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Encore Education Centre is located on the traditional territory of the Akwesasne Mohawk and their ancestors. We also acknowledge the Algonquin, Haudenosaunee (Iroquois), Huron-Wendat, and Abenaki who are neighbours and partners to the Akwesasne Mohawk. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties.
A course for ordinary people who wish to write their life stories as a gift to their children and grandchildren. Our aim is not to correct spelling and grammar. We merely want writers to tell and write their stories if they so wish. Join us for a ride and share in a wonderful journey of writing. The group is there to encourage and facilitate writing in a friendly atmosphere.
Facilitator:
Mary Thibeault
Wednesdays, 9:30 to 11:30 am, Feb. 25-April 15
Encore Education Centre, 800 Twelfth Street East
Though commonly understood as synonyms, the definitions of history and heritage could not be more different. Whereas history is a collection of facts pertaining to what has happened in the past, heritage is rather why those facts still matter to us in the present. In this presentation we will discuss the differences between history and heritage as it pertains to the role of community museums.
Presenter:
Brent Whitford, Cornwall Community Museum
Monday March 2, 1:30 to 3:30 pm
Encore Education Centre, 800 Twelfth Street East
Cost: $20
Thom’s presentation will bring the past to life through stories of Cornwall’s sporting history, teams and individuals. Hear about the highlights and individuals that make up Cornwall’s colourful and interesting sporting past like the Caledonia Games in Mattice Park and the Lacrosse games at the Athletic Grounds at the turn of the century (1899-1900), the on-ice death of Owen McCourt and the trial that followed, and the great Newsy Lalonde and his on-ice prowess and Lacrosse wizardry from 1900-1920. Find out about the fire that destroyed the Victoria Arena in 1933 and the build of the Community Arena three years later. Learn about the women who took over the hockey scene during the great war, and The Flyers and their Allan Cup run in 1938, along with the industrial leagues in hockey, fastball and basketball with teams representing the Factory Town’s industrial make up.
Presenter:
Thom Racine
Tuesday March 3, 1:30 to 3:30 pm
Encore Education Centre, 800 Twelfth Street East
Cost: $20
This session provides an overview of sex trafficking, including key statistics, risk factors, common tactics used by traffickers, and the impact on victims. Using a case study, participants will learn how to recognize warning signs and respond appropriately.
Presenter:
Sheila Tallon
Monday March 9, 1:30 to 2:30 pm
Encore Education Centre, 800 Twelfth Street East
Cost: $10
There are 12 Stages of Healing, or states of consciousness that encompass the human condition. Each has a time, place and purpose in life. These stages range from suffering to courage to enlightenment and community. The ability to be present in each and gain the wisdom embedded within is a key component to a healthy, productive, and fulfilling life. This presentation will teach you how to recognize each stage as it arises and use simple breath and movement exercises to consciously access their full value.
Presenter:
Dr. Thorin Gaultl
Tuesday March 10, 9:30 to 11:30 am
Encore Education Centre, 800 Twelfth Street East
Cost: $20
John Lounsberry took the loss of his brother and best friend and put his despair into researching the great question. What is next? Part 1–The Mythologies of the afterlife vary across cultures and religions. It often features a journey to a supernatural realm for the deceased, a judgment based on one’s actions, and different destinations for the good and the wicked. Much literature and movies have been produced about the afterlife. Now with our modern advances in technology we have the opportunity to advance our understanding. Some Scientists have embraced technology to observe and collect afterlife experiences. Part 2- Presentation: A self-produced 20 min documentary “After Life” (A Scientific Study) followed by an opportunity for personal testimony and open discussion.
Presenter John Lounsberry has degrees in science and theology.
Tuesday March 10, 1:30 to 3:30 pm
Encore Education Centre, 800 Twelfth Street East
Forget most of what you know about the Hundred Years War: Crécy, Poitiers, Agincourt — the Black Prince, Henry V, Joan of Arc — It wasn’t a hundred years; it wasn’t a single war; and it was only nominally over the disputed succession to the French throne. In essence, it involved more English jealousy of France’s riches and English greed for plunder on all levels. With technological innovations, the image of medieval chivalry faded and the reality of total war supplanted it, leaving France despoiled and England bankrupt. Eventually national identities and centralized governments grew stronger in both countries as they gradually rose to global powers.
Presenter:
Murray Barkley
Wednesday, March 11, 1:30 to 3:30 pm
Encore Education Centre, 800 Twelfth Street East
A long-since retired career civil servant, who couldn’t keep a job, tells stories from his work-life through five different Federal Government Departments/Agencies over some 36 years. Locations from British Columbia to New Brunswick to the Northwest Territories to Arctic Quebec and places in between, are the places where some unusual stories took place. Winston has told these stories around coffee and other beverage tables for years and has written them down in a 332 page memoir titled “The History Of The World, Part XXIX, My Story”. Winston will tell a few of these stories, with some illustrations, from locations North of Canada’s Tree Line.
Please note that this is new material, and there is no requirement to have taken Part 1.
Presenter:
Winston Smith
Thursday, March 12, 1:30 to 3:30 pm
Encore Education Centre, 800 Twelfth Street East
Elaine Kennedy returns with her show about a birding trip to Spain. Since these trips are outside the big cities, she sees local sights, eats local food and stays in local lodgings. Join Elaine for her tall tales about her travels.
Presenter:
Elaine Kennedy
Tuesday March 17, 2:00 to 4:00 pm
Encore Education Centre, 800 Twelfth Street East
Discover the birthplace of steelpan, Carnival, and natural wonders. Explore Trinidad & Tobago’s explosive fusion of culture and creativity. From the invention of the steel drum and the global phenomenon of Carnival to the mysterious Pitch Lake, discover how two islands created a rhythmic revolution and gave the world unforgettable gifts.
Presenter:
Winton Cape
Wednesday March 18, 2:00 to 4:00 pm
Encore Education Centre, 800 Twelfth Street East
Cost: $20
The Sacred Office of the Holy Inquisition has come down to us through a lot of unflattering and in many cases inaccurate stereotypes. Although these have a ring of authenticity, none are particularly accurate. It is important to judge movements and events within their historical context. The Crusades are crucial to understanding the origins of the Inquisition which partly grew out of them. Having failed miserably in the Holy Land, the Crusades were brought home to stamp out alleged heresies within Christendom, whether these stemmed from pious sects, religious orders, Jewish and Muslims converts, Protestants, scientists, or witches.
Presenter:
Murray Barkley
Thursdays, 1:30 to 3:30 pm, March 19 & 26
Encore Education Centre, 800 Twelfth Street East
Cost: $30 (2 sessions)
This session will concentrate on aircraft procedures, with respect to departing and arriving at various airports. Sounds complicated but it’s not. This is basically a continuation of Mike’s earlier session on basic aircraft performance, but it’s not a pre-requisite for this session. This will focus on you taking a flight, for example, from Ottawa to Gander, Newfoundland. While you’re sipping your third drink and relaxing, pilots and controllers are working feverishly to get you there safely and quickly. Maybe more of your questions will be answered.
Presenter:
Mike Mcanany
Monday March 23, 1:30 to 3:30 pm
Encore Education Centre, 800 Twelfth Street East
We will discuss why there is a connection between hearing loss and dementia or cognitive decline. We will discuss why early intervention is important to prevent deterioration of the brain’s responses to sound and if time allows, we will include the little known factors of the aging process that can still produce difficulty hearing in noise even with normal hearing. Questions are encouraged throughout the presentation.
Facilitator:
Barbara Reynolds
Tuesday March 24, 1:30 to 3:30 pm
Encore Education Centre, 800 Twelfth Street East
Cost: $20
These Yoga classes are for anyone, men and women, beginners are welcome. Some possible benefits include improved physical fitness and flexibility, stress reduction and relaxation, improved mental clarity and focus, enhanced respiratory function, better sleep quality, increased energy levels, supports weight management. Please wear comfortable clothing. First session will be Chair Yoga and the second will be Mat Yoga. Please bring your own yoga mat.
Facilitator:
Janet St-Pierre, In the Now Yoga & Wellness
Wednesdays, 1:30 to 3:30 pm March 25 & April 8
Encore Education Centre, 800 Twelfth Street East
While Trinidad and Tobago are located in a tropical environment and are popular with bird watchers due to their populations of numerous bird species, this will be Elaine Kennedy’s last show about a tropical country. Come hear and see why she plans on only visiting temperate climates in the future..
Presenter:
Elaine Kennedy
Tuesday March 31, 2:00 to 4:00 pm
Encore Education Centre, 800 Twelfth Street East
Part one: How our ancestors came to acknowledge God and to hear His voice and record scripture.
Part two takes into account the development of the books of the Bible. Why 66, instead of 72 books were chosen and how they were compiled. The Bible we have today cost people their lives to write it and translate it.
Part three then mentions the dissemination of the Bible. How to choose the right Bible and how the Bible became the most important read book worldwide.
Presenter Leo Beaulne has a deep understanding of the Bible. He has a background in history, philosophy and theology.
Tuesdays, 1:30 to 3:30 pm April 7 to 21
Encore Education Centre, 800 Twelfth Street East
Join RBC Royal Bank and RBC Royal Trust for an insightful session on the critical importance of estate planning. This presentation will highlight the potential risks of not having an estate plan or allowing it to become outdated, including an overview of the Province of Ontario’s legal procedures and key terminologies. The RBC team will also emphasize the significance of selecting the right Executor and Power of Attorney, supported by real-life stories and experiences to illustrate the consequences of neglecting to update your plan. The session will conclude with a dedicated Q&A period to address attendee questions. This session is designed to empower attendees with actionable knowledge to ensure their estate plans are comprehensive and up-to-date.
Facilitators:
Crystal Maclennan, Tara-Lynn Quesnel-Paul
Thursday April 9, 1:30 to 3:30 pm
Encore Education Centre, 800 Twelfth Street East
Cost: $20
How did farm Boy grow from a 2 person “mom and pop” style business to 52 stores and counting force to be reconned with? By building partnerships that benefit both Farm Boy and literally 100’s of small and medium sized family businesses, and turning growing pains into opportunities. Let me share with you Farm Boy’s journey to becoming a local success story.
Note: This session takes place in the Encore classroom, 800 Twelfth St East
Presenter:
Todd Bennett, Farm Boy store manager
Wednesday April 15, 1:30 to 3:30 pmt
Encore Education Centre, 800 Twelfth Street East
Cost: $20
This interactive presentation will focus on the following points; *Life-Enhancing and humanizing, *Active engagement, *Appreciation and Evaluation of the world around us, *Antidote for boredom, *Life lived vs killing time. Interactive component – *Guests will evaluate a famous work of art with the presenter, *Interpret a passage of Canadian literature, *Play a game using famous landmarks
Facilitator- Sean George, Visual Arts Facilitator, City of Cornwall, Cline House Gallery & Studio
Thursday April 16, 1:30 to 3:30 pm
Encore Education Centre, 800 Twelfth Street East
Cost: $20
Inspiration * Research Methods * Ways to Share
For over 25 years, I’ve explored the stories of people, places and even objects. The common thread is my desire to “discover the humanity in the history.” Inspiration abounds to keep discovering incredible stories often lurking in the shadows of history. In this presentation I will share why exploring social history, the lives and experiences of “ordinary” people, is my passion. Using my own works, I will share my process from inspiration to sharing my findings, and why I believe our stories, and those we discover, are so important to share.
Presenter:
Jennifer DeBruin, Historical Researcher, Writer, Speaker
Thursday April 23, 1:30 to 3:30 pm
Encore Education Centre, 800 Twelfth Street East
Cost: $20
Maggie Wheeler, The Seaway Valley’s Queen of Crime and host of the podcast Mapping the New Midlife, will showcase how writing can be used to both navigate and create change in your life. Using personal stories and professional techniques, Maggie will share how the act of writing in various forms can be used to address the new challenges and opportunities of midlife and later years in the 21st century.
Presenter:
Maggie Wheeler
Wednesday, May 13, 1:30 to 3:30 pm
Encore Education Centre, 800 Twelfth St East
Cost: $20