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Happy Holiday Season! IN THIS ISSUU November in Review Resident Spotlight Christmas Present Ideas Upcoming Events Things to do in Montreal this Winter Meet your ResCouncil Christmas Recipes
R E B M E V O N W E I V IN RE
RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT
Ramzi
This is Ramzi from the 10th floor. Ramzi attends Concordia University and it is his first year, he majors in Business Technology management. He is originally from Lebanon but has lived in Dubai for the last 16 years of his life before moving to Canada for University. Ramzi loves helping others, hanging out around campus 1 whether it is playing pool, doing homework in one of the study space, or eating a delicious meal in the cafeteria. Don’t be shy to say “HI” when you see him around!
CHRISTMAS PRESENT IDEAS Got an upcoming Secret Santa Party? Here are some fun Christmas present ideas!
STAR BLANKET PROJECTOR HOODIE $36 $55
MOON LAMP $22 3D ILLUSION LAMP $26
LAVA LAMP $36
FUZZY SOCKS $16
Upcoming events ORNAMENT DECORATING
GINGERBREAD HOUSE
POSITIVITEA
CHRISTMAS SEASON IN CAMPUS1 MTL
ORNAMENT DECORATING
DEC. 3RD Join the festive celebration with a delightful activity of decorating the Christmas tree with cheerful ornaments!
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IT’S TIIIIIME!!
GINGERBREAD HOUSE COOPERATIVE DECORATION DEC. 8TH
POSITIVITEA DEC. 13TH Each tea bag comes with a motivational quote to brighten your day. Let's sip, savor, and spread good vibes together!
Join us for a joyful gathering where friends come together to create delightful gingerbread houses as a team. HO HO H OLIDAY | DECEMBER 2023 | VOL. 12
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THINGS TO DO IN MONTREAL THIS WINTER THIS ENCHANTING SETTING PROVIDES THE PERFECT BACKDROP TO A DAY OR NIGHT OF SKATING. GREAT MUSIC AND TWINKLING LIGHTS ADD TO THE AMBIANCE. DEC 9, 2023 TO MAR 10, 2024: MON, TUE, WED, 10 A.M. TO 9 P.M. SUN, THU, FRI, SAT, 10 A.M. TO 10 P.M.
LOCATED IN PLACE-DES-ARTS, GET WRAPPED UP IN HOLIDAY CHEER AS YOU RETURN TO A WELCOMED FESTIVE GATHERING OF LOCAL CRAFTSPEOPLE AND DAZZLING MUSICAL AND THEATRICAL PRESENTATIONS. NOV 25 TO DEC 17, 2023: THU, FRI, 3 P.M. TO 9 P.M.; SAT, 11 A.M. TO 9 P.M.; SUN, 11 A.M. TO 7 P.M. DEC 18 TO 24, 2023: MON, TUE, WED, THU, FRI, 1 P.M. TO 9 P.M.; SAT, 11 A.M. TO 9 P.M.; SUN, 11 A.M. TO 7 P.M. DEC 26 TO 30, 2023: TUE, WED, THU, FRI, 1 P.M. TO 9 P.M.; SAT, 11 A.M. TO 9 P.M.
ALSO LOCATED IN PLACE-DES-ARTS, EXPERIENCE THE MAGICAL JOURNEY OF THE NUTCRACKER IN THE OPERA THEATRE ALONG WITH A LIVE ORCHESTRA! SHOWS GO FROM 14 TO 30 DEC, AND TICKETS GO AS LOW AS $52!
MEET YOUR RESCOUNCIL MEMBERS The ResCouncil members are here to help you with whatever help or worry you may have. Here they are:
CHRISTMAS RECIPES
Snowman cheese ball 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened 1 (8-ounce) package shredded pepper Jack cheese 1 tablespoon salt-free Cajun seasoning, such as T-Don’s Cajun Goods No Salt All Purpose Blend 1 (1-ounce) packet ranch dressing mix 10 whole peppercorns 1 baby carrot 1 jalapeno pepper with stem crackers for serving Directions: 1. Mix cream cheese, pepper Jack cheese, Cajun seasoning, and ranch dressing mix together in a large bowl; divide mixture to form one small cheese ball for the head and one larger cheese ball for the body. Wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 4 hours or up to overnight before serving.
2. Place larger cheese ball on a serving plate for body. Place smaller cheese ball on top for head. Slice the tip off baby carrot; press into cheese ball for nose. Use whole peppercorns for mouth, eyes, and buttons. Cut the top, with stem, from a jalapeno, and place on top for a hat. Serve with crackers. Festive Cranberry-Pistachio Cheese Log 2 (8-ounce) packages of cream cheese, softened 1 cup dried cranberries, chopped 1 cup shelled pistachios, chopped 2 tablespoons orange zest 1 tablespoon mixed herbs (thyme, rosemary, parsley), finely chopped Crackers or sliced baguette for serving Directions: 1. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, half of the cranberries, half of the pistachios, orange zest, and herbs. 2. Shape the mixture into a log and roll it in the remaining cranberries and pistachios to coat the outside. 3. Wrap in cling film and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. 4. Serve on a platter with crackers or baguette slices.
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Christmas Tree Cheese Platter A variety of cheeses (cheddar, gouda, brie, etc.), cut into cubes Green grapes Cherry tomatoes Fresh rosemary sprigs Assorted crackers and breadsticks Directions: On a large platter, arrange the cheese cubes in the shape of a Christmas tree. Fill in the gaps with green grapes and cherry tomatoes. Use rosemary sprigs to mimic the branches of a tree. Place crackers and breadsticks at the base for the 'tree trunk'. Serve immediately, allowing guests to pick their favorites.
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