Spring Education Seminars
The AESES Education Committee would like to offer members seminars to attend this spring!
AESES Spring 2025 Education Seminars
- Brew Kombucha at Home (Virtual) | Thu., April 3 | 6:30 – 8:00 pm
- Easter Egg Decorating (Pysanka) | Sat., April 5 | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
- Learn Ballroom Dancing | Wed., April 16 | 7:00 – 8:30 pm
- Paint Night | Thu., May 15 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm
- Wooden Spoon Carving | Sun., May 25 | 1:00 – 4:00 pm
- Cooking with Nancy – Palak Paneer | Tue., June 3 | 6:30 – 8:30 pm
- Labour Relations – Exploring Union-Employer Negotiations (Virtual) | Wed., June 4 | 6:30 – 8:30 pm
- Labour Relations – Fundamentals of Discipline (Virtual) | Mon., June 9 | 6:30 – 8:30 pm
All seminars are delivered in person unless otherwise noted and have limited capacity. Waitlists will be available if necessary.
While we anticipate offering all seminars listed, details and times are subject to change and availability.
These seminars are for AESES signed members* and a guest (limit of one guest per member, per seminar). Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis, with your completed registration form and payment (if required).
Seminars being offered (click on the title for complete details)
Learn to Brew Kombucha at Home by Growing a Starter SCOBY
Learn to make kombucha at home using the provided list of supplies you will need to gather before the event. Kombucha is a delicious, fun, healthful, sparkling drink. Unfortunately, many commercial brands are no longer traditionally fermented or have sugar or other ingredients added. Making it at home saves you money and allows you to control the health aspects and the flavour. Join renowned fermentation author Kirsten K. Shockey in this online course, where we will demystify kombucha and learn how to make your own by creating your starter liquid and SCOBY in your home. This experience combined with class instruction will get you on your way.
Supply list:
- Unpasteurized raw kombucha (1 bottle/can) – Found in Winnipeg: Wolseley Kombucha or Prism Kombucha
- Quart/litre jar (1)
- Black tea (2 bags)
- Boiling water
- Sugar
- Rubberband
- Round coffee filter or a tight weave cloth to cover the jar
Brew Kombucha at Home (Virtual)
Thursday, April 3, 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Location: Virtual (the link will be sent prior to the event date)
Instructor: Kirsten Shockey – fermentationschool.com
Supplies: Please gather all supplies from the list in the description before the event.
$11.00 AESES members | $21.00 Non-members | Max 25
Registration deadline is March 27 or until full.
Join us for a Pysanka “Ukrainian Easter Egg” Workshop. Attend and learn how to decorate in this traditional art form, which is common in Slavic cultures, including Ukraine. At the end, you will take home your decorated egg. The seminar will be held at the Ukrainian Labour Temple, a national historic site, and centre of Ukrainian culture and labour activism. In addition to the seminar, members of the Association of United Ukrainian Canadians, the national organization that operates the Labour Temple, will provide a historical tour to introduce participants to the significance of the building, organization, and their role in the broader community.
Easter Egg Decorating (Pysanka)
Saturday, April 5, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Location: Ukrainian Labour Temple, 591 Pritchard Avenue
Instructor: Kim Boss
Tour Guide: Tim Gordienko
$ 13.00 AESES members | $23.00 Non-members | Max 25
Registration deadline is March 28 or until full.
Step onto the dance floor and experience the fun and elegance of ballroom dance! You will be introduced to the fundamentals of partner dancing, including basic steps, posture, and musicality. Led by an experienced instructor, you’ll get a taste of popular ballroom styles while building confidence and having a great time. Comfortable clothing and smooth-soled shoes are recommended. It is recommended to register as a pair. Individual attendees are welcome, please note you may be paired up with a partner during the seminar. A waiver will be provided when you arrive to sign.
Learn Ballroom Dancing
Wednesday, April 16, 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Instructor: Sophie Sickert
Location: Active Living Centre, University of Manitoba, Fort Garry Campus
Free for AESES members | $5.00 Non-members | Max 20
Registration deadline is April 9 or until full.
Bring your artistic self to our Paint Night. All painting supplies are provided, including an 11” x 14” canvas. The painting design will be announced at a later date. Tea and coffee will be available onsite.
Paint Night
Thursday, May 15, 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Instructor: Michelle Desloges
Location: AESES Business Office – 880 Harrow Street East
$20.00 for AESES members | $30.00 Non-members | Max 15
Registration deadline is May 8 or until full.
Come spend the afternoon and learn the basics of wood carving. The Lee Valley Advisor will guide you through each step carving a wooden spoon.
Wooden Spoon Carving
Sunday, May 25, 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Location: Lee Valley Tools, 100-1395 Ellice Avenue
Free for AESES members | $10.00 Non-members | Max 15
Registration deadline is May 16 or until full.
Palak Paneer with Coconut Chutney and Vegetarian Basmati Rice
In this seminar, you will learn to prepare these dishes from scratch using fresh ingredients. Bring a container to take home your finished meals. Experience the taste of India with the flavorful spinach dish cooked with Indian cottage cheese (paneer). As sides, attendees will make fragrant vegetarian basmati rice and coconut chutney – a simple yet delicious chutney that is great for your taste buds.
Cooking with Nancy – Palak Paneer
Tuesday, June 3, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Location: Sergeant Tommy Prince Place, 90 Sinclair Street
Instructor: Nandita Selvanathan
$17.00 for AESES members | $27.00 Non-members | Max 12
Registration deadline is May 23 or until full.
Curious about how to negotiate better working conditions and fair wages? Want to learn how your voice can be heard during bargaining? Join us for an informative session that provides an overview of Union-Employer Negotiations! We’ll break down the steps of the collective bargaining process that empower our members to advocate for their rights. Plus, we might even share a laugh or two along the way!
Labour Relations – Exploring Union-Employer Negotiations (Virtual)
Wednesday, June 4, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Presenters: AESES Labour Team
Location: Virtual (the link will be sent prior to the event date)
Free for AESES members | Max 90
Registration deadline is June 2 or until full.
Understanding the disciplinary process and the union’s role in supporting members is essential. In this session on Discipline Fundamentals, we will cover key protections and the union’s role in ensuring fairness. We will also examine the disciplinary investigation process and how to navigate it with confidence. This session will provide valuable insights to help members feel informed and empowered.
Labour Relations – Fundamentals of Discipline (Virtual)
Monday, June 9, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Presenters: AESES Labour Team
Location: Virtual (the link will be sent prior to the event date)
Free for AESES members | Max 90
Registration deadline is June 5 or until full.
Register
These seminars are for AESES signed members* and a guest (limit of one guest per member, per seminar). Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis, with your completed registration form and payment (if required).
*Please note that as of 2018, AESES implemented a policy that requires members to be signed as union members to participate in our education seminars. If you are not yet signed (or not sure) but are interested in attending, contact the AESES Business Office, and we can check and provide you with a membership form if needed.