The Haunted Walk – Ghosts of Queen’s University – Session 2

Date

Monday November 4, 2024
3:00 pm - 4:15 pm

Location

Frontenac Court House

Join us this Halloween 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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The Haunted Walk – Ghosts of Queen’s University – Session 1

Date

Monday November 4, 2024
1:00 pm - 2:15 pm

Location

Frontenac Court House

Join us this Halloween 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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3D Printing Workshop

Date

Friday November 8, 2024
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Location

SparQ Studio

Join us for a 3D printing workshop at SparQ Studios Makerspace. SparQ Studios is a makerspace and design studio that provides a wide range of tools, machinery, knowledge, and expertise so that you can bring your idea into a physical form.

Practical run-through where the workshop attendee(s) will:

  • find a 3D model on the internet
  • use the software to “slice” a 3D model
  • take the .gcode file and physically interact with the printer
  • load/unload the filament and start printing their file

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Pilates

Date

Friday November 8, 2024
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Location

ARC Studio 1

This class emphasizes precise movements to activate, isolate, and stabilize core muscles. This class is great for improving posture, flexibility, balance and strength, to help you stay strong throughout your workweek. The class is a mixture of beginner and intermediate exercises and options will be given for all levels.

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Line Dance

Date

Friday November 8, 2024
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Location

ARC Studio 3

Join us for an energizing Line Dance session with Nomusa Mngoma during Thrive Week! Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just looking for a fun way to stay active, this session is perfect for everyone. Come and experience the joy of movement, connect with your colleagues, and boost your wellbeing—all while learning some new dance moves! No prior experience is necessary—just bring your energy and enthusiasm!

Don't miss this chance to have fun, get active, and thrive together!

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Become the Confident Leader Your Child Needs You to Be

Date

Friday November 8, 2024
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Location

Online

Join us for an empowering session with Jenn Abbatiello, founder of Your Transformed Family, as she shares actionable strategies to help you thrive as a parent. Parenting can be challenging, but Jenn’s approach will give you the tools to become a confident leader in your child’s life. In this 60-minute session, learn how to support your child’s development and reduce overwhelm.

Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your parenting journey and build a strong connection with your child!

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Coffee, Chat, and Colouring Virtual Session

Date

Friday November 8, 2024
10:00 am - 10:45 am

Location

Online

Belonging and social connection are one of the four pillars of the Employee Wellbeing Road Map. It is important to recognize that strong, active and inclusive interpersonal connectedness plays a vital role in our personal wellbeing, and in sustaining a vital community. Please join us for a virtual coffee break, to meet other colleagues, and join in a meaningful conversation, while taking the time to colour! Colouring is a known activity to relax the brain and improve brain function. Colouring sheets will be provided, or you can bring your own colouring books. Please remember to also bring your crayons, markers or coloured pencils.

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EFAP Informative Session

Date

Thursday November 7, 2024
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Location

Online

Led by our TELUS EFAP representative who will introduce you to the wide array of services offered through our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), TELUS Health. This program is designed with your wellbeing in mind, providing confidential and compassionate support for you and your family members.

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Art Therapy: The Strawberry – Self Compassion + Wellness Workshop

Date

Thursday November 7, 2024
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Location

MacCorry FSLF Seminar Room B176

Using collage + art materials you will create an image of (or representing) a strawberry. The facilitator will then take you through a strength-based approach to wellness using your strawberry image as a guide. This workshop will also include Haudenonsaunee teachings about the strawberry as a fruit and a symbol for wellness + self-love.

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Effective Communication at Work

Date

Thursday November 7, 2024
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Location

Online

To communicate effectively, individuals have to master the techniques of effective listening and self-expression. These skills involve verbal and non-verbal behaviours as well as the ability to speak with persuasion and confidence. This TELUS Health EFAP seminar will examine both of these essential sides of the communication equations.

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