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University of New Brunswicks
College of Extended Learning

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Looking for something fun, educational and creative to do this winter? Consider adult non-credit courses from University of New Brunswick's College of Extended Learning.

"There are a host of courses that are back by popular demand," says Alison Howells, program development officer at the UNB Art Centre.

One course in particular is Play the Acoustic Guitar.

"This beginners course, lead by the inimitable Nick de Vries, is being offered for the 11th year in a row," says Howells. "Nick is also instructing All That Jazz-an opportunity for learners to explore the origins, geography, culture, ideology, and the art of jazz."

For people who enjoy hands-on creative arts classes, there are courses in pottery and jewelry-making, as well as observational drawing, watercolour painting, and photography. Other craft courses include knitting and quilting. Most courses are for beginners, with some intermediate classes. But everyone is welcome to sign up.

"No experience is necessary for most courses," says Howells. "These classes are intended be fun, stimulating and relaxing - a time out from our busy lives."

This winter, beginner and intermediate level conversational Spanish and French, and Italian for beginners are planned. Courses provide instruction to develop basic conversational skills, with participants learning greetings, short sentences and how to ask for such things as food, drink, or shelter.

"Many people sign up for language courses when planning a business trip or vacation to a country where the language is spoken."

New this winter are classes in American Sign Language. Level I will take place in January and February, and Level II in March and April. Sign language courses are offered two nights per week to aid in retention of the skills learned during each session.

Other course titles include the Lost Maliseet Trail, which is about the historical uses of this 220 km trail - its treasurers, secrets, portages, and special places.

Welcome Baby: Tools for the Journey is an informative and supportive workshop, exploring the period from pregnancy through the early parenting.

Also, in this time of economic uncertainty, the Understanding and Taking Control of Your Finances class may be helpful.

Finally, for anyone who ever wanted to write a novel, the Writing Hurts class, instructed by Biff Mitchell can help you get started.

UNB CEL's non-credit courses are lead by local, well-known instructors and are held in the evenings to fit into busy work schedules.

"There is no better way to start the new year than by learning something new," says Howells.

For course details visit www.cel.unb.ca/pce. For more information call 452-6360 or email ahowells@unb.ca and to register, call 453-4646.