Learn a new language with Project Euler problems
Learning a new non-trivial programming language is a considerable task, and after doing the initial reading work it is essential to start some coding in it. I found when learning lisp (with Practical Common Lisp) that solving mathematical problems from the http://projecteuler.net site was a great and satisfying way to get going. Each problem demands the development and implementation of an algorithm (apart from a few best done in the head or on paper!). The algorithms required cover both working with numbers and strings and cover a lot of ground. There is also then a good discussion forum to debate solutions, which languages have been used etc. Enjoy!
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I actually started doing this last year with OCaml. I need to get back to it (I've only done the first 4 problems) because it is a great way to get back into math and to learn a new language.