This year, Saint-Jean Baptiste Day will be a one-day celebration, limited to two activities on Sunday, June 21, 2020. All activities will be in accordance with the provincial restrictions associated with the covid-19 pandemic.
Celebrations will start with mass at 11 a.m., followed by a picnic and a musical performance. You have the choice of participating in one of 2 time-blocks: either from noon to 2 p.m. (music 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.) or from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. (music 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.). If the demand exceeds the limit of 50 people per block, a third block will be added from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., up to a maximum of a fourth block.
If two blocks are not filled or if the weather is not favorable, the picnic and musical performances will be canceled and only the mass will be held with a maximum of 25 people.
You need to register as early as possible due to the limited number of participants per block. It is suggested that someone take responsibility for communicating with their family. A list of participants must be given to the committee as this is one of the province's regulations.
You will need to bring your food and drink (non-alcoholic), chairs, folding table and blanket if desired. Contrary to what has been announced, please take note that there will be no picnic tables and food truck services.
To reserve your place and for more details, please contact Claude Moquin at 204-424-5571 or in person.
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The Société Saint-Jean-Baptiste of La Broquerie Inc. was established in 1893 for the purpose of celebrating and spreading "joie de vivre" in our community. It was and remains an opportunity to celebrate French Canadian culture through music, various activities and, of course, food!
The first edition of la Fête de la Saint-Jean-Baptiste was celebrated in La Broquerie in 1897 with a special mass, games and a picnic all held on one day. According to our ancestors, the celebration was put on hold during World War I for a few years.
The first Parade was held back in 1940 and still follows that same run to this day. Through the years, the event has evolved from a family celebration into a community event that is held over the weekend to celebrate the French Canadian heritage with over 1 500 people in attendance. There is something for everyone, from kids\' games, French cuisine to local artists.
Click on the photo below to view a booklet highlighting
the history of 120 years of "La Saint-Jean" in La Broquerie!
Board members and organizing committee
We are always in need of volunteers during the Fête, please contact Camille at camillebremault@gmail.com to find out how you can help!
| 11 a.m. | Mass at Saint-Joachim Parish |
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| Picnic and Musical performance (2 time-blocks available | ||
| 12PM to 2PM | Block 1 | |
| 2PM to 4PM | Block 2 | |
To reserve your place and for more details, please contact Claude Moquin at 204-424-5571 or in person.
If two blocks are not filled or if the weather is not favorable, the picnic and musical performances will be canceled and only the mass will be held with a maximum of 25 people.
You need to register as early as possible due to the limited number of participants per block. It is suggested that someone take responsibility for communicating with their family. A list of participants must be given to the committee as this is one of the province's regulations.
You will need to bring your food and drink (non-alcoholic), chairs, folding table and blanket if desired. Contrary to what has been announced, please take note that there will be no picnic tables and food truck services.
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It is with regret that we inform you that the Fête de la Saint-Jean Baptiste picnic for the year 2020 will be canceled due to a lack of registration. Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 am Sunday June 21 at the Church in the Saint-Joachim parish in La Broquerie. If you wish to participate, register with Gabriel Gagné at 204-346-9615.
Hope to see you in 2021
Claude Moquin - President SSJB
Baseball has been cancelled this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
