Festivals, Celebrations & Special Events - Ville de Sherbrooke

Festivals, Celebrations & Special EventsAPRIL 22BOROUGH OF ROCK FOREST–SAINT-ÉLIE–DEAUVILLE VOLUNTEERRECEPTIONLocation: Hôtellerie Le Boulevard(Borough of Rock Forest–Saint-Élie–Deauville)Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.APRIL 28AUTISM AWARENESS WALKORGANIZED BY THE SOCIÉTÉDE L’AUTISME ET DES TROUBLESENVAHISSANTS DU DÉVELOPPEMENTDE L’ESTRIE (SATEDE)Location: Parc Jacques-Cartier and the Promenade duLac-des-Nations (Borough of Jacques-Cartier)Time: Noon to 4:30 p.m. (Welcome and registration: noon)Information: 819-823-6610APRIL 28 AND 29FLEA MARKETCHEVALIERS DE COLOMBCONSEIL 9086Location: Centre Julien-Ducharme (Borough of Fleurimont)Information: Éric Carbonneau, 819-569-6452APRIL 29POSE UN GESTEWALK ORGANIZED BYTHE CANADIAN ORGANDONORS ASSOCIATIONLocation: Parc Jacques-Cartier and Promenade duLac-des-Nations (Borough of Jacques-Cartier)Time: 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.Relay race and walk to promote organ and tissue donation.Information: 819-437-0763MAY 18, 19 AND 20ANNUAL WATERCOLOUREXHIBITION BY THE ÔBELLE ARTISTSLocation: Armand-Nadeau pavilion at Parc Jacques-Cartier(Borough of Jacques-Cartier)Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.Free activityDon’t miss this exhibit!Information: 819-566-0199MAY 19JOURNÉE DE LA FAMILLEBOROUGH OF FLEURIMONTLocation: Centre Julien-Ducharme (Borough of Fleurimont)Information: 819-565-0522MAY 2611 th EDITION OFTHE JOURNÉE FORESTIÈRELocation: Sherbrooke airportInformation: 819-562-3388http://www.afce.qc.ca/activites_la_foret_jardinee.aspMAY 26 AND 27FLEA MARKETLocation: 731, chemin de Notre-Dame-des-Mères(Borough of Brompton)Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.Cost: $20 to rent a tableActivity organized by the Loisirs de Notre-Dame-des-Mères.MAY 27TAKE A LIFESAVING STEPTHE KIDNEY WALK OF THE KIDNEYFOUNDATION OF CANADALocation: Parc Jacques-Cartier, meet at the dance shelter(Borough of Jacques-Cartier)Time: Beginning at 9 a.m.Information: 819-564-2440, www.reinquebec.caFestivals, Celebrations & Special EventsINFOSHERBROOKOIS | Spring - Summer 2012 135

Festivals, Celebrations & Special EventsFestivals, Celebrations & Special EventsMAY 27FÊTE FAMILLEBOROUGH OF ROCK FOREST–SAINT-ÉLIE–DEAUVILLELocation: Parc Central (Borough of Rock Forest–Saint-Élie–Deauville)Time: 9:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.The Borough, in cooperation with local organizations, ishosting a variety of activities. Inflatable games and a varietyof booths, as well as new activities including a soapbox derby,a ”happening jeunesse” event for teens, a scooter race, and arelay race on an outdoor trail where different generations canjoin in the fun. Free admission and activities!Information: 819-564-7444MAY 27HAPPENING JEUNESSELocation: Parc Central (Borough of Rock Forest–Saint-Élie–Deauville)Time: 1 to 10 p.m.The Centre regroupement jeunesse Rock Forest invites you toparticipate in its ”happening” event, including a free, healthysupper.Information: Robert Bouthillier, 819-822-0369MAY 27SOAPBOX DERBYLocation: Parc Beaulieu(Borough of Rock Forest–Saint-Élie–Deauville)Loisirs Acti-Famille invites you to come and enjoy this mustseefamily activity!Information: 819-864-9508, www.loisirsactifamille.comJUNE 1 TO 3INTERNATIONALRADIO CONTROLLED JETS 2012Location: Sherbrooke airportInformation: www.RCRallies.com/Jets2012JUNE 2GRAND PRIX SCOUTDE BROMPTON 2012SOAPBOX DERBYLocation: To be determined (Borough of Brompton)Time: To be determinedInformation: Charles Durocher, 819-346-1278JUNE 3FÊTE DES FAMILLESBOROUGH OF JACQUES-CARTIERLocation: Parc du Marquis-de-Montcalm (Mitchell-Montcalmschool grounds) (Borough of Jacques-Cartier)The Borough has prepared a variety of activities for thewhole family. Activities, surprises, and games will be offeredfree of charge. Watch for our flyer or call the Borough officefor details.Information: 819-822-6043136INFOSHERBROOKOIS | Spring - Summer 2012

Festivals, Celebrations & Special EventsJUNE 5FÊTE CHAMPÊTRE DES AÎNÉSBOROUGH OF JACQUES-CARTIERLocation: Parc Jacques-Cartier (Borough of Jacques-Cartier)Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Various activities for seniors: Dancing, mini golf, shuffleboardand more!Information: 819-566-8647JUNE 8, 9 AND 10FÊTE DE LA PÊCHE – SPECIALACTIVITY OF THE ASSOCIATION DELA RIVIÈRE MAGOG INC. (ARMI)Location: Rest stop, located on Université Blvd., near rue Nick(Borough of Rock Forest–Saint-Élie–Deauville)This fishing activity is offered to adults and children ages6 to 16.JUNE 9 AND 1023 rd EDITION OFFRIENDSHIP DAYThis 23 rd edition of Friendship Day promises to be anoutstanding one! The program will include a parade, artisanfair, entertainment, and lots of activities for children andadults. Be prepared for a few surprises with several newactivities taking place throughout the day!For more details, see pages 163 and 164.JUNE 10CRÊPE TASTINGMAISON DES GRANDS-PARENTSLocation: Armand-Nadeau pavilion at Parc Jacques-Cartier(Borough of Jacques-Cartier)Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.Information: 819-820-9803JUNE 23FÊTE NATIONALELocation: Parc Nault (Borough of Brompton)Time: 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.Live music, fireworks, street performers, bonfire, and more!Don’t miss it!Borough of Brompton residents will receive the program bymail in early June.Information: 819-846-2757JUNE 23FÊTE NATIONALELocation: Parc Olivier-Chauveau (Borough of Jacques-Cartier)Time: 4 p.m. to midnightActivities for the whole family, shows, street performers,bonfire, and fireworks.Join our celebration!Information: 819-563-0721JUNE 23FÊTE NATIONALELocation: Parc Jacques-Cartier (Borough of Jacques-Cartier)Shows and activities for everyone! Look for the program in themedia or consult the Web site www.fetesnationales.qc.ca.Information: 819-823-2424JUNE 24FÊTE NATIONALELocation: 731, chemin de Notre-Dame-des-Mères(Borough of Brompton)Time: Beginning at 2 p.m.Friendly horseshoe and beanbag tournaments followed by anevening bonfire.Activity organized by the Loisirs de Notre-Dame-des-Mères.Festivals, Celebrations & Special EventsFête nationaleFête de la pêcheINFOSHERBROOKOIS | Spring - Summer 2012 137

Festivals, Celebrations & Special EventsFestivals, Celebrations & Special EventsJUNE 24FÊTE NATIONALEQUEBEC MASSLocation: Saint-Élie-d’Orford church, 7205, chemin de Saint-Élie(Borough of Rock Forest–Saint-Élie–Deauville)Everyone is invited to participate in a Quebec mass at 10 a.m.Information: 819-564-7444JUNE 25 TO JULY 1TRANSAT VACATIONSPIF CLASSICLocation: Parc Quintal (Borough of Fleurimont)The Transat Vacations Pif Classic will celebrate its37 th anniversary this year! Many activities are planned forthe whole family, including the traditional fireworks, eveningperformances, inflatable games, home run derby, and more.Over the years, the Pif Classic has become a high calibreNorth American-wide competition. Once again this year, thetournament will gather the best slo-pitch teams from Canadaand the US, including the Canada-US invitational divisions.Access to the site is free for everyone.Information: 819-821-7433, classiquepif@pif.com,www.classiquepif.comJUNE 30 AND JULY 1LES FAUCHEURS DE MARGUERITESANNUAL AVIATION FLY-INLocation: Sherbrooke airportInformation: 819-878-3998, www.lesfaucheurs.comJULY 1CANADA DAYLocation: Parc Jacques-Cartier (Borough of Jacques-Cartier)Time: 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.On the program: Children’s activities, inflatable games,face painting, shows, fireworks, and much more!Information: 819-822-3409, www.celafete.caJULY 10 TO 15FÊTE DU LAC DES NATIONSLocation: Parc Jacques-Cartier (Borough of Jacques-Cartier)Information: 819-569-5888www.fetedulacdesnations.comAUGUST 8 TO 12FESTIVAL DES TRADITIONSDU MONDE DE SHERBROOKELocation: Parc Quintal (Borough of Fleurimont)The Festival des traditions du monde de Sherbrooke willcelebrate its 15 th anniversary this year. The Festival is first andforemost a celebration of world cultures and traditions. Ithas become the ideal place for discoveries, surprises, friendlygatherings, and is a unique window on the world – celebratingcultural diversity.Through food tastings, artistic creations, craft exhibits, workshopsand sports competitions, the various cultural communities worktogether to showcase their rich traditions and values.This unique event has increased in popularity, contributing tothe harmonization of interethnic relations and a reduction inracial tensions. Free admission to a huge site allows for tensof thousands of visitors to cross cultural bridges.See the world from a different perspective!Information: www.ftms.caFestival des traditions du mondeTransat VacationsPif ClassicFamilifête138INFOSHERBROOKOIS | Spring - Summer 2012

Festivals, Celebrations & Special EventsAUGUST 18 AND 19FAMILIFÊTE 2012 (26 th edition)Location: Parc Alguéric-Bussière, corner of Belvédère Sudand McManamy (Borough of Mont-Bellevue)Schedule: Saturday, August 18, 2 to 10 p.m.,Sunday, August 19, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.Cost: Free admissionThis annual celebration is a unique opportunity for neighboursto chat and have fun in the welcoming atmosphere of ParcAlguéric-Bussière. Sponsored by the Carrefour accès loisirs,this major event is known as the oldest neighbourhoodcelebration in Sherbrooke.The organizing committee has prepared a great celebrationwith various shows, activities for children (inflatable games,face painter, clown) and, as usual, food at a great price.If you are interested in volunteering or becoming a sponsor,please contact Pierre Durand at the Carrefour accès loisirs orsend an e-mail to: familifête@hotmail.com.See the full program at: www.lesblogues.com/familifete/Information: Carrefour accès loisirs, 819-821-1995www.carrefouraccesloisirs.comAUGUST 25ANNUAL NEIGHBOURHOOD PARTY,RESIDENTS OF THE BEAUVOIRSECTORLocation: Parc Valère-Patoine (Borough of Brompton)In case of rain, the party will be postponed until the next day.Welcome!AUGUST 25STREET FESTIVALLocation: Rue Queen, between Academy and College(Borough of Lennoxville)Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.Cost: FreeBOROUGH FAMILY CELEBRATIONSTake advantage of the family celebrations in the six boroughsthat will take place beginning in May! Watch for the programsin the media in the coming weeks!AUGUST 19FÊTE DE LA RENTRÉELocation: Parc Nault (Borough of Brompton)Time: 10:45 a.m. to 4 p.m.Activities for the whole family, inflatable games, music, streetperformers, community lunch, shuffleboard, beanbag toss, andmuch more during this back-to-school celebration!A complete program will be distributed to Borough ofBrompton residents by mail in early August.The whole family is welcome!Borough of BromptonAugust 19Parc NaultInformation: 819-846-2757Borough of FleurimontMay 19Centre Julien-DucharmeInformation: 819-565-0522Borough of Jacques-CartierJune 3Parc du Marquis-de-Montcalm(Mitchell-Montcalm school grounds)Information: 819-822-6043Borough of LennoxvilleJune 9 and 10Parc CentennialInformation: 819-569-9388Festivals, Celebrations & Special EventsFête de la RentréeBorough of Mont-BellevueOctober (date to be confirmed)Parc du Mont-BellevueInformation: 819-563-3993Borough of Rock Forest–Saint-Élie–DeauvilleMay 27Parc CentralInformation: 819-564-7444INFOSHERBROOKOIS | Spring - Summer 2012 139

Festivals, Celebrations & Special EventsJUNE 27 TO AUGUST 10*THE CONCERTS DE LA CITÉ SERIES CELEBRATES 25 YEARSFree outdoor concerts offered by Animation centre-ville Sherbrooke at Place de la Cité, in the courtyard of thePalais de justice de Sherbrooke, and on the Esplanade Frontenac (Carré-Strathcona amphitheatre).Festivals, Celebrations & Special EventsPLACE DE LA CITÉEnter via rue Marquette(Borough of Mont-Bellevue)Space equipped with picnic tables and chairs, with access forpeople with reduced mobility. There is also a dance floor forthose moved to their feet! Parking nearby.Concerts lundis classiques, July 2 to 30Classical music, small and large ensembles, Mondays at 7 p.m.In case of rain, concerts will be held at the Granada Theatre.Concerts midis, July 3 to August 2Songs, a variety of types of music, small ensembles, Tuesdaysand Thursdays, at 12:15 p.m. Cold lunches available onsite. Incase of rain, concerts will be cancelled.Concerts à la brunante, June 27 to August 1Popular concerts focusing on world dance and music, blendingfantasy and originality, Wednesdays at 8 p.m. In case of rain,concerts will be held at the Granada Theatre.JULY 4 TO 8LES PRODUCTIONSSHERBLUES PRESENTS:SHERBLUES & FOLK 2012The blues and folk are back on Wellington South! A series ofshows on an outdoor stage and musical performances in selectdowntown bars and restaurants and at the Granada Theatre.Information: 819-565-5656, www.sherblues.caESPLANADE FRONTENACAt the corner of Wellington N. and Frontenac,Carré-Strathcona amphitheatre(Borough of Mont-Bellevue)Mercredis au Carré, July 11 to August 1Lyrical songs in an intimate setting, Wednesdays at 12:15 p.m.In case of rain, concerts will be held in the lobby of theGranada Theatre.Jeudis et vendredis jazz 5 à 7, July 12 to August 10Jazz standards and contemporary jazz, funk, swing... A chanceto discover local artists who excel in the genre. A mellowcocktail hour get-together Thursdays and Fridays at 5 p.m.!Street theatre, July 6 to 27For the whole family – the young and young at heart!Jugglers, comedy, acrobatics, and magic await you on Fridaysat 12:15 p.m. In case of rain, shows will be held at the GranadaTheatre.Information: Les Concerts de la Cité de Sherbrooke,819-565-5656, www.concertsdelacite.qc.ca*Certain dates subject to change.140INFOSHERBROOKOIS | Spring - Summer 2012