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SUMMARY:In Stitches
DESCRIPTION:Bring your knitting or crocheting\, or come and learn how in this free get-together. Open to 16+. \nContact Catherine with any questions\, 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
URL:https://veq.ca/event/in-stitches-4/
LOCATION:VEQ Community Space (Shannon)\, 438 Blvd Jacques-Cartier\, Suite 109\, Shannon\, Quebec\, G3S 1N5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Baboudjian":MAILTO:catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
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SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning: Japanese "Kakizome" Calligraphy
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults aged 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nKakizome is often translated as the first writing of the year\, and an annual event in Japan traditionally held on the second of January. Yumi Matsuyama will show us how to write a meaningful word or sentence on beautiful paper for the New Year. Think of it as a New Year’s resolution\, in brushstroke. \nTO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org\, or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited. \nSignup for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine\, call 418.681.1258.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-japanese-kakizome-calligraphy/
LOCATION:Quebec
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SUMMARY:BFly : Northern Perimeter Out and About
DESCRIPTION:Chase away the winter blues by strolling through the BFLy exhibit! Stroll through the 4 greenhouses filled with butterflies. \nThe cost of entry is 16$ plus tax\, tickets can be purchased the day of\, on site. \nBus transportation free from \n438 Boul Jacques Cartier: 9:30 a.m. departure \n2215 boul Valcartier: 9:45 am departure. \nA minimum of 5 participants is required for the activity to occur. \nConfirm your presence by Monday\, January 23rd to Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
URL:https://veq.ca/event/bfly-northern-perimeter-out-and-about/
LOCATION:Quebec
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Baboudjian":MAILTO:catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
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SUMMARY:Newcomers Snowshoeing Excursion
DESCRIPTION:Have you noticed that locals love being outdoors even in the winter?!\n  \nYou’ve been wanting to try snowshoeing but don’t own a pair?\n  \n\nVEQ in partnership with Accès-Loisirs will take you to the Jacques-Cartier Nat’l Park to enjoy a day of winter fun!\n  \n\nWe only have 15 snowshoes for adults and a 5for children’s sizes. It is thus important that you reserve your spot!\n  \n ***This visit is not guided.***  \nParticipants are free to choose the trail of their preference. \n  \nWe are providing transportation to the Jacques-Cartier National Park\, so if you recently moved to the Greater Québec City region and would like to explore this place and try a new winter sport while making new friends\, you only need to sign up! \nWe will leave from our offices (1270 chemin Sainte-Foy) at 9:00. The bus will take us to the Discovery & Services Centre\, situated on km 10 from the park’s entrance.  Once there\, you can choose the activities you would like to do\, like exploring one of the many trails listed below. Please take into consideration the trail’s length and estimated duration. We will leave the park at 3:00 PM. Hiking sticks are optional\, and not provided by VEQ. \nEvery passenger is expected to follow Public Health’s recommendations regarding the prevention of the coronavirus situation. Please wear a mask at all times during the bus ride. \nClick here to see the list of trails open for the season\, difficulty\, length\, type of trail (roundtrip or loop)\, estimated duration (it all depends on one’s rhythm) \nPlease remember to follow safety guidelines when going for a hike\, like wearing appropriate clothing and shoes\, or notifying someone which trail you will explore. You can take a look at this suggested how-to dress checklist. It is also recommended that you download the trail map\, you can do so here or on this website. The application AVENZA Maps also allows you to download them for free. \nMore websites with advice on how to dress and what to bring: \nWhat to wear winter hiking \nSnowshoeing Checklist \nSnowshoe Gear Checklist \n  \n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/newcomers-snowshoeing-excursion/
LOCATION:Jacques-Cartier National Park\, 103 Chem. du Parc-National\, Stoneham-et-Tewkesbury\, Quebec\, G3C 2T5\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Kirkin’ o’ the Tartan
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URL:https://veq.ca/event/kirkin-o-the-tartan/
LOCATION:St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church\, 5 rue Cook\, Québec City\, Quebec\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Hockey Game!
DESCRIPTION:  \nA New(comers’) Experience—On January 29th\, VEQ is taking you to a Remparts de Québec hockey game. \nTo join in the fun: \nRegistrations are required\, and a $10 fee per person will apply. \nWe will provide: \n\nRound-trip transportation from the Jeffery Hale Pavilion parking lot to Le Centre Videotron\nA combo meal: 2 hot dogs\, fries\, and a soda\nYour ticket to the game!\n\n***LIMITED SPACE\, we have 20 tickets*** \nThe details: \n\nMeet at the Jeffery Hale Pavilion parking lot at 1:45 p.m.- The bus will leave at 2:00 p.m. sharp\n– Eat and chat \n– The game starts at 3 p.m. \n– Our bus will leave at 6:00 p.m. to bring us back to the Jeffery Hale Pavilion parking lot. You may take the bus\, or choose to opt out (for example\, if the game is not over)\, in which case your ride back will be your responsibility.\n\nFor more information and to register\, please contact Maria Castro at newcomers@veq.ca or (418) 683-2366 ext. 225 \nFor registration\, click HERE. \n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/hockey-game/
LOCATION:Jeffery Hale Pavillion\, 1270\, chemin Sainte-Foy\, Québec City\, Quebec\, Canada
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