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Event DateTimeEventCounty
Monday
03/27/2023
10:30 AM
to
11:30 AM
NOTE Open to Members
Banking in the 21st Century
In-Person - Benton Senior Center
42 COMMUNITY DRIVE
BENTON, PA  17814
This presentation is an overview of how banks and credit unions work. We also discuss the differences between types of accounts; the importance of balancing accounts; what to do if you have had banking issues in the past; what types of questions you should ask before opening and account; and what deposit insurance does and does not cover. For additional information contact the center at: bencenter@CMAAA15.ORG ask for Jinny
COLUMBIA
Wednesday
03/29/2023
10:30 AM
to
11:30 AM
NOTE Open to Members
Avoiding ID Theft and Popular Scams and How to Avoid Them
In-Person - Berwick Senior Center
1401 ORANGE STREET
BERWICK, PA  18603
Avoiding Identity Theft - This presentation takes a look at ways people’s 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..... Popular Scams and How to Avoid Them - Every day people are getting scammed out of THOUSANDS of dollars by so called “professionals” looking to separate them from their hard-earned money. This presentation introduces us to commonly used tactics, what to look for and how to avoid them. For additional information contact: Jan Banko at: 570-204-0884
COLUMBIA
Thursday
03/30/2023
12:00 PM
to
1:00 PM
Banking in the 21st Century
Virtual- Phoenixville Public Library
183 SECOND AVE
PHOENIXVILLE, PA  19460
This presentation is an overview of how banks and credit unions work. We also discuss the differences between types of accounts; the importance of balancing accounts; what to do if you have had banking issues in the past; what types of questions you should ask before opening an account; and what deposit insurance does and does not cover. For additional information contact: Mark Pinto, Adult Services Director, at: 610-933-3013 x132
CHESTER
Thursday
03/30/2023
6:00 PM
to
7:00 PM
Spending Plans – A Roadmap to Financial Success
In-Person - Cleve J. Fredricksen Library
100 N. 19TH STREET
CAMP HILL, PA  17011
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. For additional information and to register contact: Lori LaPorte Loss, Assistant Director, at: 717.761.3900 ext. 222
CUMBERLAND
Tuesday
04/11/2023
12:00 PM
to
1:00 PM
NOTE This is for PUC Employees Only
Making Your Nest Egg Last
Virtual Event for PUC Employees
400 NORTH ST
HARRISBURG, PA  17120
Making Your Nest Egg Last: You worked 25+ years and are entering the next season of your life. Do you have a strategy to make it last? Knowing how to live the next 20 years on that nest egg is a big concern for many. This session will cover strategies to help you live out your golden years and will wrap up with a discussion about required minimum distribution rules! For more information please contact Stephen Colantuono at 717-787-8729.
DAUPHIN
Wednesday
04/12/2023
10:00 AM
to
12:00 PM
Rep Joe Ciresi's 2023 Senior Expo
Copperfield Inn at Lakeside
594 W RIDGE PIKE
ROYERSFORD, PA  19468
Senior expos offer older adults and their care providers resources and information that may allow them to live a more active lifestyle. Expos are free to the public and no registration is required. Most offer refreshments, free health screenings, and contacts with many vendors who offer resources and materials. The Department of Banking and Securities provides consumer protection, financial education, and investor education materials and publications free of charge. For more information please contact Ashley Kukucka at 610-495-6432 x151
MONTGOMERY
Thursday
04/13/2023
11:00 AM
to
12:00 PM
NOTE Open to Members
Reverse Mortgages - What Can You Expect?
In-Person - Golden Connections Community (Senior) Center
20 GOTHAM PLACE
RED LION, PA  17356
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? For additional information contact: Kasie Ream, Director of Social Services, at: 717.244.7229
YORK
Thursday
04/13/2023
6:00 PM
to
7:00 PM
How Much do I NEED for Retirement
Cleve J. Fredricksen Library
100 N 19TH ST
CAMP HILL, PA  17011
How Much do I NEED to Retire Calculating what you need to retire can be difficult. Where do you start to come up with that magic number? Will you have a mortgage or car payment? What will your sources of income be; pension, Social Security, 401(k), etc. This session will help you to evaluate where you are and where you need to be.
CUMBERLAND
Thursday
04/13/2023
6:30 PM
to
8:00 PM
STaRT (Start Today and Retire Tomorrow) and Spending Plans - a Road to Financial Success
Virtual - Bosler Memorial Library
158 WEST HIGH STREET
CARLISLE, PA  17013
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. Copy and paste this link toregister: https://www.cumberlandcountylibraries.org/BOS_FinancialSecurity_202300413e Spending Plans – A Roadmap to Financial Success 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.
CUMBERLAND
Friday
04/14/2023
1:00 PM
to
3:00 PM
Rep Joe Hogan's ScamJam
Neshaminy Activity Center
1842 BROWNSVILLE RD
FEASTERVILLE - TREVOSE, PA  19053
ScamJam! is a conference bringing experts in finance and consumer protection to present to the public. It focuses on investing and fraud prevention. This program is in partnership with AARP Pennsylvania. Seating is limited, registration is strongly advised.
BUCKS
Saturday
04/15/2023
10:00 AM
to
2:00 PM
Elder Justice Fair
Allegheny County Law Library
414 GRANT STREET #921
PITTSBURGH, PA  15219
Come and learn about free legal and community resources available to senior Pennsylvanians, Caregivers and Family members. For additional information please visit https://www.acllib.org/event/elder-justice-fair/ or email acll@duq.edu.
ALLEGHENY
Monday
04/17/2023
5:00 PM
NOTE This event is only open to FBLA members at Shippensburg University.
Save and Invest PA
Shippensburg University
1871 OLD MAIN DR.
SHIPPENSBURG, PA  17257
Students learn to pursue financial goals through this introduction to the basics of saving and investing. The presentation also briefly discusses how students can avoid financial scams. Students do not need to be studying financial topics and do not need previous experience with these topics. This educational presentation is available at no cost and is not sales oriented. For more information please contact Sierra Miller at the above email address.
CUMBERLAND
Wednesday
04/19/2023
2:00 PM
to
3:00 PM
NOTE Open to Members
Fraud BINGO
Mohler Senior Center
25 HOPE DRIVE
HERSHEY, PA  17033
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 additional information contact: Melissa Weigle, Executive Director, at: 717.533.2002
DAUPHIN
Thursday
04/20/2023
10:00 AM
to
12:00 PM
Senator Lindsey Williams’ Spring 2023 Senior Fair
The gymnasium at the Mt. Ararat Community Activity Center
745 NORTH NEGLEY AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA  15206
Senior expos offer older adults and their care providers resources and information that may allow them to live a more active lifestyle. Expos are free to the public and no registration is required. Most offer refreshments, free health screenings, and contacts with many vendors who offer resources and materials. The Department of Banking and Securities provides non-commercial, consumer protection and investor education materials and publications free of charge. For more information please contact Grace Muller at 412-364-0469
ALLEGHENY
Thursday
04/20/2023
12:00 PM
to
1:00 PM
NOTE Open to Commonwealth Employees
Banking in the 21st Century
Virtual - PA Office of Administration - Lunch and Learn
402 A FINANCE BUILDING, 613 NORTH STREET
HARRISBURG, PA  17120
This presentation is an overview of how banks and credit unions work. We also discuss the differences between types of accounts; the importance of balancing accounts; what to do if you have had banking issues in the past; what types of questions you should ask before opening and account; and what deposit insurance does and does not cover. For more information, please contact Tim Pucino at the above email address.
DAUPHIN
Friday
04/21/2023
10:00 AM
to
2:00 PM
Jefferson Co. Elder Justice Day 2023
Heritage House
4 SYLVANIA STREET
BROOKVILLE, PA  15825
Master of Ceremonies – District Attorney Jeff Burkett – Featuring presentations from: PA Office of Attorney General, PA Department of Banking & Securities, Senior Medicare Patrol and BC3@Brockway – Lunch will be served and is sponsored by: S&T Bank – Fraud BINGO will be played with prizes! – Attendance is limited to first 100 people – Please RSVP at: 814-849-3096.
JEFFERSON
Monday
04/24/2023
1:00 PM
to
2:00 PM
STaRT (Start Today and Retire Tomorrow)
Virtual - PA CareerLink Lancaster County
1046 MANHEIM PIKE
LANCASTER, PA  17601
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. For additional information contact: Nicole Deeley at: 717-509-5613 ext 600
LANCASTER
Tuesday
04/25/2023
11:15 AM
to
12:15 PM
Fraud BINGO
Myerstown Senior Community Center
59 N RAMONA RD
MYERSTOWN, PA  17067
Fraud Bingo is a fun and interactive presentation that teaches consumers about financial and investment related fraud by playing a familiar game: Bingo! Players learn how to detect financial fraud by identifying scams affecting their own city or town and learning techniques to protect themselves from this financial abuse. For more information please contact Ann Kim at 717-866-6786.
LEBANON
Tuesday
04/25/2023
12:00 PM
to
1:00 PM
NOTE Open to Members
Fraud BINGO
In- Person - Berks Encore - Mifflin Center
30 LIBERTY STREET
SHILLINGTON, PA  19607
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 additional information contact: Dana J. Ziegler, Assistant Manager, at: 610-777-5577 x802
BERKS
Wednesday
04/26/2023
9:05 AM
to
9:55 AM
NOTE Open to students in that class
Investing 101
Penn State Abington
1600 WOODLAND RD
ABINGTON, PA  19001
Investing 101 is an introduction to saving and investing. Topics to be covered include: Why we need to save and invest, the difference between saving and investing, types of investments, the “power” of compound interest, investigating before you invest, technology and investing, and diversification. For more information please contact Thomas Bell at the email address above.
MONTGOMERY
Wednesday
04/26/2023
10:00 AM
to
11:00 AM
Fraud BINGO
In-Person - Senior Resource Fair, LCBC Church
450 CHAMBERS HILL RD.
HARRISBURG, PA  17111
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 additional information contact: Detective Christopher Seiler at: (717)564-2550 Office
DAUPHIN
Wednesday
04/26/2023
12:00 PM
to
1:00 PM
NOTE Open to Commonwealth Employees
Banking in the 21st Century
Virtual - PA Office of Administration - Lunch and Learn
402 A FINANCE BUILDING, 613 NORTH STREET, HBG PA 17120
HARRISBURG, PA  17120
This presentation is an overview of how banks and credit unions work. We also discuss the differences between types of accounts; the importance of balancing accounts; what to do if you have had banking issues in the past; what types of questions you should ask before opening and account; and what deposit insurance does and does not cover. For more information, please contact Tim Pucino at the above email address.
DAUPHIN
Thursday
04/27/2023
10:00 AM
to
1:00 PM
Rep Mehaffie’s 4th Annual Health Expo
Leader Center for Active Life
605 COCOA AVE
HERSHEY, PA  17033
Senior expos offer older adults and their care providers resources and information that may allow them to live a more active lifestyle. Expos are free to the public and no registration is required. Most offer refreshments, free health screenings, and contacts with many vendors who offer resources and materials. The Department of Banking and Securities provides non-commercial, consumer protection and investor education materials and publications free of charge. For more information please contact Angie Hoffer at 717-534-1323.
DAUPHIN
Thursday
04/27/2023
2:00 PM
to
4:00 PM
Understanding Reverse Mortgages
Bristol Township Senior Center
2501 BATH RD
BRISTOL, PA  19007
Understanding Reverse Mortgages helps older adults and their families better understand this complicated mortgage product. We discuss the process of obtaining a reverse mortgage; helping people understand reverse mortgages; federally mandated counseling session; costs associated with the loan; and what happens when the owner permanently vacates the property. For more information please contact Bryan Allen at 567-580-2660.
BUCKS
Friday
04/28/2023
9:00 AM
to
11:00 AM
NOTE Open to Members of Foster Grandparents York Only
Popular Scams and How to Avoid Them and Fraud Bingo
Foster Grandparents York
226 EAST COLLEGE AVE
YORK, PA  17403
Every day people are getting scammed out of THOUSANDS of dollars by so called “professionals” looking to separate them from their hard-earned money. This presentation introduces us to commonly used tactics, what to look for and how to avoid them. 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!
YORK
Monday
05/01/2023
10:30 AM
to
11:30 AM
NOTE Open to Members
Fraud Bingo
In-Person-Fairdale ALC (Fairdale UMC)
6219 RIDGE RD
MONTROSE, PA  18801
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 times it’s those who can least afford to lose the money! For additional information contact: Pamela DeRose, Director, at: 570-278-3751
SUSQUEHANNA
Monday
05/01/2023
1:00 PM
to
2:00 PM
NOTE Open to Members
Fraud Bingo
In-Person-Clifford ALC (Clifford Twp Bldg)
119 CEMETERY ST
CLIFFORD, PA  18413
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 times it’s those who can least afford to lose the money! For additional information contact: Pamela DeRose, Director, at: 570-278-3751
SUSQUEHANNA
Wednesday
05/03/2023
11:00 AM
to
12:00 PM
NOTE Open to Members
Avoiding ID Theft
In-Person-Charles T Adams AAC
5 EAST MARKET ST
WILKES-BARRE, PA  18701
This presentation looks at ways people’s 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. For additional information contact: Toni Mathis, Director, at: 570-825-3484
LUZERNE
Thursday
05/04/2023
11:00 AM
to
12:00 PM
NOTE Open to Members
Fraud Bingo
In-Person-Lanesboro ALC (Turnpike Terrance Apts)
3006 TURNPIKE ST
SUSQUEHANNA, PA  18847
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 times it’s those who can least afford to lose the money! For additional information contact: Pamela DeRose, Director, at: 570-278-3751
SUSQUEHANNA
Thursday
05/04/2023
1:00 PM
to
2:00 PM
NOTE Open to Members
Fraud Bingo
In-Person-Blue Ridge ALC (Great Bend Boro Office Bldg)
81 ELIZABETH ST (ELIZABETH AND FRANKLIN ST)
GREAT BEND, PA  18821
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 times it’s those who can least afford to lose the money! For additional information contact: Pamela DeRose, Director, at: 570-278-3751
SUSQUEHANNA
Friday
05/05/2023
10:00 AM
to
11:00 AM
NOTE Open to Staff and Residents
Spending Plans-Senior Edition
Virtual-Lehigh Valley Center for Independent Living (LVCIL)
713 N 13TH ST
ALLENTOWN, PA  18102
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. For additional information contact: Catherine Bogdanski, Statewide Coalition Project Coordinator, at: (P) 610-770-9781 x 172
LEHIGH
Thursday
05/18/2023
6:00 PM
to
7:00 PM
Common Investment Strategies
Cleve J. Fredricksen Library
100 N 19TH ST
CAMP HILL, PA  17011
Common Investment Strategies You know you want to invest; you know it is critical for your long-term financial health; but, knowing what strategy to take to get started can be difficult. We will cover various strategies, including, Dollar-Cost Averaging, Growth Investing, and others. We will also discuss common times to re-examine our strategies and how change them for our changing circumstances.
CUMBERLAND