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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/2025-08-12/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Morrin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250813T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250813T133000
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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-2/2025-08-13/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250814T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250814T150000
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SUMMARY:Out & About - Blueberry Picking & Brunch (NP)
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n️Out & About: Blueberry Picking at Les Bleuets du Vire-Crêpes\nJoin us for a sweet summer adventure! Spend a relaxing day in the sunshine picking fresh\, juicy blueberries straight from the field. Enjoy the fresh air\, good company\, and leave with a basket of delicious berries to take home! \n\nDateThursday\, August 14th \nLocationLes Bleuets du Vire-Crêpes (Saint-Nicolas) \nTime10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n\nWe will have lunch at their restaurant. A basket for blueberry picking is around 6\,50$ + tx. \nPlease note that this activity will involve a good amount of walking on uneven terrain. \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! \nCost: The cost per basket is around $8\, please bring extra money for brunch.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-blueberry-picking-np/
LOCATION:Les Bleuets du Vire-Crêpes\, 975 Chem. Vire-Crêpes\, Saint-Nicolas\, Quebec\, G7A 2A1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="David Zhu":MAILTO:david.zhu@veq.ca
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SUMMARY:Out & About: Blueberry Picking & Brunch
DESCRIPTION:️Out & About: Blueberry Picking at Les Bleuets du Vire-Crêpes\nJoin us for a sweet summer adventure! Spend a relaxing day in the sunshine picking fresh\, juicy blueberries straight from the field. Enjoy the fresh air\, good company\, and leave with a basket of delicious berries to take home! \n\nDateThursday\, August 14th \nLocationLes Bleuets du Vire-Crêpes (Saint-Nicolas) \nTime10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n\nWe will have lunch at their restaurant. A basket for blueberry picking is around 6\,50$ + tx. \nPlease note that this activity will involve a good amount of walking on uneven terrain. \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-blueberry-picking/
LOCATION:Les Bleuets du Vire-Crêpes\, 975 Chem. Vire-Crêpes\, Saint-Nicolas\, Quebec\, G7A 2A1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activities for Seniors
ORGANIZER;CN="L%C3%A9a Bureau":MAILTO:lea.bureau@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250814T160000
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SUMMARY:Arts & Crafts (Shannon)-Macramé ("bottle holder")
DESCRIPTION:Come join us to try your finger skills at “Macramé” and string up a bottle holder! The macramé session will be led by one of our volunteers who’ll show us the tricks of the trade! All materials are provided for; snacks and beverages are offered. For registration or questions\, please contact Dominique.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/arts-crafts-shannon-macrame-bottle-holder/
LOCATION:VEQ Community Space\, 438 Blvd Jacques-Cartier\, Suite 109\, Shannon\, Quebec\, G3S 1N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Activities for All
ORGANIZER;CN="Dominique Paddack":MAILTO:dominique.paddack@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250814T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250814T190000
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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/2025-08-14/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Morrin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250814T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250814T203000
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SUMMARY:VEQ August 2025 Game Nights
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a relaxed way to meet people and have fun? \nJoin 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! \nIt is free to attend\, but please register here so we know who to expect:\nhttps://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/veqs-august-2025-game-nights \nEmail info@veq.ca if you have any questions. \nWe can’t wait to play with you!
URL:https://veq.ca/event/veq-august-2025-game-nights/2025-08-14/
LOCATION:1270 chemin Ste-Foy\, Québec\, 1270 chemin Ste-Foy\,\, Québec\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Activities for All
ORGANIZER;CN="Voice of English-speaking Qu%C3%A9bec":MAILTO:info@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250815T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250815T144500
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SUMMARY:Out & About: Titanic Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Out & About: Titanic Exhibit at Musée de la Civilisation\nDive into history with us as we visit the Titanic: The Exhibition at the Musée de la Civilisation. Explore the stories of the passengers and crew\, walk through recreated rooms\, and discover rare artifacts from the legendary ship. \n\nDate: Friday\, August 15th \nLocation: Musée de la Civilisation \nDeparting from Jeffery Hale at 9:30 AM⏰ Returning around 2:45 PM \n\nThis immersive exhibit offers a powerful glimpse into one of the most iconic events in maritime history—don’t miss this chance to experience it with your peers! \nWe will have lunch at the museum. You can either bring your own or go to the museum restaurant. \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—space is limited!
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-titanic-exhibit/
LOCATION:Musée de la Civilization\, 85 Rue Dalhousie\, Québec\, QC\, G1K 8R2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activities for Seniors
ORGANIZER;CN="L%C3%A9a Bureau":MAILTO:lea.bureau@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250816T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250816T113000
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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/2025-08-16/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Morrin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250816T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250816T153000
DTSTAMP:20260509T201947
CREATED:20250414T123323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T142535Z
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SUMMARY:Old Québec Walking Tour\, open to ALL
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to Quebec and eager to discover this beautiful city? We’ve got you covered! Are you a seasonal resident of Québec who would like to meet newcomers? This event is also for you! \nSign up for a FREE walking tour around Old Quebec. All you need is a bottle of water\, your walking shoes\, comfortable clothes (and an umbrella or rain jacket in case it rains)\, a camera if you wish to capture the beauty of this city and sharp ears! We will walk around the centuries-old streets of Old Québec while learning about its history and cultural landmarks. \nContact Newcomers Coordinator Viktoria Poulin Gareau via phone (418) 683-2366 ext. 225 or by email at newcomers@veq.ca \nREGISTER HERE 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/old-quebec-walking-tour-open-to-all/
LOCATION:Quebec
ORGANIZER;CN="Viktoria Poulin Gareau":MAILTO:newcomers@veq.ca
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