Encore Education Centre in Cornwall

COURSE - COMPARATIVE LOVE MELODIES - 20.1
2022-05-09 09:30 - 11:00 UTC | Encore Cornwall, 146 Chevrier Avenue, Unit B, Cornwall, Ontario, K2H 1S1, Canada
This session will be about comparative love melodies between Western and Egyptian music. There will be live play by keyboard with explanations. We will examine the impact of 1/4 tone on some Melodies. The melodies of famous western and eastern singers will be compared.

COURSE - CAPE BRETON ISLAND - 19.1
2022-05-06 09:30 - 11:30
Haunting highland beauty and an interesting blend of Mi’kmaw, Scottish and Acadian cultures and warm hospitality. We will explore its’ geography, resources, economy, languages and government: also the lives of the early pioneers as they eked out a living from the land and the sea in their new rugged homeland. This is the story of an island. Although connected to Nova Scotia by a causeway since 1955, it is still far enough away from “the mainland” for people to have developed their own ways!

COURSE - WRITING HISTORY RIGHT - 18.1
2022-05-05 13:00 - 15:00
Maggie Wheeler, the Seaway Valley’s Queen of Crime, shares her experiences and process for bringing history to life on the page. Learn the basics of working with setting, characters and plot within the added challenge of an historical framework. Wheeler will top off with a brief sample from her seventh and final Farran Mackenzie mystery set for launch this fall—The Last Wave By.

COURSE - WRITE IT NOW - 03.6
2022-05-04 09:30 - 11:30
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.

COURSE - HOT TOPICS - 02.6
2022-05-03 14:30 - 16:30
For many years, Hot Topics has offered an opportunity to present and discuss ideas and events of interest. Join us and bring your ideas and concerns to the discussion. Not a formal debate with winners and losers; but a moderated open discussion between members of our community. Subjects are chosen by the members. Registrations are limited in order to guarantee every member an opportunity to speak on every topic. New ideas and voices are welcome.

COURSE - MEDITATE? YES I CAN! -17.1
2022-05-03 09:30 - 11:30
Meditation has been shown to be beneficial from both a health and spiritual perspective. However, many of us have been unsuccessful in discovering a methodology that works for us. You might have wondered: “Is there something wrong with me?” Am I doing it the right way? You are not alone. Join David Rawnsley as he unravels the science behind meditation and guides you towards obtainable objectives and realistic expectations. Assisted by Lorna Foreman they will share with you the benefits of 100 years unlocking and understanding meditation.

COURSE - RETIREMENT LIVING OPTIONS - 16.1
2022-04-28 13:00 - 15:00
For many seniors and their families who are new to the world of senior retirement living, wading through the vast array of residence options and care levels can be overwhelming. We will discuss the different levels of care, starting with fully independent options such as apartments up to higher levels of care that can include an array of care services. We will also discuss Short Stay options where you stay for a shorter period of time, typically to rest and recover from a surgery, or any other situation where you may benefit from some extra support in the short term.

COURSE - MAISON BALDWIN HOUSE WOMEN’S SHELTER - 15.1
2022-04-28 09:30 - 11:30
We will provide information on Maison Baldwin House as an agency – who we are, our services, and whom we serve. We will touch on different types of abuse, the cycle of abuse, narcissistic personalities, red flags, etc. We will also discuss our Social Enterprise, Serendipity Boutique, a thrift store we run in support of the shelter and the volunteer opportunities therein.

COURSE - CENTRAL AMERICA: AN OVERVIEW - 14.1
2022-04-27 13:00 - 15:00
Central America is an overlooked part of the Western Hemisphere, with six small countries separating Mexico from Colombia in South America. It might appear that the six countries would have much in common, including for the most part a common language, Spanish. But in this overview the objective is to show the differences within this diverse region. We’ll look at the region’s history, its development, its fairly recent descent into numerous internal conflicts, and the contemporary issues that drive the governments in each country. While only an overview, it should set the stage for more specialized examinations of each of these interesting countries.

COURSE - WRITE IT NOW - 03.5
2022-04-27 09:30 - 11:30

COURSE - HOT TOPICS - 02.5
2022-04-26 14:30 - 16:30

COURSE - CORNWALL COMMUNITY MUSEUM - 13.1
2022-04-25 09:30 - 11:30
This session will provide an update on the SD&G Historical Society/Cornwall Community Museum’s new vision, plus improvements and upcoming community projects for 2022 and 2023. Attention will then focus on the history of the Indian Act and the Residential School System from the 1830’s to the present and it’s impact on Indigenous Peoples and Canadians today.

COURSE - SHOULD EXERCISE BE CONSIDERED A COVID-19 PUBLIC HEALTH MEASURE? - 12.1
2022-04-22 13:00 - 15:00
Over the last two years, there is an accumulating body of evidence that suggests exercise can decrease the chances of severe outcomes from COVID-19. As we begin to lift mandates and shift measures, could the inclusion of exercise be part of the solution to giving us the resilience we need to live with the virus? Join Shannon Marion, Registered Physiotherapist and Meghan Cafferky, Therapeutic Pilates Instructor to find out what this means and what it could look like for you. Come and participate in a Pilates exercise session and experience the benefits.

COURSE - CLIMATE REALITY - 11.1
2022-04-22 09:30 - 11:30
A talk on climate change as seen through the prism of revolutions – from agricultural to industrial and on to the year 2022. There is a need for everyone, regardless of their standing in society, to understand that, even though we are contributing to climate change, we did not cause the problem in the first place. We need to look at how the world came to this frightening point in history. This talk will provide a balanced look at how climate change occurred and its impact on the environment.

COURSE - SCOTLAND, 1707 AND ENGLISH GOLD - 10.1
2022-04-21 14:30 - 16:30
The year of the union of the parliaments of Britain and Scotland in 1707 was rife with controversy, but it marked the beginning of the modern empire of Great Britain. Today, this creation is under assault from all sides and we, as Canadians, are in every sense, children of this creation. Our workshop will lay the foundation of this great story.

COURSE - MEMORY LANE - 09.1
2022-04-21 09:30 - 11:30
As Baby Boomers gradually become senior citizens, they are taking more than a fleeting glance in life’s rearview mirror. As the lyrics in the song Memory Lane put it, “Let’s take a ride down memory lane and try to see where we’ve all been. It’s been so long and everything’s changed.” Presenter Claude McIntosh writes a weekly Seaway News column, which takes a look at the “good old days.”

COURSE - WRITE IT NOW - 03.4
2022-04-20 09:30 - 11:30

COURSE - HOT TOPICS - 02.4
2022-04-19 14:30 - 16:30

COURSE - WAR AND ITS AFTERMATH - 01.4
2022-04-19 09:30 - 11:30
Coverage will begin with the War in the Pacific. Focus will then shift to the aftermath of the Second World War in Europe, Asia and Africa. We will see there were numerous consequences of World War II that were detrimental to many countries lasting until the recent past. We will also look at the Nuremberg trials, the Marshall plan and the buildup of the Iron Curtain.

COURSE - WORLD WAR II DIARIES - 08.1
2022-04-14 13:00 - 15:00
This is the story, based on his diary, of Archie Angus Robertson LAC (Leading Aircraft Mechanic) 421 Spitfire Squadron. The story follows his joining the RCAF in 1941; training at the Vickers aircraft plants in Montreal and Toronto. Sent overseas in Dec, 43; the diary then follows his experiences from Normandy, through Belgium, Holland and Germany until the wars end May 8, 1945. It is supported by the use of a series of his own photos.

COURSE - VIMY RIDGE: BIRTH OF A NATION? - 07.1
2022-04-13 13:00 - 15:00
The Battle of Vimy Ridge represents for many Canadians an important marker of Canadian nationhood and identity. It was the first engagement in the Great War in which the entire Canadian Expeditionary Force fought together. Certainly it was a stunning victory, but did it really represent Canada’s birth as a nation? The tragic yet successful battle is commemorated by the Canadian National Vimy Memorial. Indeed, the magnificent soaring limestone memorial in itself has fueled the Vimy legend and perhaps in its symbolism exaggerated Vimy as the place where Canada came of age on the battlefield. Were there not many other significant steps on our road to nationhood?

COURSE - WRITE IT NOW - 03.3
2022-04-13 09:30 - 11:30

COURSE - HOT TOPICS - 02.3
2022-04-12 14:30 - 16:30

COURSE - WAR AND ITS AFTERMATH - 01.3
2022-04-12 09:30 - 11:30

COURSE - CORE BELIEFS, PRACTICES AND VALUES OF ISLAM - 06.1
2022-04-11 09:30 - 11:30
This session focuses on the core beliefs, practices and values of Islam. We will discuss the five pillars of Islam which form the room of most of the mandatory practices, the six pillars of faith (belief, Arabic Iman) and the inner values which breathe life into these beliefs and practices (Ihsan). We will further examine the societal values which arise by adopting these three elements. Lastly we can take a look at how these values transcended particular regions and cultures, morphing into a “World Islam” based on the Last Sermon of Prophet Muhammad. While this session will build upon the previous one, the material will not be the same.

COURSE - LIFE IN ANTARCTICA - 05.1
2022-04-08 09:30 - 11:30
More than 90% of our planet’s fresh water is located on the continent of Antarctica in the form of ice. Yet, Antarctica is an icy desert, the driest of the seven continents. Several thousand people work on this harsh and inhospitable continent during the Austral summers in support of scientific research. As a Canadian, I was fortunate enough to spend two Austral summers in Antarctica while working for the United States Antarctic Program from 1999 to 2001. Come along with me as I share some of my photos, artifacts, and experiences of living and working in Antarctica.

COURSE - THE ST. LAWRENCE SEAWAY - 04.1
2022-04-07 13:30 - 15:30
A world-class waterway, strong environmental alternative, and energy-efficient transportation corridor for North American goods and services. Topics covered will include; a brief overview of the construction of the Seaway, today’s modern Seaway, and the environmental and economic benefits of marine transportation. Time will also be provided for questions and answers. Presenters are from St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation

COURSE - WRITE IT NOW - 03.2
2022-04-06 09:30 - 11:30

COURSE - HOT TOPICS - 02.2
2022-04-05 14:30 - 16:30

COURSE - WAR AND ITS AFTERMATH - 01.2
2022-04-05 09:30 - 11:30
