Upcoming Events and Activities

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Chair Yoga – Shannon 9:30 AM
Chair Yoga – Shannon
Oct 1 @ 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 every Tuesday from September 17th to December 10th, the classes will be held from 9:30 to 10:30am.  A chair
Brain Power Drop-In 10:00 AM
Brain Power Drop-In
Oct 1 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Brain Power Drop-In @ Jeffery Hale Pavilion
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;
S.T.E.A.M. Club: Workshop – Morrin Center 6:00 PM
S.T.E.A.M. Club: Workshop – Morrin Center
Oct 1 @ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
S.T.E.A.M. Club: Workshop - Morrin Center @ Morrin Center
The S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) Club welcomes children ages 8 to 12 who love to experiment, create, and learn more about the world around them. Each week, we will explore different science or artistic themes. This program promotes creativity,
Wellness Yoga 7:00 PM
Wellness Yoga
Oct 1 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Join us at the Wellness Centre this fall for Yoga relaxation sessions.  We will be using breath work and guided meditation to enhance relaxation while stretching and finding inner calmness. Open to all ages and levels; instructor Susa Bernard will show you
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50+ Fun Chair Yoga 9:00 AM
50+ Fun Chair Yoga
Oct 2 @ 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
50+ Fun Chair Yoga @ Jeffery Hale Pavilion
Discover our Fun Chair 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
English Discussion Group (Intermediate) – Morrin Centre 1:30 PM
English Discussion Group (Intermediate) – Morrin Centre
Oct 2 @ 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
English Discussion Groups are back!   Sessions will be held in-person at the Morrin Centre and are open to members only. To renew or to become a member, please click here. The intermediate group will be meeting every Wednesday at 1:30 PM for
Photovoice Project 6:00 PM
Photovoice Project
Oct 2 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Photovoice Project
The Photovoice project is about storytelling with photos. Our goal is to capture your experience as an English speaker in Quebec through the photos you take and share. The four-week program includes: Guided group discussions to transform your images into
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Chair Yoga – Valcartier 9:30 AM
Chair Yoga – Valcartier
Oct 3 @ 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
VEQ in partnership the Municipality of Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartierwith will be hosting chair yoga classes in the Northern Perimeter.  Running every Thursday from September 19th to December 12th, the classes will be held from 9:30 to 10:30am.  A chair yoga session compliments
Out & About: International Day of Older Adults – Inclusion Challenge 10:00 AM
Out & About: International Day of Older Adults – Inclusion Challenge
Oct 3 @ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Out & About: International Day of Older Adults - Inclusion Challenge
🏃‍♀️ Journée Internationale des Aînés – Défi Inclusion (International Day of Older Adults – Inclusion Challenge) Come walk (or run) on the magnificent 2km course on Dufferin Terrace and the Promenade des Gouverneurs including a staircase of 308 steps to celebrate this
Lifelong Learning – Thespian for a Day 1:30 PM
Lifelong Learning – Thespian for a Day
Oct 3 @ 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
This event is open to all Lifelong Learning members FACILITATOR: Meb Reisner 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 A Midsummer
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Storytime – Morrin Center 10:30 AM
Storytime – Morrin Center
Oct 5 @ 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Storytime - Morrin Center @ Morrin Center
Storytime is a literacy program for children ages 3 to 7. Each activity begins with the reading of a story followed by a craft inspired by its themes. Our objective is to foster children’s love of reading by providing fun, interactive
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In Stitches- Shannon Knitting Circle 1:00 PM
In Stitches- Shannon Knitting Circle
Oct 7 @ 1:00 PM – 4:00 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 david.zhu@veq.ca
Caring Chapters Club 1:30 PM
Caring Chapters Club
Oct 7 @ 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Caring Chapters Club @ Zoom from the comfort of your own home
The Caring Chapters Club is a weekly virtual book club mainly for caregivers. Reading will be spread over 10 weeks on Monday afternoons. Engage in open discussions, connect with fellow caregivers, and find solace in a community that understands. Join
Poetry Soirée – Morrin Centre 7:30 PM
Poetry Soirée – Morrin Centre
Oct 7 @ 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Poetry Soirée - Morrin Centre @ Morrin Centre
Morrin in Verse: Poetry Soirée Join us on Monday, September 9 for an evening of poetry at the Morrin Centre! Calling all poets and poetry enthusiasts! This fall, we’re hosting a series of open mic poetry soirées! The soirées will
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Chair Yoga – Shannon 9:30 AM
Chair Yoga – Shannon
Oct 8 @ 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 every Tuesday from September 17th to December 10th, the classes will be held from 9:30 to 10:30am.  A chair
Jog Your Mind 10:00 AM
Jog Your Mind
Oct 8 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Jog Your Mind is a series of workshops designed for individuals aged 50 and over experiencing normal intellectual aging. This innovative program aims to keep your memory in shape. Tips, advice, and exercises are provided at each session based on
S.T.E.A.M. Club: Workshop – Morrin Center 6:00 PM
S.T.E.A.M. Club: Workshop – Morrin Center
Oct 8 @ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
S.T.E.A.M. Club: Workshop - Morrin Center @ Morrin Center
The S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) Club welcomes children ages 8 to 12 who love to experiment, create, and learn more about the world around them. Each week, we will explore different science or artistic themes. This program promotes creativity,
Rob Lutes: The Stories Behind the Songs – Morrin Center 7:00 PM
Rob Lutes: The Stories Behind the Songs – Morrin Center
Oct 8 @ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Rob Lutes: The Stories Behind the Songs - Morrin Center @ Morrin Center
Join us for our series of talks celebrating the 200th anniversary of the Literary and Historical Society of Quebec. Recounting some fascinating stories behind well-known songs from the past, award-winning singer-songwriter Rob Lutes will lead a curated chronological tour through
Wellness Yoga 7:00 PM
Wellness Yoga
Oct 8 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Join us at the Wellness Centre this fall for Yoga relaxation sessions.  We will be using breath work and guided meditation to enhance relaxation while stretching and finding inner calmness. Open to all ages and levels; instructor Susa Bernard will show you
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50+ Fun Chair Yoga 9:00 AM
50+ Fun Chair Yoga
Oct 9 @ 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
50+ Fun Chair Yoga @ Jeffery Hale Pavilion
Discover our Fun Chair 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
Brain Power Board Games – (Shannon) 10:00 AM
Brain Power Board Games – (Shannon)
Oct 9 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Brain Power Board Games - (Shannon) @ VEQ Community Space (Shannon)
Brain Power – Drop-In (Shannon) – Wednesday, August 28th (10:00 am-Noon) Get ready for a stimulating session of Brain Power—Drop-In at the VEQ Community Space! Strengthen your mind while connecting with others in a fun and relaxed environment. This event
Out & About – Neon Mini Golf 12:30 PM
Out & About – Neon Mini Golf
Oct 9 @ 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Out & About - Neon Mini Golf
Test your mini golf skills at an indoor mini golf course full of excitement and neon colours! Price: $9 Deadline: October 04 or October 07 The minimum golf course fee is $9. The course is inside and has some dark areas
English Discussion Group (Intermediate) – Morrin Centre 1:30 PM
English Discussion Group (Intermediate) – Morrin Centre
Oct 9 @ 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
English Discussion Groups are back!   Sessions will be held in-person at the Morrin Centre and are open to members only. To renew or to become a member, please click here. The intermediate group will be meeting every Wednesday at 1:30 PM for
Photovoice Project 6:00 PM
Photovoice Project
Oct 9 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Photovoice Project
The Photovoice project is about storytelling with photos. Our goal is to capture your experience as an English speaker in Quebec through the photos you take and share. The four-week program includes: Guided group discussions to transform your images into
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Chair Yoga – Valcartier 9:30 AM
Chair Yoga – Valcartier
Oct 10 @ 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
VEQ in partnership the Municipality of Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartierwith will be hosting chair yoga classes in the Northern Perimeter.  Running every Thursday from September 19th to December 12th, the classes will be held from 9:30 to 10:30am.  A chair yoga session compliments
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Out & About – Neon Mini Golf 12:30 PM
Out & About – Neon Mini Golf
Oct 11 @ 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Out & About - Neon Mini Golf
Test your mini golf skills at an indoor mini golf course full of excitement and neon colours! Price: $9 Deadline: October 04 or October 07 The minimum golf course fee is $9. The course is inside and has some dark areas
Video Poetry workshop: RACHEL MCCRUM – Morrin Center 5:00 PM
Video Poetry workshop: RACHEL MCCRUM – Morrin Center
Oct 11 @ 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Video Poetry workshop: RACHEL MCCRUM - Morrin Center @ Morrin Center
In this introductory workshop to video poetry with Rachel McCrum, explore the relationship between moving images, sound, and the written word. Learn more HERE.  
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Storytime – Morrin Center 10:30 AM
Storytime – Morrin Center
Oct 12 @ 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Storytime - Morrin Center @ Morrin Center
Storytime is a literacy program for children ages 3 to 7. Each activity begins with the reading of a story followed by a craft inspired by its themes. Our objective is to foster children’s love of reading by providing fun, interactive
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In Stitches- Shannon Knitting Circle 1:00 PM
In Stitches- Shannon Knitting Circle
Oct 14 @ 1:00 PM – 4:00 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 david.zhu@veq.ca
Caring Chapters Club 1:30 PM
Caring Chapters Club
Oct 14 @ 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Caring Chapters Club @ Zoom from the comfort of your own home
The Caring Chapters Club is a weekly virtual book club mainly for caregivers. Reading will be spread over 10 weeks on Monday afternoons. Engage in open discussions, connect with fellow caregivers, and find solace in a community that understands. Join
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Chair Yoga – Shannon 9:30 AM
Chair Yoga – Shannon
Oct 15 @ 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 every Tuesday from September 17th to December 10th, the classes will be held from 9:30 to 10:30am.  A chair
Brain Power Drop-In 10:00 AM
Brain Power Drop-In
Oct 15 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Brain Power Drop-In @ Jeffery Hale Pavilion
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;
S.T.E.A.M. Club: Workshop – Morrin Center 6:00 PM
S.T.E.A.M. Club: Workshop – Morrin Center
Oct 15 @ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
S.T.E.A.M. Club: Workshop - Morrin Center @ Morrin Center
The S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) Club welcomes children ages 8 to 12 who love to experiment, create, and learn more about the world around them. Each week, we will explore different science or artistic themes. This program promotes creativity,
PIXELS & PAGES: BOOK CLUB – Morrin Center 7:00 PM
PIXELS & PAGES: BOOK CLUB – Morrin Center
Oct 15 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
PIXELS & PAGES: BOOK CLUB - Morrin Center @ Morrin Center
Interested in discussing literature with other book lovers? Come join the Pixels & Pages book club (in person OR online)! At our October meeting, we’ll discuss Do Not Say We Have Nothing by Madeleine Thien. Learn more and register HERE. Thank you to La Maison Anglaise for
Wellness Yoga 7:00 PM
Wellness Yoga
Oct 15 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Join us at the Wellness Centre this fall for Yoga relaxation sessions.  We will be using breath work and guided meditation to enhance relaxation while stretching and finding inner calmness. Open to all ages and levels; instructor Susa Bernard will show you
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50+ Fun Chair Yoga 9:00 AM
50+ Fun Chair Yoga
Oct 16 @ 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
50+ Fun Chair Yoga @ Jeffery Hale Pavilion
Discover our Fun Chair 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
English Discussion Group (Intermediate) – Morrin Centre 1:30 PM
English Discussion Group (Intermediate) – Morrin Centre
Oct 16 @ 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
English Discussion Groups are back!   Sessions will be held in-person at the Morrin Centre and are open to members only. To renew or to become a member, please click here. The intermediate group will be meeting every Wednesday at 1:30 PM for
Overdrive & Libby Workshop – Morrin Center 2:00 PM
Overdrive & Libby Workshop – Morrin Center
Oct 16 @ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Overdrive & Libby Workshop - Morrin Center
Do you have questions about accessing and using the Morrin Centre’s e-books and audiobooks on the Libby app (from OverDrive)? Join the OverDrive team for a one-hour “Getting Started with Libby” online webinar! Learn more and register HERE!
Arts & Crafts in Shannon (Clay) 5:30 PM
Arts & Crafts in Shannon (Clay)
Oct 16 @ 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
 
Chocolate Meetup 5:30 PM
Chocolate Meetup
Oct 16 @ 5:30 PM
Chocolate Meetup @ Museé du Chocolat
To embrace the cozy autumn vibes, we are excited to invite you to the Chocolate Meetup! Together, we will visit the Musée du Chocolat in the heart of the city, where you can marvel at the stunning sculptures made of
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Chair Yoga – Valcartier 9:30 AM
Chair Yoga – Valcartier
Oct 17 @ 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
VEQ in partnership the Municipality of Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartierwith will be hosting chair yoga classes in the Northern Perimeter.  Running every Thursday from September 19th to December 12th, the classes will be held from 9:30 to 10:30am.  A chair yoga session compliments
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Out & About – Cap Tourmente Snow Geese Migration 8:30 AM
Out & About – Cap Tourmente Snow Geese Migration
Oct 18 @ 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Out & About – Cap Tourmente Snow Geese Migration
You asked, and we’ve delivered! A fan favourite for bird and nature lovers, join us at Cap Tourmente for a fun-filled afternoon. Walking is involved (about .5km each way), so please pack lunch. Pickup Locations: Jeffery Hale Pavilion (for the West
Travellin’ Toddler Time: HALLOWEEN 9:00 AM
Travellin’ Toddler Time: HALLOWEEN
Oct 18 @ 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Travellin’ Toddler Time has returned! Registration is open one month before the activity. This month’s theme is Halloween, hosted by Jeffery Hale Wellness Centre. Costumes are welcome! Travellin’ Toddler Time (TTT) is a free English activity for children between the
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Kanga gym: Group 1 – FULL 9:00 AM
Kanga gym: Group 1 – FULL
Oct 19 @ 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM
Kanga gym: Group 1 - FULL @ Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale
Group 1: 9:15-10:15 a.m. ( FULL!) Group 2: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Join us for our first-ever toddler gym class. Kanga Gym is an activity designed for toddlers aged 2 to 5 that focuses on developing your child’s gross motor skills while giving
Autumn Pumpkin Harvest 10:15 AM
Autumn Pumpkin Harvest
Oct 19 @ 10:15 AM – 2:00 PM
Autumn Pumpkin Harvest @ Jeffery Hale Pavilion, Multipurpose Room
Join us for a Fun Day at the Farm with Pumpkins (and more)! Come alone, with friends, or with family to experience the wonderful fall atmosphere and prepare for upcoming celebrations. The day will include a tractor ride, a children’s
Kanga gym: Group 2 10:30 AM
Kanga gym: Group 2
Oct 19 @ 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Kanga gym: Group 2 @ Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale
Note: Due to high demand, we have added a second group for this activity.  Group 1: 9:15-10:15 a.m. ( FULL!) Group 2: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Join us for our first-ever toddler gym class. Kanga Gym is an activity designed for toddlers aged
Storytime – Morrin Center 10:30 AM
Storytime – Morrin Center
Oct 19 @ 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Storytime - Morrin Center @ Morrin Center
Storytime is a literacy program for children ages 3 to 7. Each activity begins with the reading of a story followed by a craft inspired by its themes. Our objective is to foster children’s love of reading by providing fun, interactive
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Reading Poetry Workshop – Morrin Center 5:00 PM
Reading Poetry Workshop – Morrin Center
Oct 20 @ 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Reading Poetry Workshop - Morrin Center @ Morrin Center
Join us in the Library or online for the next installment of our “Reading Poetry” workshops. The aim of this workshop is to give you the tools and vocabulary with which to discuss, think about, and above all, appreciate poetry.
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In Stitches- Shannon Knitting Circle 1:00 PM
In Stitches- Shannon Knitting Circle
Oct 21 @ 1:00 PM – 4:00 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 david.zhu@veq.ca
Caring Chapters Club 1:30 PM
Caring Chapters Club
Oct 21 @ 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Caring Chapters Club @ Zoom from the comfort of your own home
The Caring Chapters Club is a weekly virtual book club mainly for caregivers. Reading will be spread over 10 weeks on Monday afternoons. Engage in open discussions, connect with fellow caregivers, and find solace in a community that understands. Join
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Chair Yoga – Shannon 9:30 AM
Chair Yoga – Shannon
Oct 22 @ 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 every Tuesday from September 17th to December 10th, the classes will be held from 9:30 to 10:30am.  A chair
Jog Your Mind 10:00 AM
Jog Your Mind
Oct 22 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Jog Your Mind is a series of workshops designed for individuals aged 50 and over experiencing normal intellectual aging. This innovative program aims to keep your memory in shape. Tips, advice, and exercises are provided at each session based on
S.T.E.A.M. Club: Workshop – Morrin Center 6:00 PM
S.T.E.A.M. Club: Workshop – Morrin Center
Oct 22 @ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
S.T.E.A.M. Club: Workshop - Morrin Center @ Morrin Center
The S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) Club welcomes children ages 8 to 12 who love to experiment, create, and learn more about the world around them. Each week, we will explore different science or artistic themes. This program promotes creativity,
Library Lectures: Ann Shteir – Morrin Center 7:00 PM
Library Lectures: Ann Shteir – Morrin Center
Oct 22 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Join us for a Library Lectures event in honour of the Literary and Historical Society of Quebec’s 200th anniversary! Ann Shteir will present a talk titled “Women and Botany in 19th-Century Canada.” Learn more and register HERE. Celebrating Historical Research and Historical Researchers: Women and
Wellness Yoga 7:00 PM
Wellness Yoga
Oct 22 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Join us at the Wellness Centre this fall for Yoga relaxation sessions.  We will be using breath work and guided meditation to enhance relaxation while stretching and finding inner calmness. Open to all ages and levels; instructor Susa Bernard will show you
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50+ Fun Chair Yoga 9:00 AM
50+ Fun Chair Yoga
Oct 23 @ 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
50+ Fun Chair Yoga @ Jeffery Hale Pavilion
Discover our Fun Chair 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
Brain Power Board Games – (Shannon) 10:00 AM
Brain Power Board Games – (Shannon)
Oct 23 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Brain Power Board Games - (Shannon) @ VEQ Community Space (Shannon)
Brain Power – Drop-In (Shannon) – Wednesday, August 28th (10:00 am-Noon) Get ready for a stimulating session of Brain Power—Drop-In at the VEQ Community Space! Strengthen your mind while connecting with others in a fun and relaxed environment. This event
English Discussion Group (Intermediate) – Morrin Centre 1:30 PM
English Discussion Group (Intermediate) – Morrin Centre
Oct 23 @ 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
English Discussion Groups are back!   Sessions will be held in-person at the Morrin Centre and are open to members only. To renew or to become a member, please click here. The intermediate group will be meeting every Wednesday at 1:30 PM for
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble 2:30 PM
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Oct 23 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
LOCAL VOCALS - English Language Singing Ensemble @ St Michael's Church
Local Vocals – English Language Singing Ensemble Do you enjoy singing? Are you keen on learning new songs? Join the Local Vocals, where music and camaraderie meet in a harmonious blend of cultural expression. Local Vocals offers a diverse auditory
Photovoice Project 6:00 PM
Photovoice Project
Oct 23 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Photovoice Project
The Photovoice project is about storytelling with photos. Our goal is to capture your experience as an English speaker in Quebec through the photos you take and share. The four-week program includes: Guided group discussions to transform your images into
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Chair Yoga – Valcartier 9:30 AM
Chair Yoga – Valcartier
Oct 24 @ 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
VEQ in partnership the Municipality of Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartierwith will be hosting chair yoga classes in the Northern Perimeter.  Running every Thursday from September 19th to December 12th, the classes will be held from 9:30 to 10:30am.  A chair yoga session compliments
Arts & Crafts (Shannon) – Jack O’Lantern Decoration 4:00 PM
Arts & Crafts (Shannon) – Jack O’Lantern Decoration
Oct 24 @ 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Are you in for some spooky Halloween Jack O’Lantern fun? Come decorate and paint your own pumpkin! Free activity, pumpkins will be provided for, as well as paint and more decoration items! Open to all: families, elementary and secondary students
Tween-Tales: Kids’ Book Club – Morrin Center 6:00 PM
Tween-Tales: Kids’ Book Club – Morrin Center
Oct 24 @ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Tween-Tales:  Kids’ Book Club - Morrin Center @ Morrin Center
The Tweens Tales Book Club is for 11 to 13-year-old children. The children will have two to three weeks to read each book provided by the Morrin Centre. During the one-hour session, they will discuss, reflect on, and learn more
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Out & About – Cap Tourmente Snow Geese Migration 8:30 AM
Out & About – Cap Tourmente Snow Geese Migration
Oct 25 @ 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Out & About – Cap Tourmente Snow Geese Migration
You asked, and we’ve delivered! A fan favourite for bird and nature lovers, join us at Cap Tourmente for a fun-filled afternoon. Walking is involved (about .5km each way), so please pack lunch. Pickup Locations: Jeffery Hale Pavilion (for the West
Community Kitchen 9:30 AM
Community Kitchen
Oct 25 @ 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Join us as we cook a meal together. Our featured chef will show us some easy recipes for a day of cooking!  Enjoy lunch and bring home a portion too! Registration is required, participants will also be asked to contribute
VEQ’s Game Night, open to all 6:30 PM
VEQ’s Game Night, open to all
Oct 25 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
VEQ's Game Night, open to all @ Multipurpose Room, Jeffery Hale Pavilion
Don’t miss the next VEQ Game Night on Friday, October 25.  Hosted at the Jeffery Hale Pavilion from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., you can join other members of the English-speaking community (newcomers or not) for a fun, social evening with
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Members’ Day 2024 – Morrin Centre
Members’ Day 2024 – Morrin Centre
Oct 26 all day
SAVE THE DATE! It’s the Morrin Centre’s Annual Members’ Appreciation Day! More information coming soon.
Kanga gym: Group 1 – FULL 9:00 AM
Kanga gym: Group 1 – FULL
Oct 26 @ 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM
Kanga gym: Group 1 - FULL @ Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale
Group 1: 9:15-10:15 a.m. ( FULL!) Group 2: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Join us for our first-ever toddler gym class. Kanga Gym is an activity designed for toddlers aged 2 to 5 that focuses on developing your child’s gross motor skills while giving
Kanga gym: Group 2 10:30 AM
Kanga gym: Group 2
Oct 26 @ 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Kanga gym: Group 2 @ Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale
Note: Due to high demand, we have added a second group for this activity.  Group 1: 9:15-10:15 a.m. ( FULL!) Group 2: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Join us for our first-ever toddler gym class. Kanga Gym is an activity designed for toddlers aged
Storytime – Morrin Center 10:30 AM
Storytime – Morrin Center
Oct 26 @ 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Storytime - Morrin Center @ Morrin Center
Storytime is a literacy program for children ages 3 to 7. Each activity begins with the reading of a story followed by a craft inspired by its themes. Our objective is to foster children’s love of reading by providing fun, interactive
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In Stitches- Shannon Knitting Circle 1:00 PM
In Stitches- Shannon Knitting Circle
Oct 28 @ 1:00 PM – 4:00 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 david.zhu@veq.ca
Caring Chapters Club 1:30 PM
Caring Chapters Club
Oct 28 @ 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Caring Chapters Club @ Zoom from the comfort of your own home
The Caring Chapters Club is a weekly virtual book club mainly for caregivers. Reading will be spread over 10 weeks on Monday afternoons. Engage in open discussions, connect with fellow caregivers, and find solace in a community that understands. Join
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Chair Yoga – Shannon 9:30 AM
Chair Yoga – Shannon
Oct 29 @ 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 every Tuesday from September 17th to December 10th, the classes will be held from 9:30 to 10:30am.  A chair
S.T.E.A.M. Club: Workshop – Morrin Center 6:00 PM
S.T.E.A.M. Club: Workshop – Morrin Center
Oct 29 @ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
S.T.E.A.M. Club: Workshop - Morrin Center @ Morrin Center
The S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) Club welcomes children ages 8 to 12 who love to experiment, create, and learn more about the world around them. Each week, we will explore different science or artistic themes. This program promotes creativity,
Wellness Yoga 7:00 PM
Wellness Yoga
Oct 29 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Join us at the Wellness Centre this fall for Yoga relaxation sessions.  We will be using breath work and guided meditation to enhance relaxation while stretching and finding inner calmness. Open to all ages and levels; instructor Susa Bernard will show you
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50+ Fun Chair Yoga 9:00 AM
50+ Fun Chair Yoga
Oct 30 @ 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
50+ Fun Chair Yoga @ Jeffery Hale Pavilion
Discover our Fun Chair 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
English Discussion Group (Intermediate) – Morrin Centre 1:30 PM
English Discussion Group (Intermediate) – Morrin Centre
Oct 30 @ 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
English Discussion Groups are back!   Sessions will be held in-person at the Morrin Centre and are open to members only. To renew or to become a member, please click here. The intermediate group will be meeting every Wednesday at 1:30 PM for
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble 2:30 PM
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Oct 30 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
LOCAL VOCALS - English Language Singing Ensemble @ St Michael's Church
Local Vocals – English Language Singing Ensemble Do you enjoy singing? Are you keen on learning new songs? Join the Local Vocals, where music and camaraderie meet in a harmonious blend of cultural expression. Local Vocals offers a diverse auditory
HALLOWEEN S.T.E.A.M. CLUB SPECIAL EVENT – Morrin Center 6:00 PM
HALLOWEEN S.T.E.A.M. CLUB SPECIAL EVENT – Morrin Center
Oct 30 @ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
HALLOWEEN S.T.E.A.M. CLUB SPECIAL EVENT - Morrin Center @ Morrin Center
SAVE THE DATE! Guest Anne-Marionnette will join us for this unique and spooky Halloween S.T.E.A.M. Club event. Stay tuned for registration information! The S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) Club welcomes children ages 8 to 12 who love to experiment, create,
Photovoice Project 6:00 PM
Photovoice Project
Oct 30 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Photovoice Project
The Photovoice project is about storytelling with photos. Our goal is to capture your experience as an English speaker in Quebec through the photos you take and share. The four-week program includes: Guided group discussions to transform your images into
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Chair Yoga – Valcartier 9:30 AM
Chair Yoga – Valcartier
Oct 31 @ 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
VEQ in partnership the Municipality of Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartierwith will be hosting chair yoga classes in the Northern Perimeter.  Running every Thursday from September 19th to December 12th, the classes will be held from 9:30 to 10:30am.  A chair yoga session compliments
Lending Library – Quebec City Reading Counsel 10:00 AM
Lending Library – Quebec City Reading Counsel
Oct 31 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Visit our lending library on the last Thursday of the month (September to June) to borrow from our wonderful collection of books for children and parents. No appointment is necessary, and children are welcome. If you have any questions, please
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