Upcoming Events and Activities

Jan
5
Tue
2021
Bilingual Book Club – Club de lecture bilingue
Jan 5 @ 6:45 PM – 8:15 PM

Join us for reading and discussion of books via Zoom in French and English while improving your bilingualism in an informal and friendly environment! Email catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca or call 418-683-2366 x 224 to sign up!

This week’s book: A Bag of Marbles / Un Sac de billes by Joseph Joffo

Find the book synopsis here: A Bag of Marbles by Joseph Joffo on Goodreads

 

Jan
12
Tue
2021
My child is worried; How can I provide support?
Jan 12 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Jan
17
Sun
2021
Bilingual Book Club – Club de lecture bilingue
Jan 17 @ 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Join us for reading and discussion of books via Zoom in French and English while improving your bilingualism in an informal and friendly environment! Email catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca or call 418-683-2366 x 224 to sign up!

This week’s book: A Bag of Marbles / Un Sac de billes by Joseph Joffo

Find the book synopsis here: A Bag of Marbles by Joseph Joffo on Goodreads

 

Jan
21
Thu
2021
Welcome Back Virtual Get Together
Jan 21 @ 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Lifelong Learning returns for the second half of our semester. Join on January 21st to say “Hi” and share your holiday stories. Let’s use this to check in and see what’s coming up for LLL.

This activity and all Lifelong Learning activities for the 2020-2021 season are FREE.

Registration is required. Please email Meghan at info@LIfelongLearningquebec.org or visit our NEW facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LifelongLearningQuebec for details.

Jan
27
Wed
2021
The Art of Storytelling
Jan 27 @ 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Open to those who missed this event last year and to those who wish to refresh their work from last year. This is part 1 of the Art of Storytelling series offered during the spring of 2020. Part 2 will be coming up later in the month.

Storytelling is something we do naturally and have done so since the dawn of time (so easy a Caveman could do it). This interactive activity we will teach you to harness your creativity and develop better stories to tell. Whether they are your everyday stories to a fantasy world you tell your grandkids. Learn from the experts at Disney’s Pixar on how to develop our own unique stories while listening to what inspires them to develop such beautiful films.

Jan
29
Fri
2021
A Curfew Social – Virtual Game Night
Jan 29 @ 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Don’t let yourself get bored, come play board games with us!

VEQ is proud to invite you to a virtual game night you will not forget! Join us on Zoom, and be prepared to be entertained by a series of games that La Revanche (who will be your MC for the night) has made possible to play in online social settings.

Participating will, of course, be the number 1 take away, but the top 3 scorers will also walk away with prizes—just saying!

To sign up, please send an email to info@veq.ca with your name and the email address where you would like to receive your Zoom link.

Please note:
A household using the same “Zoom window” will play as a team. If you would like to play separately, please sign up using different email addresses and Zoom accounts.
All ages welcome.

Feb
2
Tue
2021
Bilingual Book Club – Club de lecture bilingue
Feb 2 @ 6:45 PM – 8:15 PM

Join us for reading and discussion of books via Zoom in French and English while improving your bilingualism in an informal and friendly environment! Email catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca or call 418-683-2366 x 224 to sign up!

This week’s book: Brother / 33 tours by David Chariandy

Find the book synopsis here: Brother by David Chariandy on Goodreads

 

 

Feb
14
Sun
2021
Bilingual Book Club – Club de lecture bilingue
Feb 14 @ 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Join us for reading and discussion of books via Zoom in French and English while improving your bilingualism in an informal and friendly environment! Email catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca or call 418-683-2366 x 224 to sign up!

This week’s book: Brother / 33 tours by David Chariandy

Find the book synopsis here: Brother by David Chariandy on Goodreads

 

 

Mar
5
Fri
2021
Torchlight Walk
Mar 5 @ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
We are glad to be able to host in-person events once again!

 

Did you recently move to the Greater Québec City region and have been finding it difficult to meet people? Are you eager to go out while connecting with others?

Join us either on Friday, March 5th, or Saturday, March 6 to go on a walk lit by torchlights.

While the authorities will allow in-person social gatherings during that week, we still have to comply with the safety measures, like keeping a physical distance from each other and wearing a mask at all times. Still, we’re happy to be able to meet and greet you outside of the virtual world!

At the end of the event, a participation prize will be awarded to a lucky winner of a $25 gift card from the commerce of choice.

*** As per the authority’s guidelines, a maximum of 8 people are allowed to get together in outdoor social gatherings. Make sure you book your spot!***

 

Mar
6
Sat
2021
Torchlight Walk
Mar 6 @ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
We are glad to be able to host in-person events once again!

 

Did you recently move to the Greater Québec City region and have been finding it difficult to meet people? Are you eager to go out while connecting with others?

Join us either on Friday, March 5th, or Saturday, March 6 to go on a walk lit by torchlights.

While the authorities will allow in-person social gatherings during that week, we still have to comply with the safety measures, like keeping a physical distance from each other and wearing a mask at all times. Still, we’re happy to be able to meet and greet you outside of the virtual world!

At the end of the event, a participation prize will be awarded to a lucky winner of a $25 gift card from the commerce of choice.

*** As per the authority’s guidelines, a maximum of 8 people are allowed to get together in outdoor social gatherings. Make sure you book your spot!***

 

Mar
9
Tue
2021
Ancient and Medieval History Tour of Ireland
Mar 9 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
We can’t travel in real life, but we can celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland with the “Great Tours” lecture series through Great Courses Plus. This is part 1 or 2 lessons. You do not need to attend both.

In part 1. We will first learn about prehistoric and Celtic Ireland to investigate the origins of civilization in Ireland by visiting several ancient sites, including Newgrange and the great Hill of Tara. See what the beautiful ruins can tell us about the Celtic people, their religion, and some of the marvelous myths of Irish history. From there we will travel to Medieval Ireland and discover St. Patrick, one of the greatest figures in Irish medieval history. Here we will visit several important sites: Croagh Patrick in western Ireland, St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin town, and the Clonmacnoise monastery in the center of Ireland.

 

You MUST register to receive the zoom link. Please contact Meaghan Radden at 418-  681-1258 or info@lifelonglearningquebec.org

Budgeting Workshop – Lunch ‘n Learn
Mar 9 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Live your dream life by saving money!

VEQ is hosting Carl-André Poliquin from CJE Option-travail for a Zoom workshop on budgeting. 

He will also be available to field your personal finance questions after the presentation.

For more information and to register, email Susanna Tang at susanna.tang@veq.ca 

Mar
19
Fri
2021
A Curfew Social: Trivia Night
Mar 19 @ 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM

 

VEQ is happy to invite you to another virtual game night—Trivia-style. Join us on Zoom, and test your knowledge during this fun “final exam” that La Revanche has prepared for you. The top 3 scorers (or teams) will walk away with prizes.

To sign up:
Please send an email to info@veq.ca with your name and the email address where you would like to receive your Zoom link, as well as the number of participants you are signing up for.

Note: A household using the same “Zoom Window” will play as one team. If you would like to play separately, please sign up using different email addresses and Zoom accounts. All ages welcome.

Mar
23
Tue
2021
Meditation & Mindfulness for Newcomers
Mar 23 @ 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

At your request, we bring you one more Meditation & Mindfulness session for newcomers and for FREE!

Meditation is the process of training your mind to focus and redirect your thoughts. Its benefits have been scientifically proven to help with stress management, and boy, it’s been stressful at times, lately! During this session, we’ll explore different and accessible techniques such as conscious breathing, mindfulness meditation.

*At the end of the session, a participant will be randomly selected (on a raffle) to be the lucky winner of a participation prize. *

 

Mar
24
Wed
2021
Irish Revival in Literature and Art Tour of Ireland
Mar 24 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

We can’t travel in real life but we can celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland with “Great Tours” lecture series from Great Courses Plus. This is part 2 of 2 lessons. Attending both lectures is not required.

In this lesson, our Professor will introduce us to the artistic era of Ireland and its key figures, including WB Yeats, Lady Gregory, JM Synge, James Joyce and many more.

Registration is required to receive the call information. 

Apr
11
Sun
2021
Travel the World through Zoom: Mauritius
Apr 11 @ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Did you recently move to the Greater Québec City region? Are you interested in broadening your network, despite the current situation?

We continue our virtual and culinary tour around the world; this time, and for many of us, it will be our very first experience with exotic Mauritian cuisine!  While it is not recommended to travel right now, we can still transport ourselves through food, and our guest cook, Melissa will teach us how to prepare a traditional dish from her native island.

Register now and jot it down in your calendar!

You are not really into cooking? No worries: the more, the merrier, join us and connect with others! 😀

 

If you have a recipe that you would like to share with other newcomers, please feel free to let María know!

Each guest cook will receive a $25 gift certificate card from the supermarket of their choice, to help cover the cost of the ingredients. Newcomers from elsewhere in Canada, share with us what is considered a typical dish in your hometown!

 

 

 

Apr
12
Mon
2021
Local Vocals Singing Ensemble
Apr 12 @ 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Do you enjoy singing? Would you like to learn new songs? Join Choir Director, Katharina Urbschat, on Zoom, and be part of the Local Vocals Singing Ensemble.
You will sing primarily in English but don’t be surprised if Katharina has you learning songs in German, Latin and French!

Apr
19
Mon
2021
Local Vocals Singing Ensemble
Apr 19 @ 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Do you enjoy singing? Would you like to learn new songs? Join Choir Director, Katharina Urbschat, on Zoom, and be part of the Local Vocals Singing Ensemble.
You will sing primarily in English but don’t be surprised if Katharina has you learning songs in German, Latin and French!

Apr
20
Tue
2021
Virtual Visits with VEQ- Tech Talk Tuesdays
Apr 20 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets ( internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library.

Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events ( trivia, museum visits etc)

Week 1: Device Basics ( April 20th, May 25th)

Week 2: Device Settings ( April 27th, June 1st)

Week 3: Email ( May 4th, June 8th)

Week 4: Using Zoom and Google Duo as a participant.  ( May 11th, June 15th)

For more information and to register, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

 

 

 

Apr
22
Thu
2021
Virtual Visits with VEQ- Themed Thursdays
Apr 22 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

If you are in the 50+ community, come join us for virtual visits!

VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets ( internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library.

Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events ( trivia, museum visits etc) * programming subject to change* Most visits are held on Google Duo, which is android and apple compatible.

Thursday April 22nd:  Ask us your tech questions! Tuesday’s workshop left you with more questions? Let’s get together and discover our tablets!

Thursday April 29th: Trivia , winners prize, Bragging rights!

Thursday May 6th: Self care during a pandemic, share about ways you are getting through this pandemic and join us for an at- home all-level workout!

Thursday May 13th: Virtual visit! We can’t physically travel, but join us for a virtual museum visit!

 

To borrow a tablet from our Lending Library, and to register for our activities, contact Catherine Baboudjian or Maria Hoyt at 418-683-2366 x 224.  Once registered, you will receive the link for our Google Duo meeting.

Lifelong Learning: Bringing Sparkles Back to Life: Refresh and Recycle Jewelry
Apr 22 @ 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Facilitator: Lucie LeBlanc, Lifelong Learning member

Like many people, you probably have broken or out of fashion jewelry in your drawer. Do you wish you could repair or refresh it? Are you afraid that it’s really complicated or that you need expensive tools and materials to be able to do it?

Fear no more! Join fellow Lifelong Learner, Lucie LeBlanc, for a fun discussion of how to remodel or simply fix your forgotten treasures, using products and tools you already have at home. Using paperclips to create new clasps and findings? Getting your silver bright again with only toothpaste? Through pictures and live demonstrations and, with a little practice, you’ll be amazed at how easy it is to learn these simple tricks.

Registration is required to receive the call information. No dues are required.

Apr
25
Sun
2021
Travel the World through Zoom: Peru!
Apr 25 @ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Summer is around the corner and the recipe we will learn to prepare will be all you want to eat on hot days: ceviche!

It is a two-for-one experience, learn how to prepare a delicious dish from abroad while meeting other newcomers and broadening your network.

To sign up, simply email Maria Castro, newcomers@veq.ca to obtain the Zoom link. If you have any questions please feel free to give her a call too: (418) 683-2366 ext. 225.

 

 

 

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAqc-qrrTwvG9PObHkBL8nHXE3lK1AumHIE

Apr
26
Mon
2021
Local Vocals Singing Ensemble
Apr 26 @ 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Do you enjoy singing? Would you like to learn new songs? Join Choir Director, Katharina Urbschat, on Zoom, and be part of the Local Vocals Singing Ensemble.
You will sing primarily in English but don’t be surprised if Katharina has you learning songs in German, Latin and French!

Apr
27
Tue
2021
Virtual Visits with VEQ- Tech Talk Tuesdays
Apr 27 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Virtual Visits with VEQ- Tech Talk Tuesdays @ Virtual meeting on Google Duo

VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets ( internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library.

Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events ( trivia, museum visits etc)

Week 1: Device Basics ( April 20th, May 25th)

Week 2: Device Settings ( April 27th, June 1st)

Week 3: Email ( May 4th, June 8th)

Week 4: Using Zoom and Google Duo as a participant.  ( May 11th, June 15th)

For more information and to register, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

Apr
28
Wed
2021
Lifelong Learning: Internet 101
Apr 28 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Facilitator: Meghan Radden, Programme Coordinator

The internet. It’s everywhere but what really is it? Who owns it? Who created it? Through a combination of videos from experts, I’ll this activity will give you a better idea of what you are using when you are online and how we are connected.  Topics to discuss: cloud computing and net neutrality. This will be a great way to get started in being more web-savvy and safer online.

Registration is required to receive the call information. No dues are required.

Apr
29
Thu
2021
Virtual Visits with VEQ: Themed Thursdays
Apr 29 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

If you are in the 50+ community, come join us for virtual visits!

VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets ( internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library.

Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events ( trivia, museum visits etc) * programming subject to change* Most visits are held on Google Duo, which is android and apple compatible.

Thursday April 22nd:  Ask us your tech questions! Tuesday’s workshop left you with more questions? Let’s get together and discover our tablets!

Thursday April 29th: Trivia , winners prize, Bragging rights!

Thursday May 6th: Self care during a pandemic, share about ways you are getting through this pandemic and join us for an at- home all-level workout!

Thursday May 13th: Virtual visit! We can’t physically travel, but join us for a virtual museum visit!

 

To borrow a tablet from our Lending Library, and to register for our activities, contact Catherine Baboudjian or Maria Hoyt at 418-683-2366 x 224.  Once registered, you will receive the link for our Google Duo meeting.

Apr
30
Fri
2021
Meet the Centre R.I.R.E. and their services
Apr 30 @ 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Centre R.I.R.E. offers a lot of services to newcomers, and in several languages, including English.

May
1
Sat
2021
Newcomers’ Spring Scavenger Hunt
May 1 @ 12:00 AM – May 19 @ 11:59 PM

Do you walk to or from work every day? Are you planning to picnic soon? Or you simply enjoy going for leisurely strolls? Keep your eyes wide open and your camera handy because you could be the lucky winner of $100 in prizes!

How to participate:

  1. Send an email to María Castro (newcomers@veq.ca) to get the list of items to be found.
  2. Next time you go walk your dog, get your groceries or when you go get your mail for example make sure you pay close attention to your surroundings, you may find the answer to the clues right in front of you!
  3. Take a photo of yourself with each item and send photos to newcomers@veq.ca to enter your name (and last name) in the raffle. You only need to find 3 items from the list to be considered for the prize.
  4. You have until May 19th to participate. The raffle will be on May 21st at noon.

 

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact María Castro: newcomers@veq.ca or by phone (418) 683-2366 ext. 225. She will be more than happy to assist you.

Important: Québec is still under alert due to the number of COVID-19 cases, please make sure to observe the authorities’ measures when applicable. 

May
3
Mon
2021
Local Vocals Singing Ensemble
May 3 @ 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Do you enjoy singing? Would you like to learn new songs? Join Choir Director, Katharina Urbschat, on Zoom, and be part of the Local Vocals Singing Ensemble.
You will sing primarily in English but don’t be surprised if Katharina has you learning songs in German, Latin and French!

May
4
Tue
2021
Virtual Visits with VEQ- Tech Talk Tuesdays
May 4 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Virtual Visits with VEQ- Tech Talk Tuesdays @ Virtual meeting on Google Duo

VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets ( internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library.

Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events ( trivia, museum visits etc)

Week 1: Device Basics ( April 20th, May 25th)

Week 2: Device Settings ( April 27th, June 1st)

Week 3: Email ( May 4th, June 8th)

Week 4: Using Zoom and Google Duo as a participant.  ( May 11th, June 15th)

For more information and to register, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

May
6
Thu
2021
Coffee Talk with Lifelong Learning
May 6 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Coffee Talk with Lifelong Learning

Date jeu., 6 mai, 10:00am – 11:30am
DescriptionThis event is open to all adults age of 50+ in the Quebec City area.

It’s been a while since we have had a session to chat and check in. Join me and your fellow LLL members on May 6th between 10 am and 11:30 for a little virtual get-together. Pop on to the call whenever you have a moment to say “hi”.

We only have a few more weeks of LLL so let’s make the most of it and reconnect before the summer.

Registration for this event is required. Click HERE to register. This event is free. No dues are required.

 

Do you have a question, concern or having difficulty registering? Email Meghan at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org

Virtual Visits with VEQ: Themed Thursdays
May 6 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

If you are in the 50+ community, come join us for virtual visits!

VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets ( internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library.

Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events ( trivia, museum visits etc) * programming subject to change* Most visits are held on Google Duo, which is android and apple compatible.

Thursday April 22nd:  Ask us your tech questions! Tuesday’s workshop left you with more questions? Let’s get together and discover our tablets!

Thursday April 29th: Trivia , winners prize, Bragging rights!

Thursday May 6th: Self care during a pandemic, share about ways you are getting through this pandemic and join us for an at- home all-level workout!

Thursday May 13th: Virtual visit! We can’t physically travel, but join us for a virtual museum visit!

 

To borrow a tablet from our Lending Library, and to register for our activities, contact Catherine Baboudjian or Maria Hoyt at 418-683-2366 x 224.  Once registered, you will receive the link for our Google Duo meeting.

May
10
Mon
2021
Local Vocals Singing Ensemble
May 10 @ 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Do you enjoy singing? Would you like to learn new songs? Join Choir Director, Katharina Urbschat, on Zoom, and be part of the Local Vocals Singing Ensemble.
You will sing primarily in English but don’t be surprised if Katharina has you learning songs in German, Latin and French!

May
11
Tue
2021
Virtual Visits with VEQ- Tech Talk Tuesdays
May 11 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Virtual Visits with VEQ- Tech Talk Tuesdays @ Virtual meeting on Google Duo

VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets ( internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library.

Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events ( trivia, museum visits etc)

Week 1: Device Basics ( April 20th, May 25th)

Week 2: Device Settings ( April 27th, June 1st)

Week 3: Email ( May 4th, June 8th)

Week 4: Using Zoom and Google Duo as a participant.  ( May 11th, June 15th)

For more information and to register, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

May
12
Wed
2021
How to Stay Safe Online
May 12 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

How to stay safe online

Date mer., 12 mai, 10am – 12pm
DescriptionFacilitator: Meghan Radden, Programme Coordinator

This event is open to all adults age of 50+ in the Quebec City area.

In honour of World Password Day on May 8th, this presentation will offer guidance on how to stay safe while banking, shopping,and browsing the web. We will also discuss common email and social media scams and what to do protect yourself.

Registration for this event is required. Click HERE to register. This event is free. No dues are required.

Do you have a question, concern or having difficulty registering? Email Meghan at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org

May
13
Thu
2021
Virtual Visits with VEQ – Themed Thursdays
May 13 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

If you are in the 50+ community, come join us for virtual visits!

VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library.

Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talks, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, museum visits etc) *programming subject to change* Most visits are held on Google Duo, which is android and apple compatible.

Thursday April 22nd:  Ask us your tech questions! Tuesday’s workshop left you with more questions? Let’s get together and discover our tablets!

Thursday April 29th: Trivia , winners prize, Bragging rights!

Thursday May 6th: Self care during a pandemic, share about ways you are getting through this pandemic and join us for an at- home all-level workout!

Thursday May 13th: Virtual visit! We can’t physically travel, but join us for a virtual museum visit!

 

To borrow a tablet from our Lending Library, and to register for our activities, contact Catherine Baboudjian or Maria Hoyt at 418-683-2366 x 224.  Once registered, you will receive the link for our Google Duo meeting.

May
17
Mon
2021
Local Vocals Singing Ensemble
May 17 @ 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Do you enjoy singing? Would you like to learn new songs? Join Choir Director, Katharina Urbschat, on Zoom, and be part of the Local Vocals Singing Ensemble.
You will sing primarily in English but don’t be surprised if Katharina has you learning songs in German, Latin and French!

May
19
Wed
2021
Easy 3 Ingredient Summer Salads
May 19 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

This event is open to all adults age of 50+ in the Quebec City area.

Summer is around the corner and that means hot days are ahead. Join fellow Lifelong Learning member, Mamie, as she shows us how to make easy summer salads using only three ingredients. Perfect suggestions for a hot Summer day as a healthy lunch or a side salad with your supper.

Registration for this event is required. Click HERE to register. This event is free. No dues are required.

Do you have a question, concern or having difficulty registering? Email Meghan at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org

May
22
Sat
2021
Yoga Dance at Bois de Coulonge
May 22 @ 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM

May 22nd CANCELLED!

 

*** Reservation is REQUIRED***

Only 8 people are allowed to participate, per the authority’s guidelines.

Newcomers,
We are resuming in-person events! Hooray!!
Did you recently move to the Greater Québec City region and have been having difficulties meeting other people?
How about making the most of the beauty of Québec City’s parks by enjoying a yoga dance session? All you need is comfortable clothes, a towel or yoga mat, your smile, and most importantly, sign up! A Yoga dance session allies accessible yoga poses and intuitive dancing. Be ready to breathe, stretch, dance, meditate, and above all to have fun.
The events are FREE and open to all who recently moved to the Greater Québec City region.

Contact María Castro if you have any questions or to register: newcomers@veq.ca / (418) 683-2366 ext. 225.

 

May
25
Tue
2021
Virtual Visits with VEQ- Tech Talk Tuesdays
May 25 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Virtual Visits with VEQ- Tech Talk Tuesdays @ Virtual meeting on Google Duo

VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library.

Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, museum visits etc)

May 25th: Device Basics

June 1st: Device Settings

June 8th: Email

June 15th: Using Zoom and Google Duo as a participant.

For more information and to register, contact Catherine or Maria at 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

May
27
Thu
2021
Virtual Visits with VEQ – Themed Thursdays
May 27 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

If you are in the 50+ community, come join us for virtual visits!

VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library.

Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talks, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, museum visits etc) *programming subject to change* Most visits are held on Google Duo, which is android and apple compatible.

Thursday May 27th:  Ask us your tech questions! Tuesday’s workshop left you with more questions? Let’s get together and discover our tablets!

Thursday June 3rd: Trivia , winners prize, Bragging rights!

Thursday June 10th: Self care during a pandemic, share about ways you are getting through this pandemic and join us for an at- home all-level workout!

Thursday June 17th: Virtual visit! We can’t physically travel, but join us for a virtual museum visit!

 

To borrow a tablet from our Lending Library, and to register for our activities, contact Catherine Baboudjian or Maria Hoyt at 418-683-2366 x 224.  Once registered, you will receive the link for our Google Duo meeting.

From “Grab-and-Go” to Amateur Sommelier
May 27 @ 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Ever peruse the aisles of the SAQ looking to try something new but end up buying the same wine you always buy? Have you ever wished you could express your wine tastes better to help you choose? At this activity, we will watch a series of video lectures to learn how to trust and communicate our own taste and aroma preferences. Our professor will guide us through the technical jargon of wineselection to get us on the path to sounding like expert sommeliers.

We can’t venture out to the Ile d’Orleans this year for a proper wine tasting but perhaps a virtual course will help us prep for future excursions.

Registration for this event is required. Click HERE to register. This event is free. No dues are required.

Do you have a question, concern or having difficulty registering? Email Meghan at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org

May
29
Sat
2021
Yoga Dance at Domaine de Maizerets
May 29 @ 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM

*** Reservation is REQUIRED***

Only 8 people are allowed to participate, per the authority’s guidelines.

Newcomers,
We are resuming in-person events! Hooray!!
Did you recently move to the Greater Québec City region and have been having difficulties meeting other people?
How about making the most of the beauty of Québec City’s parks by enjoying a yoga dance session? All you need is comfortable clothes, a towel or yoga mat, your smile, and most importantly, sign up! A Yoga dance session allies accessible yoga poses and intuitive dancing. Be ready to breathe, stretch, dance, meditate, and above all to have fun.
The events are FREE and open to all who recently moved to the Greater Québec City region.

Contact María Castro if you have any questions or to register: newcomers@veq.ca / (418) 683-2366 ext. 225.

May
31
Mon
2021
Local Vocals Singing Ensemble
May 31 @ 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Do you enjoy singing? Would you like to learn new songs? Join Choir Director, Katharina Urbschat, on Zoom, and be part of the Local Vocals Singing Ensemble.
You will sing primarily in English but don’t be surprised if Katharina has you learning songs in German, Latin and French!

Jun
1
Tue
2021
Virtual Visits with VEQ- Tech Talk Tuesdays
Jun 1 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Virtual Visits with VEQ- Tech Talk Tuesdays @ Virtual meeting on Google Duo

VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library.

Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, museum visits etc)

May 25th: Recap of Previous sessions (device settings, google duo/zoom, email) & questions

June 1st: eBooks and online library access

June 8th: Podcasts and Audiobooks

June 15th: Photos! Camera, editing, sharing

For more information and to register, contact Catherine or Maria at 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

Jun
3
Thu
2021
Virtual Visits with VEQ – Themed Thursdays
Jun 3 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

If you are in the 50+ community, come join us for virtual visits!

VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library.

Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talks, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, museum visits etc) *programming subject to change* Most visits are held on Google Duo, which is android and apple compatible.

Thursday May 27th:  Ask us your tech questions! Tuesday’s workshop left you with more questions? Let’s get together and discover our tablets!

Thursday June 3rd: Trivia , winners prize, Bragging rights!

Thursday June 10th: Self care during a pandemic, share about ways you are getting through this pandemic and join us for an at- home all-level workout!

Thursday June 17th: Virtual visit! We can’t physically travel, but join us for a virtual museum visit!

 

To borrow a tablet from our Lending Library, and to register for our activities, contact Catherine Baboudjian or Maria Hoyt at 418-683-2366 x 224.  Once registered, you will receive the link for our Google Duo meeting.

Jun
5
Sat
2021
Yoga Dance at Bois de Coulonge
Jun 5 @ 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM

May 22nd CANCELLED!

 

*** Reservation is REQUIRED***

Only 8 people are allowed to participate, per the authority’s guidelines.

Newcomers,
We are resuming in-person events! Hooray!!
Did you recently move to the Greater Québec City region and have been having difficulties meeting other people?
How about making the most of the beauty of Québec City’s parks by enjoying a yoga dance session? All you need is comfortable clothes, a towel or yoga mat, your smile, and most importantly, sign up! A Yoga dance session allies accessible yoga poses and intuitive dancing. Be ready to breathe, stretch, dance, meditate, and above all to have fun.
The events are FREE and open to all who recently moved to the Greater Québec City region.

Contact María Castro if you have any questions or to register: newcomers@veq.ca / (418) 683-2366 ext. 225.

 

Jun
7
Mon
2021
Local Vocals Singing Ensemble
Jun 7 @ 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Do you enjoy singing? Would you like to learn new songs? Join Choir Director, Katharina Urbschat, on Zoom, and be part of the Local Vocals Singing Ensemble.
You will sing primarily in English but don’t be surprised if Katharina has you learning songs in German, Latin and French!

Jun
8
Tue
2021
Virtual Visits with VEQ- Tech Talk Tuesdays
Jun 8 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Virtual Visits with VEQ- Tech Talk Tuesdays @ Virtual meeting on Google Duo

VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library.

Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, museum visits etc)

May 25th: Recap of Previous sessions (device settings, google duo/zoom, email) & questions

June 1st: eBooks and online library access

June 8th: Podcasts and Audiobooks

June 15th: Photos! Camera, editing, sharing

For more information and to register, contact Catherine or Maria at 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

Jun
10
Thu
2021
Virtual Visits with VEQ – Themed Thursdays
Jun 10 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

If you are in the 50+ community, come join us for virtual visits!

VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library.

Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talks, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, museum visits etc) *programming subject to change* Most visits are held on Google Duo, which is android and apple compatible.

Thursday May 27th:  Ask us your tech questions! Tuesday’s workshop left you with more questions? Let’s get together and discover our tablets!

Thursday June 3rd: Trivia , winners prize, Bragging rights!

Thursday June 10th: Self care during a pandemic, share about ways you are getting through this pandemic and join us for an at- home all-level workout!

Thursday June 17th: Virtual visit! We can’t physically travel, but join us for a virtual museum visit!

 

To borrow a tablet from our Lending Library, and to register for our activities, contact Catherine Baboudjian or Maria Hoyt at 418-683-2366 x 224.  Once registered, you will receive the link for our Google Duo meeting.

End of Year Virtual Get Together and Game Day
Jun 10 @ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

This event is open to all adults age of 50+ in the Quebec City area.

It’s our last Lifelong Learning activity before summer. We can’t have a happy hour this year in person, but we can certainly get together virtually for a fun social event that gets our little grey cells working. Join me for a day of fun games and trivia, while we say goodbye for now and share our summer plans.

Registration for this event is required. Click HERE to register.This event is free. No dues are required.

Do you have a question, concern or having difficulty registering? Email Meghan at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org

Jun
12
Sat
2021
Yoga Dance at Domaine de Maizerets
Jun 12 @ 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM

*** Reservation is REQUIRED***

Only 8 people are allowed to participate, per the authority’s guidelines.

Newcomers,
We are resuming in-person events! Hooray!!
Did you recently move to the Greater Québec City region and have been having difficulties meeting other people?
How about making the most of the beauty of Québec City’s parks by enjoying a yoga dance session? All you need is comfortable clothes, a towel or yoga mat, your smile, and most importantly, sign up! A Yoga dance session allies accessible yoga poses and intuitive dancing. Be ready to breathe, stretch, dance, meditate, and above all to have fun.
The events are FREE and open to all who recently moved to the Greater Québec City region.

Contact María Castro if you have any questions or to register: newcomers@veq.ca / (418) 683-2366 ext. 225.

Jun
14
Mon
2021
Out and About
Jun 14 @ 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM

Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!

Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.

To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca 

Local Vocals Singing Ensemble
Jun 14 @ 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Do you enjoy singing? Would you like to learn new songs? Join Choir Director, Katharina Urbschat, on Zoom, and be part of the Local Vocals Singing Ensemble.
You will sing primarily in English but don’t be surprised if Katharina has you learning songs in German, Latin and French!

Jun
15
Tue
2021
Virtual Visits with VEQ- Tech Talk Tuesdays
Jun 15 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Virtual Visits with VEQ- Tech Talk Tuesdays @ Virtual meeting on Google Duo

VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library.

Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, museum visits etc)

May 25th: Recap of Previous sessions (device settings, google duo/zoom, email) & questions

June 1st: eBooks and online library access

June 8th: Podcasts and Audiobooks

June 15th: Photos! Camera, editing, sharing

For more information and to register, contact Catherine or Maria at 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

Jun
16
Wed
2021
Out and About
Jun 16 @ 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM

Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!

Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.

To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca 

Jun
17
Thu
2021
Virtual Visits with VEQ – Themed Thursdays
Jun 17 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

If you are in the 50+ community, come join us for virtual visits!

VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library.

Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talks, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, museum visits etc) *programming subject to change* Most visits are held on Google Duo, which is android and apple compatible.

Thursday May 27th:  Ask us your tech questions! Tuesday’s workshop left you with more questions? Let’s get together and discover our tablets!

Thursday June 3rd: Trivia , winners prize, Bragging rights!

Thursday June 10th: Self care during a pandemic, share about ways you are getting through this pandemic and join us for an at- home all-level workout!

Thursday June 17th: Virtual visit! We can’t physically travel, but join us for a virtual museum visit!

 

To borrow a tablet from our Lending Library, and to register for our activities, contact Catherine Baboudjian or Maria Hoyt at 418-683-2366 x 224.  Once registered, you will receive the link for our Google Duo meeting.

Jun
19
Sat
2021
Yoga Dance at Bois de Coulonge
Jun 19 @ 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM

May 22nd CANCELLED!

 

*** Reservation is REQUIRED***

Only 8 people are allowed to participate, per the authority’s guidelines.

Newcomers,
We are resuming in-person events! Hooray!!
Did you recently move to the Greater Québec City region and have been having difficulties meeting other people?
How about making the most of the beauty of Québec City’s parks by enjoying a yoga dance session? All you need is comfortable clothes, a towel or yoga mat, your smile, and most importantly, sign up! A Yoga dance session allies accessible yoga poses and intuitive dancing. Be ready to breathe, stretch, dance, meditate, and above all to have fun.
The events are FREE and open to all who recently moved to the Greater Québec City region.

Contact María Castro if you have any questions or to register: newcomers@veq.ca / (418) 683-2366 ext. 225.

 

Jun
21
Mon
2021
Out and About-
Jun 21 @ 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!

Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.

To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca 

Local Vocals Singing Ensemble
Jun 21 @ 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Do you enjoy singing? Would you like to learn new songs? Join Choir Director, Katharina Urbschat, on Zoom, and be part of the Local Vocals Singing Ensemble.
You will sing primarily in English but don’t be surprised if Katharina has you learning songs in German, Latin and French!

Jun
28
Mon
2021
Out and About – Chocolats Favoris
Jun 28 @ 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM

Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!

Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.

To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca 

Jun
29
Tue
2021
Virtual Visits with VEQ – Tech Talk Tuesdays
Jun 29 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library. Subjects range from device settings, email use, taking/sharing photos, etc.

Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, museum visits etc)

For this 4 week series we will get back to basics .*** topics subject to change, please contact us for up to date information.

June 29: Device basics and settings

July 6: Email

July 13: Using zoom

July 20th: Q and A, review and perfect what we’ve learned!

For more information and to register, contact Catherine (catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca) or Maria (maria.hoyt@veq.ca) or call 418-683-2366 x 224

Jun
30
Wed
2021
Shopping at Place Laurier- Northern Perimeter edition
Jun 30 @ 10:30 AM – 1:30 AM

Voice of English Speaking Quebec is inviting all people 50+ living in the northern perimeter of Quebec City ( ex: Shannon, Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier) to hop on the bus and join us on a shopping trip to Place Laurier.

Places are limited, for more information, or to reserve your spot, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

Out and About – Chocolats Favoris
Jun 30 @ 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM

Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!

Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.

To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca 

Jul
1
Thu
2021
Themed Thursdays: Virtual Visits with VEQ
Jul 1 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Borrow a tablet from VEQ, keep in touch with other community members and join us for a variety of social activities every Thursday morning, themes vary from Trivia, to virtual museum visits, to home exercise.

This week’s activity: Ice breakers

For a detailed schedule or to sign up, contact Catherine or Maria at 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjan@veq.ca.

Jul
5
Mon
2021
Out and About – Musée de la Civilization
Jul 5 @ 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!

Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.

To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca 

Jul
6
Tue
2021
Virtual Visits with VEQ – Tech Talk Tuesdays
Jul 6 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library. Subjects range from device settings, email use, taking/sharing photos, etc.

Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, museum visits etc)

For this 4 week series we will get back to basics .*** topics subject to change, please contact us for up to date information.

June 29: Device basics and settings

July 6: Email

July 13: Using zoom

July 20th: Q and A, review and perfect what we’ve learned!

For more information and to register, contact Catherine (catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca) or Maria (maria.hoyt@veq.ca) or call 418-683-2366 x 224

Jul
7
Wed
2021
Concert and Old Quebec
Jul 7 @ 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Voice of English Speaking Quebec invites people living in the ” Northern Perimeter” ( Shannon, Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier, Stoneham-Twekesbury ) to hop on the bus and join us as we venture in to Old Quebec for some sight seeing and a free concert, offered by Chalmers-Wesley United.  Strap on your walking shoes, tour the neighborhood and then enjoy music by Samuel Croteau ( piano) and Antoine Trépanier ( flute and bassoon).

For more information or to reserve your spot on the bus contact Catherine Baboudjian, 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

Out and About – Musée de la Civilization
Jul 7 @ 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!

Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.

To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca 

Jul
8
Thu
2021
Themed Thursdays: Virtual Visits with VEQ
Jul 8 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Borrow a tablet from VEQ, keep in touch with other community members and join us for a variety of social activities every Thursday morning, themes vary from Trivia, to virtual museum visits, to home exercise.

This week, an easy home workout you can do to keep you feeling strong!

For a detailed schedule, and to sign up, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

Jul
12
Mon
2021
Out and About – Shopping at Fleur de Lys
Jul 12 @ 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!

Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.

To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca 

Jul
13
Tue
2021
Virtual Visits with VEQ – Tech Talk Tuesdays
Jul 13 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library. Subjects range from device settings, email use, taking/sharing photos, etc.

Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, museum visits etc)

For this 4 week series we will get back to basics .*** topics subject to change, please contact us for up to date information.

June 29: Device basics and settings

July 6: Email

July 13: Using zoom

July 20th: Q and A, review and perfect what we’ve learned!

For more information and to register, contact Catherine (catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca) or Maria (maria.hoyt@veq.ca) or call 418-683-2366 x 224

Jul
14
Wed
2021
Out and About-( Northern Perimeter) Ben and Florentine
Jul 14 @ 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Voice of English Speaking Quebec invites anybody 50+ to hop on the bus and join us for brunch at Ben et Florentine in Val-Belair.

Bus pick-up will be at the Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier and Shannon community centres.

To reserve your spot, or for more information, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca.

Out and About – Shopping at Les Galeries de la Capitale
Jul 14 @ 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!

Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.

To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca 

Jul
15
Thu
2021
Themed Thursdays: Virtual Visits with VEQ
Jul 15 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Borrow a tablet from VEQ, keep in touch with other community members and join us for a variety of social activities every Thursday morning, themes vary from Trivia, to virtual museum visits, to home exercise.

This week, an easy home workout you can do to keep you feeling strong!

For a detailed schedule, and to sign up, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

Jul
16
Fri
2021
Museum of civilization ( Northern Perimeter)
Jul 16 @ 9:15 AM – 2:00 PM

Voice of English Speaking Quebec invites adults ages 50+ to hop on the bus and explore the Maya exhibit at the museum of civilization. There is no cost to admission.

Pick ups are at the Shannon and Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier community centres.

For more information or to reserve your spot on the bus, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

Jul
17
Sat
2021
Newcomers’ Walking Tour around Old Québec
Jul 17 @ 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

New to Quebec and eager to discover this beautiful city? We’ve got you covered!

Sign up for a FREE walking tour around Old Quebec. All you need is a bottle of water, your walking shoes, your mask, 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!

***Due to the great success last year, we have added an additional date this year, so more newcomers can enjoy this awesome experience!***

Space is LIMITED, so reservation is required.

Contact Newcomers Coordinator via phone (418) 683-2366 ext. 225 or by email at newcomers@veq.ca

Tour #1 From 9:30 to 11:30 AM
Tour #2 From 1:00 to 3:00 PM

 

Newcomers’ Walking Tour around Old Québec
Jul 17 @ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

New to Quebec and eager to discover this beautiful city? We’ve got you covered!

Sign up for a FREE walking tour around Old Quebec. All you need is a bottle of water, your walking shoes, your mask, 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!

***Due to the great success last year, we have added an additional date this year, so more newcomers can enjoy this awesome experience!***

Space is LIMITED, so reservation is required.

Contact Newcomers Coordinator via phone (418) 683-2366 ext. 225 or by email at newcomers@veq.ca

Tour #1 From 9:30 to 11:30 AM
Tour #2 From 1:00 to 3:00 PM

 

Jul
19
Mon
2021
Out and About – Ferry to Quai Paquet (Lévis)
Jul 19 @ 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!

Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.

To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca 

Jul
20
Tue
2021
Virtual Visits with VEQ – Tech Talk Tuesdays
Jul 20 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library. Subjects range from device settings, email use, taking/sharing photos, etc.

Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, museum visits etc)

For this 4 week series we will get back to basics .*** topics subject to change, please contact us for up to date information.

June 29: Device basics and settings

July 6: Email

July 13: Using zoom

July 20th: Q and A, review and perfect what we’ve learned!

For more information and to register, contact Catherine (catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca) or Maria (maria.hoyt@veq.ca) or call 418-683-2366 x 224

Jul
21
Wed
2021
Out and About ( Northern Perimeter)- Marché Sainte-Foy
Jul 21 @ 9:45 AM – 12:30 PM

Voice of English Speaking Quebec invites members of the English-Speaking community aged 50+ to hop on the bus.

This week, get your shopping bags handy as we go to the Marché Sainte-Foy and stock up on fresh produce!

Pick up at the Shannon and Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier community centres.

To reserve your places on the bus contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

Out and About – Ferry to Quai Paquet (Lévis)
Jul 21 @ 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!

Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.

To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca 

Jul
22
Thu
2021
Themed Thursdays: Virtual Visits with VEQ
Jul 22 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Borrow a tablet from VEQ, keep in touch with other community members and join us for a variety of social activities every Thursday morning, themes vary from Trivia, to virtual museum visits, to home exercise.

This week, an easy home workout you can do to keep you feeling strong!

For a detailed schedule, and to sign up, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

Jul
31
Sat
2021
A day trip for newcomers to the Jacques-Cartier National Park
Jul 31 @ 8:30 AM – 3:15 PM

Eager to go for a hike to one of the most beautiful parks in the area? We are providing transportation to the Jacques-Cartier National Park, so if you recently moved to the Greater Québec City region and would like to explore this place while making new friends, you only need to sign up!

The bus will take us to the Discovery & Services Centre, situated on km 10 from the park’s entrance. Each passenger must have purchased his/her day pass in advance. To get your daily pass to the park, click here. Once Maria has confirmed your seat and you have purchased your ticket, please send her the QR code, so the park’s staff can easily scan them all together the morning of the trip at the park’s entrance. If you have difficulties purchasing your ticket, please feel free to communicate with María, she’ll gladly assist you. If you are coming by car to the departing point (1270, chemin Sainte-Foy) you can park your vehicle for free in the parking lot behind the Jeffery Hale Pavilion. I will give you a parking ticket that will waive the fees.

Once there, you can choose the activities you would like to do, like exploring one of the many trails listed below. Please take into consideration the trail’s length and estimated duration*. We will leave the park at 3:15 PM.

Every passenger is expected to follow Public Health’s recommendations regarding the prevention of the coronavirus situation. Please wear a mask at all times during the bus ride.

Trail name: difficulty, length, type of trail (roundtrip or loop), estimated duration* (it all depends on one’s rhythm)

  • L’Aperçu : Easy, 2.2 km (loop), 45-60 min
  • Les Cascades : Easy, 4 km (loop) 1.5 h
  • La Rivière-Sautauriski : Easy, 4,8 km 1.5 h
  • Les Coulées : Intermediate, 10,4 km (loop) 3.5 h
  • Le Draveur Sud: Intermediate,(roundtrip), 14.8 km 5 h
  • L’Escarpement : Hard, 9.2 km (roundtrip), 3.5 h

Please remember to follow safety guidelines when going for a hike, like wearing appropriate clothing and shoes, or notifying someone which trail you will explore. You can take a look at this suggested Day hiking checklist. It is also recommended that you download the trail map, you can do so here or on this website. The application AVENZA Maps also allows you to download them for free.

Other activities:

It is also possible to practice canoeing, kayaking, or fishing at the park. However, reservation might be required and fishing gear is not available for rent,  you would have to bring your own fishing equipment as well as count with the corresponding fishing permits. You are allowed to bring your own inflatable boat, remember though, that it is MANDATORY for all to wear a life jacket when practicing water sports in the river (depending on availability, you may borrow one at the Discovery Centre). The park has several spots where it is possible to picnic or simply relax.

Canoe/boat: Only with reservation by phone (Call Centre):

1-800-665-6527 (toll-free number, Canada and the United States only)
418-704-8217 (if you wish to contact one of our customer service advisors with your cell phone)
00 800 4008 0011 (toll-free number, international)


Other activities for children.

The majority of the activities take place in the morning and are first-come, first-served basis.

Sous les roches géantes is the only activity that requires registration by phone (418) 848-3169 ext. 6.  It is $17 per family, of 2 adults and 3 children maximum.

There are two groups available:

  • From 1:00 PM – 2:15 PM
  • From 2:30 PM – 3:45 PM (remember that the departure from the park is scheduled at 3:15 PM)

***VEQ will provide the transportation for FREE, entrance fees and other activities are NOT covered by VEQ*** 

 

Contact María Castro, Newcomers Coordinator if you wish for more information or visit the park’s website.

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(418) 683-2366 ext. 225  or newcomers@veq.ca

 

Aug
2
Mon
2021
Out and About – Chutes Montmorency
Aug 2 @ 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!

Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.

To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca 

Aug
3
Tue
2021
Virtual Visits with VEQ- Tech Talk Tuesdays
Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library and Computer Centre’s Liz Perrin at the Connect Project to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library. Subjects range from device settings, email use, taking/sharing photos, security, etc. You are also welcome to join with your own device, but keep in mind these sessions are geared towards android devices.

Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, games, museum visits, recipe shares, etc.)

For more information and to register, contact Catherine (catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca) 418-683-2366 x 228

Aug
4
Wed
2021
Out and About ( Northern Perimeter)- Concert at Chalmers-Wesley
Aug 4 @ 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Voice of English Speaking Quebec invites members of the English-Speaking Community aged 50+ to hop on the bus as we go into Old Quebec to enjoy a concert at Chalmers-Wesley United. This week, Crépuscule ( traditional Scottish music).

Pick up in Shannon and Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier

For more information or to reserve your seat, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

Out and About – Concert at Chalmers-Wesley Church
Aug 4 @ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!

Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.

To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca 

Aug
5
Thu
2021
Virtual Visits with VEQ- Themed Thursdays
Aug 5 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Borrow a tablet from VEQ for free, keep in touch with other community members, and join us for a variety of social activities every Thursday afternoon from 1-2pm! Themes vary from Trivia, ice breakers, virtual visits, home exercises and more. You are also welcome to join on your own device.

For more information or to sign up, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

Aug
9
Mon
2021
Out and About – Chutes Montmorency
Aug 9 @ 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!

Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.

To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca 

Aug
10
Tue
2021
Virtual Visits with VEQ- Tech Talk Tuesdays
Aug 10 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library and Computer Centre’s Liz Perrin at the Connect Project to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library. Subjects range from device settings, email use, taking/sharing photos, security, etc. You are also welcome to join with your own device, but keep in mind these sessions are geared towards android devices.

Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, games, museum visits, recipe shares, etc.)

For more information and to register, contact Catherine (catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca) 418-683-2366 x 228

Aug
11
Wed
2021
Out and About – Concert at Chalmers-Wesley Church
Aug 11 @ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!

Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.

To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca 

Out and About ( Northern Perimeter)- Fossambault sur le Lac Chapel and Ice cream
Aug 11 @ 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Voice of English Speaking Quebec invites people aged 50+ to hop on the bus as we discover the historic chapel in Fossambault-sur-le-Lac , and then enjoy some ice cream ( or gelato).

Pick up at the Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier and Shannon community centres.

For more information or to reserve your spots, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366x 224 or cathrine.baboudjian@veq.ca

Aug
12
Thu
2021
Out and About ( Northern Perimeter) Aquarium
Aug 12 @ 12:00 PM – 4:15 PM

Voice of Quebec invites people aged 50+ to hop on the bus as we go Out and About to the Quebec City Aquarium.

Bus pick up from St-Gabriel-de-Valcartier and Shannon community centres ( 12:00 and 12:20 respectively).

For more information or to reserve you spot, contact Catherine baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

Virtual Visits with VEQ- Themed Thursdays
Aug 12 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Borrow a tablet from VEQ for free, keep in touch with other community members, and join us for a variety of social activities every Thursday afternoon from 1-2pm! Themes vary from Trivia, ice breakers, virtual visits, home exercises and more. You are also welcome to join on your own device.

For more information or to sign up, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

Aug
17
Tue
2021
Virtual Visits with VEQ- Tech Talk Tuesdays
Aug 17 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library and Computer Centre’s Liz Perrin at the Connect Project to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library. Subjects range from device settings, email use, taking/sharing photos, security, etc. You are also welcome to join with your own device, but keep in mind these sessions are geared towards android devices.

Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, games, museum visits, recipe shares, etc.)

For more information and to register, contact Catherine (catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca) 418-683-2366 x 228

Aug
18
Wed
2021
Out and About ( Northern Perimeter)- Aquarium
Aug 18 @ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Voice of English Speaking Quebec invites anyone aged 50+ to hop on the bus and head out to the Aquarium! Get your walking shoes on, bring a lunch and 22$ cash to pay for the entry fee.

To reserve your spot on the bus, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418 683 2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

Out and About – Aquarium of Quebec
Aug 18 @ 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM

Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!

Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.

To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca 

Aug
19
Thu
2021
Virtual Visits with VEQ- Themed Thursdays
Aug 19 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Borrow a tablet from VEQ for free, keep in touch with other community members, and join us for a variety of social activities every Thursday afternoon from 1-2pm! Themes vary from Trivia, ice breakers, virtual visits, home exercises and more. You are also welcome to join on your own device.

For more information or to sign up, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

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