Volume 2, Issue 8 (August 2021)
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The Keynote is the monthly e-newsletter from the Conference and Event Services team at Georgian College. Designed to keep you well informed of what is happening on campus, showcase recent events at the college, as well as tips and tricks to assist with your future events. 
Summer adventures
The summer months are in full swing and we hope you have been able to make the most of it. Even though there is always work to be done, it's so important to remember to take time to decompress, de-stress, and get outside!

This August, our team has been able to explore Ontario and have our own adventures. Kirsten visited Burk's Falls and the famous Screaming Heads. This art installation, located in the Almaguin Highlands, features a vast array of giant concrete sculptures created by local artist Peter Camani. The 310-acre property is a great place to take in the amazing sites or even go for a hike.

Katie enjoyed a camping trip to Algonquin Provincial Park. She stayed at the Rock Lake campground, hiked the Booth’s Rock, Lookout and Big Pines trails and spent some much needed time with Mother Nature. Good friends, good food, and the Canadian Shield – what more could you ask for? 

Whether you're spending your summer close to home or venturing further afield, we hope you're enjoying every second of it!
Creative catering
Have we mentioned how much we love food? The Last Class restaurant is a student and staff favourite here at Georgian, and is one of two preferred caterers for events at the Barrie campus.

We’ve been missing our colleagues, so we decided to catch up with Suzanne Sprenger, Administrative and Catering Assistant for Student Centre Food and Beverage Operations, to ask her a few questions.
What do you miss the most about catering on-campus events?
I would say we miss the people most. Working with client's, meeting every clients different needs, and creatively coming up with solutions to ensure that their event goes smoothly.

COVID-19 has required food and beverage operators to re-think service delivery methods and menu options. What changes will there be to TLC’s catering or service delivery when we return to campus?
We have talked a lot about how we are going to ensure our staff and clients are safe while meeting their food service needs. We have modified our take-out program with catering groups in mind, with sturdier solutions for individually boxed meals, while still being environmentally sustainable. We are also looking at having staff serve our meals for larger groups with portable partitions to separate our guests, our staff and the food while we serve it.

What is your favorite item on the TLC’s current catering menu?
Our talented chefs have spent a great deal of time coming up with unique items, ensuring we have a diverse menu that can fit anyone’s budget. Our team loves the Teriyaki-glazed stir fry. The flavour profile and versatility is great for different dietary requirements such as vegetarians.
Are you craving your favourite meal from TLC? They are open for take-out Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Here's what our team recommends: Kirsten’s favourite is the TLC Chicken Club, Katie can’t get enough of the Chicken Fajita Salad Bowl, and Miranda loves the Classic Poutine.
Virtual events for you
Xcelerate Summit 2021
Oct. 19 to 22
This four-day hybrid conference brings together the area's most prominent business leaders, stellar keynote speakers, hands-on workshops and networking. Take some time to work on your business.
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Three catering styles to get familiar with

We’re sharing our three favourite ways to serve and present food, and some dishes that work well with each style right off the catering menu of our on-campus caterer, The Last Class. Get your stretchy pants on and dig in!

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