This financial wellbeing workshop is hosted by Pete Galbraith, a local wealth advisor and certified financial planner. Learn more about financial literacy and how to build a budget and plan for retirement, as well as estate planning as we expand our knowledge during Financial Literacy Month.

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Are you struggling to balance caregiving with your career responsibilities and other commitments? Us too, come find your people.

You are invited to join members of the very newly launched Queen's Parents and Caregivers Village (QPCV) Employee Resource Group for a conversation circle during Thrive Week. The conversation circle will be hybrid, offering simultaneous virtual and in-person options.

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Join us for the last Gardening session of the 2024 season at the Queen's Community Garden!

On November 14th, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM, we'll be covering seed saving, digging up dahlias, and sharing tips to winterize your garden. Learn valuable techniques from Gardening 4Joy to prepare your space for the colder months!

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Join us for an exciting contest during Thrive Week and show us what "Thriving Through Change" looks like in your life! Whether it’s practicing a new hobby, taking mindful breaks, connecting with nature, or simply finding joy in everyday moments – we want to see it! Submit your photo for a chance to win prizes and inspire others along the way.

No registration is necessary. Submit your photos via email to thrive@queensu.ca. Deadline to submit photos is Friday, November 8 at 4 p.m.

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This easy to follow Latin-inspired dance fitness class will sculpt and tone your body with non-stop, calorie burning, and high-energy fun! This class is great for all and brings together movement and music for an exciting workout! No dance experience required.

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Join us for a Coffee and Network session! This is the perfect opportunity to connect with colleagues, share ideas, and enjoy some relaxed conversation. Plus, thanks to the Principal’s Office, you can grab a complimentary hot beverage (at participating locations) to kick-start your day! Don’t miss this chance to unwind and socialize during Thrive Week.

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Join us for a haunted walk tour of the Queen's University Campus.

There are few places more historic, charming, and haunted in Canada than Queen's University. There are eerie tales of student grave robbers, professors reaching out from the beyond, heists gone wrong and streets shrouded in mystery. We've never told these stories before and can't wait to share them with our guests. You won't hear spine-tingling and heart-pounding tales like these on the regular campus tours. Join us for the Ghosts of Queen's University and graduate with a degree in the supernatural!

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Join instructor Breanne Queen who will explore the power of breathwork as a stress relief tool. You’ll learn how to tune into your breath in your daily life and experience a transformative Breathwork journey that allows you to feel its effects firsthand. Discover how this practice can enhance your well-being and bring greater calm to your day-to-day life.

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Dahlias are one of the most sought-after cut flowers in the floral industry today. They are prolific bloomers and come in every size, shape, and colour you can imagine. What many people do not know is that these coveted flowers are surprisingly easy to grow and can be successfully cultivated in a variety of conditions by following a few simple tips and tricks.

During the workshop, participants will learn:

• How to identify different types of dahlias
• When to plant and dig up dahlia tubers
• How to care for dahlias during the growing season
• Common dahlia pests and diseases
• Tips and tricks for getting high-quality blooms

You do not need any floral or gardening experience to attend and enjoy the workshop. The workshop is for anyone who loves dahlias and would like to grow their own!

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Building on Emily West Cummins-Woods popular Survive and Thrive training for mental wellness, this brief interactive workshop will educate, normalize and empower participants on their wild hormonal and physical journeys. Perimenopause and menopause can affect every area of one's life, and yet so many of us still don't fully understand how they work, nor how to not only survive the changes, but thrive throughout.

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