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UID:876-1773403200-1773408600@inspiraexplor.ca
SUMMARY:Afternoon Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:We invite children to explore new strategies and inspire each other around the chessboard. The focus\, the excitement\, and the problem-solving… Every move is an opportunity to explore thinking\, challenge themselves\, and grow in confidence. Week by week\, their skills improve\, and their curiosity deepens. We love seeing their minds inspired to think ahead and their confidence grow with every move! \nPurchase your tickets below or send payment by Interac e-transfer to info@inspiraexplor.ca. \nBILINGUAL\n6-12 years old (without parents)\nNo reimbursement if you miss this workshop\nNo shoes inside
URL:https://inspiraexplor.ca/event/fun-chess-club/
LOCATION:Inspira Explor Learning Centre\, 133A rue Saint-Pierre\, Rigaud\, Quebec\, J0P 1P0\, Canada
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UID:951-1774605600-1774609200@inspiraexplor.ca
SUMMARY:Meet a real children’s book author in person!
DESCRIPTION:It’s a reading club and an empathy workshop based on the book\, in one. The award-winning Courage Tales team is offering a FREE 1 hour storytelling workshop focused on courage and empathy. This will be facilitated by Dagmara Sitek\, a children’s book author called “Loris opens up his heart”.\n\n\nENGLISH ONLY (the book is in English)\n6-12 years old (without parents)\nNo reimbursement if you miss this workshop\nNo shoes inside
URL:https://inspiraexplor.ca/event/meet-a-real-childrens-book-author-in-person/
LOCATION:Inspira Explor Learning Centre\, 133A rue Saint-Pierre\, Rigaud\, Quebec\, J0P 1P0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T100000
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UID:1048-1776420000-1776468600@inspiraexplor.ca
SUMMARY:Science Workshops
DESCRIPTION:We are inviting your child to participate in a series of four science workshops! 🔬 \n⚡ Electricity & Static Electricity\nDiscover the power of electricity through fun hands-on experiments! Kids will build simple circuits with potatoes and explore static electricity that makes objects move\, jump\, and stick. \n🕵️ Chemistry Crime Scene Investigation\nBecome a science detective! Kids will analyze clues\, test mysterious substances\, and use chemistry to solve a fun crime scene mystery. \n❄️ Dry Ice Fun\nExplore the magic of dry ice with bubbling reactions\, foggy effects\, and exciting experiments that reveal the secrets of matter. \n🌸 Glow-in-the-Dark Flowers for Mother’s Day\nCreate beautiful glowing flowers while learning how plants move water through their stems. When the lights go out\, the science glows! \nPurchase your tickets below or send payment by Interac e-transfer to info@inspiraexplor.ca. \n  \nBILINGUAL \nFridays – April 17\, 24\, May 8\, 15\nGroup of 12 kids only\n6-12 years old (without parents)\nNo reimbursement if you miss this workshop\nWe need a minimum of 6 children to register
URL:https://inspiraexplor.ca/event/session-of-science-workshops/
LOCATION:Inspira Explor Learning Centre\, 133A rue Saint-Pierre\, Rigaud\, Quebec\, J0P 1P0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T120000
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UID:948-1777629600-1777636800@inspiraexplor.ca
SUMMARY:Hands-on History workshop
DESCRIPTION:The workshop will explore the theme of Indigenous peoples in Quebec\, supporting the development of key academic and cross-curricular skills. Discover how dwellings reflect ways of life. After the presentation\, children will work on a hands-on project. \nPurchase your tickets below or send payment by Interac e-transfer to info@inspiraexplor.ca. \n\nBILINGUAL\n6-12 years old (without parents)\nNo reimbursement if you miss this workshop\nNo shoes inside
URL:https://inspiraexplor.ca/event/hands-on-educational-workshop-about-indigenous-peoples-2/
LOCATION:Inspira Explor Learning Centre\, 133A rue Saint-Pierre\, Rigaud\, Quebec\, J0P 1P0\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspira Explor Learning Centre":MAILTO:info@inspiraexplor.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T210321Z
UID:1122-1779444000-1779465600@inspiraexplor.ca
SUMMARY:Open House - Friday May 22
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an Open House at our Montessori learning centre in Rigaud!\nCome discover our warm and welcoming learning environment\, explore our Montessori materials\, and learn more about our programs for children:\n• Summer Camp (spots available for Summer 2026)\n• Preschool – ages 4–6 year olds (part-time 2026–2027)\n• Childcare for homeschooled children\n• Tutoring with Montessori materials\nMeet the educator\, ask your questions\, and discover how our centre fosters curiosity\, independence\, and a love of learning.
URL:https://inspiraexplor.ca/event/open-house/
LOCATION:Inspira Explor Learning Centre\, 133A rue Saint-Pierre\, Rigaud\, Quebec\, J0P 1P0\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspira Explor Learning Centre":MAILTO:info@inspiraexplor.ca
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UID:1128-1779530400-1779552000@inspiraexplor.ca
SUMMARY:Open House - Saturday May 23
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an Open House at our Montessori learning centre in Rigaud!\nCome discover our warm and welcoming learning environment\, explore our Montessori materials\, and learn more about our programs for children:\n• Summer camp (spots available for Summer 2026)\n• Preschool – ages 4–6 (part-time 2026–2027)\n• Childcare for homeschooled children\n• Tutoring with Montessori materials \nMeet the educator\, ask your questions\, and discover how our centre fosters curiosity\, independence\, and a love of learning.
URL:https://inspiraexplor.ca/event/open-house-saturday-may-23/
LOCATION:Inspira Explor Learning Centre\, 133A rue Saint-Pierre\, Rigaud\, Quebec\, J0P 1P0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T233000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T211251Z
UID:1116-1780048800-1780097400@inspiraexplor.ca
SUMMARY:Fascinating world of medicinal plants
DESCRIPTION:A creative and fun workshop on medicinal plants\, where children will explore the world of plants in an engaging\, hands-on way. The session will focus on helping children discover their properties\, traditional uses\, and how they can be found in nature. \nBILINGUAL \nFriday – May 29\nGroup of 10 kids only (minimum of 6 children)\n6-12 years old (without parents)\nNo reimbursement if you miss this workshop
URL:https://inspiraexplor.ca/event/fascinating-world-of-medicinal-plants/
LOCATION:Inspira Explor Learning Centre\, 133A rue Saint-Pierre\, Rigaud\, Quebec\, J0P 1P0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T140000
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CREATED:20260605T025417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T025417Z
UID:1315-1783083600-1783087200@inspiraexplor.ca
SUMMARY:Indigenous Knowledge - Painted pictographs
DESCRIPTION:The workshop will explore the theme of Indigenous peoples in Quebec\, supporting the development of cross-curricular skills. Creative workshop where participants can handle artifact reproductions and experiment making a paleohistoric object. \nBILINGUAL\nMaterials included\n5-9 years old (without parents)\nNo reimbursement if you miss this workshop\nMinimum 12 registrations required
URL:https://inspiraexplor.ca/event/indigenous-knowledge-painted-pictographs/
LOCATION:Inspira Explor Learning Centre\, 133A rue Saint-Pierre\, Rigaud\, Quebec\, J0P 1P0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T140000
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CREATED:20260605T030320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T030320Z
UID:1321-1783688400-1783692000@inspiraexplor.ca
SUMMARY:Indigenous Knowledge - Pottery
DESCRIPTION:The workshop will explore the theme of Indigenous peoples in Quebec\, supporting the development of cross-curricular skills. Creative workshop where participants can handle artifact reproductions and experiment making a paleohistoric object. \nBILINGUAL\nMaterials included\n5-9 years old (without parents)\nNo reimbursement if you miss this workshop\nMinimum 12 registrations required
URL:https://inspiraexplor.ca/event/indigenous-knowledge-pottery/
LOCATION:Inspira Explor Learning Centre\, 133A rue Saint-Pierre\, Rigaud\, Quebec\, J0P 1P0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T030735Z
CREATED:20260605T030735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T030735Z
UID:1326-1786107600-1786111200@inspiraexplor.ca
SUMMARY:Indigenous Knowledge - Petroglyph
DESCRIPTION:The workshop will explore the theme of Indigenous peoples in Quebec\, supporting the development of cross-curricular skills. Creative workshop where participants can handle artifact reproductions and experiment making a paleohistoric object. \nBILINGUAL\nMaterials included\n5-9 years old (without parents)\nNo reimbursement if you miss this workshop\nMinimum 12 registrations required
URL:https://inspiraexplor.ca/event/indigenous-knowledge-petroglyph/
LOCATION:Inspira Explor Learning Centre\, 133A rue Saint-Pierre\, Rigaud\, Quebec\, J0P 1P0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T110000
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UID:1353-1789725600-1789729200@inspiraexplor.ca
SUMMARY:Chess – Fall Session (10 weeks)
DESCRIPTION:A dynamic chess program led by a FIDE Master\, designed to help students build strong strategic thinking\, focus\, and problem-solving skills. Through guided games\, puzzles\, and challenges\, children learn to plan ahead\, think critically\, and develop confidence both on and off the board. \nFridays – September 18\, 2026 – November 20\, 2026*\nThere may be one or two date changes.\nDates will be confirmed as soon as possible over the summer. \nBILINGUAL\n6-12 years old (without parents)\nNo reimbursement if you miss the workshop\nMinimum 6 registrations required
URL:https://inspiraexplor.ca/event/chess-fall-session-10-weeks/
LOCATION:Inspira Explor Learning Centre\, 133A rue Saint-Pierre\, Rigaud\, Quebec\, J0P 1P0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261127T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T212441Z
CREATED:20260615T211505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T212441Z
UID:1369-1795773600-1795780800@inspiraexplor.ca
SUMMARY:Indigenous Knowledge – The World of the Mayas
DESCRIPTION:Discover the Maya civilization through an interactive presentation designed to illustrate the organization of a complex society\, with an emphasis on urban lifestyles. The presentation is followed by a workshop where students create a stone pendant. This activity is ideal as a complement to the study of the Inca civilization in Grade 3 and as an introduction to tropical America. \nContent: \n\nMesoamerica\nThe People of Maize\nCities and Kings\n\nArtifacts: loom\, pottery\, clothing\, mask\, ornaments\, models\, and more \nBILINGUAL\nMaterials included\nCycle 2 and Cycle 3\n6-12 years old (without parents)\nNo reimbursement if you miss this workshop\nMinimum 12 registrations required
URL:https://inspiraexplor.ca/event/the-world-of-the-mayas/
LOCATION:Inspira Explor Learning Centre\, 133A rue Saint-Pierre\, Rigaud\, Quebec\, J0P 1P0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270101T110000
DTSTAMP:20260615T202205Z
CREATED:20260615T202205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T202205Z
UID:1362-1798797600-1798801200@inspiraexplor.ca
SUMMARY:Chess – Winter Session (8 weeks)
DESCRIPTION:A dynamic chess program led by a FIDE Master\, designed to help students build strong strategic thinking\, focus\, and problem-solving skills. Through guided games\, puzzles\, and challenges\, children learn to plan ahead\, think critically\, and develop confidence both on and off the board. \nFridays – January 1\, 2027 – March 5\, 2027 \nBILINGUAL\n6-12 years old (without parents)\nNo reimbursement if you miss the workshop\nMinimum 6 registrations required
URL:https://inspiraexplor.ca/event/chess-winter-session-8-weeks/
LOCATION:Inspira Explor Learning Centre\, 133A rue Saint-Pierre\, Rigaud\, Quebec\, J0P 1P0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270312T110000
DTSTAMP:20260615T213315Z
CREATED:20260615T212319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T213315Z
UID:1375-1804845600-1804849200@inspiraexplor.ca
SUMMARY:Indigenous Knowledge – The Salmon and the Cedar
DESCRIPTION:Discover the sophistication and art of the peoples of Canada’s Pacific Coast through an interactive presentation designed to illustrate the lifestyle of a coastal society\, with an emphasis on social hierarchy and mythological art. The presentation is followed by a storytelling session and a workshop where students create a painted artwork. This activity is ideal for the West Coast theme in Grade 5 and as an introduction to the diversity of Indigenous peoples. \nContent: \n\nThe richness of the Pacific Coast\nFishing in all its forms\nThe symbolism of a unique art form\n\nArtifacts: fishing tools\, decorated objects\, natural materials\, and more \nBILINGUAL\nMaterials included\nCycle 2 and Cycle 3\n6-12 years old (without parents)\nNo reimbursement if you miss this workshop\nMinimum 12 registrations required
URL:https://inspiraexplor.ca/event/indigenous-knowledge-the-salmon-and-the-cedar/
LOCATION:Inspira Explor Learning Centre\, 133A rue Saint-Pierre\, Rigaud\, Quebec\, J0P 1P0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270319T110000
DTSTAMP:20260615T202724Z
CREATED:20260615T202724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T202724Z
UID:1366-1805450400-1805454000@inspiraexplor.ca
SUMMARY:Chess – Spring Session (8 weeks)
DESCRIPTION:A dynamic chess program led by a FIDE Master\, designed to help students build strong strategic thinking\, focus\, and problem-solving skills. Through guided games\, puzzles\, and challenges\, children learn to plan ahead\, think critically\, and develop confidence both on and off the board. \nFridays – March 19\, 2027 – May 21\, 2027\nNo classes on March 26\, 2027 & April 30\, 2027 \nBILINGUAL\n6-12 years old (without parents)\nNo reimbursement if you miss the workshop\nMinimum 6 registrations required
URL:https://inspiraexplor.ca/event/chess-spring-session-8-weeks/
LOCATION:Inspira Explor Learning Centre\, 133A rue Saint-Pierre\, Rigaud\, Quebec\, J0P 1P0\, Canada
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