Library Workshop Reading Poetry Reading poetry can seem like a daunting exercise, but it doesn’t have to be! Join us at the Library for the fourth instalment of our Reading Poetry workshops. The aim of this workshop is to give you the tools and vocabulary with which to discuss, think about, and above all, appreciate poetry. More […]
This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. FACILITATOR: Boni Jean Stafford What is numerology and how does it work? Specifically, the study of numbers and their energetic influence in your life. According to numerologists (people who practice numerology), numbers have a far deeper meaning than their numerical value […]
nterested in discussing literature with other book lovers? Missing connecting over books in the Library? Come join Pixels & Pages! Selection for November: Close to Hugh by Marina Endicott. Close to Hugh is available on OverDrive in an e-book format as part of the Morrin Centre’s digital collection. Please note that this event will be hybrid: the book club will […]
Do other people have a hard time understanding your three year-old talk? Is your child developing differently than their siblings? Is your child aged five or under and are you worried that something might be wrong? Does your family speak more than one language? Do you wonder if this is impacting your son or daughter’s […]
When learning a new language, it is inevitable to sometimes get lost in translation. My beginnings in French were quite hilarious and often embarrassing, but at least it made me giggle. I remember that at first, I used to think that the "hôtel de ville" was a hotel chain, like Marriott, Hilton, Barceló, etc. […]
***Please note that this event has been postponed. Stay tuned to VEQ's events calendar or Facebook page for updates! If you’re a job seeker or simply curious about your career options, you don’t want to miss the Central Quebec School Board Careers Information Session. The CQSB is one of the largest employers of English […]
This series is designed to cover everything we don’t talk about, but should. Since death is part of life, everyone is invited to learn more about this delicate but crucial subject. Don’t hesitate to bring your questions: talking about death won’t kill you! In this specific session, lawyer Richard Goldman will go over advance medical […]
Breastfeeding support edition of the Parents and Petits Get-together Breastfeeding support featured this time Join us to benefit from parent-to-parent contact, encouragement, and valuable information. This time, we will welcome Shelley Dupuis, a certified breastfeeding support volunteer with Allaitement Québec who will be present to provide breastfeeding support once a month. Connect with other English-speaking parents Support […]
Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. This week we will be heading out for some shopping at Place Laurier! Spice up your fall wardrobe and get started on holiday shopping. We can pick anyone up who lives […]
Help put up and decorate eight Christmas trees outside Saint Brigid’s Home this festive season! We’re looking for 4 to 5 guys to help us spread some festive cheer at Saint Brigid’s Home, a long-term care facility for seniors. This gesture will go a long way to making Christmas special to all who live there! […]
Due to the teachers’ strike forcing the closure of Holland School, there will be three shows only for Wait Until Dark, Quebec Art Company’s thrilling fall dramatic production. Opening night will now be Friday, Nov. 24, at 7:30, with shows on Saturday evening and a matinee Sunday at 2 p.m.. We will reach out to those […]