{"id":25760,"date":"2024-06-06T09:31:00","date_gmt":"2024-06-06T14:31:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/residencessoleil.ca\/?p=25760"},"modified":"2024-07-16T15:56:49","modified_gmt":"2024-07-16T20:56:49","slug":"lobster-dinner-2024-60000-raised-for-youth-and-the-club-optimiste-de-beloeil","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/residencessoleil.ca\/en\/news\/lobster-dinner-2024-60000-raised-for-youth-and-the-club-optimiste-de-beloeil\/","title":{"rendered":"Lobster feast 2024: $60,000 raised for youth and the Club Optimiste de Beloeil!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

On Saturday, May 25, the eagerly awaited Lobster feast to benefit the Club Optimiste de Beloeil<\/font><\/strong> took place, a flagship event for this Mont\u00e9r\u00e9gie organization, and one in which Les R\u00e9sidences Soleil – Famille Savoie has been involved with every year for over 40 years!<\/h4>\n\n\n
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From left to right<\/strong> : Mr. Sylvain Morin, President, Club Optimiste de Beloeil, Mr. Eddy Savoie, Owner, Founder and Chairman of the Board, Les R\u00e9sidences Soleil – Famille Savoie, Mrs. Carmelle Savoie, Vice-President, Mrs. Nataly Savoie, Executive President, Mr. Eddy Junior Savoie, Executive President, Real Estate and Construction, Mrs. Nadine-Co\u00efne Savoie, Director, Groupe Savoie, Mr. Ouellet, Founder and Manager, Ouellet Electrique – a generous donor who has supported the cause for many years.<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This year’s event once again took place under the honorary chairmanship of our distinguished founder, M. Eddy Savoie<\/strong><\/a>, an honor he has proudly and generously accepted for over 30 years!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although the Savoie family<\/strong><\/a> has been actively involved with seniors for over 36 years, youth and the challenges they encounter are also among the many social causes in which they are actively involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Thanks to the generosity of the 400 guests who gathered at Beloeil’s Polybel high school, <\/em><\/font><\/strong>
the evening raised a record amount of $60,000!<\/em><\/font><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Lobster feast 2024 distinguished guests<\/font><\/strong><\/strong><\/font><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The evening’s distinguished guests included Mr. Jean Martel, Mayor of Boucherville<\/strong>, and three elected officials from the City of Beloeil: Ms. Julie Lavoie<\/strong>, Councillor – District 5 Vieux-Beloeil, Ms. Louise Allie<\/strong>, Councillor – District 1 Beloeil-Station, and Mr. St\u00e9phane Lepage<\/strong>, Councillor – District 6 Tournesol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nearly 400 guests gathered <\/strong>for an eagerly awaited and memorable evening of gastronomy, camaraderie and, above all, generosity towards the Club Optimiste de Beloeil. This Mont\u00e9r\u00e9gie-based organization works to help young people in the region blossom, by setting up programs specific to their needs<\/strong>, to bring hope to their eyes and inspire the best for their future.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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As soon as the guests entered the beautifully decorated dining room, a festive, convivial atmosphere could be felt. For at the heart of the evening’s menu was the king of crustaceans, a culinary staple of every spring feast, now elevated to the rank of gastronomic delights whose reputation is well established.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To everyone’s delight, thousands of lobsters made a triumphant entrance, like rock stars taking to the stage to the rhythm of the music! The meal was accompanied by a delicious roast beef au jus and a generous salad bar, completing a menu that lived up to expectations!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The chef and the entire team of wonderful volunteers
succeeded in sublimating this emblematic evening with spirit and drive, offering guests a most festive and enjoyable culinary experience!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Club Optimiste de Beloeil<\/strong>: the importance of Community support<\/font><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Mr. Eddy Savoie, owner, founder and Chairman of the Board, <\/mark>
Les R\u00e9sidences Soleil – Famille Savoie<\/mark><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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In addition to being a gastronomic event, the Club Optimiste de Beloeil’s Souper Festin Homard<\/strong> is also, and above all, an annual opportunity to get together in support of a noble cause<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The highlight of the evening was an inspiring speech by M. Eddy Savoie<\/a>, whose commitment to the community, young and old alike, extends far beyond the boundaries of age<\/strong>. The entire thread of his address to the guests present was a reminder of the importance of community support and mutual aid<\/strong>, and he expressed his gratitude to all those who contributed, from near and far, to the success of the evening, including the wonderful volunteers!

Filled with sincerity and passion, his speech was warmly applauded. As one of Quebec’s pioneers in the field of retirement complexes, Mr. Savoie is well aware that, by fostering mutual aid, the community support that follows helps create a more inclusive, resilient and relevant environment<\/strong>. It responds to the needs of the most vulnerable while promoting civic engagement, reinforcing a sense of belonging and shared responsibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In short, for the Savoie Family<\/strong><\/a>, community support is a fundamental pillar for the harmonious and sustainable development of any society. Conscious of having been spoiled by life, she wishes to give back to society by getting actively involved with numerous organizations to provide help and support.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00ab We consider ourselves blessed, and we want to give back, because we believe it’s possible to make a difference in these people’s lives. \u00bb <\/em>
– Mr. Eddy Savoie, Owner, Founder and Chairman of the Board, Les R\u00e9sidences Soleil – Famille Savoie<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Mr. Savoie also paid tribute to the evening’s many volunteers, whose dedication, infectious good humor and boundless enthusiasm made the event a resounding success, while adding a special human touch to the event!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Time to celebrate at the Club Optimiste de Beloeil<\/strong>!<\/strong><\/font><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

After the sumptuous dinner and the speeches, it was time to celebrate! The evening continued on a rhythmic note with the opening of the dance floor. Guests of all ages took to the dance floor, entertained by lively music that got even the most reluctant dancers up on their feet. The joy and enthusiasm were palpable, creating unforgettable memories for all present!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The Lobster feast is just one of the many examples of the Savoie family<\/strong><\/a>‘s commitment to the Club Optimiste de Beloeil. For more than 40 years, and throughout the year, their unwavering support for this organisation has manifested itself in a variety of ways, including the sale of fruit cakes during the holiday season. These initiatives raise essential funds to finance the activities of the Optimist Club, which can thus continue to offer enriching opportunities to young people in the community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All in all, the Beloeil Optimist Club’s Lobster feast 2024 was an exceptional evening, rich in flavour, full of emotion <\/em><\/strong>
and tremendous in generosity!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Discover many of the Savoie Family’s implications<\/a> over the years<\/em><\/font><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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