Midweek Money Matters – Investing 101: Stocks
Webinar - webex
Have you ever wondered exactly what a stock is? How to purchase a stock? Or you simply wanted to learn more about what investing in stocks really means for planning your financial future? Here’s your chance to learn all about stocks and how they fit into a retirement plan. We will also cover investigating the professionals you may want to hire and ensuring that the stock offering you are considering is legitimate and suitable for your situation. You can register for this webinar by clicking on the Register button below.

Midweek Money Matters - Investing 101: Stocks
virtual - webex
Have you ever wondered exactly what a stock is? How to purchase a stock? Or you simply wanted to learn more about what investing in stocks really means for planning your financial future? Here’s your chance to learn all about stocks and how they fit into a retirement plan. We will also cover investigating the professionals you may want to hire and ensuring that the stock offering you are considering is legitimate and suitable for your situation. You can register for this webinar by clicking on the Register button below.

Investing in Women - Part 3 for State Senator Camera Bartolotta
DoBS WebEx
Part 3 of the Investing in Women series. This week will cover Savings and Investing basics.

Cybersecurity – Keeping Yourself Safe Online
Virtually - Breast Cancer Support Services
529 READING AVENUE, SUITE C
WEST READING, PA  19611
Cybersecurity – Keeping Yourself Safe Online - Whatever your age, understanding how to keep your information safe and secure online is vitally important for everyone. This presentation covers key topics like using secure websites, creating strong passwords, being aware of what you put on social media, and even tips for shopping online safely.

How to Pay for that Malibu Beach House: Financing Your Goals and Dreams
Via Zoom
This event will allow Cadettes and Seniors to earn badges in financial education. We will discuss how to set goals, shop around, conduct research and make final decisions about big purchases.

Midweek Money Matters - Investing 101: Mutual Funds
virtual - webex
We see advertising regularly on television, in mailings, and in the media, about investing in mutual funds or exchange traded funds. This weeks’ session on mutual funds and exchange traded funds will cover what they are, differences between them, and risks associated with different types of funds. Finally, we will discuss what to consider when you are considering cashing in a fund, and how to verify your professional is properly licensed or registered to offer the funds they are selling. You won’t want to miss this second part of the Investing 101 series.

Midweek Money Matters - Investing 101: Mutual Funds
virtual - Webex
We see advertising regularly on television, in mailings, and in the media, about investing in mutual funds or exchange traded funds. This weeks’ session on mutual funds and exchange traded funds will cover what they are, differences between them, and risks associated with different types of funds. Finally, we will discuss what to consider when you are considering cashing in a fund, and how to verify your professional is properly licensed or registered to offer the funds they are selling. You won’t want to miss this second part of the Investing 101 series.

Avoiding Scams and Identity Theft
Virtual - Mansfield Senior Center
1103 S. MAIN ST.
MANSFIELD, PA  16933
This presentation takes a look at ways peoples identities are stolen or compromised, what you can do if you find you have had your identity stolen, and how to stop theft from occurring. We review common scams and frauds and discuss. To participate contact Dawn Vetter, Senior Center Manager at: 570-662-2130

Fraud BINGO
Virtual - Southern Blair Senior Center
15229 DUNNINGS HWY
EAST FREEDOM, PA  16637
Fraud BINGO is a fun and interactive presentation that teaches consumers how to protect themselves from investment fraud by playing a familiar game – BINGO! Every day people get “scammed” out of THOUSANDS of dollars. Many time’s it’s those who can least afford to lose the money! For more information contact : Kelly A. Benton at: 814-317-5181

Reverse Mortgages - What Can You Expect?
Virtual - Pa LINK (Butler, Lawrence, Mercer Counties), Butler County Area Agency on Aging
111 SUNNYVIEW CIRCLE, SUITE 101
BUTLER, PA  16001
Reverse Mortgages – What Can You Expect? Topics in this presentation include: What is a Reverse Mortgage, What I need to qualify, What the procedures are for obtaining and retaining a Reverse Mortgage, financial requirements to obtain, alternative options to consider (such as a home equity line of credit) what to avoid, drawbacks, your obligations and how you can repay the debt. The overall consideration – is it right for me? Contact Brittany Buzzelli at 724-487-5104 or bbuzzell@co.butler.pa.us to attend.

Avoiding Scams and Identity Theft
Virtual - Lancaster Neighborhood Senior Center
33 EAST FARNUM ST.
LANCASTER, PA  17602
Avoiding Scams and Identity Theft - This presentation takes a look at ways peoples identities are stolen or compromised, what you can do if you find you have had your identity stolen, and how to stop theft from occurring. We review common scams and frauds and discuss. For information and to participate contact Vasthi Dominguez, Senior Center Manager at:717-299-3943.

Spending Plans
Virtual - Oley Valley Community Library,, PA
339 MAIN ST.
OLEY, PA  19547
This presentation focuses on the need for a spending plan so that people can achieve their financial goals. We discuss the differences between wants and needs; setting SMART goals; creating a spending plan; putting the plan into action; as well as periodically reviewing goals and spending plans in order to ensure that you can stay on track.

STaRT (Start Today and Retire Tomorrow)
Virtual-PA Link to Aging and Disability Resources, Clarion, Crawford, Erie, Forest, Venango & Warren
1034 PARK AVE.
MEADVILLE, PA  16335
STaRT (Start Today and Retire Tomorrow) - This program discusses retirement planning. The goal is to help you determine what your retirement goals are and how to help you get there. No matter where you are in the timeline for retirement, early career, mid-career or late career, know that it’s never too late to STaRT.

Midweek Money Matters - Investing 101: Bonds
virtual - webex
The third part of our Investing 101 series, “What about bonds and bond funds” explores yet another piece of the investing “pie.” Though we don’t hear about them on the news as often, bonds are still an important part of a diversified portfolio. We will explore what bonds are, and how they can provide a predictable stream of income. We will discuss different types of bonds, and how bonds are bought and sold on markets like stock.

Avoiding Scams and ID Theft
Virtual - Brandywine Community Library
60 TOWER DRIVE
TOPTON, PA  19562
This presentation takes a look at ways peoples identities are stolen or compromised, what you can do if you find you have had your identity stolen, and how to stop theft from occurring. We review common scams and frauds and discuss - Please rsvp to brandywinecl@berks.lib.pa.us for the Zoom link to join the call.

Midweek Money Matters - Investing 101: Bonds
virtual - webex
The third part of our Investing 101 series, “What about bonds and bond funds” explores yet another piece of the investing “pie.” Though we don’t hear about them on the news as often, bonds are still an important part of a diversified portfolio. We will explore what bonds are, and how they can provide a predictable stream of income. We will discuss different types of bonds, and how bonds are bought and sold on markets like stock.

Cybersecurity - Keeping Yourself Safe Online
Virtual - Jewish Federation of Greater Harrisburg
3301 N. FRONT ST.
HARRISBURG, PA  17110
Whatever your age, understanding how to keep your information safe and secure online is vitally important for everyone. This presentation covers key topics like using secure websites, creating strong passwords, being aware of what you put on social media, and even tips for shopping online safely.

Avoiding Scams and Identity Theft
Virtual - Slippery Rock Community Library
PO BOX 25, 465 NORTH MAIN ST.
SLIPPERY ROCK, PA  16057
This presentation takes a look at ways peoples identities are stolen or compromised, what you can do if you find you have had your identity stolen, and how to stop theft from occurring. We review common scams and frauds and discuss. - This will be a (virtual) Zoom Meeting. To attend contact Karen Pierce, for an invite, at:724-738-9179 or e-mail at: srcl@bcfls.org

Investing in Women - Neighborhood Allies
Via Webex
NEIGHBORHOOD ALLIES, 429 FOURTH AVENUE, SUITE 1900
PITTSBURGH, PA  
Neighborhood Allies and the Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities presents, “Investing In Women.” This presentation will discuss the unique financial obstacles facing women, including lower investment participation, and provide a road map on confidently managing banking, budgeting, credit and investing. You’ll get a lot of bang for your buck! For additional information, contact Becky MacDicken at bmacdicken@pa.gov

Cybersecurity - Keeping Yourself Safe Online
Virtual (Skype) Business & Career Center @ Fredricksen (BCC)
100 N. 19TH ST.
CAMP HILL, PA  17011
Whatever your age, understanding how to keep your information safe and secure online is vitally important for everyone. This presentation covers key topics like using secure websites, creating strong passwords, being aware of what you put on social media, and even tips for shopping online safely. To register go to: https://www.cumberlandcountylibraries.org/FRE then Business & Career Center @ Fredricksen (BCC)

Let’s take Charge! Understanding Your Credit
Via Zoom
This event will allow

Spending Plans - A Road to Financial Success
Virtual - Philadelphia Senior Center
509 SOUTH BROAD ST.
PHILADELPHIA, PA  19147
This presentation focuses on the need for a spending plan so that people can achieve their financial goals. We discuss the differences between wants and needs; setting SMART goals; creating a spending plan; putting the plan into action; as well as periodically reviewing goals and spending plans in order to ensure that you can stay on track. This will be a Zoom meeting. To participate contact: (215) 546-5879

Midweek Money Matters - Budgeting: Making investing a part of the budget
virtual - webex
Now that we have discussed the three main investing avenues, lets talk about how we can make investing in our future a part of our daily budget plan. We will discuss the difference between needs and wants, setting goals, and where we may be able to save money in places you may not have thought about before. We will take a look at spending logs, and the many different ways you can “make a budget.”

STaRT (Start Today and Retire Tomorrow)
Virtual - Delaware County Libraries,, Fair Acres Building 19
340 N. MIDDLETOWN RD
MEDIA, PA  19063
This program discusses retirement planning. The goal is to help you determine what your retirement goals are and how to help you get there. No matter where you are in the timeline for retirement, early career, mid-career or late career, know that it’s never too late to STaRT. - This will be a Zoom Meeting. To register copy and past this link: https://delcolibraries.libcal.com/event/7145052 - Then hit "Begin Registration"

Midweek Money Matters - Budgeting: Making investing a part of the budget
virtual - webex
Now that we have discussed the three main investing avenues, lets talk about how we can make investing in our future a part of our daily budget plan. We will discuss the difference between needs and wants, setting goals, and where we may be able to save money in places you may not have thought about before. We will take a look at spending logs, and the many different ways you can “make a budget.”

Cybersecurity -Keeping Yourself Safe Online
Virtual (Skype) Business & Career Center @ Fredricksen (BCC)
100 N. 19TH ST.
CAMP HILL, PA  17011
Whatever your age, understanding how to keep your information safe and secure online is vitally important for everyone. This presentation covers key topics like using secure websites, creating strong passwords, being aware of what you put on social media, and even tips for shopping online safely. To register go to: https://www.cumberlandcountylibraries.org/FRE then Business & Career Center @ Fredricksen (BCC)

Midweek Money Matters - Black Friday Scams: What to be Aware of
virtual - webex
When you think of Black Friday, you may get visions of sale ads dancing in your head, did you know that criminals get visions of ways to scam you out of your money dancing in their heads? Long before the ads come out, there are not so jolly people trying to find ways to take your hard-earned money from you. This presentation will talk about the most common ways that criminals may be trying to take advantage of your holiday cheer this year. We will also cover what to do if you think you may have been a victim of a holiday or other type of scam.

Midweek Money Matters - Black Friday Scams: What to be Aware of
virtual -webex
When you think of Black Friday, you may get visions of sale ads dancing in your head, did you know that criminals get visions of ways to scam you out of your money dancing in their heads? Long before the ads come out, there are not so jolly people trying to find ways to take your hard-earned money from you. This presentation will talk about the most common ways that criminals may be trying to take advantage of your holiday cheer this year. We will also cover what to do if you think you may have been a victim of a holiday or other type of scam.

Fraud BINGO
Virtual - Montco SAAC
536 GEORGE ST.
NORRISTOWN, PA  19401
Fraud BINGO - is a fun and interactive presentation that teaches consumers how to protect themselves from investment fraud by playing a familiar game – BINGO! Every day people get “scammed” out of THOUSANDS of dollars. Many time’s it’s those who can least afford to lose the money! - This will be a (virtual) Zoom event. To participate contact Susan Edgren, for invitation, at: 610-275-1960

Fraud BINGO
Virtual Presentation - Red Land Senior Center
736 WYNDAMERE RD.
LEWISBERRY, PA  17339
Fraud BINGO - is a fun and interactive presentation that teaches consumers how to protect themselves from investment fraud by playing a familiar game – BINGO! Every day people get “scammed” out of THOUSANDS of dollars. Many time’s it’s those who can least afford to lose the money!

Cybersecurity - Keeping Yourself Safe Online
Virtual with Messiah Lifeways/Pathways Institute for Lifelong Learning
100 MT. ALLEN DRIVE
MECHANICSBURG, PA  17055
Cybersecurity – Keeping Yourself Safe Online - Whatever your age, understanding how to keep your information safe and secure online is vitally important for everyone. This presentation covers key topics like using secure websites, creating strong passwords, being aware of what you put on social media, and even tips for shopping online safely. To attend go to: ThePathwaysInstitute.org then "Registration" and "Capitol Region."

Reverse Mortgages – What Can You Expect?
Virtual - Foster Grandparent Program
220 MAIN STREET, UNIT 2
TOWANDA, PA  18848
Topics in this presentation include: What is a Reverse Mortgage, What I need to qualify, What the procedures are for obtaining and retaining a Reverse Mortgage, financial requirements to obtain, alternative options to consider (such as a home equity line of credit) what to avoid, drawbacks, your obligations and how you can repay the debt. The overall consideration – is it right for me?

Cybersecurity - Keeping Yourself Safe Online
Virtual - Lancaster Neighborhood Senior Center
33 EAST FARNUM ST.
LANCASTER, PA  17602
Cybersecurity – Keeping Yourself Safe Online - Whatever your age, understanding how to keep your information safe and secure online is vitally important for everyone. This presentation covers key topics like using secure websites, creating strong passwords, being aware of what you put on social media, and even tips for shopping online safely.

Cybersecurity - Keeping Yourself Safe Online
Virtual - Chicora Senior Center
117 W SLIPPERY ROCK STREET (MOOSE HALL LODGE BASEMENT)
CHICORA, PA  16025
Whatever your age, understanding how to keep your information safe and secure online is vitally important for everyone. This presentation covers key topics like using secure websites, creating strong passwords, being aware of what you put on social media, and even tips for shopping online safely. - To attend you need to contact the aging office at 724-282-3008 and reserve 48 hours in advance.

Reverse Mortgages
Virtual - Oley Valley Community Library
339 MAIN ST.
OLEY, PA  19547
Topics in this presentation include: What is a Reverse Mortgage, What I need to qualify, What the procedures are for obtaining and retaining a Reverse Mortgage, financial requirements to obtain, alternative options to consider (such as a home equity line of credit) what to avoid, drawbacks, your obligations and how you can repay the debt. The overall consideration – is it right for me?

Working with DOBS (Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities)
Virtual - PA Link to Aging and Disability Resources, Clarion, Crawford, Erie, Forest, Venango & War
1034 PARK AVE.
MEADVILLE, PA  16335
How can our agency help you (and, in certain cases, how can you help us)? - This presentation helps participants understand our department, the businesses we regulate; how people can work with our outreach staff, as well as our Consumer Services team. It also explains how we use the information we gather, from the public, to help our compliance, examination and investigation team. To register contact Kathy Freeman at: 814-923-8366 or information@activeaging.org

Cybersecurity - Keeping Yourself Safe Online
Virtual - South East Senior Center
200 BROSE ROAD (WINFIELD TWP FIRE HALL)
CABOT, PA  16023
Whatever your age, understanding how to keep your information safe and secure online is vitally important for everyone. This presentation covers key topics like using secure websites, creating strong passwords, being aware of what you put on social media, and even tips for shopping online safely. - To attend you need to contact the aging office at 724-282-3008 and reserve 48 hours in advance.

Cybersecurity – Keeping Yourself Safe Online
Virtual - Slippery Rock Community Library
316 N MAIN ST.
SLIPPERY ROCK, PA  16057
Whatever your age, understanding how to keep your information safe and secure online is vitally important for everyone. This presentation covers key topics like using secure websites, creating strong passwords, being aware of what you put on social media, and even tips for shopping online safely.- This will be a (virtual) Zoom Meeting. To attend contact Karen Pierce, for an invite, at:724-738-9179 or e-mail at: srcl@bcfls.org

Cybersecurity - Keeping Yourself Safe Online
Virtual - Cranberry Senior Center, Cranberry
2525 ROCHESTER ROAD (CRANBERRY TWP MUNICIPAL BUILDING)
CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, PA  16066
Whatever your age, understanding how to keep your information safe and secure online is vitally important for everyone. This presentation covers key topics like using secure websites, creating strong passwords, being aware of what you put on social media, and even tips for shopping online safely. - To attend you need to contact the aging office at 724-282-3008 and reserve 48 hours in advance.

Fraud BINGO
Virtual - Jewish Federation of Greater Harrisburg
3301 N. FRONT ST.
HARRISBURG, PA  17110
This is a fun and interactive presentation that teaches consumers how to protect themselves from investment fraud by playing a familiar game – BINGO! Every day people get “scammed” out of THOUSANDS of dollars. Many time’s it’s those who can least afford to lose the money!

Cybersecurity – Keeping Yourself Safe Online
Virtual - Mansfield Senior Center
1103 S. MAIN ST.
MANSFIELD, PA  16933
Whatever your age, understanding how to keep your information safe and secure online is vitally important for everyone. This presentation covers key topics like using secure websites, creating strong passwords, being aware of what you put on social media, and even tips for shopping online safely. - To participate contact Dawn Vetter, Senior Center Manager at: 570-662-2130

Cybersecurity - Keeping Yourself Safe Online
Mt. Chestnut Senior Center
727 W OLD ROUTE 422 (MT. CHESTNUT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH)
BUTLER, PA  16001
Whatever your age, understanding how to keep your information safe and secure online is vitally important for everyone. This presentation covers key topics like using secure websites, creating strong passwords, being aware of what you put on social media, and even tips for shopping online safely. - To attend you need to contact the aging office at 724-282-3008 and reserve 48 hours in advance.

Spending Plan – A Roadmap to Financial Success
Virtual - Delaware County Libraries
340 N. MIDDLETOWN RD, FAIR ACRES BUILDING 19
MEDIA, PA  19063
This presentation focuses on the need for a spending plan so that people can achieve their financial goals. We discuss the differences between wants and needs; setting SMART goals; creating a spending plan; putting the plan into action; as well as periodically reviewing goals and spending plans in order to ensure that you can stay on track. - This will be a Zoom Meeting. To register copy and past this link: https://delcolibraries.libcal.com/event/7145052 - Then hit "Begin Registration"