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AMIQUÉBEC – ALLIES IN MENTAL HEALTH
Various workshops and programs for families and friends of people living with mental health conditions. Contact: 514-486-1448 / www.amiquebec.org ARUNDEL JAM SESSIONS Arundel Legion Next dates: April 17 and every 2nd Thursday following Casual, no agenda: a musician’s night to practice and exchange ideas. Free… Enjoy the music and support local venues and musicians. TGIF SMOKED MEAT DINNER Morin-Heights Legion Fri, Apr 11: 5:30 pm Donation: Adults: $15 / Under 13: $7.50 EASTER PANCAKE BREAKFAST Morin-Heights Legion Sun, Apr 20: 8:30 am Family event with Easter activities for the kids. Donation: Adults: $10 / Under 13: $5 FIRST EVER ARUNDEL CHOIR Arundel United Church Tues, April 15: 6:30 pm – kicks off the first 12-week session. To reserve your table or for information contact: Vera: 819-242-7487 / vwyoung@sympatico.ca Seeking members who love to sing. Info: Guymelhuish@gmail.com SPRING CRAFT SALE FUNDRAISER FOR THE LACHUTE REGIONAL RESIDENCE FOUNDATION Grenville Community Centre (21, rue Tri-Jean) Sat, Apr 26: 10 am – 3 pm To reserve your table or for information contact: Vera: 819-242-7487 / vwyoung@sympatico.ca TRIP TO CANADIAN WAR MUSEUM Morin-Heights Legion Fri, May 2: 8 am – 6:30 pm Trip by coach and a guided tour! $55 or $70 To register or for more info: DFW2T2010@gmail.com 613-566-4700 / 1-800-263-4433 SPRING CRAFT SALE Morin-Heights Legion Sat, May 3: 8 am – 4 pm MORIN HEIGHTS LEGION Sat, May 10: 5:30 pm – Italian Night CHORALE DU CÉGEP DE SAINT-JÉRÔME CONCERT Centre Communautaire Note-Dame May 24 & 25. Info: 514 707-8417 / https://www.choralesaintjerome.com/ ART EXHIBITION - THE 3 UNIVERSES OF ABSTRACTION Centre D’Art D’Argenteuil (585 rue Principale, Lachute) April 16 – May 3: 11 am – 5 pm, Wed – Sun (vernissage Apr 19: 1 pm – 4 pm) 3 Artists, 3 Exceptional worlds to observe and embrace: Roberto Agro has always been fascinated by microscopic observation, observing the colors and movements of the living world. Daniel Caron, she continues her artistic approach with spontaneity, liberated gestures, and letting go. Claude Melancon lets emerge what needs to be expressed. Info: 450-562-9090 OPEN HOUSE AND TEA PARTY - WALFORD ON THE HILL 48, Wall Street, Vankleek Hill Sat, May 10: 1:30 pm – 3 pm Visit our facilities and bring your mom for a Traditional Tea Party! Info: text or call Suzanne: 613-677-4722 P’TITES FOLIES TO GO – SUNDAY SUMMER JAMS 1, rue Village, Arundel Sunday, June 1: 12 pm – Kick-off to the summer musical season Next date: Sunday, June 29: 12 pm Enjoy an afternoon of great, outdoor local entertainment in a garden setting. Food and beverages available for purchase. Info:819-969-1799 / www.ptitesfolies.com https://www.choralesaintjerome.com/ Royal Canadian Legion Branch 171 Special upcoming events The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 171, 127 Watchorn Morin Heights is gearing up for some exciting events open to the public during the next few months. We will host our monthly bingo game at the Legion on Sunday, May 18 at 12:30 pm (doors open at noon). We will also hold free activities for children and adults. The first one will be a home fire safety presentation in cooperation with the Morin Heights Fire Services geared towards children (age 10 and up) and adults. The second course will be a forest safety course for families. This course offers advice on not getting lost in the forest (and steps to follow if you do get lost). There will be many other interesting activities coming soon. Please check us out on Facebook for all the latest updates, call 450 226-2213 or email eventsrcl171@yahoo.com. |
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Spring has sprung and with that comes the anticipation of garage sales, flea markets and of course, outdoor concerts. Why I love flea markets and garage sales are the hidden treasures I find along the way. Musically, it’s pretty much the same, finding that rare musician who encompasses all the qualities it takes to be an enjoyable performer. Every musician I listen to has a certain quality about them, but I never gave much thought as to what it takes to be a Quebec performer, able to address a bilingual audience. It’s pretty well what I’ve experienced here in Arundel and Morin Heights - a Franglais way of life. That’s why I love the Legion jams so much. It’s the universal language of music.
This article is about Marc Anderson DesRochers who recently performed at Les P’tites Folies for their “Friday Folies Folk night.” I was disappointed that I missed his performance, but I did have a chance to listen to his latest CD “Tender Box” (released January 1, 2021), a collection of songs that flows like a gentle breeze on a warm night. Soul soothing music admitting to life’s” struggles, yet brings home the fact that sunsets bring hope of another day. Not only do I like Marc’s delivery, I also love the underlining positive spin he put into his lyrics. On one of his songs on this CD called “Fighting Accidie” I found a catch phrase worth living my life by; “grateful to the bone” In all, Marc’s CD has a refreshing positive outlook, and speaks of what’s important; friends, and a warm relationship. |
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Tender Box is Marc’s fourth release and another song, which is included on the CD, is Namur. I love songwriters that write about local people and areas. His first CD was “Caught in Between the Shadow and the Sun” (released 2007), followed by “Born 2 B Eagles” (released 2010) and “The Last of Red Hot Suns” (released May 2024). Marc’s last recording was done in Nashville on January 1, 2025 and the song, “Put on the Kettle,” has got to be my favorite song of all time; light, easy going and a great morning song to start the day.
Marc Anderson DesRochers can be seen a lot around Mont Tremblant area as he has a strong following playing at different venues. Here is an eclectic, bilingual musician who will appeal to most audiences.
Till next month…
Marc Anderson DesRochers can be seen a lot around Mont Tremblant area as he has a strong following playing at different venues. Here is an eclectic, bilingual musician who will appeal to most audiences.
Till next month…