The Francophonie Meetings: 2025 edition
📅 From March 1 to 31, 2025

📍 All activities take place at the CSC des Grands Vents, 65 Ridge Road, St. Jean (NL).

The Francophonie is in the spotlight throughout the month of March with The Francophonie Meetings 2025!
This annual event celebrates the French language and culture through a rich and diverse program, open to all.

In Saint-Jean, the ACFSJ invites you to a series of events and activities to enjoy alone or with your family, from March 17 to 22, 2025, not to mention our comedy evening on Saturday, March 8. These free activities aim to bring the community together around moments of sharing, laughter and discovery.

Join us and take part in these unique events to celebrate the Francophonie together!

📅SATURDAY MARCH 8, 2025 | 🕢 7:30 p.m. | 🎟️ FREE – REGISTRATION REQUIRED*.

Get ready for a night of laughter and entertainment with our comedy tour! Come discover talented comedians who will make you have an unforgettable time.

🔹Place : CSC Grands Vents Theater
🔹 Click here to register: The RDF Comedy Tour – Francophone Community Association of St. Jean

📢 Limited places, book your place quickly 

📅 MONDAY, MARCH 17, 2025 | 🕠 5:30 PM | 🎟️ FREE | FREE ENTRY | FREE SNACK

✨ Relax during a yoga session accessible to all, hosted by Cindy de Far Far Fitness. Enjoy a moment of well-being followed by a complimentary snack.

📍 Place : CSC Grands Vents Theater
🔹 All necessary equipment is provided on site, but you can bring your own mat if you wish.

We look forward to seeing you there! 🧘‍♀️

📅Tuesday, March 18, 2025 | 🕦 11:30 a.m. | 🎟️ Free – Registration required*

🥗 Those aged 50 and over are invited to a friendly meal to chat and share a good time together.
📍 Place : CSC des Grands Vents
🔹 *Registration required by email to [email protected] or by phone at 709-726-4900.

📢 A warm moment not to be missed! 

📅WEDNESDAY MARCH 19, 2025 | 🕞 3:30 p.m. |🎟️ FREE | REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED*.

🌟 A fun and creative moment!

School students Great Winds And North Rock, enrolled in the after-school program, will have the opportunity to let their imagination run wild by modeling, shaping and creating unique works with modeling clay.

🔹 *Reserved for students already registered in the extracurricular program.

Place : CSC des Grands Vents

A fun activity to stimulate creativity and fine motor skills!

📅THURSDAY MARCH 20, 2025 | 🕕 6 p.m. |🎟️ FREE | FREE ENTRY

L'ACFSJ And COMPASS invite you to a musical and gourmet evening under the sign of sharing!

🎸 Bring your acoustic instrument and join the jam session!
👂 Not a musician? Just come listen and enjoy the atmosphere.
🍲 Share a meal by bringing a dish to enjoy together.

📢 All levels welcome! Whether you are a seasoned musician or an enthusiastic amateur, this evening is made for you.
📍 Place : CSC Grands Vents Theater

🎵 Come sing, play, chat and enjoy a unique moment in community! 💃🎤

📅 FRIDAY, MARCH 21, 2025 | 🕕 6 PM | 🎟️ FREE – FREE ENTRY- 

Trailer
Broadcast at the CSC des Grands Vents Theater – Duration : 2:09-  Audience : Adults.
FREE ENTRY – FRENCH (ENGLISH SUBTITLES) – FREE POPCORN

🌟 Synopsis:
Zachary, the youngest of four boys, grows up in a strict and traditional family, but struggles to accept who he is in an environment where homosexuality is a taboo subject. The film follows his personal and family challenges as he tries to break free from his father's expectations, while exploring his identity in a changing world. All accompanied by a memorable soundtrack from the 60s and 70s.

🎥 Duration : 2:09

📅 SATURDAY MARCH 22, 2025 | 🕙 10 H | 🎟️ FREE – FREE ENTRY | FREE POPCORN | FAMILY SCREENING

🎞️ Film currently showing: Life in Rosie – Rosie Ming's Persian Epic

📽️ Gender : Animation | G
⏳ Duration : 1 h 29 min 15 sec
🎬 Realization : Ann Marie Fleming
🖊️ Scenario : Ann Marie Fleming
🎭 Production : Sandra Oh, Ann Marie Fleming (Stickgirl Productions), Shirley Vercruysse, Michael Fukushima (National Film Board of Canada)

Don't miss this beautiful animated adventure that follows Rosie Ming, a young Canadian poet, on a fascinating journey through Iran, where she discovers her roots and the power of poetry.

📢 Open to all! Come with family or friends for a friendly movie morning!

 

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