St-James Drop-in Centre Fundraiser
Schedule
Sun, 21 Sep, 2025 at 02:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Rocket Science Room | Mount Royal, QC
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St-James Drop-in Centre presents:
An afternoon of FILM & POETRY
Join us for a poetry reading and a special screening of the NFB documentary film "This Beggar's Description "by Pierre Tetrault
Guest poets:
Gabe Foreman
Paul Hicks
Conrad Cody
Cassandra Psiharis
Music w/ Mark Coldham
Fundraising event
Pay-what-you-can at the door, suggested donation $10
Original art works by St-James members for sale
Light snacks and beverages
All proceeds go to the St-James Drop-in Centre
About the film:
"This Beggar's Description" is the story about Philip Tetrault, who is a poet first and a person living with schizophrenia second. It follows him through his day and through his history - starting with the present and examining his past. This film will trace his adventures throughout the years, highlighting his writings, his experiences with alcohol, his relationships with his ex-wife, daughter, siblings, and his kinship with the great poet/songwriter Leonard Cohen.
About St-James Drop-in:
St-James Drop-In is a day centre located in Montreal that provides a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment for individuals facing housing insecurity, mental health challenges, addiction, and social marginalization.
Our services include free meals, clothing, access to showers, and a range of engaging activities both within and beyond the centre. Community workers are available on-site to offer support, guidance, and referrals to additional resources.
What truly sets St-James apart is our deep commitment to nurturing artistic expression. We recognize the powerful, therapeutic impact of creativity, and we see every day how meaningful it is for individuals to process their experiences through art. At St-James, we provide not only the materials and space, but also the encouragement and support needed to inspire creative exploration and expression.
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ACCESSIBILITY:
Rocket Science Room is on the second floor. There is a single flight of stairs off the main entrance with no wheelchair access, however there is a functioning elevator on the main floor. If you require assistance of any kind, please let us know! We'd be happy to accommodate any of your needs to the best of our ability.
Rocket Science Room est au deuxième étage. Il y a un seul escalier à l'entrée principale sans accès en fauteuil roulant, mais il y a un ascenseur qui fonctionne au rez-de-chaussée. Si vous avez besoin d'une assistance quelconque, faites-le nous savoir! Nous serons heureux de répondre à tous vos besoins au mieux de nos capacités.
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Where is it happening?
Rocket Science Room, 170 Rue Jean-Talon O, Montréal, QC H2R 2X4, Canada, Mount RoyalEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
