MSU Extension's Tips to Get You Through the Holidays

Thursdays | 12-1 p.m. ET
Oct. 31 and Nov. 7, 14 & 21, 2024
Zoom

This series will help you prepare for the busyness of the upcoming holiday season. We will cover topics such as mindful eating, budgeting, activities for kids, and homemade preserved gifts. These sessions are open to anyone who wants to take time out of their day to help prepare for the holidays. A different topic will be covered during each virtual session. You only have to register once, and you choose which sessions you want to attend. The sessions will not be recorded.  

Mindfully Eating Treats and Such
Oct. 31, 2024 
The holiday season comes with preparing and eating some of our favorite traditional dishes and yummy desserts and treats. It can also bring up negative emotions like guilt, shame, and regret as we make decisions on what and how much to eat of these special foods. This workshop will give you some tools you can use to learn to eat mindfully, whether you are eating an apple or apple pie. You will learn ways to ways to slow down and enjoy any food with a greater appreciation by paying attention to all your senses.

Enjoy Your Holidays on a Budget
Nov. 7, 2024 
Are you worried about the holidays and being able to afford everything on your agenda and wish list? Especially with the rising cost of everything? Join this one-hour webinar for some helpful tips and strategies to be able enjoy your time with family and friends and not break the bank.

Creative Crafts for Kids
 
Nov. 14, 2024 
As winter break approaches, many of us will have time at home with the children in our lives. During this session, learn how you can spend that time making memories through hands-on activities! Together, we will explore creative crafts for kids of all ages that can be used to provide engagement and inspiration, discover new skills, and can be given as holiday gifts!

Preserving Foods for Gifts
 
Nov. 21, 2024 
Homemade gifts are very meaningful and can be budget-friendly. Learn how to make home-preserved food gifts safely and find the way to your loved one’s heart! Join us to get some ideas for popular home-preserved foods and learn more about how to safely home-can using safe, research-based recipes. Following recommended practices will help ensure that you won’t give a foodborne illness along with your gift.


This series will be available over Zoom. Instructions on Zoom software and setup will be sent in the confirmation email and a reminder email before each session.
 

Cost:
FREE 

Registration for MSU Extension's Tips to Get You Through the Holidays is open.

Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on November 20, 2024.

There are 975 openings available.

Accommodations

Michigan State University is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services and activities. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the event contact two weeks prior to the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.

Contact Information

For more information or questions, contact Christi Demitz at demitzch@msu.edu.