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Earlier in the spring, we started a series of articles on learning something new in Glasgow. From family relationships to singing, dancing, speaking foreign languages, there was so much to choose from.

And wait until you see what the Strathclyde University has on offer this summer!

You might have spotted their understated flyer with a bright red grapefruit and a list of attractive courses at the back. There are actually 60 pages of courses, workshops, and seminars. Some workshops are just a few hours long, others are full-days or spread over six weeks.

The 'Give it Go' series of events invites you to try new things: drawing, abstract art, watercolours, singing, song writing, creative writing and even speaking French, Italian, German and Spanish!

The Summer Programme also invites children to learn alongside their parents and their grandparents. The purpose is for different generations to learn together in a fun and encouraging environment. A family portrait day, a City Safari, and a workshop to learn to grow plants and seeds in everyday packaging are all great childhood memories in the making.

There are several IT and computer courses on website design, social networking, using google, or an MP3 player. The courses are open to all and don't require any previous knowledge.

Art, drawing, painting and writing form a big part of the programme, with something to suit everyone. If you are interested in genealogy and ancestry, you will find lots to learn.

Remember our series of articles about all things Glasgow a few weeks ago? The Summer Programme would fit right in with workshops about Hidden Art in Glasgow, the Glasgow Four, the Glasgow School of Art, and a History of Scottish Architecture.

We know what we'll be queuing for: the Wine Appreciation seminars. How to choose wine to accompany various foods? What are the main grape varieties? How to taste wine? Learning about Italian and Spanish wines. Wednesdays will definitely be fun this summer!