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April 3-8 ImagiNation Writers Festival at the Morrin Centre Two dozen Canadian authors will take part in our ninth annual writers’ festival. A variety of literary events such as readings, discussions and book signings will allow you to meet your favourite writers and discover emerging artists. For more details, visit morrin.org/en/events/imagination-2018/ Festival Passes: General Public: $34, Morrin Centre Member: $25.50, Student: $20. Festival pass holders receive: Entry to all author readings and discussions, 25% discount on tickets for: Books & Wine: a book and wine pairing event, Thursday, April 5, 5:30 p.m. and Books & Brunch: Sunday, April 8, 11:00 a.m, with Lee Maracle |
Tuesday, April 3 at 7 p.m.
Highbridge Voices Youth Chorale the “premier youth choir of the Bronx,” (New York City), will sing a variety of traditional songs and also some classical repertoire, at the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, Free admission, voluntary donations. |
Seniors are invited to join us for a traditional canadian sugar shack experience at Érablière Chemin du Roy on Wednesday April 4th from 11AM until 2PM. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP with Alexandra at 418-683-2366 ext. 224, or alexandra.hartley@veq.ca by 4PM on Tuesday, April 3rd.
Wednesdays from 1-3 p.m. and/or 7-9 p.m. – The Kirk Hall Crafters, a bilingual group of craft-minded people that meets weekly in St. Andrew’s Kirk Hall, 45 Chaussée-des-Écossais, Old Québec.
Join this fun all-ages group and enjoy tea and a chat while working on your craft project!
For more information, call Katherine at 418 404-0509
The Morrin Centre is looking for a volunteer to lead our English Discussion Group this winter. The group meets on a weekly basis on Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3 pm.
We are looking for a friendly, dynamic volunteer who has had some experience teaching or leading a group. Knowledge of French isn’t necessary as the Morrin Centre screens the participants to make sure that they have an intermediate knowledge of English. There is no curriculum to follow, but the discussion leader can help people with vocabulary and pronunciation and suggest topics for discussion.
If you are available on Wednesday afternoons and are bilingual or a native speaker of English, please contact Rosemarie Fischer at 418 694-9147 – extension 221, or write to info@morrin.org.
Viewpoint Toastmasters Club meet every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Fraternité St-Alphonse, 3812, St. Anne Blvd, Québec ( Beauport District… Entrance at the rear near the parking)
Info: Jean at 418 204-3624. Come and practice your public speaking skills, in English.
Quest Toastmasters meet every Friday at 6:55 a.m.
NO MEETING ON Jan. 5….. NOTE: From Jan 12, 2018 until Friday Feb 16, 2018 our QUEST Toastmasters meetings will take place at PACINI HALLES FLEUR DE LYS, Develop your communication and leadership skills and learn to improve your English public-speaking skills. For more information call Sandra Holman at 418 573-1767 or Jean Racine at 418 623-0452 or visit |
Friday, April 6 at 6:00 p.m. – CQSB Performing Arts Festival: PAF! Workshops at Quebec High School during the day.
Evening performances at Salle J.P. Tardif, 9500 ave. Joffre, Quebec. FREE admission. For more information, visit cqsbperformingartsfestival.com |
Sunday, April 8 at 2 p.m. – Morris Knolls High School Choralean elite youth choir from New Jersey, will be singing the music of Mendelssohn, Pearsall, Gibbs, Vivaldi and others at the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, 31 Rue Des Jardins,Vieux-Québec. Free admission, voluntary donations.
Wednesdays from 1-3 p.m. and/or 7-9 p.m. – The Kirk Hall Crafters, a bilingual group of craft-minded people that meets weekly in St. Andrew’s Kirk Hall, 45 Chaussée-des-Écossais, Old Québec.
Join this fun all-ages group and enjoy tea and a chat while working on your craft project!
For more information, call Katherine at 418 404-0509
The Morrin Centre is looking for a volunteer to lead our English Discussion Group this winter. The group meets on a weekly basis on Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3 pm.
We are looking for a friendly, dynamic volunteer who has had some experience teaching or leading a group. Knowledge of French isn’t necessary as the Morrin Centre screens the participants to make sure that they have an intermediate knowledge of English. There is no curriculum to follow, but the discussion leader can help people with vocabulary and pronunciation and suggest topics for discussion.
If you are available on Wednesday afternoons and are bilingual or a native speaker of English, please contact Rosemarie Fischer at 418 694-9147 – extension 221, or write to info@morrin.org.
Viewpoint Toastmasters Club meet every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Fraternité St-Alphonse, 3812, St. Anne Blvd, Québec ( Beauport District… Entrance at the rear near the parking)
Info: Jean at 418 204-3624. Come and practice your public speaking skills, in English.
April 12, 13, 14 and 19, 20, 21, at 8 p.m. – Quebec Art Company presents the rock opera “Jesus Christ Superstar”
at Chalmers-Wesley United Church, 78 Rue Ste-Ursule in Old Quebec.
Tickets: General admission – $20, seniors 65+/students – $15; Group of 10+ – $15/person; Family of four – $45; may be ordered online now at quebecartcompany.com.
Quest Toastmasters meet every Friday at 6:55 a.m.
NO MEETING ON Jan. 5….. NOTE: From Jan 12, 2018 until Friday Feb 16, 2018 our QUEST Toastmasters meetings will take place at PACINI HALLES FLEUR DE LYS, Develop your communication and leadership skills and learn to improve your English public-speaking skills. For more information call Sandra Holman at 418 573-1767 or Jean Racine at 418 623-0452 or visit |
April 12, 13, 14 and 19, 20, 21, at 8 p.m. – Quebec Art Company presents the rock opera “Jesus Christ Superstar”
at Chalmers-Wesley United Church, 78 Rue Ste-Ursule in Old Quebec.
Tickets: General admission – $20, seniors 65+/students – $15; Group of 10+ – $15/person; Family of four – $45; may be ordered online now at quebecartcompany.com.
April 12, 13, 14 and 19, 20, 21, at 8 p.m. – Quebec Art Company presents the rock opera “Jesus Christ Superstar”
at Chalmers-Wesley United Church, 78 Rue Ste-Ursule in Old Quebec.
Tickets: General admission – $20, seniors 65+/students – $15; Group of 10+ – $15/person; Family of four – $45; may be ordered online now at quebecartcompany.com.
Sunday, April 16, 10 a.m. to noon – Sugar Shack Brunch organized by the Valcartier Roadrunners (cancer research) and Valcartier Elementary School’s CLC. Music by Wesley McCoubrey and friends at the Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier community hall for a delicious meal.
Funds going to the Roadrunners Relay for Life and Valcartier Elementary School’s CLC. Everyone is welcome.
For info: Jayne 418-844-2233 ex 8800.
The Caregivers’ Café offers an oasis for English-speaking caregivers to meet, share experiences, recharge their batteries, find resources, learn new things and enjoy mutual support. Join us in room 1135 on the main floor of the Jeffery Hale pavilion (1270 chemin Ste-Foy).
Join us for an informative session on Federal government benefits related to aging and the role of the caregiver. Service specialist for citizens from Service Canada, France Belanger will be joining us to explore topics such as Old Age Security, Guaranteed Income Supplement, Employment Insurance Compassionate Care benefits for caregivers and much more. If you are reluctant to attend because you cannot leave your loved one alone, please call us so we can find a way to assist you. This activity is made possible through funding provided by L’APPUI Capitale-Nationale pour les proches aidants des ainés. Click here to see the online schedule: |
Seniors are invited to join us for a trip to the Laurier Shopping Center on Wednesday April 18th from 11AM until 3PM. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP with Alexandra at 418-683-2366 ext. 224, or alexandra.hartley@veq.ca by 4PM on Friday, April 13th.
Wednesdays from 1-3 p.m. and/or 7-9 p.m. – The Kirk Hall Crafters, a bilingual group of craft-minded people that meets weekly in St. Andrew’s Kirk Hall, 45 Chaussée-des-Écossais, Old Québec.
Join this fun all-ages group and enjoy tea and a chat while working on your craft project!
For more information, call Katherine at 418 404-0509
The Morrin Centre is looking for a volunteer to lead our English Discussion Group this winter. The group meets on a weekly basis on Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3 pm.
We are looking for a friendly, dynamic volunteer who has had some experience teaching or leading a group. Knowledge of French isn’t necessary as the Morrin Centre screens the participants to make sure that they have an intermediate knowledge of English. There is no curriculum to follow, but the discussion leader can help people with vocabulary and pronunciation and suggest topics for discussion.
If you are available on Wednesday afternoons and are bilingual or a native speaker of English, please contact Rosemarie Fischer at 418 694-9147 – extension 221, or write to info@morrin.org.
Viewpoint Toastmasters Club meet every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Fraternité St-Alphonse, 3812, St. Anne Blvd, Québec ( Beauport District… Entrance at the rear near the parking)
Info: Jean at 418 204-3624. Come and practice your public speaking skills, in English.
April 12, 13, 14 and 19, 20, 21, at 8 p.m. – Quebec Art Company presents the rock opera “Jesus Christ Superstar”
at Chalmers-Wesley United Church, 78 Rue Ste-Ursule in Old Quebec.
Tickets: General admission – $20, seniors 65+/students – $15; Group of 10+ – $15/person; Family of four – $45; may be ordered online now at quebecartcompany.com.
Quest Toastmasters meet every Friday at 6:55 a.m.
NO MEETING ON Jan. 5….. NOTE: From Jan 12, 2018 until Friday Feb 16, 2018 our QUEST Toastmasters meetings will take place at PACINI HALLES FLEUR DE LYS, Develop your communication and leadership skills and learn to improve your English public-speaking skills. For more information call Sandra Holman at 418 573-1767 or Jean Racine at 418 623-0452 or visit |
April 12, 13, 14 and 19, 20, 21, at 8 p.m. – Quebec Art Company presents the rock opera “Jesus Christ Superstar”
at Chalmers-Wesley United Church, 78 Rue Ste-Ursule in Old Quebec.
Tickets: General admission – $20, seniors 65+/students – $15; Group of 10+ – $15/person; Family of four – $45; may be ordered online now at quebecartcompany.com.
April 12, 13, 14 and 19, 20, 21, at 8 p.m. – Quebec Art Company presents the rock opera “Jesus Christ Superstar”
at Chalmers-Wesley United Church, 78 Rue Ste-Ursule in Old Quebec.
Tickets: General admission – $20, seniors 65+/students – $15; Group of 10+ – $15/person; Family of four – $45; may be ordered online now at quebecartcompany.com.
Wednesdays from 1-3 p.m. and/or 7-9 p.m. – The Kirk Hall Crafters, a bilingual group of craft-minded people that meets weekly in St. Andrew’s Kirk Hall, 45 Chaussée-des-Écossais, Old Québec.
Join this fun all-ages group and enjoy tea and a chat while working on your craft project!
For more information, call Katherine at 418 404-0509
The Morrin Centre is looking for a volunteer to lead our English Discussion Group this winter. The group meets on a weekly basis on Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3 pm.
We are looking for a friendly, dynamic volunteer who has had some experience teaching or leading a group. Knowledge of French isn’t necessary as the Morrin Centre screens the participants to make sure that they have an intermediate knowledge of English. There is no curriculum to follow, but the discussion leader can help people with vocabulary and pronunciation and suggest topics for discussion.
If you are available on Wednesday afternoons and are bilingual or a native speaker of English, please contact Rosemarie Fischer at 418 694-9147 – extension 221, or write to info@morrin.org.
Viewpoint Toastmasters Club meet every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Fraternité St-Alphonse, 3812, St. Anne Blvd, Québec ( Beauport District… Entrance at the rear near the parking)
Info: Jean at 418 204-3624. Come and practice your public speaking skills, in English.
Wednesday, April 25 at 8 p.m. – Choeur et Orchestre symphonique de Québec present Brahms’ Requiem at the Grand Théâtre.
Tickets from $46 |
Quest Toastmasters meet every Friday at 6:55 a.m.
NO MEETING ON Jan. 5….. NOTE: From Jan 12, 2018 until Friday Feb 16, 2018 our QUEST Toastmasters meetings will take place at PACINI HALLES FLEUR DE LYS, Develop your communication and leadership skills and learn to improve your English public-speaking skills. For more information call Sandra Holman at 418 573-1767 or Jean Racine at 418 623-0452 or visit |
Wednesdays from 1-3 p.m. and/or 7-9 p.m. – The Kirk Hall Crafters, a bilingual group of craft-minded people that meets weekly in St. Andrew’s Kirk Hall, 45 Chaussée-des-Écossais, Old Québec.
Join this fun all-ages group and enjoy tea and a chat while working on your craft project!
For more information, call Katherine at 418 404-0509
Community Learning In Action presents Blogging 101: An Introduction to Blogging for Beginners.
In the world of social media, blogging is one of the most popular ways to communicate, spread and share information online. In this Lunch & Learn beginner Blogging Basics information session, you will learn 5 simple introductory steps in order for you to start building your own blog: 1. Why start a blog and what to blog about. Come and join us for a power hour of information and inspiration in our fully accessible space at the Eastern Québec Learning Centre. Parking is FREE, all sessions are FREE and include a light lunch. Space is limited and registration is essential. For more information or to register please email michelle_osbourne@qcrc.org or call 418.681.1258. |
The Morrin Centre is looking for a volunteer to lead our English Discussion Group this winter. The group meets on a weekly basis on Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3 pm.
We are looking for a friendly, dynamic volunteer who has had some experience teaching or leading a group. Knowledge of French isn’t necessary as the Morrin Centre screens the participants to make sure that they have an intermediate knowledge of English. There is no curriculum to follow, but the discussion leader can help people with vocabulary and pronunciation and suggest topics for discussion.
If you are available on Wednesday afternoons and are bilingual or a native speaker of English, please contact Rosemarie Fischer at 418 694-9147 – extension 221, or write to info@morrin.org.
Viewpoint Toastmasters Club meet every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Fraternité St-Alphonse, 3812, St. Anne Blvd, Québec ( Beauport District… Entrance at the rear near the parking)
Info: Jean at 418 204-3624. Come and practice your public speaking skills, in English.
Students from Quebec High School’s Leadership Class will be available to answer all your technology-related questions in this open-forum workshop. Bring your questions and your devices, and let’s get learning!
Quest Toastmasters meet every Friday at 6:55 a.m.
NO MEETING ON Jan. 5….. NOTE: From Jan 12, 2018 until Friday Feb 16, 2018 our QUEST Toastmasters meetings will take place at PACINI HALLES FLEUR DE LYS, Develop your communication and leadership skills and learn to improve your English public-speaking skills. For more information call Sandra Holman at 418 573-1767 or Jean Racine at 418 623-0452 or visit |
Friday May 4 (2-4 p.m.) and Saturday May 5 (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.) – Oil Painting Exhibit at Saint Brigid’s Home, 1645 Chemin Saint-Louis in Sillery.
Nancy Burke Gignac, a talented artist and former pupil of the late
James Halpin, and Barbara Miller Roy of Le Pivot art group for handicapped people, are happy to invite all to this event. A painting will be raffled with the proceeds being donated to the Saint Brigid’s Foundation.
Saturday, May 5, 10 a.m. to noon – Trinity Church ACW Coffee Party, 2687 Chemin des Quatre-Bourgeois, Ste-Foy. Tickets $5.00 Coffee, hot biscuits, jams, bake table, nearly-new items, knitting, books, etc.
Sunday, May 6, 1 to 4 p.m. – Emma’s Art Club Art Exhibit and Tea. Exhibit of works by the students of Valcartier Elementary School’s art club. Come and admire what they have accomplished, enjoy tea, sweets and lovely live music at the new municipal building in Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier Complex, 1754 boulevard Valcartier. Everyone is welcome. For info: Jayne 418-844-2233 ex 8800. |
Students from Quebec High School’s Leadership Class will be available to answer all your technology-related questions in this open-forum workshop. Bring your questions and your devices, and let’s get learning! For more information, and to register, please contact Alexandra at
418-683-2366 ext. 224 or alexandra.hartley@veq.ca
Tuesday, May 8 at 7 p.m. – Great Scots: Canada’s Finest Fiction Storytellers With Scottish Links from 1867 to Today. An ImagiNation off-festival event at the Morrin Centre. Douglas Gibson will present a fascinating, thought-provoking event that you will greatly enjoy–especially since so many bursts of music from the times enliven the show, along with dozens of classic Canadian paintings that reveal the artistic times in which our great authors worked. Free for Morrin members, $5 non-members. For more details, visit morrin.org/en/events/ |
Wednesdays from 1-3 p.m. and/or 7-9 p.m. – The Kirk Hall Crafters, a bilingual group of craft-minded people that meets weekly in St. Andrew’s Kirk Hall, 45 Chaussée-des-Écossais, Old Québec.
Join this fun all-ages group and enjoy tea and a chat while working on your craft project!
For more information, call Katherine at 418 404-0509
The Morrin Centre is looking for a volunteer to lead our English Discussion Group this winter. The group meets on a weekly basis on Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3 pm.
We are looking for a friendly, dynamic volunteer who has had some experience teaching or leading a group. Knowledge of French isn’t necessary as the Morrin Centre screens the participants to make sure that they have an intermediate knowledge of English. There is no curriculum to follow, but the discussion leader can help people with vocabulary and pronunciation and suggest topics for discussion.
If you are available on Wednesday afternoons and are bilingual or a native speaker of English, please contact Rosemarie Fischer at 418 694-9147 – extension 221, or write to info@morrin.org.
Viewpoint Toastmasters Club meet every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Fraternité St-Alphonse, 3812, St. Anne Blvd, Québec ( Beauport District… Entrance at the rear near the parking)
Info: Jean at 418 204-3624. Come and practice your public speaking skills, in English.
Students from Quebec High School’s Leadership Class will be available to answer all your technology-related questions in this open-forum workshop. Bring your questions and your devices, and let’s get learning! For more information, and to register, please contact Alexandra at
418-683-2366 ext. 224 or alexandra.hartley@veq.ca
The Voltigeurs return to the Manège Militaire
The Fondation Les Voltigeurs (9e Bataillon), proudly to announce that, on May 12, the Régiment Les Voltigeurs de Québec will return to their Manège militaire (armoury) that was destroyed in a tragic fire on the night of April 8, 2008. To commemorate the grand moment, the regiment invites the general public to attend three activities on May 12: 2 p.m. – Unveiling of a new site behind the Armoury dedicated to cannons captured during the First World War. Take this opportunity to visit the new Voltigeurs Manège militaire, a jewel of Quebec City’s historic heritage, and discover a rejuvenated, modern and functional building rebuilt by the Government of Canada. |
Students from Quebec High School’s Leadership Class will be available to answer all your technology-related questions in this open-forum workshop. Bring your questions and your devices, and let’s get learning! For more information, and to register, please contact Alexandra at
418-683-2366 ext. 224 or alexandra.hartley@veq.ca
Tuesday, May 15 at 7 p.m. – Join the Fourth Avenue Trio for its first concert at the Morrin Centre, 44 Chaussée des Écossais in Old Quebec. The evening’s program will feature music by the great Polish composer for piano Frédéric Chopin and one of the foremost composers of woodwind duets, Friedrich Kuhlau. The heart of the recital, however, is anchored in the baroque period, of which the best-known composers are Johann Sebastian Bach and George Friderich Handel. One particularly emotional and haunting compositional form from that period is the “trio sonata” in which three instruments (two woodwinds and a harpsichord) pass a theme back and forth with variations in key, mood and emotion.
– Emma Ahern first discovered her passion for the oboe at age twelve when her teachers at Mont-Saint-Sacrement High School noticed her natural talent for the instrument. She is now studying the oboe at undergraduate level with Philippe Magnan at the Conservatoire de Musique de Québec, where she also plays regularly in the school orchestra and in two chamber music ensembles. Her studies have also led her to play in well-known orchestras such as the Orchestre symphonique de la Côte-Nord and Orchestre symphonique de Québec.
– Kasia Borkowska grew up in Poland where she started playing piano at age 6. On moving to Canada at age 15, she continued studying piano performance along with music history and literature. She has M.A. in ethnomusicology and graduate diploma in education. She lives in Quebec where she teaches English and piano.
– Peter Calkins discovered music at age seven as a soprano in his father’s church choir and has played the flute since he was eight. While a student at Harvard, he performed in Mozart’s Marriage of Figaro and Gilbert and Sullivan’s Mikado. He then played first flute in the Cornell University orchestra. Since retirement from Laval University as a professor of Asian and African economic development, he has become active in the Quebec Art Company, performing in My Fair Lady, South Pacific, Guys and Dolls, Cage aux folles, and Jesus Christ Superstar. He has also played flute for the As de choeur’s production of Into the Woods and the soundtrack for the indie film The Troubadour Child.
Free for Morrin Centre members, $5 for non-members.
Wednesdays from 1-3 p.m. and/or 7-9 p.m. – The Kirk Hall Crafters, a bilingual group of craft-minded people that meets weekly in St. Andrew’s Kirk Hall, 45 Chaussée-des-Écossais, Old Québec.
Join this fun all-ages group and enjoy tea and a chat while working on your craft project!
For more information, call Katherine at 418 404-0509
The Morrin Centre is looking for a volunteer to lead our English Discussion Group this winter. The group meets on a weekly basis on Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3 pm.
We are looking for a friendly, dynamic volunteer who has had some experience teaching or leading a group. Knowledge of French isn’t necessary as the Morrin Centre screens the participants to make sure that they have an intermediate knowledge of English. There is no curriculum to follow, but the discussion leader can help people with vocabulary and pronunciation and suggest topics for discussion.
If you are available on Wednesday afternoons and are bilingual or a native speaker of English, please contact Rosemarie Fischer at 418 694-9147 – extension 221, or write to info@morrin.org.
Viewpoint Toastmasters Club meet every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Fraternité St-Alphonse, 3812, St. Anne Blvd, Québec ( Beauport District… Entrance at the rear near the parking)
Info: Jean at 418 204-3624. Come and practice your public speaking skills, in English.
McGreevy Manor is a seniors’ apartment complex that opened in April 2010. It is designed to help seniors maintain their autonomy and independence, all in an English-speaking setting that meets their needs for security and comfort. Join other caregivers for a tour to learn more about this special setting.
When & Where: Caregivers will meet at the entrance to McGreevy Manor at 10:30 AM (1643, chemin St.-Louis, Sillery G1S 1G8). If you prefer, we will provide a ride to McGreevey from the Wellness Centre leaving promptly at 10:15 AM on the morning of the activity. REGISTRATION by the day prior is necessary.
This activity is free. Participants are asked to call 418 684-5333, Ext 1539 to register. If you are reluctant to attend because you cannot leave your loved one alone, please call us so we can find a way to assist you. This activity is made possible thanks to funding from
MAY 18, 19, 20 – 175th anniversary of St. Patrick’s High School (1843-2018)
May 18 at 7 p.m. – Meet and Greet at St. Pat’s. May 19 – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Decades Alumni basketball games (pick-up), 6 p.m – Cocktail Party, 7 p.m. Banquet Supper and Entertainment at the Centre de Congrès, May 20 – 10 a.m. – Sunday Mass at St. Patrick’s Church. Register NOW at https://stpats175.ca/
Get ready to celebrate St. Pat’s 175th anniversary in 2018
It’s time to celebrate! St. Patrick’s High School will be celebrating its 175th anniversary in 2018.
The first Irish Catholic school in Quebec City opened in 1843. The priests of the time could not have imagined the long-term impact or success this school would have! Yet, 175 years later it is going strong with about 550 students enrolled and a growing population. It’s now time to bring the alumni home to celebrate 175 years of history. May 18 to 20, 2018, will see over 1,500 student and staff alumni return to Quebec City to mark this historic event.
Activities will include:
Friday, May 18, at 7 p.m. – Meet and Greet at the school. Participants will receive their official weekend package including the Saturday evening banquet ticket and the official reunion souvenir. There will be bar service as well as music at the school all evening.
Saturday, May 19, will start with an “open gym” for the young ones. Alumni are encouraged to bring their children to play basketball in the very same gym their parents played in. This will be followed by celebrating the different decades (1960s- 2000s) with pickup basketball games. The school will offer tours and visits to various displays of memorabilia.
The Saturday evening banquet will take place at the Centre des Congrès (Quebec City Convention Center) starting with cocktails at 5:30 p.m. As you enjoy a fabulous four-course meal (with a half-bottle of wine per person) you can experience a visual walk through history. Dancing will follow.
Sunday, May 20, 10 a.m. The weekend festivities close with Mass at St. Patrick’s Church, with dessert and coffee served in McMahon Hall after the service.
Many people have registered to receive information, but NOW is the time to take the next step: BUY TICKETS. All alumni (students and staff) are invited to return to the official website: www.stpats175.ca and click on the BUY TICKETS link.
The Early Bird price of $120 is available until November 30, 2017.
The regular price of $135 will go into effect on December 1, 2017.
From September until November 30, tickets may also be purchased at the school office for $120 (cash only).
A representative from the organizing committee will also be present to sell tickets ($120 cash only) at Mass at St. Patrick’s Church on September 10, 23, October 22 and November 12.
Numerous hotels have been reserved with special rates and are within walking distance of the festivities. The links for accommodations can also be found on the official website.
If you need further info, please check out the website or call: 418 999-4897.
The organizing committee hopes you are ready for a great party as YOU ARE PART OF 175 YEARS OF IRISH TRADITION IN QUEBEC CITY! See you all there!
Wednesdays from 1-3 p.m. and/or 7-9 p.m. – The Kirk Hall Crafters, a bilingual group of craft-minded people that meets weekly in St. Andrew’s Kirk Hall, 45 Chaussée-des-Écossais, Old Québec.
Join this fun all-ages group and enjoy tea and a chat while working on your craft project!
For more information, call Katherine at 418 404-0509
The Morrin Centre is looking for a volunteer to lead our English Discussion Group this winter. The group meets on a weekly basis on Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3 pm.
We are looking for a friendly, dynamic volunteer who has had some experience teaching or leading a group. Knowledge of French isn’t necessary as the Morrin Centre screens the participants to make sure that they have an intermediate knowledge of English. There is no curriculum to follow, but the discussion leader can help people with vocabulary and pronunciation and suggest topics for discussion.
If you are available on Wednesday afternoons and are bilingual or a native speaker of English, please contact Rosemarie Fischer at 418 694-9147 – extension 221, or write to info@morrin.org.
Viewpoint Toastmasters Club meet every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Fraternité St-Alphonse, 3812, St. Anne Blvd, Québec ( Beauport District… Entrance at the rear near the parking)
Info: Jean at 418 204-3624. Come and practice your public speaking skills, in English.
Saturday, May 26 at 7:30 p.m. – The Ensemble de Musique Sacrée de Québec presents its spring concert Baroque A Capella, directed by Richard Duguay, in the Chapel of the Oratoire Saint-Joseph de Québec, 560, chemin Sainte-Foy. General admission $20, students $15. Free for children 12 and under accompanied by an adult. |
Community Learning In Action presents ‘A Beginners Guide to Social Media for Small Businesses’
Looking to start a small business and wondering how to use social media for marketing? Already have a small business and want to know more about the benefits of social media? Social Media has become one of the leading marketing tools in the world and is a must for the success of any business. In this information session you will learn about the importance of social media in business, how to know which platforms you should be using, ways to attract your target audience and more!
Come and join us for a power hour of information and inspiration in our fully accessible space at the Eastern Québec Learning Centre. Parking is FREE, all sessions are FREE and include a light lunch. Space is limited and registration is essential.
For more information or to register please email michelle_osbourne@qcrc.org or call 418.681.1258.
Wednesdays from 1-3 p.m. and/or 7-9 p.m. – The Kirk Hall Crafters, a bilingual group of craft-minded people that meets weekly in St. Andrew’s Kirk Hall, 45 Chaussée-des-Écossais, Old Québec.
Join this fun all-ages group and enjoy tea and a chat while working on your craft project!
For more information, call Katherine at 418 404-0509
The Morrin Centre is looking for a volunteer to lead our English Discussion Group this winter. The group meets on a weekly basis on Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3 pm.
We are looking for a friendly, dynamic volunteer who has had some experience teaching or leading a group. Knowledge of French isn’t necessary as the Morrin Centre screens the participants to make sure that they have an intermediate knowledge of English. There is no curriculum to follow, but the discussion leader can help people with vocabulary and pronunciation and suggest topics for discussion.
If you are available on Wednesday afternoons and are bilingual or a native speaker of English, please contact Rosemarie Fischer at 418 694-9147 – extension 221, or write to info@morrin.org.
Viewpoint Toastmasters Club meet every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Fraternité St-Alphonse, 3812, St. Anne Blvd, Québec ( Beauport District… Entrance at the rear near the parking)
Info: Jean at 418 204-3624. Come and practice your public speaking skills, in English.
Voice of English-speaking Québec is pleased to invite you to our Annual General Meeting. Get together with old friends and meet new ones, learn about VEQ and hear about our highlights from the past year. Appetizers and refreshments will be served and parking is free.
Thursday, May 31, 2018 from 5:00 to 7:00pm Please RSVP by calling 418-683-2366 ext. 221 or by emailing info@veq.ca |
Develop your communication and leadership skills and learn to improve your English public-speaking skills.
Walk or run to support the millions of people affected by the pain of arthritis on the campus of Université Laval (in front of the PEPS at 2325 rue de la Terrasse, Quebec). Registration at 8:30 a.m. 1- 5K walks or 5-10K runs start at 10 a.m. Warm-up activities, snacks and prizes for participants. Register now at marchedelarthrite.ca
ENCORE CHORALE, a choir of 130 seniors from the United States, will sing a benefit concert for Voice of English-speaking Québec and their 50+ initiative at Chalmers Wesley Church, 78 Rue Sainte-Ursule, in Old Quebec City! Under the direction of its Founder and Artistic Director Jeanne Kelly, the ensemble will sing a diverse program of folk, spirituals, Broadway and rock ‘n’ roll as part of their debut tour of Québec. Free admission with Eventbrite reservation; donations will be accepted. Tickets: bit.ly/encorequebec
Chœur de la Colline “Starry Night” concert; 65 choristers, accompanied by professional musicians, will interpret songs by modern composers as well as lighter, humorous adaptations of well-known classical pieces, under the direction of Marie Coulombe and Michel Cervant, at Église Saint-Dominique, 175 Grande Allée Ouest. General admission $20, 18 and under, $10.
Seniors from the west of the city are invited to join us for brunch at Tutti Frutti on Wednesday, June 6th from 11AM until we finish eating, which we estimate will be 2PM at the latest. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Monday, June 4th with Alexandra at 418-683-2366 ext. 224.
Wednesdays from 1-3 p.m. and/or 7-9 p.m. – The Kirk Hall Crafters, a bilingual group of craft-minded people that meets weekly in St. Andrew’s Kirk Hall, 45 Chaussée-des-Écossais, Old Québec.
Join this fun all-ages group and enjoy tea and a chat while working on your craft project!
For more information, call Katherine at 418 404-0509
Viewpoint Toastmasters Club meet every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Fraternité St-Alphonse, 3812, St. Anne Blvd, Québec ( Beauport District… Entrance at the rear near the parking)
Info: Jean at 418 204-3624. Come and practice your public speaking skills, in English.
Caring for an aging loved one can be challenging. Sometimes what you need most is a safe place to process everything that is happening in your life.
Jeffery Hale Community Partners is offering caregivers an opportunity to participate in free art therapy session. Participants will work with certified Art therapist, Marie Ève Laflamme. No artistic talent is needed! This session will help you explore your feelings while enjoying the life affirming pleasures of creating art.
To register please contact Jan Anderson, Community Organizer at the Wellness Centre 418 684-5333 Ext. 1539.
The Edwin-Bélanger Bandstand is proud to present its 26th summer season of free concerts on the Plains of Abraham with a program featuring a variety of musical styles and renowned artists during 22 stellar musical evenings. For more details, visit www.canada.ca/en/national-battlefields-commission/news/2018/05/26th-season-at-the-edwin-belanger-bandstand
Tempêtes & Passions: ‘Evita, Diva du Tango’ at the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, 31 rue Des Jardins, Vieux Québec. Tickets $30, students $20, under 12 ans $5. Reservations lepointdevente.com or call 581-307-0750. For more details, visit tempetesetpassions.com
Seniors from McGreevy Manor are invited to join us for a visit of the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity and lunch at le Chic Shack on Wednesday, June 13th. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Friday, June 8th.
Wednesdays from 1-3 p.m. and/or 7-9 p.m. – The Kirk Hall Crafters, a bilingual group of craft-minded people that meets weekly in St. Andrew’s Kirk Hall, 45 Chaussée-des-Écossais, Old Québec.
Join this fun all-ages group and enjoy tea and a chat while working on your craft project!
For more information, call Katherine at 418 404-0509
Viewpoint Toastmasters Club meet every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Fraternité St-Alphonse, 3812, St. Anne Blvd, Québec ( Beauport District… Entrance at the rear near the parking)
Info: Jean at 418 204-3624. Come and practice your public speaking skills, in English.
Seniors from the east of the city are invited to join us for brunch at Buffet de l’Antiquaire on Friday, June 15th from 11AM until we finish eating, which we estimate will be 2PM at the latest. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Wednesday, June 13th with Alexandra at 418-683-2366 ext. 224.
Join us for a potluck at the Bois de Coulonge! Let’s enjoy nature, good food, and good company while practicing our second language! For more information or to register, please contact Alexandra at 418-683-2366 ext. 224 or alexandra.hartley@veq.ca
Joignez vous à nous pour un repas communautaire au Bois de Coulonge! Profitez de la nature, de la bonne bouffe et de la bonne compagnie en pratiquant votre langue seconde! Pour plus d’infos, ou pour s’inscrire, contactez Alexandra au 418-683-2366 ext. 224 ou alexandra.hartley@veq.ca |
Wednesdays from 1-3 p.m. and/or 7-9 p.m. – The Kirk Hall Crafters, a bilingual group of craft-minded people that meets weekly in St. Andrew’s Kirk Hall, 45 Chaussée-des-Écossais, Old Québec.
Join this fun all-ages group and enjoy tea and a chat while working on your craft project!
For more information, call Katherine at 418 404-0509
Seniors from McGreevy Manor are invited to join us for delicious ice cream, chocolate, or beverages at Chocolats Favoris on Wednesday, June 20th. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Friday, June 15th.
Viewpoint Toastmasters Club meet every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Fraternité St-Alphonse, 3812, St. Anne Blvd, Québec ( Beauport District… Entrance at the rear near the parking)
Info: Jean at 418 204-3624. Come and practice your public speaking skills, in English.
Seniors from the west of the city are invited to join us for a visit to the museum on Friday, June 22nd. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Wednesday, June 20th.
Seniors from McGreevy Manor are invited to join us for a visit to the museum on Wednesday, June 27th. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Friday, June 22nd.
Wednesdays from 1-3 p.m. and/or 7-9 p.m. – The Kirk Hall Crafters, a bilingual group of craft-minded people that meets weekly in St. Andrew’s Kirk Hall, 45 Chaussée-des-Écossais, Old Québec.
Join this fun all-ages group and enjoy tea and a chat while working on your craft project!
For more information, call Katherine at 418 404-0509
Viewpoint Toastmasters Club meet every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Fraternité St-Alphonse, 3812, St. Anne Blvd, Québec ( Beauport District… Entrance at the rear near the parking)
Info: Jean at 418 204-3624. Come and practice your public speaking skills, in English.
Seniors from the east of the city are invited to join us for a visit to the museum on Friday, June 29th. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Wednesday, June 27th.
July 3 – 12 to 5 p.m. – During the Fête de la Ville de Québec there will be a free organ concert by Jean Côté at 1:30 p.m. and an exhibit of photographs of Immigrant Women by Sue Mills at Chalmers-Wesley United Church, 78 Rue Sainte-Ursule, Vieux-Québec. All are welcome! |
Wednesdays from 1-3 p.m. and/or 7-9 p.m. – The Kirk Hall Crafters, a bilingual group of craft-minded people that meets weekly in St. Andrew’s Kirk Hall, 45 Chaussée-des-Écossais, Old Québec.
Join this fun all-ages group and enjoy tea and a chat while working on your craft project!
For more information, call Katherine at 418 404-0509
July 4 at 12:05 p.m. – Musical Wednesdays at Chalmers-Wesley United Church, 78 Rue Sainte-Ursule, Vieux-Québec. The second noon-hour concert of the summer season will feature the Cambridge University Wind Orchestra, from Cambridge, England. A suggested donation of at least $10 would be most welcome to help support our summer concert series. |
Viewpoint Toastmasters Club meet every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Fraternité St-Alphonse, 3812, St. Anne Blvd, Québec ( Beauport District… Entrance at the rear near the parking)
Info: Jean at 418 204-3624. Come and practice your public speaking skills, in English.
July 5 at 12:30 p.m – Midi en Musique concert at the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, 31 Rue Des Jardins in Old Quebec, featuring Marie-Michèle Roberge (soprano), Marie-Andrée Mathieu (mezzo-soprano) and Jean-François Mailloux (piano), in collaboration with Tempêtes & Passions. A voluntary donation of $10 is suggested. For more information about the Cathedral’s music program, visit cathedral.ca/music.
Seniors from the west of the city are invited to join us for tea at Sebz Tea & Lounge on Friday, July 6th. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Wednesday, July 4th at 418-683-2366 ext. 224 or alexandra.hartley@veq.ca
Organ recital with Patrice Vogel at the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, 31 Rue Des Jardins, Old Quebec. Free will donations.
Wednesdays from 1-3 p.m. and/or 7-9 p.m. – The Kirk Hall Crafters, a bilingual group of craft-minded people that meets weekly in St. Andrew’s Kirk Hall, 45 Chaussée-des-Écossais, Old Québec.
Join this fun all-ages group and enjoy tea and a chat while working on your craft project!
For more information, call Katherine at 418 404-0509
Musical Wednesdays at Chalmers-Wesley United Church, 78 Rue Sainte-Ursule, Vieux-Québec.
A suggested donation of $10 or more would be most welcome to help support our summer concert series. |
Seniors from McGreevy Manor are invited to join us for a classical music concert by the Fourth Avenue Trio at Chalmers-Wesley United Church on Wednesday, July 11th. This concert features Emma Ahern, VEQ’s summer student, who plays the oboe. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Friday, July 6th at 418-683-2366 ext. 224 or alexandra.hartley@veq.ca
Viewpoint Toastmasters Club meet every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Fraternité St-Alphonse, 3812, St. Anne Blvd, Québec ( Beauport District… Entrance at the rear near the parking)
Info: Jean at 418 204-3624. Come and practice your public speaking skills, in English.