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SUMMARY:Out & About: Beach Day at Plage Samuel de Champlain
DESCRIPTION:️Out & About: Beach Day at Plage Samuel de Champlain\nPack your hat\, sunscreen\, water bottle and a towel—we’re heading out for a relaxing beach day at Plage de Champlain! Enjoy the sunshine\, a gentle breeze off the river\, and great company in a beautiful natural setting. \n\nDatesTuesday\, July 29thTuesday\, August 5th \nLocationPlage Samuel de Champlain \nTime10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n\nBring a book\, your swimsuit\, or sit and chat by the water. It’s a perfect way to slow down and enjoy the beauty of summer in Québec. \nA canteen is available on-site\, but you are also welcome to bring your own lunch if you prefer. \n\nTo sign up or for more info:lea.bureau@veq.ca418-683-2366 ext. 221 \nLet us know if you’d like to join—spaces are limited!
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-beach-day-at-plage-samuel-de-champlain/2025-07-29/
LOCATION:Plage Samuel de Champlain\, 1375 Bd Champlain\, Québec\, QC\, G1K 4J9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activities for Seniors
ORGANIZER;CN="L%C3%A9a Bureau":MAILTO:lea.bureau@veq.ca
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250729T150000
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED Out & About:  Pinic Maizaret
DESCRIPTION:Out & About: Picnic at Domaine de Maizerets\nWrap up the month with a relaxing picnic in the park! We’re heading to Domaine de Maizerets for a peaceful outdoor lunch surrounded by greenery. Bring your lunch\, a chair or blanket\, and enjoy fresh air and good company. \n\nDatesTuesday\, July 29Thursday\, August 1 \nLocationDomaine de Maizerets \nTime10:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n\nThis low-key outing is a perfect way to connect\, chat\, and enjoy nature without going far. We’ll bring a few games and some light snacks to share! \n\nTo sign up or for more info:maria.hoyt@veq.ca418-683-2366 ext. 227 \nLet us know if you’d like to join—spaces are limited!
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-pinic-maizaret/2025-07-29/
LOCATION:Domaine de Maizerets\, 2000 Boulevard Montmorency\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1J 5E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activities for Seniors
ORGANIZER;CN="Ariel Blouin":MAILTO:maria.hoyt@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250729T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250729T190000
DTSTAMP:20260509T202118
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SUMMARY:STEAM CLUB - Heroes: A Journey Through Time
DESCRIPTION:‍Heroes: A Journey Through Time STEAM Club\nTuesdays | 6:00 – 7:00 PMFrom July 1st to August 19thFor ages 8–12 \nJoin us for an 8-week STEAM adventure where we travel through time to explore the heroes\, inventors\, and discoveries that shaped the world! Each session features a fun\, hands-on activity that blends science\, technology\, engineering\, art\, and math. \n\n️ Weekly Themes:\n\n\nJuly 1 – Terrariums: Create your self-sustaining mini-world \n\n\nJuly 8 – Archaeology: Unearth the past and dig into ancient clues \n\n\nJuly 15 – Irrigation in Ancient India: Discover water engineering from the past \n\n\nJuly 22 – Music Through the Ages: Explore rhythms\, instruments\, and sound \n\n\nJuly 29 – Indigenous Bark Canoes: Learn about traditional craftsmanship \n\n\nAugust 5 – Stargazing in Europe’s Telescopes: Travel the galaxy with your eyes \n\n\nAugust 12 – DIY Electricity: Light it up with your electric creations \n\n\nAugust 19 – Special Closing Event! \n\n\n\nRegistration is required:Email: bookquest@morrin.org \nSpots are limited—sign up soon and participate in this fantastic summer journey through time!
URL:https://veq.ca/event/steam-club-heroes-a-journey-through-time/2025-07-29/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Morrin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250730T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250730T150000
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SUMMARY:Out & About Northern Perimeter: Montmorency Falls
DESCRIPTION:Out & About: Montmorency Falls\nJoin us for a scenic stroll through the Montmorency falls! We’ll be spending the afternoon there\, so please pack a lunch! \n\nTime9:30 AM – 3:00 PM \nPickups \n10h00 at our Shannon Office Parking Lot \n10h15 at the Valcartier Community Centre Parking Lot \n\nTo sign up or for more info:david.zhu@veq.ca \n418-683-2366 ext. 228 \nLet us know if you’d like to join—spaces are limited!
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-northern-perimeter-montmorency-falls/
LOCATION:Montmorency Falls\, Quebec\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activities for Seniors
ORGANIZER;CN="David Zhu":MAILTO:david.zhu@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250730T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250730T133000
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CREATED:20250605T170503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T182717Z
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SUMMARY:Musical Wednesdays at Chalmers-Wesley United Church
DESCRIPTION:Free Summer Concerts in Old Québec – Musical Wednesdays at Chalmers-Wesley United Church\nDiscover the 43rd Season of a Beloved Music Tradition \nIf you’re searching for free summer concerts in Old Québec\, look no further than Musical Wednesdays at Chalmers-Wesley United Church. This cherished tradition returns for its 43rd consecutive season (excluding pandemic years)\, bringing live classical\, folk\, and world music to the heart of Vieux-Québec. \n️ Weekly Concert Series: June 25 to September 3\nChalmers-Wesley United Church\, 78 rue Sainte-Ursule\, Old QuébecEvery Wednesday from 12:05 p.m. to 1:05 p.m.Admission is FREE – Donations Welcome! \n2025 Concert Schedule:\n\n\nJune 25 – Sharon MacLeod (soprano) & Marie-Hélène Greffard (piano/organ) \n\n\nJuly 2 – Priscilla-Ann Tremblay (contralto) & Jean-François Mailloux (piano) \n\n\nJuly 9 – Lance Nagels (tuba) & Jean Sutherland (piano) \n\n\nJuly 16 – Élise Guay & Liette Remon (traditional Québec folk songs) \n\n\nJuly 23 – Eline Brock (viola) & Gordon Brown (organ) \n\n\nJuly 30 – Denis Poliquin & Marc Bélanger (classical guitar) \n\n\nAugust 6 – Alain Châteauvert (piano) \n\n\nAugust 13 – Le Duo Cziffra – Ludmilla Guilmault & Jean-Noël Dubois (piano four hands) \n\n\nAugust 20 – Alan Stairs & Yves Michaud (bagpipes & drums – 78th Fraser Highlanders) \n\n\nAugust 27 – Saxophone Quartet of the Royal 22e Régiment \n\n\nSeptember 3 – Jacquelin Rochette (former organist of Chalmers-Wesley\, 1980–1987) \n\n\n️ Open Doors All Summer\nIn addition to the concerts\, Chalmers-Wesley United Church welcomes visitors daily from June 18 to September 7: \n\n\nMonday to Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. \n\n\nSunday: 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. \n\n\nYou’re also invited to attend Sunday worship services: \n\n\n9h (en français) with Église Unie Saint-Pierre \n\n\n11:15 a.m. (in English) with Chalmers-Wesley \n\n\n\nContact:Shirley NadeauCoordinator – Musical Wednesdays & Open DoorsChalmers-Wesley United Church\, 78 Rue Ste-Ursule\, Québec City418-717-5394
URL:https://veq.ca/event/musical-wednesdays-2/2025-07-30/
LOCATION:Chalmers Wesley United Church\, 78 Rue Sainte-Ursule\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4E8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Activities for All
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250731T203000
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SUMMARY:VEQ July 2025 Game Nights
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a relaxed way to meet people and have fun? Join us for VEQ’s Game Night at the Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale\, on the second and last Thursdays of the month from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. \nThis event is open to all! \nWhether you’re new to the English-speaking community or a longtime local\, come connect over board games and light refreshments. Bring a game you love or try something new from our collection! \nThe event is free to attend. Please register here so we know who to expect:\nhttps://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/july-veq-game-nights \nEmail info@veq.ca for more info. \nWe can’t wait to play with you!
URL:https://veq.ca/event/veq-july-2025-game-nights/2025-07-31/
LOCATION:1270 chemin Ste-Foy\, Québec\, 1270 chemin Ste-Foy\,\, Québec\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Activities for All
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250801T040000
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SUMMARY:Tween-Tales Book Club: Young Heroes
DESCRIPTION:Tween-Tales Book Club: Young Heroes\nCalling all readers ages 8–12! Join us for Young Heroes\, a book club adventure where we dive into stories of bravery\, imagination\, and discovery. \nWe’ll meet every other Thursday evening to read\, share\, and celebrate heroic characters—both real and fictional—through discussion and fun activities! \n\n️ DatesJuly 17\, July 31\, and August 14Time: 6:00 – 7:00 PMHosted at the Morrin Centre \n\n✨ It’s a great way to meet other young readers and explore new books together in a welcoming and creative space! \nRegistration is required on Jul 1Email: bookquest@morrin.org to sign up \nSpots are limited—reserve your place today!
URL:https://veq.ca/event/tween-tales-book-club-young-heroes/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Morrin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250801T150000
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED Out & About:  Pinic Maizaret
DESCRIPTION:Out & About: Picnic at Domaine de Maizerets\nWrap up the month with a relaxing picnic in the park! We’re heading to Domaine de Maizerets for a peaceful outdoor lunch surrounded by greenery. Bring your lunch\, a chair or blanket\, and enjoy fresh air and good company. \n\nDatesTuesday\, July 29Thursday\, August 1 \nLocationDomaine de Maizerets \nTime10:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n\nThis low-key outing is a perfect way to connect\, chat\, and enjoy nature without going far. We’ll bring a few games and some light snacks to share! \n\nTo sign up or for more info:maria.hoyt@veq.ca418-683-2366 ext. 227 \nLet us know if you’d like to join—spaces are limited!
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-pinic-maizaret/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:Domaine de Maizerets\, 2000 Boulevard Montmorency\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1J 5E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activities for Seniors
ORGANIZER;CN="Ariel Blouin":MAILTO:maria.hoyt@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250802T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250802T113000
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SUMMARY:Story Time: Young Heroes
DESCRIPTION:Storytime at the Morrin Centre\nEvery Saturday | 10:30–11:30 AMFrom July 5 to August 23At the Morrin CentreFor ages 3–7 \nBring your little ones for a magical summer of stories\, imagination\, and connection! We’ll read a new picture book each week and dive into fun\, engaging themes that spark creativity and curiosity. \nWeekly Lineup:\n  \n\n\nJuly 5 – Even Superheroes Have Bad Days by Shelly Becker \n\n\nJuly 12 – There Was a Party for Langston by Jason Reynolds \n\n\nJuly 19 – Captain Monty Takes the Plunge by Jennifer Mook-Sang \n\n\nJuly 26 – Drum Dream Girl by Margarita Engle \n\n\nAugust 2 – Giraffe and Bird Together Again by Rebecca Bender \n\n\nAugust 9 – We Are Water Protectors by Carole Lindstrom \n\n\nAugust 16 – Once Upon a Dragon’s Fire by Beatrice BluePart of the Arts Alive Festival – Storytime begins at 11 AM! \n\n\nAugust 23 – Mae Among the Stars by Roda Ahmed \n\n\n\nNo registration needed – drop in!Please share a story with us this summer!
URL:https://veq.ca/event/story-time-young-heroes/2025-08-02/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Morrin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250802T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250802T153000
DTSTAMP:20260509T202118
CREATED:20250625T191427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T192613Z
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SUMMARY:Blueberry-Picking Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Blueberry-Picking Adventure! \nGet ready for a fun-filled day in one of the most beautiful blueberry fields in the Québec City area — Les Bleuets du Vire-Crêpes! \nYou’ll have the chance to pick your own fresh blueberries and enjoy delicious treats made right from the farm’s harvest — including blueberry ice cream\, pancakes\, and more! \nTransportation is FREE and will be provided by VEQ from the Jeffery Hale PavilionPlease note: The cost of any food or products at the farm is not included. A typical basket for blueberry picking costs around $6.50 + tax. \nPlease\, reserve your spot here: https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/blueberry-picking-adventure  \nOpen to all! Don’t miss this sweet summer experience — perfect for families\, friends\, and berry lovers of all ages!
URL:https://veq.ca/event/blueberry-picking-adventure/
LOCATION:Quebec
CATEGORIES:Events and Activities for All
ORGANIZER;CN="Viktoria Poulin Gareau":MAILTO:newcomers@veq.ca
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