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| − | LEGO Mindful Building – Monthly Drop-in Sessions:
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| − | '''Hosted by:''' [mailto:olga.novoa@ised-isde.gc.ca?subject=Count%20Me%20In%20for%20LEGO%20Time!&body=I%E2%80%99d%20love%20to%20join%20the%20LEGO%20Mindful%20Building%20sessions%20and%20take%20a%20creative%20break%20with%20some%20bricks%20and%20good%20vibes.%20Please%20send%20me%20the%20series%20link%20so%20I%20can%20jump%20in%20and%20build%20with%20the%20crew.%20Thanks! Olga Novoa, User Experience Designer at ISED] | + | </div> |
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| | + | == Faites une pause consciente avec LEGO ! == |
| | + | Rejoignez-moi '''(virtuellement)''' tous les troisièmes vendredis du mois, de 12 h 30 à 13 h (heure d'Ottawa), pour une séance détendue et créative où nous construirons, nous détendrons et nous connecterons. |
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| − | '''Inspired by:''' https://wiki.gccollab.ca/Convergence | + | 🧘♀️ Pas d'instructions, pas de pression ! Apportez simplement vos propres LEGO et construisez ce que vous voulez. |
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| − | '''When:''' Third Friday of each month
| + | 🎨 Chaque session comprend un modèle simple pour stimuler les idées (ou apportez votre propre projet !). |
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| − | '''Time:''' 12:30–1:00 PM ET (Ottawa time) (30 minutes)
| + | 🎥 Rejoignez-nous via MS Teams – caméra facultative, plaisir garanti. |
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| − | '''Where:''' [https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZWI3YTMwZmItMzAyZi00NDMyLWE5ZmYtOTNhZDhkYjUxM2I5%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22b72ac62f-06d5-4cd5-824e-ee92319a4676%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22e121f76e-dbd6-43eb-8116-40ee5b3be9be%22%7d Microsoft Teams] | + | Jouons, détendons-nous et rechargeons nos batteries ensemble ! ''Veuillez noter que cette activité n'est '''pas un événement officiel d'un département, d'un secteur, d'une succursale ou d'une équipe.''' Il s'agit d'un espace ouvert et d'une invitation à se rencontrer de manière informelle, où tout le monde est le bienvenu !'' |
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| − | A calm, creative space for public servants to:
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| − | *Unwind and reset during the workday (lunchtime)
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| − | *Engage in mindful play using their own LEGO sets
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| − | *Connect with like-minded colleagues across departments
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| − | *Build freely or follow a simple monthly template
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| − | ==🧘♀️ How It Works==
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| − | No instructions, no pressure, just play!
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| − | *All levels and expertise
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| − | *Bring your own LEGO set or bricks
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| − | *Each session will begin with a quick hello and a shared basic build template (e.g., a mini chair, a tiny tree, a smiley face)
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| − | *Participants can follow the template or work on their own creations
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| − | *Cameras on or off, your comfort matters
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| − | *No need to finish anything, this is about the process, not the product
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| − | == 🎨 Don’t have LEGO? No problem!==
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| − | You’re welcome to join just to watch, learn, and connect with others. Whether you’re using LEGO bricks, compatible alternatives, or simply curious about the experience, these sessions are open to all, from beginners to master builders. Everyone is welcome!
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| − | ==🏗️ Tiny Build Ideas for Monthly Sessions==
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| − | Here are some simple, creative ideas using generic LEGO bricks:
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| − | #[https://mega.nz/folder/tt1WQYbJ#OgDCm2287IZem8glpFNN_w/file/Vh9wxBIS Watermelon Slice] 🍉 – Use red, green, and black bricks to mimic a juicy wedge
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| − | #[https://mega.nz/folder/tt1WQYbJ#OgDCm2287IZem8glpFNN_w/file/A0tSiRBT Ice Cream Cone] 🍦 – Stack tan and pastel bricks to create a cone with a scoop
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| − | #[https://mega.nz/folder/tt1WQYbJ#OgDCm2287IZem8glpFNN_w/file/ko8QRZrb Mini Robot] 🤖 – Use grey and blue bricks for a tiny tech friend
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| − | #[https://mega.nz/folder/tt1WQYbJ#OgDCm2287IZem8glpFNN_w/file/I18GxZLY Lego Duck] 🦆 – A classic 4-brick duck (''great for beginners!'')
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| − | #[https://mega.nz/folder/tt1WQYbJ#OgDCm2287IZem8glpFNN_w/file/xhtkybzS Rocket Ship] 🚀 – A vertical build with fins and a pointed top
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| − | ==🪜 Joining==
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| − | *No experience with LEGO bricks or sets is necessary.
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| − | *Public servants from all departments are welcome to attend!
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| − | *These sessions are open to all skill levels, from curious beginners to seasoned master builders.
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| − | *Everyone is welcome to join in, build at their own pace, and enjoy the creative break.
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| − | ==📅 Recurring Teams Invite==
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| − | Lego Mindful Building – Monthly Drop-In Sessions, take place in English 12:30–1:00 PM ET (Ottawa time) via [https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZWI3YTMwZmItMzAyZi00NDMyLWE5ZmYtOTNhZDhkYjUxM2I5%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22b72ac62f-06d5-4cd5-824e-ee92319a4676%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22e121f76e-dbd6-43eb-8116-40ee5b3be9be%22%7d MS Teams] on the third Friday of each month.
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| − | If you can't join right at 12:30 PM, you are welcome to join the call later!
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| − | ==📬 Want to join the fun?==
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| − | [mailto:olga.novoa@ised-isde.gc.ca?subject=Count%20Me%20In%20for%20LEGO%20Time!&body=I%E2%80%99d%20love%20to%20join%20the%20LEGO%20Mindful%20Building%20sessions%20and%20take%20a%20creative%20break%20with%20some%20bricks%20and%20good%20vibes.%20Please%20send%20me%20the%20series%20link%20so%20I%20can%20jump%20in%20and%20build%20with%20the%20crew.%20Thanks! Message me] and I’ll send you the recurring series for 30 minutes of mindful LEGO building each month!
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| − | ==🧰 Resources==
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| − | ===🛠️ Free LEGO Mini Build Instructions===
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| − | [https://mega.nz/folder/tt1WQYbJ#OgDCm2287IZem8glpFNN_w The first place to start is this free LEGO mini build instructions database where you can search and download thousands of free LEGO guides! ]
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| − | From 2008-2020, LEGO offered monthly free mini build instructions that are super easy to build with generic LEGO pieces. Somebody collected over 12 years' worth of these free guides, and you can [https://mega.nz/folder/tt1WQYbJ#OgDCm2287IZem8glpFNN_w view & download them all] here! With only a handful of generic pieces, you'll learn how to build a frog, truck, airplane, or something similar.
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| − | All these instructions are trademarks of the LEGO® group.
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| − | ===📲 Free LEGO Instructions App ===
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| − | [https://www.heyitsfree.net/lego-brickit-app-scan LEGO has a new app called Brickit] that scans your pile of bricks and tells you what you can build, 🚀 It’s what my 5-year-old self always dreamed of! 👩🚀
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