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SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning - Thespian for a Day
DESCRIPTION:FACILITATOR: Meb Reisner \nSession 2 of 4:\nBecome a thespian for a day as the Lifelong Learning room transforms into the Globe Theatre with a reading of William Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Each week\, participants will choose a character at random to read aloud while our facilitator\, Meb Reisner\, discusses the play. Join us for all four sessions and receive a door prize at the end! \nMacbeth is one of Shakespeare’s finest plays. We will be exploring the conscience and the effect of guilt on the human mind. Macbeth explores reality and illusion; witchcraft and kingship; the natural order; light and life; darkness and death. A perfect play to discover in October! \nTo register: Email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org or call 418.681.1258\nSpace is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-thespian-for-a-day-2/
LOCATION:Lifelong Learning Quebec\, 3005\, rue William Stuart\, #202\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1W 1V4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231004T193000
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SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning - Thespian for a Day
DESCRIPTION:FACILITATOR: Meb Reisner \nSession 1 of 4:\nBecome a thespian for a day as the Lifelong Learning room transforms into the Globe Theatre with a reading of William Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Each week\, participants will choose a character at random to read aloud while our facilitator\, Meb Reisner\, discusses the play. Join us for all four sessions and receive a door prize at the end! \nMacbeth is one of Shakespeare’s finest plays. We will be exploring the conscience and the effect of guilt on the human mind. Macbeth explores reality and illusion; witchcraft and kingship; the natural order; light and life; darkness and death. A perfect play to discover in October! \nTo register: Email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org or call 418.681.1258\nSpace is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-thespian-for-a-day-3/
LOCATION:Lifelong Learning Quebec\, 3005\, rue William Stuart\, #202\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1W 1V4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231002T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231002T223000
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SUMMARY:QCRC- Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Quebec City Reading Council is pleased to host their Annual General Meeting. Please come and help us celebrate the last year thanks to your continued support. The AGM will be catered\, so please let us know if you are able to attend so that we can be properly prepared for you. \nTO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org\, or call 418.681.1258.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/qcrc-annual-general-meeting-2/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230607T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230607T230000
DTSTAMP:20250414T171405Z
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SUMMARY:LLL - Happy Hour
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URL:https://veq.ca/event/lll-happy-hour/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230531T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230531T190000
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SUMMARY:Out & About - Day Trip to Lévis
DESCRIPTION:VEQ is partnering with South Shore English Network (SSEN) and Lifelong Learning (LLL) for a day trip to the South Shore for the 50+ community! \nJoin Maria (VEQ)\, Catherine (LLL)\, and Moumy (SSEN)  for lunch at Le Corsaire Microbrasserie followed by a free tour of the Musée de la Alphonse-Desjardins. \nAbout the Musée: Let a guide take you back to 1906\, through this Victorian house\, the birthplace of the first financial services cooperative known as a “caisse.” Dive into the world of Alphonse and Dorimène Desjardins and get a first-hand look at some of their belongings. In addition to the historic home\, visit the house next door for an exhibit dedicated to the story of the Desjardins couple and the founding of the caisses. Learn more about the founders\, whose commitment earned them the honour of being named National Historic Persons. \nTransport will be provided by VEQ. There will be two pick-up locations. One at Jeffery Hale departing at 10:00am\, and the second at Eastern Quebec Learning Centre\, departing at 10:30am. Our day will start with lunch at 11am followed by the tour at 1pm. We will be making our way back to the North Shore shortly after 2:00pm. \nPlease register for the day trip here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe1KNiFNnsyfsa2HDUPGLQmJK4KppeqlAWduK7PWu9UIQXO2w/viewform \nOr contact Catherine Hawker at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org or 418-681-1258\n\n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-day-trip-to-levis/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230523T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230523T160000
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SUMMARY:LLL- Maguire Walk
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults aged 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nFACILITATOR: Frances Farquhar and Mamie Stewart \nJoin Lifelong Learning members Mamie and Frances for a stroll down Maguire. We will be meeting on the corner of St. Louis and Maguire making our way up one side of the street and down the other. Maguire is Sillery’s major shopping street\, with its fashionable boutiques and excellent restaurants and cafes\, it spans over a few hundred meters. You can sit on one of its terraces while sipping a glass of wine or a latte. Come and enjoy at your leisure\, the 12 boutiques and 16 restaurants that fill the street with their sounds and aromas while discussing the history of the street with fellow Lifelong Learners. Members are welcome to extend their time on Maguire with lunch after our stroll. Paid parking is available on Maguire or you can find free parking on one of the side streets. \nThis activity will be weather-dependent\, those who register will be kept updated. \nTO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org\, or call 418.681.1258. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lll-maguire-walk/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230518T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230518T160000
DTSTAMP:20250414T172008Z
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SUMMARY:LLL - Life "Downunder"
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults aged 50+ in the Quebec City area. Space is limited\, Registration is required.  \nFACILITATOR: Chris Hawker\nChris is an inveterate traveler and seeker of new challenges. From school to the New Zealand Navy\, through 20+ years in the Tourist Hotel Industry\, 10 years in the Tertiary Education Sector and 8 years in Local Government\, Chris has amassed a wide range of experiences and skills. Chris’s last professional role before semi-retiring was Director of Emergency Management for the Province of Otago following which he began a combination of consulting engagements\, interspersed with a passion for sharing the beauty of the South Island as a Tour Guide/Driver for small international nature tours. Chris will share with us a view of what life is like being a “Kiwi” (New Zealander)\, and why a visit to New Zealand should be on your bucket list! \nTO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org\, or call 418.681.1258. \n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lll-life-downunder/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230517T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230517T160000
DTSTAMP:20250414T172008Z
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SUMMARY:LLL - The Joy of Creating - Needle\, thread\, and fabric with Kay Hawker
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults aged 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nFACILITATOR: Kay Hawker \nKay grew up in rural New Zealand and has worked in the farming\, nursing\, hospitality\, and higher education sectors. Throughout her life Kay has been a very active craft creator across many mediums including knitting\, embroidery\, lacemaking\, and paper making. Kay’s first love and one she has tutored in is embroidery and with its history and different techniques from many different parts of the world it has endless possibilities\, only governed by the creative mind behind the needle. \nKay is happiest when she has a needle and fabric in hand and by the time she arrives in Canada\, Kay will be well into her latest project. Passing this love of creating on to others is a privilege and pleasure for Kay and we hope you will come and be stimulated to stretch your own creative talents. Registration is required. \nTO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org\, or call 418.681.1258. \nSpace is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lll-the-joy-of-creating-needle-thread-and-fabric-with-kay-hawker/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230323T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230323T193000
DTSTAMP:20250414T173323Z
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SUMMARY:Women of Impressionism: Lifelong Learning
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults aged 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nFACILITATOR: Kay Palkhivala \nThis lecture discusses the art of five 19th Century female painters who worked during the Impressionist period\, mainly in France. This artistic style focused on capturing an informal effect or “impression” of a subject\, rather than a studied and formal representation. At the time\, it was heavily criticized by the artistic establishment\, who felt it was a rejection of true art. Today\, Impressionist painting is hugely popular and the works of Monet\, Sisley\, Renoir and Manet\, among others\, command high prices. As is often the case\, the women artists who worked at that time are much less known and valued. This lecture describes their struggle for recognition and demonstrates why they should not be forgotten. \nThis is a hybrid event\, our presenter will be joining us via Zoom\, however members are welcome to attend in person in the Lifelong Learning room at EQLC. \nRegistration is required.\nTO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org\, or call 418.681.1258. \nSpace is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/women-of-impressionism-lifelong-learning/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230321T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230321T183000
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SUMMARY:Lady Franklin's Revenge: Lifelong Learning
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults aged 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nPresented by John Felvinci\nWhen Sir John Franklin disappeared into the Arctic in 1845\, it was his adventurous wife\, Jane Franklin\, who kept the search for him alive and\, as a result\, contributed more to the discovery and mapping of the North than any explorer. This lecture is based on a biography from historian Ken McGoogan. Lady Franklin’s Revenge is the richly documented story of a complex\, ambitious Victorian―arguably the greatest woman traveller of the 19th century― and the transformation of a failed expedition into a triumphant legend. Added are the latest discoveries about the expedition in the Canadian Arctic. \n\nThis is a hybrid event\, our presenter will be joining us via Zoom\, members are welcome to attend in person in the Lifelong Learning room at EQLC. \nRegistration is required.\nTO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org\, or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lady-franklins-revenge-lifelong-learning/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230315T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230315T153000
DTSTAMP:20250414T173343Z
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SUMMARY:"Being a Cultural Translator" with Marie-Hélène: Lifelong Learning
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults aged 50+ in the Quebec City area. \n***More details to come***\n\n\n \nTO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org\, orcall 418.681.1258. \nSpace is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/being-a-cultural-translator-with-marie-helene-lifelong-learning/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230302T144500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230302T173000
DTSTAMP:20250414T173623Z
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SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning: Guided Tour - Musée de la Civilisation
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, March 2: Guided Tour at Musee de la Civilisation\n9:45am – 12:30pmLOCATION: Quebec City Reading Council ->Musee ->QCRC3005 William Stuart\, room 201\, Quebec (QC) G1W 1V4 \n\nThis event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area.FACILITATOR: Musée de la Civilisation \nLifelong Learning members will be given a guided tour of the Musée de la Civilisation and visit the “Time of the Pharaohs” exhibit. Transportation for this event is provided. Please arrive at the Eastern Quebec Learning Centre by 9:45am\, the bus will leave at 10am sharp.  We will arrive at the museum at 10:30am\, check our coats and enjoy a 45-minute tour\, until 11:30am. We will be meeting at the entrance to head back to the bus at 11:45am. The bus will leave to return to EQLC at 12pm. \nFree parking is available at the Eastern Quebec Learning Centre. \nRegistration is required. TO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org\, or call 418.681.1258.Space is limited.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-guided-tour-musee-de-la-civilisation/
LOCATION:Québec City Reading Council\, 3005 Rue William-Stuart\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1W 1V4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230222T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230222T193000
DTSTAMP:20250414T174456Z
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SUMMARY:The Great Black History Trivia Challenge: Lifelong Learning
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults aged 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nSo\, you think you’re a history expert\, but how about Black history? If you didn’t already know\, February is Black History Month (BHM) and LLL will be celebrating trivia style! Put on your competitive hat and come have some fun in this educational Jeopardy-style game that will be sure to test your knowledge of Black History. Hosted by QCRC’s Special Project Coordinator Michelle Osbourne\, participants will be set up in groups\, asked a series of questions\, and the team with the most points wins! Join us for laughs\, fun and learning for BHM 2023! \nTO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org\, orcall 418.681.1258. \nSpace is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/the-great-black-history-trivia-challenge-lifelong-learning/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230220T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230220T163000
DTSTAMP:20250414T174513Z
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SUMMARY:Craft Café #1
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults aged 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nI’m happy to announce that in May\, my parents\, Chris and Kay Hawker will be visiting Canada. Both will be presenting for LLL that month. In preparation for this\, and my mother’s presentation on embroidery\, I invite you to join me for the first Craft Café activity. Bring any projects you may have and enjoy a cup of tea while chatting and crafting with other LLL members. This will be a limited series\, once a month\, until May. \nTO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org\, or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/craft-cafe-1/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230216T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230216T203000
DTSTAMP:20250414T174514Z
CREATED:20250414T174514Z
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SUMMARY:Travel Log: Lifelong Learning
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults aged 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nPresented by Barry Lane \nCANADIAN PACIFIC AND THE GOLDEN AGE OF TRAVEL \nThe story of Canadian Pacific is one of the greatest stories in the world. Straddling the continent for more than a century and globe for more than fifty years\, Canadian Pacific is inextricably linked with the history of Canada itself. \nIn 1885\, the company completed the construction of two thousand miles of railway system and linking the Atlantic to the Pacific. It then established fleets of vessels on both the Pacific and Atlantic oceans\, laying the foundation for a transportation route that allowed members of the British Empire to travel around the world. To enhance the travel experience\, the company also constructed great castle-like hotels\, including the Algonquin in St. Andrews\, the Chateau Frontenac in Quebec City\, and the Banff Springs Hotel in the Rockies\, which themselves became landmarks. \nWith a 40 minute illustrated presentation\, author and lecturer\, Barry Lane will relate this special history\, and then go on to talk about his experiences as a cruise ship lecturer and leader of Trans-Canada rail trip journeys. (He has lectured on at least 200 different cruises in Canada\, the US\, and the Caribbean\, and been leader/lecturer of 15 rail trips across Canada\, all of which stayed in CP’s great railway hotels. He will give you some travel trips for your future travels. \nAs a door prize to the talk\, Barry will also offer a copy of his “sumptuously illustrated\,” 2015 book\, “Canadian Pacific and the Golden Age of Travel \nTO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org\, orcall 418.681.1258. \nSpace is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/travel-log-lifelong-learning/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230216T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230216T203000
DTSTAMP:20250414T174514Z
CREATED:20250414T174514Z
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SUMMARY:Russia\, Ukraine and Vladimir Putin\, Lifelong Learning
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults aged 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nThe Russian attack on Ukraine and the Ukrainians’ amazing resistance is one of the most extraordinary and important events of our lifetime. Its impact will resonate on the world for decades to come. For over a decade Barry has been studying Russian and Ukrainian history\, and has travelled extensively in both countries. He is in daily contact with Ukrainian friends and follows the war closely\, both on a political and military level. \nThis illustrated presentation\, of forty minutes duration\, shows wartime life in the famous Ukrainian city of Odesa and then moves on to a 2015 trip to Moscow to view the 70th anniversary parade of Russia’s winning of the Great Patriotic War. (WWII) Some of the photos are astonishing. \nAfter showing these images\, Barry will move on to try and explain the character and history of the Russian people which has led to this criminal war\, and discuss the personality of Vladimir Putin\, a leader who is the ultimate symbol of Russia’s inability to deal with its turbulent past. \nTO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org\, orcall 418.681.1258. \nSpace is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/russia-ukraine-and-vladimir-putin-lifelong-learning/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221130T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221130T173000
DTSTAMP:20250414T174702Z
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SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning: Holiday Kickoff Finger Food Brunch
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nLifelong Learning’s annual holiday recipe swap is back! Get together with your fellow Lifelong Learners and get your holiday celebrations started. Lifelong Learners\, Frances and Mamie\, will be your hosts. Bring a favourite finger food and/or recipe to share with the group.Recipes can be sent to info@lifelonglearningquebec.org in advance\, we will combine them into one holiday favourite recipe book for all to enjoy. \nBringing a food item and/or recipe is not a requirement to attend. If you do wish to bring an item to share\, we ask that you bring in something that may be eaten without utensils. You are not required to bake or cook\, if your favourite is something from the Provigo/Metro/IGA etc. go ahead and share it! \nTO REGISTER: email info@lifelonglearningquebec.org\, Programme Coordinator or call418.681.1258. Space is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list to notification of upcoming activities.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-holiday-kickoff-finger-food-brunch/
LOCATION:Québec City Reading Council\, 3005 Rue William-Stuart\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1W 1V4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221128T203000
DTSTAMP:20250414T174712Z
CREATED:20250414T174712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T174712Z
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SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning: A Moment of Peace\, Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nSometimes we need just a little moment of serenity during the holiday season. Join Lifelong Learning member\, Katherine Burgess\, as she guides us through a session of meditation exercises to help us take a moment for ourselves and relax during this hectic time of giving. \nTO REGISTER: email  info@lifelonglearningquebec.org Programme Coordinator or call418.681.1258. Space is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list to notification of upcoming activities.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-a-moment-of-peace-meditation/
LOCATION:Québec City Reading Council\, 3005 Rue William-Stuart\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1W 1V4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221124T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221124T170000
DTSTAMP:20250414T174720Z
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SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning: Quebec Conferences of 1943 and 1944
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nThe Quebec Conferences were two in a series of high-level strategic meetings held by Allied leaders during World War II\, the first from 10-24 August 1943 and the second from 11 to 16 September 1944. The future course of the war was planned at these meetings where Prime Minister Winston Churchill and President Franklin D. Roosevelt came to Quebec City to discuss war strategies. Charles André Nadeau\, a former QCT writer and historian\,has written a book about the Quebec Conferences of 1943 and 1944. The book is currently being edited and it is hoped it will be ready for publication by 2023to coincide with the 80th anniversary of the first of the two conferences. Join Charles-André as he walks us through these historical meetings that took placehere in Quebec City. \nTO REGISTER: email info@lifelonglearningquebec.org Programme Coordinator or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list to notification of upcoming activities.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-quebec-conferences-of-1943-and-1944/
LOCATION:Québec City Reading Council\, 3005 Rue William-Stuart\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1W 1V4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221123T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221123T193000
DTSTAMP:20250414T174720Z
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SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning: Let's Talk About the English Language
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Talk about the English Language!\nHave you ever wondered why Queen Elizabeth spoke fluent French? What is the story behind the English language? What language features characterize modern English today?  Otherwise said\, what makes English\, English (and not French\, Italian\, etc.) ? What might  the future of the language be? There is so much to enjoy and explore. Come join this interactive discussion where we explore some of the many delights of the English language! \nMarie White is a newly retired English cegep teacher\, journalist and writer. With her background in Linguistics\, her lifelong passion has been language\, especially English and juxtaposing the English and French languages.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-lets-talk-about-the-english-language/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221109T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221109T183000
DTSTAMP:20250414T174748Z
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SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning: Express Lunch with Ateliers and Saveurs
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area.FACILITATOR: Ateliers & SaveursJoin us for an exciting cooking class with the lovely people at Ateliers & Saveurs\, we will be taking the themed Express Lunch class. We will make a delicious vegetarian burger with avocado\, dried tomatoes\, mayonnaise mustard\, green salad and balsamic vinaigrette. When registering please let me know if you have any allergies or specific dietary requirements. *PLEASE NOTE: The cost of this event only includes the price of the food. Any extras\, such as drinks will be invoiced to each person individually.TO REGISTER: email Catherine at  info@lifelonglearningquebec.org  or call 418.681.1258.Space is limited to 12 people.If you’re interested in this event\, please register no later than the 26th of October.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-express-lunch-with-ateliers-and-saveurs/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221107T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221107T163000
DTSTAMP:20250414T174748Z
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SUMMARY:U.S States and National Parks: Lifelong Learning
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nFACILITATOR: Mamie Stewart\, Lifelong Learning Member \nTake a trip with fellow Lifelong Learning member\, Mamie\,  to hear about her visits to 10 western states and their national parks in 2021. Our facilitator\, Mamie\, will show us photos and inform us about these incredible places of North America. \nTO REGISTER: email info@lifelonglearningquebec.org  or call418.681.1258. Space is limited. \nFREE onsite parking at Eastern Quebec Learning Centre.  Please note\, there is one flight of stairs leading up to the Lifelong Learning Room \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list to notification of upcoming activities
URL:https://veq.ca/event/u-s-states-and-national-parks-lifelong-learning/
LOCATION:Québec City Reading Council\, 3005 Rue William-Stuart\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1W 1V4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221027T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221027T160000
DTSTAMP:20250414T174805Z
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SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning: Genealogy Session
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nFacilitator: University Laval\, hosted by Louise Lizotte\, Marc Moreau and Nathalie Vaillancourt \nThis workshop presents genealogy\, its origins in Quebec and the valuable contribution of its precursors. Participants also receive information about the Quebec Genealogy Society\, how to join and the benefits of being part of it. After the two hour workshop you are welcome to stay and begin your own research for your ancestral lineage if you wish. \nParking at University Laval is chargeable on weekdays. \nThose who register will receive further information about the location for the workshop closer to the date. \nTO REGISTER: email Catherine at  info@lifelonglearningquebec.org   or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited. \n\n\n\nplus d’infos»  copier dans mon agenda»
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-genealogy-session/
LOCATION:Laval University\, Pavillon Charles-Dekoninck\, local 1270\, Québec City\, Quebec\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221012T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221012T193000
DTSTAMP:20250414T174831Z
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SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning: Thespian for a Day
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nFacilitator:Meb Reisner\, Lifelong Learning Member \nSession 3 of 4: Become a thespian for a day as the Lifelong Learning room transforms into the Globe Theatre with a reading of William Shakespeare’s“The Tempest”! Each week\, participants will choose a character at random to read aloud while our facilitator discusses the play. \nThe Tempest is a “bewitching play” and Shakespeare’s final piece of work. The story concerns Miranda\, a lovely young maiden\, and Prospero\, her philosophical old magician father\, who dwell on an enchanted island\, alone except for their servants: Ariel (an invisible spirit) and Caliban (a monstrous witch’s son). The Tempest contains some of Shakespeare’s most familiar and oft-quoted lines and is a story of comedy\, romance\, and reconciliation. \nTO REGISTER: email info@lifelonglearningquebec.org Programme Coordinator or call418.681.1258. Space is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list to notification of upcoming activities.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-thespian-for-a-day-4/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220928T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220928T190000
DTSTAMP:20250414T174840Z
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SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning: Thespian for a Day
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nFacilitator:Meb Reisner\, Lifelong Learning Member \nSession 1 of 4: Become a thespian for a day as the Lifelong Learning room transforms into the Globe Theatre with a reading of William Shakespeare’s“The Tempest”. Each week\, participants will choose a character at random to read aloud while our facilitator discusses the play. \nThe Tempest is a “bewitching play” and Shakespeare’s final piece of work. The story concerns Miranda\, a lovely young maiden\, and Prospero\, her philosophical old magician father\, who dwell on an enchanted island\, alone except for their servants: Ariel (an invisible spirit) and Caliban (a monstrous witch’s son). The Tempest contains some of Shakespeare’s most familiar and oft-quoted lines and is a story of comedy\, romance\, and reconciliation. \nTO REGISTER: email info@lifelonglearningquebec.org Programme Coordinator or call418.681.1258. Space is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list to notification of upcoming activities.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-thespian-for-a-day-5/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220914T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220914T193000
DTSTAMP:20250414T174858Z
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SUMMARY:Welcome Back Tea: Lifelong Learning
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nThis year\, Valcartier Military Centre in Ste. Foy is making their space available to LLL.   Please take note that for security reasons\, you MUST register in advance\, names of attendees will be forwarded to the Military Centre in advance. Those not registered will not be able to gain access to the event. \nEnjoy a lovely cup of tea and light snacks with fellow Lifelong Learning members\, QCRC staff and community partners. Whether you are renewing your membership or joining Lifelong Learning for the first time\, this is a great opportunity to hear about upcoming activities and reconnect with friends.Tea and light snacks will be served. \nRegistration is required. RSVP by September 8th. \nANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEES:Membership is $15 per year and payable on the day of the tea\, guests are welcome at $5 per person. The $5 entrance fee will go towards the membership fee if a guest joins the prgramme before June 2023. If paying in cash\, please try to bring the exact amount of $15. \nCash \, exact amount if possible\,  cheques should be made payable to Quebec City Reading Council. \nPARKING: Free onsite parking and free parking on surrounding streets and in the shopping mall opposite the centre.  The centre is accessible and has dedicated parking space for cars with a blue accessibility sticker. \nTO REGISTER: email info@lifelonglearningquebec.org (Programme Coordinator) or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list to notification of upcoming activities.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/welcome-back-tea-lifelong-learning/
LOCATION:Valcartier Military Centre\, 2630 Bd Hochelaga\, Québec\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1V 2J6\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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