Ange discovers Lévis under the theme of socio-ecological transition

At the end of May, the Alentour festival (link in french) gave us a chance to rediscover our city from the relevant angle of socio-ecological transition.

It was another opportunity to reconnect with our environment through a host of activities designed to bring people together to rethink our city and get involved as local players. We’ve picked out a few for you and your family to enjoy.

At sunset on Friday evening, we were treated to a site-specific performance of Êtres de bois, a choreography by local company Fleuve Espace Danse, which I’d been wanting to discover for some time. It’s a tribute to the strength and fragility of woodland mammals and a reflection on our freedom to act. A touching show on the banks of the river, at dusk. This contemporary dance troupe from Saint-Jean-Port-Joli has won numerous awards in Quebec and around the world, and is one to watch!

Then, on Saturday morning, we took part in a mycology story in one of Lévis’ libraries. Libraries are always great places for interesting cultural activities for the whole family, often free of charge. This time, the Mycosphaera collective presented the world of mushrooms in an original way, combining storytelling, music and scientific discoveries. A group of enthusiasts who shared their enthusiasm with us.

Then on Sunday morning, we headed to Sentiers La Balade (link in french) to meet the macroinvertebrates of the Etchemin River. Accompanied by biologists, we took part in sampling these small benthic organisms, which piqued our curiosity. Rediscovering this magnificent urban park in spring, when nature is coming back to life, was a real pleasure!

We rounded off the day at the Patro de Lévis, an ideal venue for community activities. We were invited to take part in the creation of a creative moss wall to green up the concrete in the back yard. It’s an eco-friendly, simple and fun way to spruce up a shady area. Then we made little balls of life to help different types of soil bloom. These mini-bombs of wildflower seeds can be thrown into areas where they’ll flourish, attracting pollinators and making passers-by smile. It’s all in good fun!

It’s a sensitive and innovative way to kick off the summer season by revisiting the classics of Lévis, and it’s sure to delight us all and make us want to get even more involved as citizens.

Photos: Ange Hébert-Corriveau