ADRIAN — The Weber Retreat and Conference Center’s monthly Lunch and Learn series is offered from 12:15 p.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesdays. Dates and topics this season are:

• Looking for Some New and Easy Recipes? — Jan. 15. A panel of cooks will share samples and recipes, including Hamburger Delight and Upside Down Cranberry Loaf. Feel free to bring your own recipes to share.
• Technology Update — Feb. 12. Members of the Adrian Dominican Sisters’ communications office will discuss podcasts, while members of the technology office will answer questions about topics such as scams, security, and artificial intelligence. 
• Oh, My Aching Back! — March 12. Physical therapists from 3DPT will discuss the causes of back pain and explain how exercise and stretching can help you. 
• Spice Up Your Cooking — April 9. Gwynne Marks, co-owner of Marks Trading Company in Adrian, will shares specialty items in the new store, including spices and spice rubs for meats, fish, tacos, and pies.

Bring your own lunch and enjoy drinks and desserts provided by Weber Center. You may also purchase a lunch for $7 — your choice of egg salad, turkey and cheese, or chicken salad croissant sandwiches with chips — by registering at least two days in advance. Visit webercenter.org and click on “Programs,” call 517-266-4000, or email [email protected]. Registration is not necessary if you bring your own lunch.

Weber Center is on the campus of the Adrian Dominican Sisters Motherhouse in Adrian. From East Siena Heights Drive, turn into the driveway between Adrian Rea Literacy Center and the solar panel-covered carport, then follow the signs to Weber Center. 

For information, call 517-266-4000 or go to webercenter.org.