Out & About is offering free transporation for members of the 50+ community to The Quebec High School Performing Arts Concentration’s dress rehearsal before audience of their play production, The Murder Club. This free morning performance will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 20th at St. Patrick’s High School near rue Cartier.
Space is limited, registration is required with Maria Hoyt – 418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca
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.
Registration is required with Maria Hoyt – 418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca
Every Monday, 2p.m-3:30pm. 438 boul Jacques Cartier (VEQ Shannon Office)
Last Session will take place on 29 May
Bring your projects or your desire to learn a new skill! (VEQ has limited material)
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.
Registration is required with Maria Hoyt – 418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca
In partnership with Valcartier Elementary school we will be discovering more about the St. Lawrence river and its fascinating ecosystem with Quebec Ocean! This outing is open to all ages, so if you have children or grandchildren that would like to participate, they are most welcome. Departure will be at 9:30 am from Valcartier Elementary school and a the return is scheduled for 1pm to the same location. We recommend you dress comfortably and bring a snack/water bottle. Please RSVP by 3 MAY
VEQ is providing free transportation for members of the 50+ community to the Québec Art Company’s Production of “Perfect Wedding” on Sunday, May 7th at 2:00pm.
For more details and to sign up for transportation, please contact Maria Hoyt 418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca
Tickets cost $20, and must be purchased on your own by visiting the Quebec Art Company website (www.QuebecArtCompany.com)
Enjoy companionship as we explore the local parcs and trails in our local area. 9am at the Parc Linear de le St. Charles, Secteur Parc Chaveau, 3705 Avenue Chaveau (next to Arena Michelle-Labadie)
Every Monday, 2p.m-3:30pm. 438 boul Jacques Cartier (VEQ Shannon Office)
Last Session will take place on 29 May
Bring your projects or your desire to learn a new skill! (VEQ has limited material)
Join us 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 tour will be $20/per person and includes both the tea and tour costs. The bus will pick up in St.-Gabriel-de-Valcartier at 9:00am and 9:15am in Shannon with a return estimated at 1:pm in Shannon and 1:15pm in Valcartier. Please RSVP by 5 MAY
Every Monday, 2p.m-3:30pm. 438 boul Jacques Cartier (VEQ Shannon Office)
Last Session will take place on 29 May
Bring your projects or your desire to learn a new skill! (VEQ has limited material)
This event is open to all adults aged 50+ in the Quebec City area.
FACILITATO
Kay grew up in rural New Zealand and has worked in the farming, nursing, hospitality, and higher education sectors. Throughout her life Kay has been a very active craft creator across many mediums including knitting, embroidery, lacemaking, and paper making. Kay’s first love and one she has tutored in is embroidery and with its history and different techniques from many different parts of the world it has endless possibilities, only governed by the creative mind behind the needle.
Kay is happiest when she has a needle and fabric in hand and by the time she arrives in Canada, Kay will be well into her latest project. Passing this love of creating on to others is a privilege and pleasure for Kay and we hope you will come and be stimulated to stretch your own creative talents. Registr
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Chris is an inveterate traveler and seeker of new challenges. From school to the New Zealand Navy, through 20+ years in the Tourist Hotel Industry, 10 years in the Tertiary Education Sector and 8 years in Local Government, Chris has amassed a wide range of experiences and skills. Chris’s last professional role before semi-retiring was Director of Emergency Management for the Province of Otago following which he began a combination of consulting engagements, interspersed with a passion for sharing the beauty of the South Island as a Tour Guide/Driver for small international nature tours. Chris will share with us a view of what life is like being a “Kiwi” (New Zealander), and why a visit to New Zealand should be on your bucket list!
TO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelon
Every Monday, 2p.m-3:30pm. 438 boul Jacques Cartier (VEQ Shannon Office)
Last Session will take place on 29 May
Bring your projects or your desire to learn a new skill! (VEQ has limited material)
This event is open to all adults aged 50+ in the Quebec City area.
FACILITATO
Join Lifelong Learning members Mamie and Frances for a stroll down Maguire. We will be meeting on the corner of St. Louis and Maguire making our way up one side of the street and down the other. Maguire is Sillery’s major shopping street, with its fashionable boutiques and excellent restaurants and cafes, it spans over a few hundred meters. You can sit on one of its terraces while sipping a glass of wine or a latte. Come and enjoy at your leisure, the 12 boutiques and 16 restaurants that fill the street with their sounds and aromas while discussing the history of the street with fellow Lifelong Learners. Members are welcome to extend their time on Maguire with lunch after our stroll. Paid parking is available on Maguire or you can find free parking on one of the side streets.
This activity will be weather-depende
TO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelon
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Out & About is offering free transportation for members of the 50+ community to enjoy a self-guided visit at the Observatoire de la Capitale, offering a breathtaking 360-degree view of Quebec City and fun information about the city, followed by a delicious lunch at 3Brasseurs on Grande Allée. The cost of the visit will be $7 plus the price of lunch.
Please contact Maria Hoyt to register: 418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca
Every Monday, 2p.m-3:30pm. 438 boul Jacques Cartier (VEQ Shannon Office)
Last Session will take place on 29 May
Bring your projects or your desire to learn a new skill! (VEQ has limited material)
Join Maria (VEQ), Catherine (LLL), and Moumy (SSEN) for lunch at Le Corsaire Microbrasserie followed by a free tour of the Musée de la Alphonse-Desjardins.
About the Musée: Let a guide take you back to 1906, through this Victorian house, the birthplace of the first financial services cooperative known as a “caisse.” Dive into the world of Alphonse and Dorimène Desjardins and get a first-hand look at some of their belongings. In addition to the historic home, visit the house next door for an exhibit dedicated to the story of the Desjardins couple and the founding of the caisses. Learn more about the founders, whose commitment earned them the honour of being named National Historic Persons.
Transport will be provided by VEQ. There will be two pick-up locations. One at Jeffery Hale departing at 10:00am, and the second at Eastern Quebec Learning Centre, departing at 10:30am. Our day will start with lunch at 11am followed by the tour at 1pm. We will be making our way back to the North Shore shortly after 2:00pm.
Please register for the day trip here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe1KNiFNnsyfsa2HDUPGLQmJK4KppeqlAWduK7PWu9UIQXO2w/viewform
Or contact Catherine Hawker at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org or 418-681-1258
The students at Quebec High School cordially invite you to a Seniors Prom! Held Thursday, June 1 in the QHS Cafeteria, this intergenerational activity will be lively with music, dancing and refreshments. The students are excited to host this “red carpet” event so please come in your “Sunday best”. If you’re interested please contact Maria Hoyt at info@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x221 to register or for more details.
Out & About is offering free transportation for members of the 50+ community to enjoy shopping and great conversation during brunch (optional) at the Laurier mall.
Please contact Maria Hoyt to register: 418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca
VEQ, in partnership with the Municipality of Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier, will be hosting a picnic potluck for members of the community. Bring a dish to share or a favorite lawn game as we enjoy a fun social event!
For More information :
Email Jeanne Nivischiuk at catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca, or call 418.683-2366 x228.
Out & About is offering free transportation for members of the 50+ community to enjoy a self-guided visit at the Observatoire de la Capitale, offering a breathtaking 360-degree view of Quebec City and fun information about the city, followed by a delicious lunch at 3Brasseurs on Grande Allée. The cost of the visit will be $5 plus the price of lunch.
Please contact Maria Hoyt to register: 418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca
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
Join us 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 tour 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.
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
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 & 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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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
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 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
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
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
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 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
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.
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
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.
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 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
Voice of English-speaking Québec invites people over 50 to hop on the bus as we go Out and About!
This outing will be to the Governor General’s Residence at the Citadelle de Quebec. Transporation will be provided with pick-up in Shannon, St. Gabriel de Valcartier and L’Ancienne-Lorette. We will take an hour long, English-language, guided tour of the second official residence of the Govenor General of Canada. The residence features an impressive collection of Canadian art and is a great way to learn about the history and government of Canada.
Bus pick up at 438 boul Jacques Cartier: 8:30 a.m
Bus pick up at 2215 boul Valcartier: 8:45 a.m.
Bus pick up at Club de Gold Metropolitain: 9:15am
Please confirm your participation with Jeanne at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
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
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.
FACILITATO
Session 1 of 4:
Become a thespian for a day as the Lifelong Learning room transforms into the Globe Theatre with a reading of William Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Each week, participants will choose a character at random to read aloud while our facilitator, Meb Reisner, discusses the play. Join us for all four sessions and receive a door prize at the end!
Macbeth is one of Shakespeare’s finest plays. We will be exploring the conscience and the effect of guilt on the human mind. Macbeth explores reality and illusion; witchcraft and kingship; the natural order; light and life; darkness and death. A perfect play to discover in October!
To register: Email Catherine at info@lifelongle
Spa
Sign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
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 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 visit the beautiful Cap Tourmente Wildlife Area and experience the migration of the snow geese. Every fall the snow geese stop at this reserve during their migration and we will enjoy guided explanations of this phenomenon. Entry fees are between $4-$6.
To register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 221, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca
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
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.
Tuesday, Oct. 10 at 7:00 on Zoom
Description: This series is designed to cover everything we don’t talk about, but should. Since death is part of life, everyone is invited to learn more about this delicate but crucial subject. Don’t hesitate to bring your questions: talking about death won’t kill you!
In this specific session, nurse Jennifer Hobbs-Robert will go over the medical aspect of dying. Join us to learn more about the physical experience of end-of life, pain management, the existing end-of-life services in the region and medical aid in dying.
Register here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcpc-ipqDovGNWrXoilxXtEIWxsBlIHApSM?fbclid=IwAR1q29c3IvqBondoFKCCoBNxeaLtuRU7k0KKlOrSohFN9np1p3CsEunuzRM#/registration
FACILITATO
Session 2 of 4:
Become a thespian for a day as the Lifelong Learning room transforms into the Globe Theatre with a reading of William Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Each week, participants will choose a character at random to read aloud while our facilitator, Meb Reisner, discusses the play. Join us for all four sessions and receive a door prize at the end!
Macbeth is one of Shakespeare’s finest plays. We will be exploring the conscience and the effect of guilt on the human mind. Macbeth explores reality and illusion; witchcraft and kingship; the natural order; light and life; darkness and death. A perfect play to discover in October!
To register: Email Catherine at info@lifelongle
Spa
Sign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
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.
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.
October’s theme will be Octoberfest with us learning several German recipes!
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
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
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 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 visit the beautiful Cap Tourmente Wildlife Area and experience the migration of the snow geese. Every fall the snow geese stop at this reserve during their migration and we will enjoy guided explanations of this phenomenon. Entry fees are between $4-$6.
To register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 221, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca
FACILITATO
Session 1 of 4:
Become a thespian for a day as the Lifelong Learning room transforms into the Globe Theatre with a reading of William Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Each week, participants will choose a character at random to read aloud while our facilitator, Meb Reisner, discusses the play. Join us for all four sessions and receive a door prize at the end!
Macbeth is one of Shakespeare’s finest plays. We will be exploring the conscience and the effect of guilt on the human mind. Macbeth explores reality and illusion; witchcraft and kingship; the natural order; light and life; darkness and death. A perfect play to discover in October!
To register: Email Catherine at info@lifelongle
Spa
Sign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
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.
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
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.
VEQ will be hosting two workshops with the help of Derek Montgomery, that will discuss financial issues that people face as they age.
Tuesday, October 24th – 6:30pm to 8:00 pm: Pre-Retirement Financial Planning. This workshop will highlight financial considerations prior to retirement and analyzing when may be the right time to stop working. This will also cover financial estate planning. Contact Jeanne Nivischiuk at catherine.baboudijian@veq.ca or at 418-683-2366 ext. 228
FACILITATO
Session 1 of 4:
Become a thespian for a day as the Lifelong Learning room transforms into the Globe Theatre with a reading of William Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Each week, participants will choose a character at random to read aloud while our facilitator, Meb Reisner, discusses the play. Join us for all four sessions and receive a door prize at the end!
Macbeth is one of Shakespeare’s finest plays. We will be exploring the conscience and the effect of guilt on the human mind. Macbeth explores reality and illusion; witchcraft and kingship; the natural order; light and life; darkness and death. A perfect play to discover in October!
To register: Email Catherine at info@lifelongle
Spa
Sign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
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 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 “stroll around the Joan of Arc Garden and explore the history of the Plains through sixteen works of folk art specifically crafted by artist Patrick Lavallée (Atelier du Gosseux) for the Garden, offering a colourful interpretation of legends associated with the renowned park.” – https://www.ccbn-nbc.gc.ca/en/fall-the-plains/#garden
To register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 221, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca
Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. This week we will be heading out for some shopping at Galeries de la Capitale! We can pick anyone up who lives in the Ste-Foy area if you would like to get a ride on the bus, or you could meet the bus at the Jeffery Hale Pavilion (1270 chemin Ste-Foy).
To register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 221, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca
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
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.
Tuesday, October 31: Halloween Mask Day
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Quebec City Reading Council
3005 William Stuart, room 201, Quebec (QC) G1W 1V4
This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area.
FACILITATOR: Mamie Stewart and Frances Farquhar
This Halloween come and enjoy a fun afternoon with LLL members Mamie and Frances as they tell you about the Traditions of Halloween, old and new. Share stories of how you celebrate Halloween and play some games with us as well. We would also like you to wear a Halloween face mask. The mask can be full face or partial. Small prizes will be given out to the most creative, scariest, or funniest.
Looking forward to seeing you BOO! – Mamie and Frances
TO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org, or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited.
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.
This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area.
FACILITATO
Join LLL and Suzette McKinnon to learn more about the art of decluttering.
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To register: Email Catherine at info@lifelongle
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Sign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
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
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.
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.
This event is open to all adults aged 50+ in the Quebec City area.
FACILITATO
Cost: $10*
Back by popular demand! Join us for another exciting cooking class with the lovely people at Ateliers & Saveurs, we will be taking the themed Express Lunch class. This event is exactly a year after our first session with them! Please ensure your membership has been paid if you are interested in attending. We will be making Sliced Flank Steak with sea salt, bearnaise sauce, summer vegetables and thyme. When registering please let me know if you have any allergies or specific dietary requirements.
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TO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelo
If you’re interested in this event, please register no later than October 26.
Sign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others.
This week we will be heading to the Cultural Center of the Ursuline Monestary and have a guided 1-hour tour in English of the museum. The entry fee is $11. We can pick anyone up who lives in the Ste-Foy area if you would like to get a ride on the bus, or you could meet the bus at the Jeffery Hale Pavilion (1270 chemin Ste-Foy).
Learn more about the museum here: Pôle Culturel des Ursulines
To register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 221, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca
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.
November’s theme will match the season as we make several soups to keep ourselves warm.
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
This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area.
FACILITATO
A dynamic multimedia presentation for all interested in making their special celebrations more earth friendly. Includes World faith celebrations from September to March, flora, food, lights, gifts, travel and cruises, winter sports and activities, and local resources.
TO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelon
Sign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
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
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 offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others.
This week we will be heading to the Cultural Center of the Ursuline Monastary and have a guided 1-hour tour in English of the museum. The entry fee is $11. We can pick anyone up who lives in the Old Québec area if you would like to get a ride on the bus, or you could meet the bus at the Jeffery Hale Pavilion (1270 chemin Ste-Foy).
Learn more about the museum here: Pôle Culturel des Ursulines
To register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 221, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca
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.
This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area.
FACILITATO
Car Glamping
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Jeanni is an interpersonal coach/writer on Bold Kindness – and will share how her recent 6 week North America camping trip inside her Honda CRV reconnected her with treasured people and places from throughout her lifetime.
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Bold Kindness developed from her training and previous experience as a mental health occupational therapist and family counselor. (And from her own challenging life experiences 😉) Visit www.boldk
To register: Email Catherine at info@lifelongle
Spa
Sign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area.
FACILITATO
What is numerology and how does it work?
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Boni Jean Stafford is a Lifelong Learning member, she has lived in Quebec City for 4 years, working on her French. She learned about Numerology in 1974 and she would like to share the basics with fellow Lifelong Learning members. Join in for an interactive session and find out what your life lesson is and if it is compatible with your name, along with the cycles we go through in our own lives.
TO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelon
Sign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
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
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.
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.