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						1 Small Business Solutions: How Do Your Compensation and Benefits Packages Measure Up? Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Learn how to maximize your paycheck by taking advantage of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and free tax preparation services in the community. The EITC, available to individuals and families depending on their…
2 Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Building Your Credit Building Your Credit April 2, 2012 10:00 am – April 2, 2012 12:00 pm Workshop targeting the general population stressing the importance of having credit, how to establish it and improve it. Basic banking and budgeting Basic banking and budgeting April 2, 2012 6:00 pm – April 2, 2012 7:00 pm “Free on the outside” will host a basic banking and budgeting session for the men and women of the TurnAround Program, a re-entry program for ex-offenders. A new start includes… Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Learn how to maximize your paycheck by taking advantage of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and free tax preparation services in the community. The EITC, available to individuals and families depending on their…	3 Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Alliance for Economic Inclusion Meeting Alliance for Economic Inclusion Meeting April 3, 2012 10:30 am – April 3, 2012 2:30 pm The Alliance for Economic Inclusion (AEI) consists of 130 organizations and 200 individuls in the Kansas City Area that work to help low and moderate income families with financial programs,… Credit Restore Class Credit Restore Class April 3, 2012 6:00 pm – April 3, 2012 8:00 pm Learn how to increase savings and decrease debt while learning the ins and outs of the credit bureau. By the end of this class you will understand how to increase… Budgeting Breakdown & Tips Budgeting Breakdown & Tips April 3, 2012 6:30 pm – April 3, 2012 7:30 pm What is the maximum amount of money that you should spend (housing, transportation, food etc.) to maintain a healthy budget? Attend this session to set up budget goals, emergency funds… Wealth Accumulation and Retirement Planning Wealth Accumulation and Retirement Planning April 3, 2012 7:00 pm – April 3, 2012 8:00 pm This class will discuss the basics of investments and wealth accumulation, as well as retirement planning. Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Learn how to maximize your paycheck by taking advantage of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and free tax preparation services in the community. The EITC, available to individuals and families depending on their…	4 Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation 10 Tips to Avoid Scams 10 Tips to Avoid Scams April 4, 2012 10:30 am – April 4, 2012 11:30 am Have you ever received a call saying you’ve won a sweepstakes? Have you ever received an email saying that your bank account has been compromised, and they need to verify… Personal Finance for Women … What We Really Want Personal Finance for Women … What We Really Want April 4, 2012 2:00 pm – April 4, 2012 3:00 pm What do women really want when it comes to managing their money? We will have a conversation about women and the money myths that surround us.… Family Finance 101 Family Finance 101 April 4, 2012 3:00 pm – April 4, 2012 4:00 pm Family Finance 101 will cover setting goals, determining income, and developing a savings plan. In essence, all the things you need to pay the bills and have a little left… PNC Grow Up Great: For Me, For You, For Later Storytime PNC Grow Up Great: For Me, For You, For Later Storytime April 4, 2012 5:30 pm – April 4, 2012 6:15 pm This story-time about financial literacy for preschoolers and their families incorporates Sesame Street characters, such as Elmo and Cookie Monster, to help kids discover the basics of spending, saving, and… Budgeter Beware Budgeter Beware April 4, 2012 6:00 pm Learn ways to budget your money and learn new and creative ways to maximize your savings and avoid scams. Budgeting 101: A Balancing Act Budgeting 101: A Balancing Act April 4, 2012 6:30 pm – April 4, 2012 7:30 pm Learn the basics of creating and maintaining a household or personal budget, including why you should create one, how to create one and most importantly, how to stick to one.… Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Learn how to maximize your paycheck by taking advantage of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and free tax preparation services in the community. The EITC, available to individuals and families depending on their…	5 Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Credit Restore Class Credit Restore Class April 5, 2012 6:00 am – April 5, 2012 8:00 pm Learn how to increase savings and decrease debt while learning the ins and outs of the credit bureau. By the end of this class you will understand how to increase… Budgeting Breakdown & Tips Budgeting Breakdown & Tips April 5, 2012 9:30 am – April 5, 2012 10:30 am What is the maximum amount of money that you should spend (housing, transportation, food etc.) to maintain a healthy budget? Learn how to set budget goals, establish emergency funds and… Thrifty Thursday Thrifty Thursday April 5, 2012 3:00 pm – April 5, 2012 4:00 pm Thrifty Thursdays is a weekly financial education class for UMKC students. 2020 Vision- The Case for Equities in the Decade Ahead 2020 Vision- The Case for Equities in the Decade Ahead April 5, 2012 4:00 pm – April 5, 2012 5:00 pm Investor confidence has been low for a long time. However, at this session, the presenter will make the case for buying equities over the next ten years. Presenter: Bill Kanaga, CFP… Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Learn how to maximize your paycheck by taking advantage of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and free tax preparation services in the community. The EITC, available to individuals and families depending on their…	6 Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Learn how to maximize your paycheck by taking advantage of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and free tax preparation services in the community. The EITC, available to individuals and families depending on their…	7 Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Rethinking Credit and Debt Rethinking Credit and Debt April 7, 2012 10:00 am – April 7, 2012 12:00 pm In this session, learn the basics of using credit, understand the laws governing credit, interpret credit reports and FICO scores, develop strategies of debt reduction and find out more about… Wealth & Wisdom Wealth & Wisdom April 7, 2012 12:00 pm – April 7, 2012 2:00 pm This session will focus on the KC Dream and CHIP Programs, down payment assistance for low- to moderate-income families. The importance of building and sustaining a positive credit rating will… Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Learn how to maximize your paycheck by taking advantage of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and free tax preparation services in the community. The EITC, available to individuals and families depending on their…	8 Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Learn how to maximize your paycheck by taking advantage of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and free tax preparation services in the community. The EITC, available to individuals and families depending on their…
9 Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Flint Hills Financial Literacy Council Flint Hills Financial Literacy Council April 9, 2012 9:00 am – April 9, 2012 9:30 am The Flint Hills Financial Literacy Council is an all volunteer organization based in Manhattan, Kansas. Its mission is to coordinate local financial literacy efforts, raise awareness, and work with… Midwest Teacher Conference Midwest Teacher Conference April 9, 2012 4:00 pm – April 9, 2012 8:00 pm The Midwest Teacher Conference is a professional development opportunity for K-12 teachers that specialize in economics or personal finance. Teachers will learn how to integrate technology into their classrooms… Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Learn how to maximize your paycheck by taking advantage of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and free tax preparation services in the community. The EITC, available to individuals and families depending on their…	10 Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation FREE Coins to Cash FREE Coins to Cash April 10, 2012 9:00 am – April 10, 2012 5:00 pm Central Bank of Kansas City welcomes the public to change your coins to cash for FREE all day long! No account needed. All ages. PNC Grow Up Great: For Me, For You, For Later Storytime PNC Grow Up Great: For Me, For You, For Later Storytime April 10, 2012 10:00 am – April 10, 2012 10:30 am This story-time about financial literacy for preschoolers and their families incorporates Sesame Street characters, such as Elmo and Cookie Monster, to help kids discover the basics of spending, saving, and… Understanding Student Loans Understanding Student Loans April 10, 2012 10:30 am – April 10, 2012 11:40 am This session will cover the various ways to manage student loans once you have finished college and the options available should you find a job in which the income you… Lunch and Learn: Protecting your Child’s Identity Lunch and Learn: Protecting your Child’s Identity April 10, 2012 12:00 pm – April 10, 2012 1:00 pm Child identity theft occurs when a child’s identity is used by another for personal gain. The perpetrator may be a family member or someone known by the family or a… Budgeting Breakdown & Tips Budgeting Breakdown & Tips April 10, 2012 1:00 pm – April 10, 2012 2:00 pm What is the maximum amount of money that you should spend (housing, transportation, food etc.) to maintain a healthy budget? Attend this session to set up budget goals, emergency funds… Budgeting 101: A Balancing Act Budgeting 101: A Balancing Act April 10, 2012 2:00 pm – April 10, 2012 3:00 pm Learn the basics of creating and maintaining a household or personal budget, including why to create one, how to create and most importantly, how to stick to one. The issue… Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Learn how to maximize your paycheck by taking advantage of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and free tax preparation services in the community. The EITC, available to individuals and families depending on their…	11 Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Budgeting Breakdown & Tips Budgeting Breakdown & Tips April 11, 2012 9:00 am – April 11, 2012 10:00 am What is the maximum amount of money that you should spend (housing, transportation, food etc.) to maintain a healthy budget? Attend this session to set up budget goals, emergency… PNC Grow Up Great: For Me, For You, For Later Storytime PNC Grow Up Great: For Me, For You, For Later Storytime April 11, 2012 10:30 am – April 11, 2012 11:00 am This storytime is for preschoolers and their families. Characters like Elmo and Cookie Monster introduce children to developmentally-appropriate financial literacy concepts. Kids will watch their Sesame Street friends… Needs vs Wants Needs vs Wants April 11, 2012 3:00 pm – April 11, 2012 4:00 pm What is the difference between a need and a want. In this class the audience will learn to define needs and wants as it pertains to personal finance. Women and money … intergenerational empowerment Women and money … intergenerational empowerment April 11, 2012 6:00 pm – April 11, 2012 8:00 pm Join the mothers, daughters and grandmothers in your community for one or all three sessions in a series for women only. Examine how planning for today impacts tomorrow.… Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Learn how to maximize your paycheck by taking advantage of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and free tax preparation services in the community. The EITC, available to individuals and families depending on their…	12 Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Hands-on Budgeting Hands-on Budgeting April 12, 2012 2:00 pm – April 12, 2012 4:00 pm Learn effective ways to budget, manage your bills, cut expenses and save in this workshop. Bring the figures for your income and expenses and we will go through the… Thrifty Thursday Thrifty Thursday April 12, 2012 3:00 pm – April 12, 2012 4:00 pm Thrifty Thursdays is a weekly financial education class for UMKC students. Protecting Yourself from Scams and Identity Theft Protecting Yourself from Scams and Identity Theft April 12, 2012 4:00 pm – April 12, 2012 5:00 pm Presenters: Linda Woodland, Sr. VP for CoreFirst Bank & Trust; Justin Sharples, IT Security Officer for CoreFirst Bank & Trust All presentations start at 4pm. Please RSVP by phone… Credit Restore Class Credit Restore Class April 12, 2012 6:00 pm – April 12, 2012 8:00 pm Learn how to increase savings and decrease debt while learning the ins and outs of the credit bureau. By the end of this class you will understand how to increase… Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Learn how to maximize your paycheck by taking advantage of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and free tax preparation services in the community. The EITC, available to individuals and families depending on their…	13 Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Directo a México Directo a México April 13, 2012 10:00 am – April 13, 2012 12:00 pm Directo a México is a program for Mexicans living abroad to send remittances at a lower cost. Is a joint prgram of the US Federal Reserve in the Bank of… “For Me, For You, For Later” Kick-Off Party “For Me, For You, For Later” Kick-Off Party April 13, 2012 6:30 pm – April 13, 2012 7:30 pm Party with us! Costumed Sesame Street characters, face painting, activity tables, clips from Sesame Street, and guest speakers are all part of this PNC Grow Up Great: For Me,… Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Learn how to maximize your paycheck by taking advantage of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and free tax preparation services in the community. The EITC, available to individuals and families depending on their…	14 Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Learn how to maximize your paycheck by taking advantage of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and free tax preparation services in the community. The EITC, available to individuals and families depending on their…	15 Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Building Wealth in America Building Wealth in America April 15, 2012 2:00 pm – April 15, 2012 3:00 pm Learn the steps needed to start saving and investing to build up your personal wealth. Kansas City Public Library card holders who attend this workshop receive up to $30.00 in overdue… How to Build Wealth in America! How to Build Wealth in America! April 15, 2012 2:00 pm – April 15, 2012 3:00 pm This course is about the behaviors that can lead to wealth and what actions can help individuals to build their assets and wealth in America. It also reviews short-term… Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Learn how to maximize your paycheck by taking advantage of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and free tax preparation services in the community. The EITC, available to individuals and families depending on their…
16 Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation Grip $ Fitness (Budget) Grip $ Fitness (Budget) April 16, 2012 11:00 am – April 16, 2012 11:30 am Three mini-sessions in 30 minutes total will give you great tips on how to make a budget, cut expenses, and manage your bills. Don’t miss these fun and informative… Taking Control: A Financial Starter Kit Taking Control: A Financial Starter Kit April 16, 2012 6:00 pm – April 16, 2012 7:00 pm This seminar will provide eight steps to taking control of your finances. You will learn about budgeting, spending plans, setting goals, managing debt and more.	17 Taking Control: A Financial Starter Kit Taking Control: A Financial Starter Kit Taking Control: A Financial Starter Kit Taking Control: A Financial Starter Kit Taking Control: A Financial Starter Kit Taking Control: A Financial Starter Kit Taking Control: A Financial Starter Kit Taking Control: A Financial Starter Kit Taking Control: A Financial Starter Kit PNC Grow Up Great: For Me, For You, For Later Storytime PNC Grow Up Great: For Me, For You, For Later Storytime April 17, 2012 10:00 am – April 17, 2012 10:30 am This storytime is for preschool-aged children and their families. Characters like Elmo and Cookie Monster introduce children to developmentally-appropriate financial literacy concepts. Kids will watch their Sesame Street… PNC Grow Up Great: For Me, For You, For Later Storytime PNC Grow Up Great: For Me, For You, For Later Storytime April 17, 2012 10:00 am – April 17, 2012 10:30 am This storytime is for preschool-aged children and their families. Characters like Elmo and Cookie Monster introduce children to developmentally-appropriate financial literacy concepts. Kids will watch their Sesame Street… Money Smart Financial Education Session Money Smart Financial Education Session April 17, 2012 10:00 am – April 17, 2012 11:30 am The Money Smart for Adults instructor-led curriculum consists of financial education that cover basic financial topics. Topics include a description of deposit and credit services offered by financial institutions,… Grip $ Fitness (credit) Grip $ Fitness (credit) April 17, 2012 10:15 am – April 17, 2012 10:45 am Three mini-sessions in 30 minutes total will give great tips on how to get out of debt, how to deal with collection accounts, and how to negotiate with credit card… $Grip Fitness (Credit) $Grip Fitness (Credit) April 17, 2012 10:15 am – April 17, 2012 10:45 am Three mini-sessions in 30 minutes total will give great tips on how to get out of debt, how to deal with collection accounts, and how to negotiate with credit card… So you can’t afford to go to college? Think again. So you can’t afford to go to college? Think again. April 17, 2012 5:30 pm – April 17, 2012 8:00 pm A session for youth and families to develop strategies for college funding. Develop a personal education path and ideas to get you started. The session will include a light… Budgeting 101 Budgeting 101 April 17, 2012 6:30 pm – April 17, 2012 7:30 pm This course will outline the basics to budgeting. The instructor will teach ways to save money now and in the future. Other topics such as credit and banking… Budgeting 101 Budgeting 101 April 17, 2012 6:30 pm – April 17, 2012 7:30 pm Learn the basics of creating a personal and family budget. Kansas City Public Library card holders who attend this workshop recieve up to $30.00 in overdue fines waived from their… Personal Credit Basics Personal Credit Basics April 17, 2012 6:30 pm – April 17, 2012 7:30 pm What is a credit score and what types of things shape your credit score? What credit score should you strive for? Learn good ways to build credit and types of…	18 Personal Credit Basics Personal Credit Basics Personal Credit Basics Personal Credit Basics Personal Credit Basics Personal Credit Basics Personal Credit Basics Personal Credit Basics Personal Credit Basics April 18, 2012 10:00 am – April 18, 2012 11:00 am What is a credit score and what types of things shape your credit score? What credit score should you strive for? Learn good ways to build credit and types of… How to obtain an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) How to obtain an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) April 18, 2012 10:00 am – April 18, 2012 12:00 pm Workshop targeting the underbanked population remarking the importance of being in compliance with fiscal obligations. Don’t Say Budget Don’t Say Budget April 18, 2012 11:00 am – April 18, 2012 12:00 pm Learn how you can set up your monthly spending plan to help you achieve your financial goals. Identity Theft Prevention Identity Theft Prevention April 18, 2012 3:00 pm – April 18, 2012 4:00 pm Get the tools and tips for preventing identity theft and learn what steps to take if it happens to you. Women and money … intergenerational empowerment Women and money … intergenerational empowerment April 18, 2012 6:00 pm – April 18, 2012 8:00 pm Bring you mother, daughter, aunt, neighbor, classmate to attend a frank discussion of women and their money. Part two of three sessions focuses on planning for tomorrow …… Budgeting 101 Budgeting 101 April 18, 2012 6:30 pm – April 18, 2012 7:30 pm Learn the basics of creating a personal and family budget. Kansas City Public Library card holders who attend this workshop recieve up to $30.00 in overdue fines waived from their library… Budgeting 101 Budgeting 101 April 18, 2012 6:30 pm – April 18, 2012 7:30 pm This course will outline the basics to budgeting. The instructor will teach ways to save money now and in the future. Other topics such as credit and banking…	19 Budgeting 101 Budgeting 101 Budgeting 101 Budgeting 101 Budgeting 101 Budgeting 101 $Grip Fitness #3 $Grip Fitness #3 April 19, 2012 11:15 am – April 19, 2012 11:45 am Three mini 10-minute sessions will provide great tips on how to make extra cash by selling your stuff, ideas and opportunities for legitimate home-based business, as well as the importance… Don’t Say Budget Don’t Say Budget April 19, 2012 1:00 pm – April 19, 2012 2:00 pm Learn how you can set up your monthly spending plan to help you achieve your financial goals. Thrifty Thursday Thrifty Thursday April 19, 2012 3:00 pm – April 19, 2012 4:00 pm Thrifty Thursdays is a weekly financial education class for UMKC students. Computer Security and Scams Computer Security and Scams April 19, 2012 4:00 pm – April 19, 2012 5:00 pm As more and more financial transactions take place over the Internet, many consumers are concerned about computer security. This session will discuss this concern and provide some rules for avoiding… Retirementology: Rethinking The American Dream in a New Economy Retirementology: Rethinking The American Dream in a New Economy April 19, 2012 4:00 pm – April 19, 2012 5:00 pm Retirement prospects have changed for many people over the past several years–and not for the better. In this session, the presenter will discuss what retirement means in this “post financial… Hands on Banking – for ESL Students Hands on Banking – for ESL Students April 19, 2012 6:30 pm – April 19, 2012 9:00 pm Teaching HOB curriculum to English as a Second Language students	20 Hands on Banking – for ESL Students Hands on Banking – for ESL Students Hands on Banking – for ESL Students Missouri Personal Finance Challenge Missouri Personal Finance Challenge April 20, 2012 9:00 am – April 20, 2012 1:30 pm The Missouri Personal Finance Challenge is an academic quiz bowl competition for high school students. The students from across the state compete in a day-long competition that challenges them… PNC Grow Up Great: For Me, For You, For Later Storytime PNC Grow Up Great: For Me, For You, For Later Storytime April 20, 2012 10:30 am – April 20, 2012 11:00 am This story-time about financial literacy for preschoolers and their families incorporates Sesame Street characters, such as Elmo and Cookie Monster, to help kids discover the basics of spending, saving, and… Do You Know Your Score? Do You Know Your Score? April 20, 2012 10:30 am – April 20, 2012 11:30 am Central Bank of Kansas City invites you to attend this workshop that will help teach about credit reports and scores. You’ll learn the importance of your credit report, how to…	21 Do You Know Your Score? Do You Know Your Score? Do You Know Your Score? Do You Know Your Score? Do You Know Your Score? Personal Finance for Families Personal Finance for Families April 21, 2012 9:00 am – April 21, 2012 11:00 am Join us for a bi-lingual family finance session that will include door prizes, food and childcare. The session includes developing a plan to spend and save, a discussion about credit,… Credit Restore Class Credit Restore Class April 21, 2012 9:00 am – April 21, 2012 11:00 am Learn how to increase savings and decrease debt while learning the ins and outs of the credit bureau. By the end of this class you will understand how to increase… Savvy Couponing Savvy Couponing April 21, 2012 11:00 am – April 21, 2012 1:00 pm Learn the secrets of the Savvy Coupon Lady and how you can save hundreds of dollars a year by findng, saving and using coupons. Kansas City Public Library card holders who… Budgeter Beware Budgeter Beware April 21, 2012 1:00 pm – April 21, 2012 3:00 pm Learn ways to budget your money and learn new and creative ways to maximize your savings and avoid scams. Budgeter Beware Budgeter Beware April 21, 2012 2:00 pm – April 21, 2012 3:00 pm Learn ways to budget your money and learn new and creative ways to maximize your savings and avoid scams.	22
23 Budgeter Beware Budgeter Beware Budgeter Beware Budgeter Beware Budgeter Beware Budgeter Beware Budgeter Beware Macroeconomic Issues I Macroeconomic Issues I April 23, 2012 9:00 am – April 23, 2012 11:00 am These sessions explore macroeconomic issues (e.g., unemployment, recessions, saving, credit, health care costs and inflation along with others) at a collegiate level. The same thing repeats at 10:00 AM,… Building Wealth in America Building Wealth in America April 23, 2012 3:00 pm – April 23, 2012 4:00 pm Learn the steps needed to start saving and investing to build up your personal wealth. Kansas City Public Library card holders who attend this workshop receive up to $30.00 in overdue… How to Get the Best Deal in Purchasing Anything and Save Lots of Money! How to Get the Best Deal in Purchasing Anything and Save Lots of Money! April 23, 2012 3:00 pm – April 23, 2012 4:00 pm This course is not about coupon clipping! This course will review everyday transactions and future purchases and show you how to save thousands. The instructor will discuss modern budgeting behaviors… Moneywise at Central Bank Moneywise at Central Bank April 23, 2012 5:00 pm – April 23, 2012 7:00 pm Need new ways to stretch your dollars? Want to learn how to set up a budget? Need to find some great new ways to save? Want to learn how to… Lifespan Financial Literacy Workshop Lifespan Financial Literacy Workshop April 23, 2012 5:30 pm – April 23, 2012 7:30 pm The Women’s Foundation of Greater Kansas City (WFGKC) is committed to enhancing and improving the economic self-sufficiency and financial literacy of women and girls in the greater Kansas City area.… Smart Money Forum for Students Smart Money Forum for Students April 23, 2012 7:00 pm – April 23, 2012 8:00 pm An interactive forum in which panelists will provide information on credit, credit cards, identity theft, banking and budgeting. Students will have an opportunity to ask questions. FREE – Financial planners will… Retirement 101 Retirement 101 April 23, 2012 7:00 pm – April 23, 2012 8:00 pm Bill Meader, Investment Advisor with the Wright Legacy Group, presents Retirement 101. This class will help participants understand what is necessary to prepare for retirement, from living within your means,…	24 Retirement 101 Retirement 101 Retirement 101 Retirement 101 Retirement 101 Retirement 101 Retirement 101 Retirement 101 Retirement 101 Small Business Solutions: How Do Your Compensation and Benefits Packages Measure Up? Small Business Solutions: How Do Your Compensation and Benefits Packages Measure Up? April 24, 2012 12:00 am – April 24, 2012 11:59 pm The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) publishes a wealth of data useful for benchmarking compensation and benefits packages and identifying trends. In this session we will discuss wage and… Choosing a Retirement Plan for Your Small Business Choosing a Retirement Plan for Your Small Business April 24, 2012 9:30 am – April 24, 2012 10:30 am Employee Benefits Security Administration will present a seminar: Choosing a Retirement Solution for Your Small Business. Having a savings plan and helping employees save can be easier than many small… Payday Loans and Credit Scores Payday Loans and Credit Scores April 24, 2012 10:30 am – April 24, 2012 11:40 am Learn more about payday loans and understand whether they are a good source of funds. Understanding your credit and credit scores will also be discussed. Personal Credit Basics Personal Credit Basics April 24, 2012 1:00 pm – April 24, 2012 2:00 pm What is a credit score and what types of things shape your credit score? What credit score should you strive for? Learn good ways to build credit and types of… Taking the Mystery Out of Retirement Planning Taking the Mystery Out of Retirement Planning April 24, 2012 1:30 pm – April 24, 2012 2:30 pm For many people, planning for retirement is a mystery. Often there are many challenges in saving for a secure retirement. Join the Department of Labor’s Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA)… Salary Negotiations and Expectations: How much does that job pay? Salary Negotiations and Expectations: How much does that job pay? April 24, 2012 2:30 pm – April 24, 2012 3:00 pm The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes data on wages by occupation through the Occupational Employment Statistics program. These data are useful for estimating Kansas City’s average pay for specific… Credit Restore Class Credit Restore Class April 24, 2012 6:00 pm – April 24, 2012 8:00 pm Learn how to increase savings and decrease debt while learning the ins and outs of the credit bureau. By the end of this class you will understand how to increase… Budgeting 101 Budgeting 101 April 24, 2012 6:30 pm – April 24, 2012 7:30 pm Learn the basics of creating a personal and family budget. Kansas City Public Library card holders who attend this workshop recieve up to $30.00 in overdue fines waived from their… Budgeting 101 Budgeting 101 April 24, 2012 6:30 pm – April 24, 2012 7:30 pm This course will outline the basics to budgeting. The instructor will teach ways to save money now and in the future. Other topics such as credit and banking will be…	25 Budgeting 101 Budgeting 101 Budgeting 101 Budgeting 101 Budgeting 101 Budgeting 101 Budgeting 101 Personal Finance Symposium Personal Finance Symposium April 25, 2012 9:00 am – April 25, 2012 3:30 pm The University of Missouri Personal Finance Symposium is a day-long seminar with the theme: “Money Maze, Amazing Money.” Speakers will provide presentations on topics ranging from financial planning to annuities. Personal Credit Basics Personal Credit Basics April 25, 2012 9:00 am – April 25, 2012 10:00 am What is a credit score and what types of things shape your credit score? What credit score should you strive for? Learn good ways to build credit and types of… Macroeconomic Issues II Macroeconomic Issues II April 25, 2012 9:00 am – April 25, 2012 11:00 am These sessions explore macroeconomic issues (e.g., unemployment, recessions, saving, credit, health care costs and inflation along with others) at a collegiate level. The same thing repeats at 10:00 AM,… PNC Grow Up Great: For Me, For You, For Later Storytime PNC Grow Up Great: For Me, For You, For Later Storytime April 25, 2012 10:30 am – April 25, 2012 11:00 am This storytime is for preschool-aged children and their caregivers or families. Characters like Elmo and Cookie Monster introduce children to developmentally-appropriate financial literacy concepts. Kids will watch their… Plugging Budget Leaks Plugging Budget Leaks April 25, 2012 3:00 pm – April 25, 2012 4:00 pm This course is designed to teach you how to plug the leaks in your budget and boost your savings each month. Women and money … intergenerational empowerment Women and money … intergenerational empowerment April 25, 2012 6:00 pm – April 25, 2012 8:00 pm An informative evening designed to capture the attention of women of all ages. The session will cover five steps every woman needs to consider to secure her future at… Investing Basics: Be a Smart Investor Investing Basics: Be a Smart Investor April 25, 2012 6:30 pm – April 25, 2012 7:30 pm Discusses how investing fits into an overall financial plan and provides information about investing and investing concepts. Kansas City Public Library card holders who attend this workshop recieve up to $30.00…	26 Investing Basics: Be a Smart Investor Investing Basics: Be a Smart Investor Investing Basics: Be a Smart Investor Budget Your Way to Freedom Budget Your Way to Freedom April 26, 2012 12:00 pm – April 26, 2012 1:00 pm Learn effective ways to budget, manage your bills, cut expenses and save in this workshop. Bring the figures for your income and expenses and we will go through the steps… Thrifty Thursday Thrifty Thursday April 26, 2012 3:00 pm – April 26, 2012 4:00 pm Thrifty Thursdays is a weekly financial education class for UMKC students. Changes in the Home Buying Process Changes in the Home Buying Process April 26, 2012 4:00 pm – April 26, 2012 5:00 pm If you are considering buying your first home, upgrading for a new family member, or downsizing during retirement in the next five years, this seminar is for you. Changes…	27 Changes in the Home Buying Process PNC Grow Up Great: For Me, For You, For Later Storytime PNC Grow Up Great: For Me, For You, For Later Storytime April 27, 2012 10:30 am – April 27, 2012 11:00 am This storytime is for preschool-aged children and their caregivers or families. Characters like Elmo and Cookie Monster introduce children to developmentally-appropriate financial literacy concepts. Kids will watch their…	28 PNC Grow Up Great: For Me, For You, For Later Storytime PNC Grow Up Great: For Me, For You, For Later Storytime PNC Grow Up Great: For Me, For You, For Later Storytime PNC Grow Up Great: For Me, For You, For Later Storytime PNC Grow Up Great: For Me, For You, For Later Storytime PNC Grow Up Great: For Me, For You, For Later Storytime Making Cent$ in the City Making Cent$ in the City April 28, 2012 9:00 am – April 28, 2012 1:00 pm Middle school-aged girls are invited to be a part of this annual event to learn more about budgeting, smart shopping, identity theft and scams, using credit wisely, how the banking… Credit Restore Class Credit Restore Class April 28, 2012 9:00 am – April 28, 2012 11:00 am Learn how to increase savings and decrease debt while learning the ins and outs of the credit bureau. By the end of this class you will understand how to increase… Bike Safety Rodeo/Financial Fair 2012 Bike Safety Rodeo/Financial Fair 2012 April 28, 2012 11:00 am – April 28, 2012 3:00 pm Through a youth and family oriented event, financial education resources will be available to the general public. Participating kids will receive free helmets, event T-shirts and qualify for a drawing… Savvy Couponing Savvy Couponing April 28, 2012 11:00 am – April 28, 2012 1:00 pm Learn the secrets of the Savvy Coupon Lady and how you can save hundreds of dollars a year by findng, saving and using coupons. Kansas City Public Library card holders who… “For Me, For You, For Later” Party “For Me, For You, For Later” Party April 28, 2012 1:00 pm – April 28, 2012 2:30 pm Party with us! Costumed Sesame Street characters, activity tables, clips from Sesame Street, and guest speakers are all part of this PNC Grow Up Great: For Me, For You, For… Fit & Fiscal Family Sports Festival Fit & Fiscal Family Sports Festival April 28, 2012 1:00 pm – April 28, 2012 4:00 pm The entire family is invited to a free sports festival where you can learn about tennis and other sports. This unique event combines fitness through sports with messages about “fiscal…	29
30 Fit & Fiscal Family Sports Festival Paying Your Taxes Paying Your Taxes April 30, 2012 10:00 am – April 30, 2012 12:00 pm This session will stress the importance of being in compliance with fiscal duties and the benefits that you may get out of it.

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