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February 2010
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	01 Attention All Job Seekers: Multilingual Zone at the Foire de l'Emploi 7pm» Morrin Centre / Workshop / PITCHING AND CONCEPTUALIZING VIDEO GAMES	02 4:30pm» Morrin Centre / Advanced English Discussion Group 7pm» Morrin Centre / Book Club / The Book Club will give participants an opportunity	03 9:30am» Boite à Surprise Saint Foy! 7pm» Morrin Centre / Workshop / PITCHING AND CONCEPTUALIZING VIDEO GAMES	04	05 9:30am» Take-a-Break Drop In 7pm» Morrin Centre / Workshop / PITCHING AND CONCEPTUALIZING VIDEO GAMES 7:30pm» World Day of Prayer Service	06 10:30am» St Michael’s Church, Thrift Sale 10:30am» St Michael’s Church Thrift
07 (Week 10)	08 Attention All Job Seekers: Multilingual Zone at the Foire de l'Emploi 6pm» Celebrate International Women's Day 7:30pm» Irish Heritage Quebec Activity	09 1:30pm» Baby Chat Café 4:30pm» Morrin Centre / Advanced English Discussion Group	10 Urbanopolis 9:30am» Boite à Surprise Saint Foy! 11:30am» VEQ will arrange transportation to the Shannon Irish show again this year 1:30pm» Looking for a job? The FORT Program Career Tea 7pm» Moms' Nite-Out	11 11:30am» VEQ will arrange transportation to the Shannon Irish show again this year 7:30pm» Concert at Chalmers-Wesley	12 9:30am» Toddler Time 11:30am» VEQ will arrange transportation to the Shannon Irish show again this year	13 10am» Morrin Centre / Kids Readings at the Library! 11:30am» VEQ will arrange transportation to the Shannon Irish show again this year
14 (Week 11) 2pm» Morrin Centre / Music & Dance / Celebrating St-Patrick's Day : Le Violon Vert	15 Attention All Job Seekers: Multilingual Zone at the Foire de l'Emploi 7:30pm» Jewish History in Quebec City & Morrin Center Jail Tour	16 4:30pm» Morrin Centre / Advanced English Discussion Group	17 9:30am» Boite à Surprise Saint Foy!	18 8pm» Concert at Chalmers-Wesley	19 9:30am» Take-a-Break Drop In 5pm» VEQ’s St. Patrick’s Day Happy Hour	20 10am» Morrin Centre / Sports / Fencing Symposium 11:30am» St. Patrick's Day Parade
21 (Week 12)	22	23 1:30pm» Baby Chat Café 4:30pm» Morrin Centre / Advanced English Discussion Group	24 9:30am» Boite à Surprise Saint Foy!	25 12pm» National Adult Learners’ Week Special Information Session 7pm» Morrin Centre / THE BRITISH ARMY GARRISON IN QUEBEC 1759-1838 / Presented by Dr. 7:30pm» Concert at Chalmers-Wesley	26 9:30am» Chitchat Club 7pm» Moms' Nite-Out	27 10am» Morrin Centre / Kids Readings at the Library!
28 (Week 13)	29	30 4:30pm» Morrin Centre / Advanced English Discussion Group	31 9:30am» Boite à Surprise Saint Foy! 7pm» Moms' Night-Out

Description:

BE PREPARED
The FORT Program is helping the English-speaking community of Quebec City prepare for La Foire de l’emploi 2010 by hosting a Job Fair Career Tea on Wednesday, March 10 at 1:30 p.m.

Bring your resume to the Valcartier Family Centre on Wolfe Ave. and practice presenting yourself to employers in French. Qualified professionals will be on hand to coach you.

To sign-up or for more information, call the FORT Program at 418 649-6505

BE ASSESSED
Visit the Multilingual Zone to have your language level tested (both in English and/or French), learn about various multilingual resources available, or to participate in our icebreaker activity.

Don't forget to pick up a list of employers that are hiring bilingual (English/French) staff NOW!

The Foire de l'Emploi will be held Friday, March 19 from 10:00 am - 8:00 pm and Saturday, March 20 from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm at the Centre de foires de Québec (ExpoCité).

Be Informed
For more information visit foireemploi.com.

Time:

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Description:

Morrin Centre
PITCHING AND CONCEPTUALIZING VIDEO GAMES
This course will take participants through being given a theme and then being guided through the process of conceptualizing an idea, choosing the type of console they want to pitch for, breaking it down into core game features, developing those features, developing characters for their game, basic story lines, doing basic competitive analysis, and then helping them find ways to get these pitches seen by different companies or ways to get into the industry. This is a very accelerated course, lasting 2 weeks, 3 nights a week, to ensure that the creative process continues, and to get a sense of the real life pressures in the industry. Given by Jeromie Williams (Longtail Studios, Babel Games Services, Blue Lizard Games, and EA Montreal).

Also: Mr. Williams will give a chance to the most promising pitch and give that student the opportunity to recieve one on one feedback from industry experts in Quebec City!

In English
$100 for the entire course
$75 for students
Sign up deadline: February 15th 2010

Time:

4:30pm - 6:30pm

Description:

Morrin Centre
ADVANCED ENGLISH DISCUSSION GROUP
Back by popular demand, our Advanced English Discussion Group has been a great success! Are you looking for a good way to keep up your English? Join us for an advanced-level discussion group. In an informal and friendly setting, various themes will be discussed to help participants improve their conversation skills. Workshop given by Karina Côté and Annie Laliberté. Sign up today; places are limited!

In English
Sign up deadline: January 5th 2010
Free

Time:

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Description:

Morrin Centre
BOOK CLUB
The Book Club will give participants an opportunity to discuss and compare Canadian novels, in a laid back and friendly setting. We will share our impressions and ideas regarding 4 selected novels. The novels presented mainly take place in isolated settings, in rural and distant places, lost and almost forgotten. The novels set forth characters in search of an inviting home and sense of belonging, necessary for their redemption. Who has seen the wind, by W.O. Mitchell, Three days road, by Joseph Boydens, La porte du Nord, by Vithomir Athik, The Shipping News, by Annie Proulx. Workshop given by Johanne Brochu, professor ÉSAD (École supérieure d'aménagement du territoire et de développement régional), Laval University. Sign up today; places are limited!

Free
Sign up deadline: January 5th 2010

Time:

9:30am - 11:30am

Description:

Boite à Surprise Saint Foy!

The Valcartier Family Centre is looking for families to join their Boite a Surprise Wednesday mornings from 9:30 am to 11:30 am in Saint Foy (1039 Wolfe Ave) There will be Parent-Child (0-5 year olds) activities available such as Crafts, Games, Outings and Social Activities.
Priority is given to military families and open to civilians where space is available.
Cost per session :
13 $ per child
20 $ for 2 two or more children from the same family.
Sessions run approximately 11 weeks .
3 sessions of :Fall, Winter, Spring

For more information or to register contact Tanya Langlois 418-844-6060

Time:

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Description:

Morrin Centre
PITCHING AND CONCEPTUALIZING VIDEO GAMES
This course will take participants through being given a theme and then being guided through the process of conceptualizing an idea, choosing the type of console they want to pitch for, breaking it down into core game features, developing those features, developing characters for their game, basic story lines, doing basic competitive analysis, and then helping them find ways to get these pitches seen by different companies or ways to get into the industry. This is a very accelerated course, lasting 2 weeks, 3 nights a week, to ensure that the creative process continues, and to get a sense of the real life pressures in the industry. Given by Jeromie Williams (Longtail Studios, Babel Games Services, Blue Lizard Games, and EA Montreal).

Also: Mr. Williams will give a chance to the most promising pitch and give that student the opportunity to recieve one on one feedback from industry experts in Quebec City!

In English
$100 for the entire course
$75 for students
Sign up deadline: February 15th 2010

Time:

9:30am - 11:30am

Description:

Take-a-Break Drop In is a great place for parents with children under five to get together while their children are being cared for by qualified volunteers. Relax, exchange parenting tips, make new friends, get support, enjoy guest speakers and much more. Join us for a visit from nurse, Cathy Sullivan from Québec City’s Anti-poison Centre.

Please note that the goal of the program is to break the isolation of English-speaking parents living in the Quebec City region. (Sorry, it is not an opportunity to practice English as a second language).

The Drop In is held at Jeffery Hale Community Services in the Jeffery Hale Pavilion, 1270 ch. Ste-Foy, Quebec. Free parking. By bus, you can take the #7 along ch. Ste-Foy, or the #800 or #801 along René-Lévesque and the walk down Avenue Holland.

For more details, please call Community Services at 418 684-5333, ext. 1539.

Time:

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Description:

Morrin Centre
PITCHING AND CONCEPTUALIZING VIDEO GAMES
This course will take participants through being given a theme and then being guided through the process of conceptualizing an idea, choosing the type of console they want to pitch for, breaking it down into core game features, developing those features, developing characters for their game, basic story lines, doing basic competitive analysis, and then helping them find ways to get these pitches seen by different companies or ways to get into the industry. This is a very accelerated course, lasting 2 weeks, 3 nights a week, to ensure that the creative process continues, and to get a sense of the real life pressures in the industry. Given by Jeromie Williams (Longtail Studios, Babel Games Services, Blue Lizard Games, and EA Montreal).

Also: Mr. Williams will give a chance to the most promising pitch and give that student the opportunity to recieve one on one feedback from industry experts in Quebec City!

In English
$100 for the entire course
$75 for students
Sign up deadline: February 15th 2010

Time:

7:30pm

Description:

All are welcome to attend an ecumenical and bilingual service which focuses on Camaroon to be held at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, corner of rue Cook and rue Ste-Anne in Old Quebec on Friday, March 5th, at 7:30pm. This annual service prepared by the Women's Inter-Church Council of Canada is organized in Quebec City by women of Chalmers-Wesley United, église unie Saint-Pierre, St. Andrew's Presbyterian, the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity and St. Patrick's Church. For more information, please contact Shirley Nadeau at 418-649-5394.

Time:

10:30am - 2:30pm

Description:

St Michael’s Church, 1800 Chemin Saint-Louis, will hold its monthly sale, The Thrift, from 10:30 to 1 p.m. Clothing, jewellery, English and French books for children and adults, dishware, household goods, odds & ends, toys and collectables. Good quality, good condition. Unbeatable prices. Everyone welcome.

Time:

10:30am - 1:30pm

Description:

Saturday, March 6th St Michael’s Church, 1800 Chemin Saint-Louis, will hold its monthly sale, The Thrift, from 10:30 to 1 p.m. Clothing, jewellery, English and French books for children and adults, dishware, household goods, odds & ends, toys and collectables. Good quality, good condition. Unbeatable prices. Everyone welcome.

Description:

BE PREPARED
The FORT Program is helping the English-speaking community of Quebec City prepare for La Foire de l’emploi 2010 by hosting a Job Fair Career Tea on Wednesday, March 10 at 1:30 p.m.

Bring your resume to the Valcartier Family Centre on Wolfe Ave. and practice presenting yourself to employers in French. Qualified professionals will be on hand to coach you.

To sign-up or for more information, call the FORT Program at 418 649-6505

BE ASSESSED
Visit the Multilingual Zone to have your language level tested (both in English and/or French), learn about various multilingual resources available, or to participate in our icebreaker activity.

Don't forget to pick up a list of employers that are hiring bilingual (English/French) staff NOW!

The Foire de l'Emploi will be held Friday, March 19 from 10:00 am - 8:00 pm and Saturday, March 20 from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm at the Centre de foires de Québec (ExpoCité).

Be Informed
For more information visit foireemploi.com.

Time:

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Description:

Come celebrate International Women's Day from 6 to 8 pm at Easter Quebec Learning Centre, 3005 Wiliam-Stuart (sainte-Foy). Women, bring your mug and something sweet to share. Make friends, network, and create something special just for you. Info: zigzagmlt@yahoo.ca or susannebergmann@yahoo.com.

Time:

7:30pm - 9:30pm

Description:

Monday, March 8 Irish Heritage Quebec will hold an activity at 7:30 PM in McMahon Hall at St. Patrick’s Church, 1145 De Salaberry, Quebec. Lorraine O’Donnell will give a conference on the development and content of the Being Irish O’Quebec Exhibition. Lorraine O’Donnell was curator of this Exhibition which opened in March 2009 at the McCord Museum of McGill University. McCord Museum has recently extended the Exhibition until October 11, 2010. Refreshments will be served and parking stubs for Ilot St-Patrick will be validated. For more information contact IHQ at 418-527-2238

Time:

1:30pm - 3:30pm

Description:

If your baby is under one year of age, you are invited to this get together; a great chance to meet and chat with other parents of babies. Members of our Jeffery Hale’s early childhood services team may also drop by to talk about subjects of interest. Join us for Coffee & Conversation.

You do not have to register to participate and there is no cost.Sorry, but we do not have volunteers to care for your older children at the Baby Chat Café. If you cannot find alternative care for your older children, we suggest you try the Take-a-Break Drop In instead.

The Baby Chat Café is held at Jeffery Hale Community Services in the Pavilion, 1270 ch. Ste-Foy, Quebec from 1:30 to 3:30 pm.

Parking is free; just bring in your coupon to be stamped. By bus, you can take the #7 along ch. Ste-Foy, or the #800 or #801 along René-Lévesque and the walk down Avenue Holland.

For more details, please call Community Services at 418 684-5333, ext. 1539.

Time:

4:30pm - 6:30pm

Description:

Morrin Centre
ADVANCED ENGLISH DISCUSSION GROUP
Back by popular demand, our Advanced English Discussion Group has been a great success! Are you looking for a good way to keep up your English? Join us for an advanced-level discussion group. In an informal and friendly setting, various themes will be discussed to help participants improve their conversation skills. Workshop given by Karina Côté and Annie Laliberté. Sign up today; places are limited!

In English
Sign up deadline: January 5th 2010
Free

Time:

All day event

Description:

What does the future hold for the urban planet? The Musée de la civilization is holding an exhibition presenting the role human creativity has played in the evolution of urban societies over the centuries. Between imagination and reality, Urbanopolis emphasizes the great universal subjects of progress, construction and nature in direct link with urban environments. Until April 19, 2009.

Musée de la civilisation
418 643-2158
1 866 710-8031
www.mcq.org/index_en.html

Time:

9:30am - 11:30am

Description:

Boite à Surprise Saint Foy!

The Valcartier Family Centre is looking for families to join their Boite a Surprise Wednesday mornings from 9:30 am to 11:30 am in Saint Foy (1039 Wolfe Ave) There will be Parent-Child (0-5 year olds) activities available such as Crafts, Games, Outings and Social Activities.
Priority is given to military families and open to civilians where space is available.
Cost per session :
13 $ per child
20 $ for 2 two or more children from the same family.
Sessions run approximately 11 weeks .
3 sessions of :Fall, Winter, Spring

For more information or to register contact Tanya Langlois 418-844-6060

Time:

11:30am - 3:30pm

Description:

Come and enjoy this Irish dancing spectacular! For people of all ages.

Date: Saturday, March 13
Show Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Tickets: $8/adults, $3 (7-12 yrs.)
Limited tickets are available at the door.

For further information about the show, contact Cathy Griffin at 418-844-1441.

To register for the bus, contact VEQ at 418-683-2366 ext. 222 or by email at coordinator@veq.ca.

Bus departure time: 11:30 am
Bus return time: approx. 3:30 pm

Bus pick up and drop off location: Jeffery Hale Hospital parking lot: 1270 Chemin Sainte-Foy.

Cost: FREE

Time:

1:30pm - 3:30pm

Description:

Looking for a job? The FORT Program is helping the English-speaking community of Quebec City prepare for La Foire de l’emploi 2010. Come and participate
in our special Job Fair Career Tea March 10th at 1:30 pm. Bring your resume and practice presenting yourself to employers in French for this special occasion. Qualified professionals will be there to coach you. To sign up or for more information, call us at 418 649-6505

Time:

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Description:

Every mom needs time out from parental responsibilities now and then. It's perfectly normal. Admit it - you're dying to make some new women friends who are in the same life stage and who speak English!

Community Services has been helping to organize Moms' Nite-Out activities for a number of years now for mothers of preschool aged children. These evenings have become very popular and newcomers are ALWAYS welcome!

Moms please join us for an International Pot Luck hosted by Chelsea & Sharlene on Wednesday, March 10 at 7 pm in the Jeffery Hale Pavilion (1270, chemin Ste-Foy). For more information or to register, please call 418 684-5333 Ext 1539.

Time:

11:30am - 3:30pm

Description:

Come and enjoy this Irish dancing spectacular! For people of all ages.

Date: Saturday, March 13
Show Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Tickets: $8/adults, $3 (7-12 yrs.)
Limited tickets are available at the door.

For further information about the show, contact Cathy Griffin at 418-844-1441.

To register for the bus, contact VEQ at 418-683-2366 ext. 222 or by email at coordinator@veq.ca.

Bus departure time: 11:30 am
Bus return time: approx. 3:30 pm

Bus pick up and drop off location: Jeffery Hale Hospital parking lot: 1270 Chemin Sainte-Foy.

Cost: FREE

Time:

7:30pm

Description:

Come and hear advanced students of the Conservatory of Music perform on French horn and violin at Chalmers-Wesley United Church, 78 rue Ste-Ursule in Old Quebec. Free admission.

Time:

9:30am - 11:00am

Description:

Toddler Time is a fun activity just for 3 and 4 year olds. Come sing songs, hear stories and make crafts. This month’s theme is Animals and Pets.

Toddler Time is brought to you by Jeffery Hale Community Services, the Quebec City Reading Council and Saint Brigid's Home. This activity takes place at Saint Brigid's Home, 1645, ch. St-Louis, Sillery. Free parking, bus routes #11 and #25.

9:30 to 11:30 a.m. $1 per child for materials.

Maximum of 10 tots. To reserve your place, please call Community Services at 418 684-5333, ext. 1580.

Time:

11:30am - 3:30pm

Description:

Come and enjoy this Irish dancing spectacular! For people of all ages.

Date: Saturday, March 13
Show Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Tickets: $8/adults, $3 (7-12 yrs.)
Limited tickets are available at the door.

For further information about the show, contact Cathy Griffin at 418-844-1441.

To register for the bus, contact VEQ at 418-683-2366 ext. 222 or by email at coordinator@veq.ca.

Bus departure time: 11:30 am
Bus return time: approx. 3:30 pm

Bus pick up and drop off location: Jeffery Hale Hospital parking lot: 1270 Chemin Sainte-Foy.

Cost: FREE

Time:

10:00am

Description:

Morrin Centre
KIDS READINGS
Our free Kids Readings at the Library are a great way to help kids learn how to read, explore themes in English and hear fascinating stories. Selected books, based on an interesting theme, will be read out loud, in English. The reading will be followed by a fun craft; don’t miss this exciting event for kids! Reading is a great way to open kids’ minds and enable them to discover the world. Reading also helps build vocabulary, promotes new ideas and enhances linguistic skills. Best of all, it increases creativity and helps to develop the imagination, through stories and adventures. Given by Marielle Feenstra.

SPECIAL REQUEST Interested in taking part in a Parent’s Committee? We are looking for enthusiastic parents with great ideas to improve the kids section at the library and the kids activities throughout the year! Please contact us.

10 a.m.
In English
Free

Time:

11:30am - 3:30pm

Description:

Come and enjoy this Irish dancing spectacular! For people of all ages.

Date: Saturday, March 13
Show Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Tickets: $8/adults, $3 (7-12 yrs.)
Limited tickets are available at the door.

For further information about the show, contact Cathy Griffin at 418-844-1441.

To register for the bus, contact VEQ at 418-683-2366 ext. 222 or by email at coordinator@veq.ca.

Bus departure time: 11:30 am
Bus return time: approx. 3:30 pm

Bus pick up and drop off location: Jeffery Hale Hospital parking lot: 1270 Chemin Sainte-Foy.

Cost: FREE

Time:

2:00pm

Description:

Morrin Centre
MUSIC & DANCE
CELEBRATING ST-PATRICK’S DAY: LE VIOLON VERT
Back for the first time since the 2009 Quebec City Celtic Festival, the talented dancers from Le Violon Vert are ready to share their passion once more. After the show, the audience will be invited to take part in a dance workshop. Come learn new steps and join in the fun, as we celebrate St-Patrick’s Day!

Free 12 years-old and under
$8 13-16 years old
$10 adults

Reserve your tickets today!

Description:

BE PREPARED
The FORT Program is helping the English-speaking community of Quebec City prepare for La Foire de l’emploi 2010 by hosting a Job Fair Career Tea on Wednesday, March 10 at 1:30 p.m.

Bring your resume to the Valcartier Family Centre on Wolfe Ave. and practice presenting yourself to employers in French. Qualified professionals will be on hand to coach you.

To sign-up or for more information, call the FORT Program at 418 649-6505

BE ASSESSED
Visit the Multilingual Zone to have your language level tested (both in English and/or French), learn about various multilingual resources available, or to participate in our icebreaker activity.

Don't forget to pick up a list of employers that are hiring bilingual (English/French) staff NOW!

The Foire de l'Emploi will be held Friday, March 19 from 10:00 am - 8:00 pm and Saturday, March 20 from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm at the Centre de foires de Québec (ExpoCité).

Be Informed
For more information visit foireemploi.com.

Time:

7:30pm - 9:30pm

Description:

Monday March 15, 2010, 7:30 PM

Please join the Québec City Women’s Club at the Morrin Centre for an intriguing look at the history of Jewish culture in our region by Simon Jacobs, Executive Director of the Morrin Center. Simon will also provide an interesting look at the dark side of the Morrin Center Jail. 44 Chaussee de Ecossais, Quebec, QC. Parking is available in the parking lot near the Québec City Hall. For further information, please contact Debbie Stowe, 418-844-1840.

Time:

4:30pm - 6:30pm

Description:

Morrin Centre
ADVANCED ENGLISH DISCUSSION GROUP
Back by popular demand, our Advanced English Discussion Group has been a great success! Are you looking for a good way to keep up your English? Join us for an advanced-level discussion group. In an informal and friendly setting, various themes will be discussed to help participants improve their conversation skills. Workshop given by Karina Côté and Annie Laliberté. Sign up today; places are limited!

In English
Sign up deadline: January 5th 2010
Free

Time:

9:30am - 11:30am

Description:

Boite à Surprise Saint Foy!

The Valcartier Family Centre is looking for families to join their Boite a Surprise Wednesday mornings from 9:30 am to 11:30 am in Saint Foy (1039 Wolfe Ave) There will be Parent-Child (0-5 year olds) activities available such as Crafts, Games, Outings and Social Activities.
Priority is given to military families and open to civilians where space is available.
Cost per session :
13 $ per child
20 $ for 2 two or more children from the same family.
Sessions run approximately 11 weeks .
3 sessions of :Fall, Winter, Spring

For more information or to register contact Tanya Langlois 418-844-6060

Time:

8:00pm

Description:

Please join us for a "Concert des Professeurs" of the Conservatory of Music at Chalmers-Wesley United Church, 78 rue Ste-Ursule in Old Quebec.

Time:

9:30am - 11:30am

Description:

Take-a-Break Drop In is a great place for parents with children under five to get together while their children are being cared for by qualified volunteers. Relax, exchange parenting tips, make new friends, get support, enjoy guest speakers and much more. Join us for Coffee & Conversation with other parents.

Please note that the goal of the program is to break the isolation of English-speaking parents living in the Quebec City region. (Sorry, it is not an opportunity to practice English as a second language).

The Drop In is held at Jeffery Hale Community Services in the Jeffery Hale Pavilion, 1270 ch. Ste-Foy, Quebec. Free parking. By bus, you can take the #7 along ch. Ste-Foy, or the #800 or #801 along René-Lévesque and the walk down Avenue Holland.

For more details, please call Community Services at 418 684-5333, ext. 1539.

Time:

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Description:

A variety of finger foods will be served in a great atmosphere with good friends new and old!Date: Friday, March 19
Time: 5:00 – 7:00
Location: Cage Au Sport – Place Laurier

We have some great door prizes to be won!

Please RSVP by March 12 to coordinator@veq.ca or call 418-683-2366 ext. 222.

Enjoy the first St. Patrick’s Day parade in 80 years the following day, Saturday, March 20th. The parade route will go through downtown and end at City Hall.

Time:

10:00am - 6:30pm

Description:

Morrin Centre
SPORTS
FENCING SYMPOSIUM / SYMPOSIUM D’ESCRIME
The Symposium d’Escrime de Québec (SEQ) aims to promote the practice of armed martial arts, related to swords or other historical weapons, both Eastern and Western. Participants all share a common passion for these arts and this event is an excellent way to see what is going on outside traditional clubs and dojo. Spectators and enthusiasts are welcome to share in this special event! For more information and registration: www.seq2010.wordpress.com

10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
$130 for the entire day
($100 if registered before January 1st)

Reserve your place today!

Time:

11:30am

Description:

Starts at 11:30 at St. Patrick's High School on ave de Salaberry.

Time:

1:30pm - 3:30pm

Description:

If your baby is under one year of age, you are invited to this get together; a great chance to meet and chat with other parents of babies. Members of our Jeffery Hale’s early childhood services team may also drop by to talk about subjects of interest. Learn more about Poison Control 101 from nurse Cathy Sullivan.

You do not have to register to participate and there is no cost. Sorry, but we do not have volunteers to care for your older children at the Baby Chat Café. If you cannot find alternative care for your older children, we suggest you try the Take-a-Break Drop In instead.

The Baby Chat Café is held at Jeffery Hale Community Services in the Pavilion, 1270 ch. Ste-Foy, Quebec from 1:30 to 3:30 pm.

Parking is free; just bring in your coupon to be stamped. By bus, you can take the #7 along ch. Ste-Foy, or the #800 or #801 along René-Lévesque and the walk down Avenue Holland.

For more details, please call Community Services at 418 684-5333, ext. 1539.

Time:

4:30pm - 6:30pm

Description:

Morrin Centre
ADVANCED ENGLISH DISCUSSION GROUP
Back by popular demand, our Advanced English Discussion Group has been a great success! Are you looking for a good way to keep up your English? Join us for an advanced-level discussion group. In an informal and friendly setting, various themes will be discussed to help participants improve their conversation skills. Workshop given by Karina Côté and Annie Laliberté. Sign up today; places are limited!

In English
Sign up deadline: January 5th 2010
Free

Time:

9:30am - 11:30am

Description:

Boite à Surprise Saint Foy!

The Valcartier Family Centre is looking for families to join their Boite a Surprise Wednesday mornings from 9:30 am to 11:30 am in Saint Foy (1039 Wolfe Ave) There will be Parent-Child (0-5 year olds) activities available such as Crafts, Games, Outings and Social Activities.
Priority is given to military families and open to civilians where space is available.
Cost per session :
13 $ per child
20 $ for 2 two or more children from the same family.
Sessions run approximately 11 weeks .
3 sessions of :Fall, Winter, Spring

For more information or to register contact Tanya Langlois 418-844-6060

Time:

12:00pm - 4:00pm

Description:

National Adult Learners’ Week Special Information Session Learn how to have your out-of-province experience and education recognized in Quebec!
Thursday, March 25th at 12h00-14h00 at the Valcartier Family Centre, 1039 avenue Wolfe in Ste Foy. Free parking! Bring your CV and a lunch. Door prizes!
Facilitated by Jean Laflamme, Eastern Quebec Learning Center Guidance Counsellor.
For more information please contact the Quebec City Reading Council at (418) 681-1258 or info@qcrc.org. Presented by Quebec City Reading Council, Valcartier Family Centre and EQLC

Time:

7:00pm

Description:

Morrin Centre
HISTORICAL CONFERENCE
THE BRITISH ARMY GARRISON IN QUEBEC 1759-1838
This lecture will explore the garrison presence and make it clear that far from being passive red-coated bystanders who were isolated from and largely indifferent to the urban life unfolding around them, the soldiers of the Quebec garrison were active and visible participants in a host of activities of various types. These activities made them a fixture in various aspects of town life and brought them into constant contact with the town’s civilian population. Presented by Dr. Larry Ostola, Director General, National Historic Sites Parcs Canada.

In English
$8 members / $10 non-members
Please RSVP

Time:

7:30pm

Description:

Come and hear advanced students of the Conservatory of Music perform on trombone and voice at Chalmers-Wesley United Church, 78 rue Ste-Ursule in Old Quebec. Admission free.

Time:

9:30am - 11:30am

Description:

The Chitchat Club is tailor-made for those who wish to practice speaking French and/or English while keeping their hands busy. These second language conversation groups meet monthly and pair Francophones with English-speakers.

Volunteer second language teachers act as conversation monitors and guide discussion groups while chatty volunteers work in teams to wash toys, prepare children’s crafts, organize materials, and attend to other interesting assignments at Jeffery Hale Community Services.

Register today for our next volunteer chitchat session by calling 418 684-5333, extension 1539.

Time:

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Description:

Every mom needs time out from parental responsibilities now and then. It's perfectly normal. Admit it - you're dying to make some new women friends who are in the same life stage and who speak English!

Community Services has been helping to organize Moms' Nite-Out activities for a number of years now for mothers of preschool aged children. These evenings have become very popular and newcomers are ALWAYS welcome!

Moms please join us for a Java Gab Session hosted by Clara on Friday, March 26 at 7 pm. For more information or to register, please call 418 684-5333 Ext 1539.

Time:

10:00am

Description:

Morrin Centre
KIDS READINGS
Our free Kids Readings at the Library are a great way to help kids learn how to read, explore themes in English and hear fascinating stories. Selected books, based on an interesting theme, will be read out loud, in English. The reading will be followed by a fun craft; don’t miss this exciting event for kids! Reading is a great way to open kids’ minds and enable them to discover the world. Reading also helps build vocabulary, promotes new ideas and enhances linguistic skills. Best of all, it increases creativity and helps to develop the imagination, through stories and adventures. Given by Marielle Feenstra.

SPECIAL REQUEST Interested in taking part in a Parent’s Committee? We are looking for enthusiastic parents with great ideas to improve the kids section at the library and the kids activities throughout the year! Please contact us.

10 a.m.
In English
Free

Time:

4:30pm - 6:30pm

Description:

Morrin Centre
ADVANCED ENGLISH DISCUSSION GROUP
Back by popular demand, our Advanced English Discussion Group has been a great success! Are you looking for a good way to keep up your English? Join us for an advanced-level discussion group. In an informal and friendly setting, various themes will be discussed to help participants improve their conversation skills. Workshop given by Karina Côté and Annie Laliberté. Sign up today; places are limited!

In English
Sign up deadline: January 5th 2010
Free

Time:

9:30am - 11:30am

Description:

Boite à Surprise Saint Foy!

The Valcartier Family Centre is looking for families to join their Boite a Surprise Wednesday mornings from 9:30 am to 11:30 am in Saint Foy (1039 Wolfe Ave) There will be Parent-Child (0-5 year olds) activities available such as Crafts, Games, Outings and Social Activities.
Priority is given to military families and open to civilians where space is available.
Cost per session :
13 $ per child
20 $ for 2 two or more children from the same family.
Sessions run approximately 11 weeks .
3 sessions of :Fall, Winter, Spring

For more information or to register contact Tanya Langlois 418-844-6060

Time:

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Description:

Every mom needs time out from parental responsibilities now and then. It's perfectly normal. Admit it - you're dying to make some new women friends who are in the same life stage and who speak English!

Community Services has been helping to organize Moms' Nite-Out activities for a number of years now for mothers of preschool aged children. These evenings have become very popular and newcomers are ALWAYS welcome!

Moms please join us for a Mod Podge Medley event hosted by Joanne on Wednesday, March 31 at 7 pm. For more information or to register, please call 418 684-5333 Ext 1539.