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Lifelong Learning at University of Manitoba provides adults with educational opportunities to expand personal knowledge in a relaxed learning environment.  Let your learning journey include courses presented by award winning instructors, topical sessions, and events of personal interest.
 
Visit the Lifelong Learning website for the latest educational opportunities, news and upcoming events of interest to older adults offered at University of Manitoba and in the community.  Check in frequently to view the latest events and videos that are part of lifelong learning at University of Manitoba.
 
Let us know about upcoming events and learning opportunities of interest to older adults at life@ad.umanitoba.ca

Do you know that individuals 65+ are welcome to register for free degree credit courses at University of Manitoba?

If you have ideas on topics of interest you would like to learn more about, would like to receive mailings for upcoming events or have further questions about Lifelong Learning at University of Manitoba please contact Janine Drennan at 474-6661 or janine_drennan@umanitoba.ca

P's of Food Production - ALL WELCOME -

Presented in Partnership with the Bruce D. Campbell Farm and Food Discovery Centre

Date: June 3, 10 and 17, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

         June 24, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Location: Good Neighbours Active Living Centre, 720 Henderson Hwy

Fee: Full Series: $50                        Individual Presentation Fees: Please see presentation description

June 3 Food Preparation and Preservation

Do you ever wonder how long food can be properly stored in your fridge or freezer?  Are you preparing food the safest way possible?  This workshop focuses on safe food preparation and how to properly store food in your fridge and freezer and the best ways to preserve food products.  More in-depth discussion of preservation methods will follow in subsequent weeks. Fee:  $15

June 10 Introduction to Home Preservation

What are the different options when it comes to safely preserving and storing food at home?  Learn about a variety of preservation techniques and which ones are best for different food products. Fee:  $15

June 17 Blanching and Freezing Produce

Get the most out of your fresh vegetables and learn how to maintain their freshness and vitamins while freezing.  This hands-on workshop will get you making freezer jam and include tips on how to blanch and freeze vegetables as an easy alternative to canning.  Directions on how to properly freeze berries, tomato sauces and soups will also be provided.  Fee:  $25

June 24 Get Canning!

Canning takes effort, but the results are well worth it!  This hands-on workshop takes place at the Farm & Food Discovery Centre.  You will learn how to pickle cucumbers, preserve peaches and can your own tomato sauce or soup.  Cost of session includes produce and supplies.  Transportation options available.  Fee:  $25

Curiosity Series

- Join us for interesting and enjoyable learning excursions in Manitoba.  Offered in partnership with Creative Retirement Manitoba

Farm to Table - May 22

The Bruce D. Campbell Farm and Food Discovery Centre explores how food gets from the farm to your table.  Tour this unique facility, think like a farmer, take part in a milling workshop and bake your own bread.

Geology of the Manitoba Legislative Building - June 18

This trip will focus on the unique geological characteristics of the dimensions stone, the processes reorded in their formation and the conditions under which the rocks formed.  The history of the building, its construction and the engineering geology that influenced its foundatino will also be discussed.

Healthy Aging & U - Oct. 2

Lifelong Learning and Bison Recreation Services invite you to the 2nd annual healthy Aging & U, a day of education and activities.  Try a variety of physical activities designed for older adults to learn about healthy living.  Information sessions on topics of itnerest are also featured.  All levels of physical ability are welcome and encouraged to attend.

ed2go - Fall 2013

-Online courses offering a unique learning experience.  Choose from a wide range of topics aimed to enrich your life and help reach your personal goals.

Healthy Bones & Muscles Series

- Watch for this series to be offered in November 2013

This series will look at how the aging process affects bone and muscle health along with ways to incorporate healthy active aging into your lifestyle.

 

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