Spice up Spring time a little by coming to hear a talk on ''The History of Spices.'' This week's OLLI presentation will feature Spice Expert Hank Kaestner, who has worked on and studied this topic for many years. The search for spices has been a motivator of world exploration and commerce. By following explorers' footsteps, Kaestner will trace the discovery and usage of spices from the Roman Empire through the 20th century.

What: ''The History of Spices'' with Hank Kaestner, Spice Expert
When: Wednesday, March 27, 1:30-2:45
Where: Montpelier Senior Activity Center
Cost: Free to OLLI members, others $5 suggested donation

There will be time for questions after the talk, and refreshments will be offered.
For more information about this program or the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute in general, please email me, call
454-7814, or go to learn.UVM.edu/osher

Thanks!