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10Best Events
Magie Blanche
(Events - Best of the City)
January 2010, February 2010
Various venues, Baie-Saint-Paul
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        Description: When you get a lot of snow, why not revel in it? That is the purpose of the Magie Blanche, a celebration of the magical, white stuff in all its glory. Homes and shops are strung with white lights and snow sculptures dot the village. Held over two weeks at midwinter and featuring plenty of family activities, this is a must do if you are in the area.
       

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La Grande Traversée Casino de Charlevoix
(Events - Best of the City)
January 29 - January 31, 2010
St. Lawrence River, La Malbaie  G5A 1X8 • 418-665-5300
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        Description: Take a break from skiing and snowboarding and witness a rare treat as the first leg of the international ice canoeing circuit and famous race of the Québec Winter Carnival is run here in January or February. Competitors come from all over Québec and as far as the US and France.
       

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Easter Weekend on Le Massif
(Events - Best of the City)
April 10 - April 13, 2009
Le Massif, La Malbaie
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        Description: Celebrate the beginning of spring and the end of ski season with loads of activities at the summit of Le Massif. A rally, raffles, petting zoo, and outdoor barbecue are perfect for families and children. Calling all sweet teeth: maple candy tasting and face painting with chocolate should satisfy even the most daunting sugar cravings.
       

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Domaine Forget International Festival
(Events - Best of the City)
May 23 - April 2, 2010
5 Saint-Antoine Domaine Forget, Ste-Irénée  G0T 1V0
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        Description: Held each year from late June to late August, this spectacular festival celebrates the fine arts to the nines. Visitors are treated annually to superb performances, ranging from classical music and jazz concerts to modern dance and ballet. Most of the performances take place in the exquisite Françoys-Bernier Concert Hall, but outdoor performances and musical brunches are scheduled elsewhere.
       

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Musical Brunches
(Events - Best of the City)
June 14 - August 30, 2009
5 St-Antoine Le Domaine Forget, Saint-Irénée  G0T 1V0
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        Description: Every Sunday during the summer, Le Domaine Forget plays host to musical brunches featuring delectable buffet-style meals, a diverse offering of music and sweeping vistas over the property to the St. Lawrence River (weather permitting). A relaxed setting for enjoying the company of music lovers and friends.
       

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l'Isle en Cerfs-Volants
(Events - Best of the City)
July 2009
444, chemin La Baleine l'Hôtel Cap-aux-Pierres, La Malbaie  G0A 2A0 • 888-554-6003
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        Description: Salt breezes and summer heat make an excellent combination for flying kites, so it is very appropriate to have a two-day festival in high summer devoted to the colorful swirling and dipping of these airy creations. Held on Isle Aux Coudres "Kite Island," the celebration features food, music, dance, childrens' games and, of course, kites of all kinds.
       

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International Contemporary Art Symposium of Baie-Saint-Paul
(Events - Best of the City)
July 31 - August 30, 2009
Including Centre d'exposition and Bibliotheque Rene Richard, Baie-Saint-Paul
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        Description: A unique opportunity to witness the artistic process up close. Visual artists from all over Quebec, across Canada and abroad come together for the month-long International Contemporary Art Symposium to show the public exactly how they create their work.
       

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Festival du Coureur des Bois de St-Urbain
(Events - Best of the City)
August 2009
357, rue Ste-Claire, C.P. 10Mo, St-Urbain  G0A 4K0
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        Description: Each year, residents gather in tiny St-Urbain to celebrate the culture and history of Charlevoix's scenic hinterland. Featured events include music, dance and drama performances, and festival goers can also enjoy craft and food stalls, which showcase the best – and tastiest – that the region has to offer. Genealogy, wildlife and local history programs are also available.
       

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Mountain Rendez-Vous
(Events - Best of the City)
August 2009
104 Blvd Kane City Sports Complex (Start Point), La Malbaie
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        Description: An annual tour extraordinaire and what better way to see the region of Charlevoix than from the saddle of a bicycle. Designed as a way to get people out and moving, it is not a competition and varying degrees of difficulty can be suited for all ages. There is even a short course for families with small children.
       

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Rêves d'Automne Charlevoix
(Events - Best of the City)
September 25 - October 4, 2009
9, rue Forget Bibliothèque René-Richard, Baie-St-Paul  G3Z 1T4
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        Description: When the leaves start to turn and a certain briskness returns to the air, the people of Charlevoix show off the fruits of their collective harvest like no other time of the year. This region-wide festival celebrates Charlevoix's natural beauty. Festival goers are encouraged to experience all the best that the area offers, from hiking in the mountains and along the rugged coast to hitting the water, taking river cruises and going whale-watching. Most galleries, museums, restaurants and shops participate in the unforgettable Rêves d'Automne.
       

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