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Come join us for a cozy afternoon chat about books at 1:30 p.m. every last Monday of the month. We have a new daytime book club at the Morrin Centre: Morrin Mystery Mondays! We’ll be reading mysteries and other cozies. Come ready to discuss a book of your choice! This event will be held in person. […] |
1 event,S.T.E.A.M: IoT (Coding and Circuit Board) Session 2 This week, we will continue learning how to code while creating a circuit board. This will be the second and final lesson with a special guest. The S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) Club welcomes children ages 7 to 12 who love to experiment, create, and learn more […] |
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This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. FACILITATOR: Shirley and Charles-André Nadeau ***More details to come*** TO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org, or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited. Sign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258. |
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Culinary Mosaic – Chop Suey Through the Ages This cooking workshop will be given in French and will teach how to make chop suey. From scones to chicken fricassee, the Culinary Mosaic series of workshops at the Morrin Centre offer a wonderful opportunity to prepare dishes and learn about the history of the English and French Canadian […]
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Guest speaker edition of the Parents and Petits Get-together Join us at this get-together featuring a guest speaker from the Jeffery Hale Community Services team. Learn about many of the CLSC-type health and social services offered in English through Jeffery Hale Community Services and how they can support you and your family. Some of the services they can offer: […]
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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! Restock in the New Year and get some post-holiday deals. We can pick anyone up who lives in […]
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Friday, February 2nd 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Post-Retirement Financial Planning. A certified financial planner will discuss financial issues that people face as they age. This specific workshop will highlight financial considerations in post-retirement and the financial challenges one may face in this stage. This workshop will also cover financial estate planning. A light lunch will be […]
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Meeting people in a new city where the official language is probably not one you are fluent in can be challenging. VEQ has organised a FREE self-guided visit to the Civilisation Museum, where you will surely not lack conversation topics! Since it is required by the museum, we have access to a specific number of […]
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Storytime: Nine Color Deer This Saturday, we will be reading Nine Color Dear – story originated more than a thousand years ago, found in the famous Magao Caves, in China. This is a gorgeous story about generosity and gratitude, adapted from a traditional Buddhist tale by Kailin Duan. Storytime is a literacy program for children ages 3 […] |
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3 events,S.T.E.A.M: Paper Torches This week, we will be making paper torches that light up when we apply an electric circuit created the week before. The S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) Club welcomes children ages 7 to 12 who love to experiment, create, and learn more about the world around them. Each week, we will explore […] S.T.E.A.M: Flying Butterflies This week, we will be making paper butterflies that can actually fly! The S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) Club welcomes children ages 7 to 12 who love to experiment, create, and learn more about the world around them. Each week, we will explore different science or artistic themes. This program aims to […]
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Are you an English-speaking adult 50 years of age or older and want to keep your mind strong and healthy? Join us to play fun and challenging games to strengthen your mind and connect with others. Train your brain; Connect with others; Enjoy a healthy snack. To participate: Please contact Anaïs: afortinmaltais@jhpartners.net 581-446-7476 To volunteer: Give your brain some power […]
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4 events,// Webinar Did you miss our last Info Session about Applying for Jobs with the Government of Canada back in October? Here's another chance with Y4Y Quebec & HR reps from the Public Service Commission of Canada. Learn more about GC jobs, how to apply to job postings and get tips and advice on how […]
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OverDrive Workshop: Getting Started with Libby Do you have questions about accessing and using the Morrin Centre’s e-books and audiobooks on OverDrive? If so, here is the perfect activity for you! Join the OverDrive team for a one-hour “Getting Started with Libby” webinar, and learn Libby with the Experts! This webinar will show you everything […] |
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This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. In partnership with ABC Life Literacy Canada FACILITATOR: Catherine Hawker and Lucie LeBlanc ***More details to come*** TO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org, or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited. Sign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine […]
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Arts & Crafts in Shannon - “Yarn Embroidery” Come create, discover, and have fun using “Yarn Embroidery”! Make your own Valentine’s Day card! Open to youth (elementary and up), families and adults. All materials are provided for – Free workshop - Register with Dominique Paddack Thursday February 8th from 4:15 pm to 5:30 pm At […]
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Who We Are Travellin’ Toddler Time (TTT) is free activity in English for children 3 and 4 years old and their parents/caregivers or grandparents. Participants sing songs, hear stories, make crafts and enjoy a snack. This activity is run by the Quebec City Reading Council ( QCRC) and the location rotates every month. Be sure to […]
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Join us in learning some cake and cookie decorating techniques with this fun workshop! Bring a cake or cookies you wish to decorate or use the ones we will provide. Registration is required with Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
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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 see the beautiful wood sculptures at Atelier Paré and enjoy lunch at Le Marie Beaupré. The cost to visit the atelier is $5 in addition to the […]
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Storytime: Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh This Saturday, we will be reading Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh – a funny story that will make you laugh, about whether the Pigeon will be able to drive a sleigh or be left out in the cold. Storytime is a literacy program for children ages 3 […]
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Don't know what to do for St Valentine's day? Tired of going to the movies or to crowded restaurants? If so, the Morrin Centre has something for you! In celebration of the 200th anniversary of the LHSQ, we will be hosting a St Valentine`s teatime at 4:30 p.m. on February 10. Book now before it's […] |
1 event,Library Workshop: Reading Poetry Reading poetry can seem like a daunting exercise, but it doesn’t have to be! Join us for the fifth instalment of our Reading Poetry workshops. We’ll be answering two simples questions: What are poems made of and what can they do? The list of poems will be available shortly. The aim of […] |
2 events,Please note: The COURSE is FULL. We've had an extraordinary response to the Podcast Course and we cannot accept any more participants at this time. We've created a waiting list in case of last minute-cancellations. If you'd like to be added to the waiting list, please e-mail susanna.tang@veq.ca with your name and phone number. Thank […]
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Your heart matters, and so does your understanding of how to keep it healthy. With that in mind, join nurse Louise Fortin this Valentine’s day to explore the basics of cardiovascular health, learning about key conditions, preventive measures, and crucial signs to watch for. This session will be interactive: bring your questions! In-person participants will […]
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This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. In partnership with ABC Life Literacy Canada FACILITATOR: Catherine Hawker and Lucie LeBlanc ***More details to come*** TO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org, or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited. Sign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine […] |
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Culinary Mosaic – Salmon pie & egg sauce This cooking workshop will be given in English and will teach how to make Salmon pie & egg sauce. From scones to chicken fricassee, the Culinary Mosaic series of workshops at the Morrin Centre offer a wonderful opportunity to prepare dishes and learn about the history of the […]
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Parents and Petits is an activity for English-speaking families with babies and pre-school aged children that combines our former Take-a-Break, Baby Chat and Café au lait. The space is set up to give English-speaking pre-school aged children a chance to play and interact. Parents must stay on-site. Vouchers provided to cover the cost of parking Drop-in, […] |
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Storytime: Where Are You Blue Kangoroo? This Saturday, we will be reading Where Are You Blue Kangoroo? – A heartwarming story featuring Lily and her much-loved toy, Blue Kangaroo, from award-winning, renowned illustrator, Emma Chichester Clark. Storytime is a literacy program for children ages 3 to 7. Each activity begins with the reading of a story followed […] |
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3 events,New to the province and never had to file provincial taxes? New to Québec City and still struggling with your tax declarations? VEQ’s Newcomers Program has the honour of inviting you to this important information session with a representative from Revenu Québec. Make the most of the opportunity of having all your tax-related questions answered by […]
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Pixels & Pages: Book Club Interested in discussing literature with other book lovers? Missing connecting over books in the Library? Come join Pixels & Pages! Selection for February: The Luminaries by Eleanor Catton The Luminaries is available on OverDrive in e-book formats as part of the Morrin Centre’s digital collection. Please note that this event will be hybrid: the book club will […]
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SERVICES FOR HEALTHY AGING IN THE RIGHT PLACE (SHARP) Providing tools and resources to support English-speaking older adults to age and live where they choose TOPIC: Thinking about supports and services…What can the CLSC offer to help me maintain my independence as I age? Presenter: Magdalena Blaise, Gestionnaire, CIUSSS ODIM |
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This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. FACILITATOR: Barry Lane The North American fur trade is one of the world’s great stories. For Canada it was crucial, forming for a long time the basis of our economy and ultimately creating the very borders of our country. And for our native peoples it was even more so. It […] |
4 events,Don't miss the return of VEQ Game Nights on February 22nd, March 1st, 6th and 22nd. Hosted at the Jeffery Hale Pavilion from 6 to 8pm, you can join other members of the English-speaking community for a fun, social evening with light refreshments provided. Explore new board games or bring your own that you would […]
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Come enjoy our historical talk series Building our Community, where we will take a look at the past, present and, in some cases, future of the English-language community institutions that have contributed to the development of Quebec city. From our past educational institutions to our modern medical institutions and so much more, our community has a […]
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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 […]
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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 trying our luck at Bingo! We can pick anyone up who lives in the Ste-Foy area if you would like to get a ride on the […] |
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***Given that this event will be subsidized, only participants who moved to the Greater Québec city region in the past 5 years are eligible for this activity. *** Participants must register using the designated method (Eventbrite). Saturday, February 24th, 2024 9:15 AM-5:00 PM COST: $0 for children under 1 meter of […]
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Storytime: Tokyo Digs a Garden This Saturday, we will be reading Tokyo Digs a Garden – with Tokyo Digs a Garden, Jon-Erik Lappano and Kellen Hatanaka have created a thoughtful and inspiring fable of environmentalism and imagination. Storytime is a literacy program for children ages 3 to 7. Each activity begins with the reading of a story followed by […] |
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Come join us for a cozy afternoon chat about books at 1:30 p.m. every last Monday of the month. We have a new daytime book club at the Morrin Centre: Morrin Mystery Mondays! We’ll be reading mysteries and other cozies. The selection for February is The Stranger Diaries by Elly Griffiths. The book is available on OverDrive in e-book and audiobook formats. […] |
1 event,S.T.E.A.M: Ferris Wheel This week, we will be building a ferris wheel out of bottle taps. The S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) Club welcomes children ages 7 to 12 who love to experiment, create, and learn more about the world around them. Each week, we will explore different science or artistic themes. This program aims […] |
3 events,Moving to another city, country, or even culture can be exciting and challenging both at the same time! Two social workers from the Jeffery Hale Community Services will walk us through the stages of change as well as advise us what the different coping mechanisms are. Participants will also have the chance to connect with […]
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This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. FACILITATOR: Alexandra Henriques A dynamic interactive multimedia presentation for 55+ and their families, inclusive of early stage Alzheimer’s. The basics and more to consider and plan ahead for healthy and safe living. Relevant for both owners and renters. Includes: • from simple adaptations […] |
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Why does my child misbehave? Come and join this online, interactive workshop for parents who want to better understand their children’s challenging behaviours. We will look at what is behind oppositional behaviour, violence, lack of attention and self-control. We’ll also give you tools and strategies to help you deal with these frustrating times. […] |
3 events,Don't miss the return of VEQ Game Nights on February 22nd, March 1st, 6th and 22nd. Hosted at the Jeffery Hale Pavilion from 6 to 8pm, you can join other members of the English-speaking community for a fun, social evening with light refreshments provided. Explore new board games or bring your own that you would […]
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Culinary Mosaic – Cabbage cigar rolls with corned beef and apples This cooking workshop will be given in French and will teach how to make Cabbage cigar rolls with corned beef and apples. From scones to chicken fricassee, the Culinary Mosaic series of workshops at the Morrin Centre offer a wonderful opportunity to prepare dishes and […]
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Join us as we learn to cook some traditional Irish recipies, just in time for Saint-Patrick`s Day! Taste what you cooked and bring home a portion. Register with Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
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Storytime: Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos This Saturday, we will be reading Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos – a celebration of one of the world’s most influential painters, Frida Kahlo, and the animals that inspired her art and life. Storytime is a literacy program for children ages 3 to 7. Each activity begins with the reading of […]
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Come discover the “first Canadian novel”! Frances Brooke’s The History of Emily Montague (1769) has been described as “the first Canadian novel.” Written in epistolary form, the fascinating story depicts life in eighteenth-century Quebec City from the perspectives of British heroine Emily Montague and her friends. The novel sheds […] |
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