Upcoming Events and Activities

Jun
22
Thu
2023
Out and About: Cap Rouge Marina & Lunch at Quai 1635
Jun 22 @ 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM

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

This week join us for a beautiful visit to the Cap Rouge Marina and a delicious lunch at Restaurant Quai 1635.

To register or offer suggestions, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 221, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca 

EPIQ Informal Chat Session: Getting Through It Together
Jun 22 @ 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Join our EPIQ hosts for an Informal Chat Session: Getting Through It Together. 

Getting Through It Together wishes to create a familiar place to allow parents to be heard, feel connected and maybe have a laugh. If you choose, come share what is going on in your life and be a listening ear for someone.  This is a weekly online get-together event.

See you then!

Get your own ZOOM registration link here.

For more details, please contact Jessica Price at jprice@jhpartners.net


EPIQ (English-speaking Parents in Quebec) events are organized by volunteer parents with support from the community Wellness Centre.

Some activities are just for parents (who doesn’t love a night out without the kids!) and other events are for the whole family.

Please check out the Family Matters e-newsletter or visit our EPIQ information page for more details.

Jun
27
Tue
2023
Game Night for Newcomers
Jun 27 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

We understand how stressful the past years have been, which is why we’d like to continue providing you with opportunities to let it all out in a fun, amicable, relaxed environment, and what better way than by playing board games, or card games, and sharing with new friends? One of the things we missed the most was the spontaneity and no one feels like registering anymore, we get it! However, since we will be providing refreshments (juice, coffee, tea, hot cocoa) and snacks, we’d like to have an idea of how many people to expect so we can plan accordingly. Having said this, please take a minute to register here!  😎

 

If you don’t register, feel free to come nonetheless!

 

We have more than two dozens of new games for you to explore and enjoy, most of them in English (or that can be played in any language) and a good amount in French as well, for the intrepid ones that would like to practice their French skills. Take a look at them below. 👇

 

 

Come socialise with other newcomers while playing games in English and in French.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m.!

Register here!

 

We encourage you to register so we can prepare accordingly.

Jun
28
Wed
2023
Musical Wednesdays at Chalmers-Wesley
Jun 28 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Jun 28 @ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
VEQ AGM 2023
Jun 28 @ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Join us on Wednesday, June 28, 2023 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for our Annual General Meeting.

Connect with old friends, and meet new ones, as you get to know more about VEQ’s successes this past year, and plans for the year ahead! Appetizers and refreshments will be served, and parking is free.

Please RSVP by June 21 to Maria Hoyt:

E: info@veq.ca

T: (418) 683-2366 ext. 221

We cannot wait to see you there!

Jun
29
Thu
2023
Northern Perimeter – Community Cooking Workshop
Jun 29 @ 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM

Join VEQ, in partnership with the Municipality of Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier for a unique cooking workshop that will have us collectively make several meals that can be frozen, as well as a communal lunch together.  A facilitator will guide the group through several recipes in the Community Center kitchens.  Participants will all bring a part of the ingredient list or other supplies.

Space is limited and Registration is required.  For more information or to register you can contact Jeanne Nivischiuk at catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x 228

Out and About: Cap Rouge Marina & Lunch at Quai 1635
Jun 29 @ 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM

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

This week join us for a beautiful visit to the Cap Rouge Marina and a delicious lunch at Restaurant Quai 1635.

To register or offer suggestions, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 221, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca 

Jul
4
Tue
2023
Out & About Tea-time and Tour at the Morrin Centre
Jul 4 @ 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM

Join this Out & About activity for people over the age of 50 as we enjoy tea (and assorted sandwiches/desserts) in the historic Morrin Centre Library before taking the Discovery Tour of this historic building.  Cost of the visit will be $20/per person and includes both the tea and tour costs.  Please contact Maria Hoyt at maria.hoyt@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x221 to reserve your place.

Pétanque for Newcomers
Jul 4 @ 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Pétanque is a popular sport among locals, to the point that many public parks have fields open to the public. Many families enjoy practicing it and passing down the love for it at every get-together! As newcomers, an important part of our integration is the sense of belonging, and understanding the local traditions, which is why we plan activities like this, to help you better understand and embrace your new environment. With the collaboration of Pétanque – Parc St Paul-Apôtre, we hope you enjoy this new sport!

 

Jul
5
Wed
2023
Out & About – Musical Wednesdays concert series
Jul 5 @ 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM

Out & About invites 50+ers of the English-speaking community to hop on a bus and enjoy Baroque guitar performed by David Jacques and Irish flute performed by Lawrence O’Hearn at the historic Chalmers-Wesley United Church.

The concert is free and lasts one hour (noon to 1:00 pm).

For more information, please contact Maria Hoyt.

Musical Wednesdays at Chalmers-Wesley
Jul 5 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Jul
8
Sat
2023
Morrin Centre – Book Quest – Storytime – Preparing for Travel
Jul 8 @ 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

The Morrin Centre Book Quest Storytime, for children ages 3 to 6, will take place every Saturday morning from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., from July 8 to August 26.

Week 1: Preparing for Travel

Book of the day: Usborne First Experiences: Going on a Plane by Anne Civardy.

Kids will prepare to travel and visit countries through books, starting off by reading a book about flying on a plane. To prepare for our weekly trips, today’s activity is to make a passport and binoculars.

 

 

For more information, contact the Book Quest Coordinator, Manuela Flores Denti, at bookquest@morrin.org.

 

Morrin Centre – Book Quest – S.T.E.A.M. Club – Science
Jul 8 @ 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

The Morrin Centre Book Quest S.T.E.A.M. Club, for children ages 7 to 12, will take place every Saturday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., from July 8 to August 26.

Week 1: Science

Lava Lamp Experiment: to understand fluids and solids, the children will create their own lava lamp, followed by writing observations and reflections as real scientists!

 

 

 

 

For more information, contact the Book Quest Coordinator, Manuela Flores Denti, at bookquest@morrin.org.

 

Jul
9
Sun
2023
Chalmers-Wesley Music Concert
Jul 9 @ 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Jul
11
Tue
2023
Out & About Mardi Melody Concert and Lunch
Jul 11 @ 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM

Join this Out & About activity for people over the age of 50 as we enjoy a free hour-long outdoor music concert at the Maison Hamel-Bruneau. This week, enjoy music by AGATHE HERRMANN ET GABRIEL PROVENCHER (TRIO). Visit their website to learn more about these free concerts: https://www.sallealbertrousseau.com/concerts-d-ete-gratuits-2023/

We will visit Phil’s Fish & Chips after for lunch.

Please contact Maria Hoyt at maria.hoyt@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x221 to reserve your place.

Jul
12
Wed
2023
Musical Wednesdays at Chalmers-Wesley
Jul 12 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
OverDrive Virtual Workshop: Getting Started with Libby
Jul 12 @ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Join the OverDrive team for a one-hour “Getting Started with Libby” webinar, and learn Libby with the Experts! This webinar will show you everything you need to know to get started with Libby or to make the switch from the OverDrive app. From downloading the app & signing in, to searching & borrowing titles, placing holds, adjusting reading settings, and more, Libby experts are here to get you started. The session will close with a mini-quiz and live Q&A.

Register HERE.

If you have any questions, please visit our website HERE.

Jul
13
Thu
2023
Out & About Henry Stuart House Tour & Chocolats Favoris
Jul 13 @ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Join this Out & About activity for people over the age of 50 as we enjoy a tour of the historic Henry Stuart House. The tour costs $8, and includes a tea. Following, we will head to Chocolat Favoris for a sweet treat! To learn more about the Henry Stuart House visit the website here: https://actionpatrimoine.ca/maisonhenrystuart/english/

Please contact Maria Hoyt at maria.hoyt@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x221 to reserve your place.

Jul
15
Sat
2023
Morrin Centre – Book Quest – Storytime – South America
Jul 15 @ 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

The Morrin Centre Book Quest Storytime, for children ages 3 to 6, will take place every Saturday morning from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., from July 8 to August 26.

Week 2: South America

Book of the day: Up and Down the Andes: A Peruvian Festival Tale by Laurie Krebs and Aurelia Fronty.

Visiting Peru involves learning about its festivities, indigenous roots, and landscapes. We cannot visit Peru without seeing a Llama so we will make and decorate one!

 

For more information, contact the Book Quest Coordinator, Manuela Flores Denti, at bookquest@morrin.org.

 

Morrin Centre – Book Quest – S.T.E.A.M. Club – Art
Jul 15 @ 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

The Morrin Centre Book Quest S.T.E.A.M. Club, for children ages 7 to 12, will take place every Saturday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., from July 8 to August 26.

 

Week 2: Art

Spinners: the children will craft spinners to understand motion and how the illusion works in a fun way!

 

 

 

 

 

For more information, contact the Book Quest Coordinator, Manuela Flores Denti, at bookquest@morrin.org.

 

Jul
19
Wed
2023
Musical Wednesdays at Chalmers-Wesley
Jul 19 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Jul
20
Thu
2023
Out & About Ferry to Quai Paquet in Lévis & Lunch at Food Trucks
Jul 20 @ 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Join this Out & About activity for people over the age of 50 as we take a beautiful ferry ride to Quai Paquet in Lévis. Enjoy lunch at a food truck Poissonnerie Nemau and dessert at the Chocolats Favoris food truck. Learn more about the Quai Paquet activities here: https://www.ville.levis.qc.ca/loisirs/installations-sportives/quai-paquet/

The cost of the ferry is $7.70 for round-trip tickets.

Please contact Maria Hoyt at maria.hoyt@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x221 to reserve your place.

Jul
22
Sat
2023
Jacques-Cartier Adventure Day for Newcomers!
Jul 22 @ 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

This is a one-time event, so you don’t really want to miss out on it!

 

 

The rabaska activity is NOT suitable for children under 6 years of age.

Since this is going to be the only occasion that we are going to visit this park in the summer, we are also opening 10 spots for those interested in simply catching a ride with us, or if for example in your family you have a child under 6 years old (and cannot participate in the rabaska activity). There is a limited capacity for the rabaska and hike guided tours.

For more information about the Jacques-Cartier National Park*, visit their website. On this link, you can also find more information about the trails and other activities to do while at the park.

 

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • Transportation from our offices (1270, chemin Sainte-Foy) to the park (103 Chem. du Parc-National, Stoneham-et-Tewkesbury, QC G3C 2T5). We will stop at km 10, at the Discovery Centre to pick up the guides and for a quick bathroom break. Then, we will continue driving until we reach km 18, where the rabaska activity will take place.
  • A guided rabaska (type of boat) descent on the Jacques-Cartier river, lasting from 1h to 1h15.
  • A guided hike (l’Aperçu), with a duration of 1 hour.
  • Entrance fees to the park.
  • Life jackets DURING the rabaska activity. If you choose to practice another nautical activity, it is your responsibility to rent one yourself.

NOT INCLUDED

  • Meals and/or snacks. Each participant must plan and bring their own lunches (sandwiches, salads, etc.) as well as their snacks and water.
  • Any other activity at the park (equipment rental, other nautical activities, etc.).
  • Accessories like raincoats, sunblock, hats, etc.

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Please read the information about the rabaska activity here: Description Rabaska au fil de l’eau_groupe

The information is provided by the SÉPAQ in French, but you can copy and paste the text into an online translator tool, for example Google Translate.

 

*In Québec, provincial parks are called national parks.

 

Morrin Centre – Book Quest – S.T.E.A.M. Club – Engineering
Jul 22 @ 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

The Morrin Centre Book Quest S.T.E.A.M. Club, for children ages 7 to 12, will take place every Saturday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., from July 8 to August 26.

Week 3: Engineering

Catapult: Children will use their imagination and build a catapult to throw objects with the provided materials and supplies. The winner will get a prize!

For more information, contact the Book Quest Coordinator, Manuela Flores Denti, at bookquest@morrin.org.

 

Jul
25
Tue
2023
Out & About Henry Stuart House Tour & Chocolats Favoris
Jul 25 @ 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Join this Out & About activity for people over the age of 50 as we enjoy a tour of the historic Henry Stuart House. The tour costs $8, and includes a tea. Following, we will head to Chocolat Favoris for a sweet treat! To learn more about the Henry Stuart House visit the website here: https://actionpatrimoine.ca/maisonhenrystuart/english/

Please contact Maria Hoyt at maria.hoyt@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x221 to reserve your place.

Jul
26
Wed
2023
Musical Wednesdays at Chalmers-Wesley
Jul 26 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Jul
29
Sat
2023
Morrin Centre – Book Quest – S.T.E.A.M. Club – Mathematics
Jul 29 @ 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

The Morrin Centre Book Quest S.T.E.A.M. Club, for children ages 7 to 12, will take place every Saturday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., from July 8 to August 26.

Week 4: Mathematics

Math games competition: children will get into teams and play math games. The team that solves and wins the most challenges will get a prize!

For more information, contact the Book Quest Coordinator, Manuela Flores Denti, at bookquest@morrin.org.

 

Aug
2
Wed
2023
Musical Wednesdays at Chalmers-Wesley
Aug 2 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Aug
5
Sat
2023
Morrin Centre – Book Quest – S.T.E.A.M. Club – Art
Aug 5 @ 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

The Morrin Centre Book Quest S.T.E.A.M. Club, for children ages 7 to 12, will take place every Saturday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., from July 8 to August 26.

Week 5: Art

Fun canva painting: Using Sharpies and alcohol, kids will create funky paintings.

For more information, contact the Book Quest Coordinator, Manuela Flores Denti, at bookquest@morrin.org.

 

Baseball Game for Newcomers
Aug 5 @ 6:15 PM – 9:30 PM
Aug
8
Tue
2023
Out & About – Les Bleuets du vire-crêpes
Aug 8 @ 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Join this Out & About activity for people over the age of 50 as we go blueberry picking at Les Bleuets du Vire-Crêpes in St-Nicholas.  Pick blueberries, enjoy a coffee from the café, or even a refreshing soft-serve ice cream! Learn more about the blueberry farm here: https://www.lesbleuetsduvirecrepes.com/la-bleuetiere

Please contact Maria Hoyt at maria.hoyt@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x221 to reserve your place.

Aug
9
Wed
2023
Musical Wednesdays at Chalmers-Wesley
Aug 9 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Aug
10
Thu
2023
Out & About – Les Bleuets du Vire-crêpes
Aug 10 @ 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Join this Out & About activity for people over the age of 50 as we go blueberry picking at Les Bleuets du Vire-Crêpes in St-Nicholas.  Pick blueberries, enjoy a coffee from the café, or even a refreshing soft-serve ice cream! Learn more about the blueberry farm here: https://www.lesbleuetsduvirecrepes.com/la-bleuetiere

Please contact Maria Hoyt at maria.hoyt@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x221 to reserve your place.

Aug
12
Sat
2023
Morrin Centre – Book Quest – S.T.E.A.M. Club – Technology & Engineering
Aug 12 @ 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

The Morrin Centre Book Quest S.T.E.A.M. Club, for children ages 7 to 12, will take place every Saturday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., from July 8 to August 26.

Week 6: Technology and Engineering

Hydraulic bridge: through building a hydraulic bridge, children will learn about hydraulic energy.

For more information, contact the Book Quest Coordinator, Manuela Flores Denti, at bookquest@morrin.org.

 

Morrin Centre – Book Quest – S.T.E.A.M. Club – Technology and Engineering
Aug 12 @ 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

The Morrin Centre Book Quest S.T.E.A.M. Club, for children ages 7 to 12, will take place every Saturday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., from July 8 to August 26.

Week 6: Technology and Engineering

Hydraulic bridge: through building a hydraulic bridge, children will learn about hydraulic energy.

For more information, contact the Book Quest Coordinator, Manuela Flores Denti, at bookquest@morrin.org.

 

Aug
15
Tue
2023
Picture This – Photo Walks
Aug 15 @ 6:45 PM – 7:45 PM

Enjoy a photo walk in Old Quebec with professional photographer Jacques Gaines. With his advice and comments, you will come back with a memory card full of beautiful pictures! Each activity will start and end in front of the Morrin Centre.

This activity is free, but we request that you confirm your presence at info@morrin.org at least 24h before the start of the event. In case of postponement or cancellation, participants will be alerted by noon on the day of the event.

 

Photo Walks – August 8, 22, and 26, 2023

August 8 – 6:45 p.m. -> Postponed to August 15

August 22 – 6:45 p.m. (in case of rain, postponed to August 25)

August 26 – 2:30 p.m. (in case of rain, cancelled)

 

Participants must come with their own camera. Whether a $100 or $5000 camera, we do not care. Anything goes! It can even be your cellphone, though it should then be a fairly recent phone.

Additionally, please dress for the weather and bring a water bottle if it is very hot.

Aug
16
Wed
2023
OverDrive Virtual Workshop: Getting Started with Libby
Aug 16 @ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Join the OverDrive team for a one-hour “Getting Started with Libby” webinar, and learn Libby with the Experts! This webinar will show you everything you need to know to get started with Libby or to make the switch from the OverDrive app. From downloading the app & signing in, to searching & borrowing titles, placing holds, adjusting reading settings, and more, Libby experts are here to get you started. The session will close with a mini-quiz and live Q&A.

Register HERE.

If you have any questions, please visit our website HERE.

Out & About – Musical Wednesdays at Chalmers-Wesley United Church
Aug 16 @ 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Join this Out & About activity for people over the age of 50 as we enjoy a musical concert at Chalmers-Wesley United Church. Musical Wednesdays lasts until August, 30th. This week, enjoy Sharon MacLeoud & Laura Palladino (sopranos) accompanied by Marc-André Marquis (piano) followed by lunch at a local restaurant. The concert is donation-based, please visit their website to learn more: https://chalmerswesley.org/musical-wednesdays-at-chalmers-wesley-united/

Please contact Maria Hoyt at maria.hoyt@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x221 to reserve your place and for more details about the activity.

Musical Wednesdays at Chalmers-Wesley
Aug 16 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Aug
17
Thu
2023
Out & About – Picnic at Bois-de-Coulonge Park
Aug 17 @ 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM

Join this Out & About activity for people over the age of 50 as we enjoy a nice pic-nic at the beautiful Bois-du-Coulogne park. Bring your lunch, and extras to share if you wish! We will be able to stroll along in this beautiful park as well.

Please contact Maria Hoyt at maria.hoyt@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x221 to reserve your place and for more details about the activity.

Aug
19
Sat
2023
Morrin Centre – Book Quest – S.T.E.A.M. Club – Science
Aug 19 @ 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

The Morrin Centre Book Quest S.T.E.A.M. Club, for children ages 7 to 12, will take place every Saturday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., from July 8 to August 26.

Week 7: Science

Oobleck : with this experiment, the children will learn about particles and what chemists call a mixture of colloid.

For more information, contact the Book Quest Coordinator, Manuela Flores Denti, at bookquest@morrin.org.

 

Aug
22
Tue
2023
Out & About Ferry to Quai Paquet in Lévis & Lunch at Food Trucks
Aug 22 @ 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Join this Out & About activity for people over the age of 50 as we take a beautiful ferry ride to Quai Paquet in Lévis. Enjoy lunch at a food truck La Shop and dessert at the Chocolats Favoris food truck. Learn more about the Quai Paquet activities here: https://www.ville.levis.qc.ca/loisirs/installations-sportives/quai-paquet/

The cost of the ferry is $7.70 for round-trip tickets.

Please contact Maria Hoyt at maria.hoyt@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x221 to reserve your place and for more details.

Picture This – Photo Walks
Aug 22 @ 6:45 PM – 7:45 PM

Enjoy a photo walk in Old Quebec with professional photographer Jacques Gaines. With his advice and comments, you will come back with a memory card full of beautiful pictures! Each activity will start and end in front of the Morrin Centre.

This activity is free, but we request that you confirm your presence at info@morrin.org at least 24h before the start of the event. In case of postponement or cancellation, participants will be alerted by noon on the day of the event.

 

Photo Walks – August 8, 22, and 26, 2023

August 8 – 6:45 p.m. -> Postponed to August 15

August 22 – 6:45 p.m. (in case of rain, postponed to August 25)

August 26 – 2:30 p.m. (in case of rain, cancelled)

 

Participants must come with their own camera. Whether a $100 or $5000 camera, we do not care. Anything goes! It can even be your cellphone, though it should then be a fairly recent phone.

Additionally, please dress for the weather and bring a water bottle if it is very hot.

Aug
23
Wed
2023
Musical Wednesdays at Chalmers-Wesley
Aug 23 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Aug 23 @ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Sunset Ferry Ride to Quai Paquet for Newcomers
Aug 23 @ 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Are you new to Quebec City and looking for something fun to do? The Voice of English-speaking Quebec invites you for a fun-filled evening at the Newcomers Free Sunset Ferry Ride on Wednesday, August 23 from 5:40 to 8:30 PM.

We will ride the ferry to Quai Paquet in Lévis that leaves at 5:40 PM. Once there, we can grab some food or some ice cream (or both!) from the food trucks available or from the ice cream shop located one block away from the quai, while getting to know each other! We will be returning on the 8:00 PM ferry (to Quebec).  We will bring board games to facilitate your interaction with others. At the quai, there are 160 water jets, perfect to refresh you, so make sure you bring or wear your sandals or why not your swimsuit! If you are an avid photographer, you can also check out the Red stairs (193 steps) located two blocks away from the quai, and admire the beauty of the view from atop. There is also a café near the quai, not far from the ice cream shop. Feeling like picknicking? By all means, bring your own snacks and a picnic blanket or portable chairs!

The fees for the ferry ride are covered for participants and the event is open to all English-speaking newcomers living in the Greater Quebec City region. Registration is required and we have a limited number of places.  Note: A newcomer is someone who moved to the Greater Québec City region in the past 5 years.

 

The Ferris Wheel ride and any other purchases (like meals) are not covered.

 

 

Take a look at the food trucks found at Quai Paquet:

Aug
24
Thu
2023
Aug 24 @ 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Midis en Musique Join us as we take a trip to the Holy Trinity Cathedral (close to the Morrin Center) to  enjoy their final performance of the summer, entitled Duo Mano a Mano (no charge). The concert is at 12h30, with pick-ups expected around 11h30.  After the concert we will enjoy a stop at a local ice cream shop before returning around 2:30pm.  For more information you view their website: https://www.cathedral.ca/music/ Please RSVP by August 17th

Out & About – Old Quebec Bus Tour & Lunch
Aug 24 @ 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Join this Out & About activity for people over the age of 50 as we discover Quebec City from the top of an open double-decker bus. This one-hour tour will take place from 11am – 12:00pm and will cost $20 per person. Following the tour, we will have lunch at a restaurant in Old-Quebec.

Please contact Maria Hoyt at maria.hoyt@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x221 to reserve your place and for more details.

Aug
25
Fri
2023
Arts Alive! Québec Festival
Aug 25 – Aug 26 all day

 

On Friday, August 25th and Saturday, August 26th, join us on the Chaussée des Écossais for two days of free concerts and activities!

The Arts Alive! Quebec Festival is back for its ninth year in 2023! The whole family can join the celebration with concerts, challenges, contests, performances, and more. All activities are free and require no registration. Saturday visitors may even get a tasty surprise!
Learn more HERE.

Friday, August 25

Saturday, August 26

  • 10:30 a.m. – Book Quest Storytime Activity (3-6 YO)
  • 12:00 p.m. – Launch of the day’s activities
  • 12:15 p.m. – Improv Showcase
  • 1:30 p.m. – Book Quest STEAM Club Activity (7-12 YO)
  • 2:30 p.m. – Photo Walk Departure
  • 3:30 p.m. – Quebec Art Company Showcase
  • 4:15 p.m. – Concert – Bill Vincent
  • From noon to 5 p.m. – Artisan Fair, Contest, Challenges, Family Activities

 

Would you like to volunteer at the festival?
Contact us at info@morrin.org to let us know!

Aug
26
Sat
2023
Old Québec Walking Tour for Newcomers
Aug 26 all day

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, comfortable clothes (and an umbrella or rain jacket in case it rains), a camera if you wish to capture the beauty of this city, and sharp ears! We will walk around the centuries-old streets of Old Québec while learning about its history and cultural landmarks.

Space is LIMITED, so a 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 1:30 to 3:30 PM

 

 

 

Morrin Centre – Book Quest – S.T.E.A.M. Club – Art
Aug 26 @ 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

The Morrin Centre Book Quest S.T.E.A.M. Club, for children ages 7 to 12, will take place every Saturday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., from July 8 to August 26.

Week 8: Art

Alebrije masks: for the Arts Alive! Quebec festival, the children will participate in outdoor arts and crafts by coloring, cutting, and gluing fun masks!

For more information, contact the Book Quest Coordinator, Manuela Flores Denti, at bookquest@morrin.org.

 

Picture This – Photo Walks
Aug 26 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Enjoy a photo walk in Old Quebec with professional photographer Jacques Gaines. With his advice and comments, you will come back with a memory card full of beautiful pictures! Each activity will start and end in front of the Morrin Centre.

This activity is free, but we request that you confirm your presence at info@morrin.org at least 24h before the start of the event. In case of postponement or cancellation, participants will be alerted by noon on the day of the event.

 

Photo Walks – August 8, 22, and 26, 2023

August 8 – 6:45 p.m. -> Postponed to August 15

August 22 – 6:45 p.m. (in case of rain, postponed to August 25)

August 26 – 2:30 p.m. (in case of rain, cancelled)

 

Participants must come with their own camera. Whether a $100 or $5000 camera, we do not care. Anything goes! It can even be your cellphone, though it should then be a fairly recent phone.

Additionally, please dress for the weather and bring a water bottle if it is very hot.

Aug
29
Tue
2023
Out & About – Old Quebec Bus Tour & Lunch
Aug 29 @ 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Join this Out & About activity for people over the age of 50 as we discover Quebec City from the top of an open double-decker bus. This one-hour tour will take place from 11am – 12:00pm and will cost $20 per person. Following the tour, we will have lunch at a restaurant in Old-Quebec.

Please contact Maria Hoyt at maria.hoyt@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x221 to reserve your place and for more details.

Aug
30
Wed
2023
Musical Wednesdays at Chalmers-Wesley
Aug 30 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Aug 30 @ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Sep
2
Sat
2023
2023 Eastern Canadian Gaelic Athletic Association Championships
Sep 2 all day
Les Patriotes de Québec are pleased to host the 2023 Eastern Canadian GAA Championships. The tournament will take place in Pont-Rouge (Pleau soccer fields, 1 rue du croissant) and the banquet in Québec City.
Save the date for the 2nd of September for a memorable day of competition and an evening of celebration!
More details to come!
Sep
5
Tue
2023
Brain Power Drop-In
Sep 5 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Are you an English-speaking adult 50 years of age or older and want to keep your mind strong and healthy? Join us to play fun and challenging games to strengthen your mind and connect with others.

🧠 Train your brain;

🤝 Connect with others;

🍎 Enjoy a healthy snack.

To participate:  Please contact Anaïs:  📧 afortinmaltais@jhpartners.net   📞 581-446-7476 

To volunteer:  Give your brain some power while helping others too! Win-win!  To volunteer, please contact Elise:  📧 eholloway@jhpartners.net   📞 581-446-6452

Table Talk Tuesdays with FORT
Sep 5 @ 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Out & About – Musée des beaux-arts
Sep 5 @ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Join this Out & About activity for people over the age of 50 as we discover the Alexander McQueen special exhibition at Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec. This exhibit ends on September 10th. We will have a guided tour in English, and the cost is $20. If you would like to see only the museum tickets are $10.

Please contact Maria Hoyt at maria.hoyt@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x221 to reserve your place and for more details.

Sep
6
Wed
2023
Out & About – Musée des beaux-arts
Sep 6 @ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Join this Out & About activity for people over the age of 50 as we discover the Alexander McQueen special exhibition at Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec. This exhibit ends on September 10th. We will have a guided tour in English, and the cost is $20. If you would like to see only the museum tickets are $10.

Please contact Maria Hoyt at maria.hoyt@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x221 to reserve your place and for more details.

LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Sep 6 @ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Sep
10
Sun
2023
Understanding why Québec City is a UNESCO World Heritage
Sep 10 @ 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Did you know that the Historic District of Old Québecis a #unescoworldheritage site?
Ever wondered why and how it got that designation?
Find out why on Sep. 10th!
We are partnering up with Découvrir ma cité to offer one of the tours in English and for FREE!!!! 😲

 

Sep
12
Tue
2023
Northern Perimeter Chair Yoga (Shannon)
Sep 12 @ 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM

VEQ in partnership with the Valcartier Military Family Resource Center will be hosting chair yoga classes in the Northern Perimeter.  Running from September 12th to December 12th, the classes will be held from 9:30 to 10:30am.  A chair yoga session compliments a guided meditation during this 50 minute long class.  Equipment is provided but participants are asked to bring their own mats if they have them. Registration is required by contacting Jeanne Nivischiuk at catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca or by calling 418-683-2366 x 228.

Out & About – Bowling & Lunch
Sep 12 @ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Out & About is offering free transporation for members of the 50+ community to enjoy a day of bowling at Salon de Quilles Laval (small bowling) and lunch at Normandin. Come show off your bowling skills! Cost is $35 per hour per lane (six people per lane), prices will be split among participants and will come to around $7 a person.

Registration is required with Maria Hoyt – 418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca

Table Talk Tuesdays with FORT
Sep 12 @ 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Wellness Café: conseils et stratégis pour accompagner mon proche
Sep 12 @ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

The Wellness center is honouring World’s Alzheimer’s month with this presentation tailored for caregivers and facilitated by a social intervenor from La Société Alzheimer’s de Québec. Please note that this presentation is offered in French only.

Votre proche est atteint d’un trouble neurocognitif et vous ne savez plus comment agir ni comment réagir dans certaines situations? Des conseils et des stratégies vous seront proposés afin de faciliter l’accompagnement au quotidien.

Registration required.

To registerclick here or call Anaïs at 581-446-7476.

In partnership with :

This activity exists thanks to funding from:

Sep
13
Wed
2023
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Sep 13 @ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Double Book Launch – Evening of Bilingual Poetry
Sep 13 @ 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

 

Join us for a bilingual evening of poetry to celebrate the launch of D.M. Bradford‘s Bottom Rail on Top & T. Liem’s Slows: Twice! The Tiohtià:ke/Montréal-based poets will be joined by Québec’s own Simon Brown and Pascal Bérubé. An evening of English and French (and sometimes translated) readings, to celebrate the launch of these two new books!

Learn more about the books and the authors on the Facebook event. This event requires no registration, but we encourage you to mark yourself as “attending” on the Facebook event, to make preparations easier for us.

 

Presented in collaboration with Brick Books and in partnership with CONTOURS.

 

The Morrin Centre’s performance spaces are accessible by elevator and there are ramps between the rooms for people with mobility issues. There is also a ramp on rue Saint-Anne to get into the Centre itself, though it needs to be unlocked by a staff member. There is a wheelchair on-site if necessary.

Sep
14
Thu
2023
Norther Perimeter Chair Yoga (Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier)
Sep 14 @ 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM

VEQ, in partnership with the Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier Community Centre, will be hosting chair yoga classes in the Northern Perimeter.  Running from September 14th to December 14th, the classes will be held from 9:30 to 10:30am.  A chair yoga session compliments a guided meditation during this 50 minute-long class.  Equipment is provided.  Registration is required by contacting Jeanne Nivischiuk at catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca or Pamela Hogan at plaberge@munsgdv.ca.

Out & About – Bowling & Lunch
Sep 14 @ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Out & About is offering free transporation for members of the 50+ community to enjoy a day of bowling at Salon de Quilles Laval (small bowling) and lunch at Normandin. Come show off your bowling skills! Cost is $35 per hour per lane (six people per lane), prices will be split among participants and will come to around $7 a person.

Registration is required with Maria Hoyt – 418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca

Volunteer Info Session
Sep 14 @ 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Diplôme avant la Médaille, VEQ and WE Volunteer (Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale) are hosting an information session about volunteer opportunities.

Volunteering is a great way to meet people, integrate in the community and develop your skills. Contribute to a young person’s future by becoming a tutor! If you like teaching and can give one hour a week, Le Diplôme avant la Médaille (DAM) needs 300 volunteer tutors this year to help student athletes overcome their academic difficulties. English, math, and science are the subjects most in demand.

Other volunteer options with WE Volunteer will also be shared.

Join us for the Info Session on Thursday, September 14 starting at 6pm. Light refreshments will be served. Time will also be set aside for mingling.

Pre-registrations required. Sign up here! https://forms.office.com/r/tnfeR1S9kx

See you there!

 

Buddy Up: Run
Sep 14 @ 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Are you looking for a way to stay active, meet new people, and improve your mental well-being? Look no further! Join Buddy-Up: Run, a weekly running group for men, led by passionate fitness coach and community animator, Jarryd Smith.

Over four weeks, let’s come together as a community to support men’s health and well-being. All fitness levels are welcome, and the run will be tailored to your fitness level. Join us at the Plains of Abraham for a casual jog or a more intense workout.

Meeting point: 1 Avenue Montcalm, G1R 5H3

With 14 years of experience in the fitness industry, Jarryd is committed to helping you improve your physical ability while bringing together men in our community. Don’t miss out on this fun event, register today to secure your spot.

Let’s make a positive change, one stride at a time.

Registration is preferred so we know to expect you.

Register here.

For more information about Buddy Up: Run, please contact Jarryd, Community Animator, by email or phone at 581-748-9893.

Thanks to the CHSSN for funding this activity.

About Buddy Up

Buddy Up is about making buddies but it’s important to take care of ourselves, too. Building ‘strength’ and resilience is key. Building strength physically and mentally within helps us work through emotions, relieve stress, and remember to simply enjoy life.  The Buddy Up campaign is by men, for men. Let’s raise awareness about suicide prevention while enjoying the benefits of fitness and camaraderie.

Sep
15
Fri
2023
Northern Perimeter – Community Kitchen
Sep 15 @ 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Join VEQ, in partnership with the Municipality of Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier will offer a unique cooking workshop that will have us collectively make several meals that can be frozen, as well as a communal lunch together.  A facilitator will guide the group through several recipes in the community center kitchens.  Participants will be asked to bring a part of the ingredient list or other supplies.

September’s theme will be Chinese Food, with several classic recipes being shared.

Space is limited and Registration is required.  For more information or to register you can contact Jeanne Nivischiuk at catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x 228

Travellin’ Toddler Time: Wild Animals
Sep 15 @ 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Who We Are

Travellin’ Toddler Time (TTT) is free activity in English for children 3 and 4 years old and their parents/caregivers or grandparents. Participants sing songs, hear stories, make crafts and enjoy a snack.

This activity is a great way to:
* Practice fine motor skills
* Discover new craft ideas
* Encourage creative learning as a family
* Meet new friends!
Every month is a new theme and host.

 

Join in on the fun!
Reserve your place by contacting Quebec City Reading Council by phone, email or Facebook.
418-681-1258; info@qcrc.org; @quebeccityreadingcouncil

Sep
16
Sat
2023
Grande Plée Bleue Interpretive Tour for Newcomers
Sep 16 @ 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

*** IT’S BACK! ***

 

Ladies and gentlemen, this may be your chance to find your Fiona or your Shrek! We have been invited to their humble abode, ahem, a peat bog in Beaumont. VEQ will provide the transportation to the Grande Plée Bleue for FREE. Once there, we will take an interpretive tour (2.5 hours) guided by experts in the field. The trail is 3,4 kilometers on flat terrain so families can bring a trail stroller.

  •  When selecting your tickets on Eventbrite, choose “VEQ Newcomer” if you are a newcomer from the Greater Québec City region. Departure from Québec City: 8:00 a.m.   ( 1270 Ch Ste-Foy, Québec, QC G1S 2M4)
  •  If you are part of the South Shore English Network (MCDC) group, select “General Admission” when getting your tickets. Departure from Lévis: 8:20 a.m.  (1190B Rue de Courchevel, St-Romuald, Quebec G6W 0M6)

 

The visit is free and donations to the Conservation Society are encouraged.

 

 ***Registration is required!***  The maximum of people is 30, children included. 

 

It is recommended to bring the following:

  • Sunscreen and bug repellent
  • Hat, sunglasses and a water bottle
  • Binoculars
  • Good walking shoes (definitely do not recommend flip flops)
  • Your smile!
  • Snacks (it will be a long morning)
  • A cold lunch

 

 

Sep
17
Sun
2023
Buddy Up: Basketball
Sep 17 @ 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Are you looking for a way to stay active, meet new people, and improve your mental well-being? Look no further! Join Buddy-Up: Basketball, weekly drop-in games for men.

If you have a basketball, please bring it!

For more information about Buddy Up: Basketball, please contact Russ, by email.

About Buddy Up

Buddy Up is about making buddies but it’s important to take care of ourselves, too. Building ‘strength’ and resilience is key. Building strength physically and mentally within helps us work through emotions, relieve stress, and remember to simply enjoy life.  The Buddy Up campaign is by men, for men. Let’s raise awareness about suicide prevention while enjoying the benefits of fitness and camaraderie.

Sep
18
Mon
2023
In Stitches- Shannon Knitting Circle
Sep 18 @ 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

A fun activity for ages 16+. Learn how to knit, improve your technique or work on your project in a supportive social environment each week throughout the Fall!

Contact Jeanne Nivischiuk with any questions, 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

Sep
19
Tue
2023
Northern Perimeter Chair Yoga (Shannon)
Sep 19 @ 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM

VEQ in partnership with the Valcartier Military Family Resource Center will be hosting chair yoga classes in the Northern Perimeter.  Running from September 12th to December 12th, the classes will be held from 9:30 to 10:30am.  A chair yoga session compliments a guided meditation during this 50 minute long class.  Equipment is provided but participants are asked to bring their own mats if they have them. Registration is required by contacting Jeanne Nivischiuk at catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca or by calling 418-683-2366 x 228.

Brain Power Drop-In
Sep 19 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Are you an English-speaking adult 50 years of age or older and want to keep your mind strong and healthy? Join us to play fun and challenging games to strengthen your mind and connect with others.

🧠 Train your brain;

🤝 Connect with others;

🍎 Enjoy a healthy snack.

To participate:  Please contact Anaïs:  📧 afortinmaltais@jhpartners.net   📞 581-446-7476 

To volunteer:  Give your brain some power while helping others too! Win-win!  To volunteer, please contact Elise:  📧 eholloway@jhpartners.net   📞 581-446-6452

Out and About – Île d’Orléans
Sep 19 @ 10:00 AM – 3:30 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. Join us this week as we make our annual visit to Ile d’Orléans to stop at a farm stand and other local destinations. 

To register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 221, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca 

Table Talk Tuesdays with FORT
Sep 19 @ 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Sep
20
Wed
2023
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Sep 20 @ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Yes, And… Improv Workshop Series
Sep 20 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

In this improvisation series, presented by stage actor and director Michael Bourguignon, you will learn the A-to-Z of performance, how to think on (and off) your feet, and how to support your fellow performers by developing teamwork and trust. Through a variety of warm-up exercises, games, and off-the-cuff scenarios, you will experience the fun (and funny!) world of improvisation in a safe and supportive environment. Bring your smile and sense of spontaneous adventure! No ifs or buts …

 

Michael Bourguignon is a stage actor and director known for his quick wit and his penchant for pratfalls and other forms of physical comedy. Currently vice-president of the Quebec Art Company, Quebec City’s foremost English-language theatre group, Michael discovered his passion for the stage late in life, but he hit the boards running and hasn’t looked back. Like his lifelong mentor, Bugs Bunny, Michael is a versatile character actor who dabbles in musicals and overdresses for almost every occasion. When not onstage, he is a teacher, communications consultant, voiceover artist, sometime stand-up comedian, and proud father. In all these roles, he always asks himself, “What would Bugs Bunny do?”

 

Register here!

 

This event is made possible thanks to the support of the Government of Canada.

 

 

 

Sep
21
Thu
2023
Norther Perimeter Chair Yoga (Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier)
Sep 21 @ 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM

VEQ, in partnership with the Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier Community Centre, will be hosting chair yoga classes in the Northern Perimeter.  Running from September 14th to December 14th, the classes will be held from 9:30 to 10:30am.  A chair yoga session compliments a guided meditation during this 50 minute-long class.  Equipment is provided.  Registration is required by contacting Jeanne Nivischiuk at catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca or Pamela Hogan at plaberge@munsgdv.ca.

Market Research for Start-Ups
Sep 21 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur, a budding startup founder, or simply curious about the world of business, this workshop is your gateway to market mastery.

🌟 What You’ll Discover: 🌟

🎯 Market Research Basics: We’ll demystify the world of market research, breaking it down into simple, actionable steps.

🌐 Target Audience Insights: Learn how to identify and connect with your ideal customers, boosting your sales and brand loyalty.

📈 Competitor Analysis: Gain the upper hand by understanding your competitors’ strengths and weaknesses.

🔑 Key Takeaways: By the end of this workshop, you’ll be armed with the knowledge and tools to:

✅ Develop effective market research strategies.

✅ Identify growth opportunities and minimize risks.

✅ Make informed, data-driven decisions.

✅ Stay ahead of the competition.

Don’t miss this opportunity to level up your business game!

🚀 Reserve your spot now and gain the insights that will set you on the path to success.

Speaker: Miriam Gaudelli, YES Business Coach

Pre-registration is required.

This free workshop is available in-person at: VEQ, 1270 Ch Ste-Foy, Québec, QC G1S 2M4

Buddy Up: Run
Sep 21 @ 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Are you looking for a way to stay active, meet new people, and improve your mental well-being? Look no further! Join Buddy-Up: Run, a weekly running group for men, led by passionate fitness coach and community animator, Jarryd Smith.

Over four weeks, let’s come together as a community to support men’s health and well-being. All fitness levels are welcome, and the run will be tailored to your fitness level. Join us at the Plains of Abraham for a casual jog or a more intense workout.

Meeting point: 1 Avenue Montcalm, G1R 5H3

With 14 years of experience in the fitness industry, Jarryd is committed to helping you improve your physical ability while bringing together men in our community. Don’t miss out on this fun event, register today to secure your spot.

Let’s make a positive change, one stride at a time.

Registration is preferred so we know to expect you.

Register here.

For more information about Buddy Up: Run, please contact Jarryd, Community Animator, by email or phone at 581-748-9893.

Thanks to the CHSSN for funding this activity.

About Buddy Up

Buddy Up is about making buddies but it’s important to take care of ourselves, too. Building ‘strength’ and resilience is key. Building strength physically and mentally within helps us work through emotions, relieve stress, and remember to simply enjoy life.  The Buddy Up campaign is by men, for men. Let’s raise awareness about suicide prevention while enjoying the benefits of fitness and camaraderie.

Sep
23
Sat
2023
Fall Fest 2023
Sep 23 @ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Here we go again!

We are thrilled to invite you to meet local community groups and businesses, while enjoying fun activities with your whole family—inflatable games, face painting, live performances by cultural groups, and much more are on the agenda!

See you Saturday, September 23rd from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
at New Liverpool (St. Vincent) Elementary School!


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sep
24
Sun
2023
Buddy Up: Basketball
Sep 24 @ 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Are you looking for a way to stay active, meet new people, and improve your mental well-being? Look no further! Join Buddy-Up: Basketball, weekly drop-in games for men.

If you have a basketball, please bring it!

For more information about Buddy Up: Basketball, please contact Russ, by email.

About Buddy Up

Buddy Up is about making buddies but it’s important to take care of ourselves, too. Building ‘strength’ and resilience is key. Building strength physically and mentally within helps us work through emotions, relieve stress, and remember to simply enjoy life.  The Buddy Up campaign is by men, for men. Let’s raise awareness about suicide prevention while enjoying the benefits of fitness and camaraderie.

Sep
25
Mon
2023
Morrin Mystery Mondays Book Club Introductory Meeting
Sep 25 @ 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM

We have a new daytime book club at the Morrin Centre: Morrin Mystery Mondays! Come join us for a cozy afternoon chat about books at 1:30 p.m. every last Monday of the month. We’ll be reading mysteries and other cozies!

The first meeting will be held on Monday, September 25 at 1:30 p.m. in the library. For this introductory meeting, please come ready to chat about one of your favourite books. We’ll also be discussing the book selections for the upcoming year.

This event will be held in person. Please email library@morrin.org to learn more or to sign up!

In Stitches- Shannon Knitting Circle
Sep 25 @ 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

A fun activity for ages 16+. Learn how to knit, improve your technique or work on your project in a supportive social environment each week throughout the Fall!

Contact Jeanne Nivischiuk with any questions, 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

Sep
26
Tue
2023
Northern Perimeter Chair Yoga (Shannon)
Sep 26 @ 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM

VEQ in partnership with the Valcartier Military Family Resource Center will be hosting chair yoga classes in the Northern Perimeter.  Running from September 12th to December 12th, the classes will be held from 9:30 to 10:30am.  A chair yoga session compliments a guided meditation during this 50 minute long class.  Equipment is provided but participants are asked to bring their own mats if they have them. Registration is required by contacting Jeanne Nivischiuk at catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca or by calling 418-683-2366 x 228.

Table Talk Tuesdays with FORT
Sep 26 @ 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Overcome the Winter Blues: SAD Information Session
Sep 26 @ 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM

Yes, you can overcome the Winter Blues (SAD)! The weather can impact anyone’s mood, but seasonal changes can have even greater effects on well-being.  You may start to feel “down” when the days get shorter in the fall and winter and then feel better in the spring, with longer daylight hours.  If you notice feeling like a different person depending on the season, you may be particularly sensitive to these shifts.

Take heart!  There are things you can do to keep your mood and motivation steady throughout the year. During this Overcome the Winter Blues (SAD) information session with professional psychologist, Dr. Megan Daley, you’ll learn:

  • What Seasonal Affective Disorder is
  • Various options that could help
  • Pros and cons of light therapy and other solutions
  • Myths surrounding Seasonal Affective Disorder

Refreshments offered.  Free parking available.

Register here

For those attending online, you will receive the Zoom link by email after you register.

Questions?

For more information, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.

Thanks to the CHSSN for funding this activity.

Sep
27
Wed
2023
50+ Fun Yoga
Sep 27 @ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Discover our Fun Yoga class for ages 50 and above, to harmonize your mental, physical and emotional dimensions, and cultivate inner tranquility.

Through a balanced blend of postures and breathing exercises, this class releases tension, enhances flexibility and works the entire body. With thoughtful incorporation of props, including chairs, this gentle yet active adaptation of yoga also focuses on mobility. Every posture is tailored to your unique needs, creating a space to realign, calm the mind, and rekindle your inner vitality.

Pay before September 25 to register for the fall 2023 session
($60 for all 12 classes)

Please visit the Wellness Centre website to register and pay : https://wejh.ca/event/50-fun-yoga/?instance_id=22227

LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Sep 27 @ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Yes, And… Improv Workshop Series
Sep 27 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

In this improvisation series, presented by stage actor and director Michael Bourguignon, you will learn the A-to-Z of performance, how to think on (and off) your feet, and how to support your fellow performers by developing teamwork and trust. Through a variety of warm-up exercises, games, and off-the-cuff scenarios, you will experience the fun (and funny!) world of improvisation in a safe and supportive environment. Bring your smile and sense of spontaneous adventure! No ifs or buts …

 

Michael Bourguignon is a stage actor and director known for his quick wit and his penchant for pratfalls and other forms of physical comedy. Currently vice-president of the Quebec Art Company, Quebec City’s foremost English-language theatre group, Michael discovered his passion for the stage late in life, but he hit the boards running and hasn’t looked back. Like his lifelong mentor, Bugs Bunny, Michael is a versatile character actor who dabbles in musicals and overdresses for almost every occasion. When not onstage, he is a teacher, communications consultant, voiceover artist, sometime stand-up comedian, and proud father. In all these roles, he always asks himself, “What would Bugs Bunny do?”

 

Register here!

 

This event is made possible thanks to the support of the Government of Canada.

 

 

 

Sep
28
Thu
2023
Norther Perimeter Chair Yoga (Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier)
Sep 28 @ 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM

VEQ, in partnership with the Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier Community Centre, will be hosting chair yoga classes in the Northern Perimeter.  Running from September 14th to December 14th, the classes will be held from 9:30 to 10:30am.  A chair yoga session compliments a guided meditation during this 50 minute-long class.  Equipment is provided.  Registration is required by contacting Jeanne Nivischiuk at catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca or Pamela Hogan at plaberge@munsgdv.ca.

Out and About – Île d’Orléans
Sep 28 @ 10:00 AM – 3:30 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. Join us this week as we make our annual visit to Ile d’Orléans to stop at a farm stand and other local destinations. 

To register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 221, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca 

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