CCV Winooski: Blog: June 2011

Monday, June 20, 2011

Chili Cook-Off! Join us Tuesday, June 28th from 12:00-2:00pm

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If you're interested in competing, please contact Marisa Brenk at marisa.brenk@ccv.edu or 654-0980 by May 24th.

Growing Money Series: It's Free & You're Invited!

We have a great line-up of classes! Why not join us in June? Also, come check your credit score for FREE with the added bonus of having a Growing Money coach review your report with you to make recommendations.

Please call Libby at (802) 860-1417 x104.

Growing Money Class Descriptions:
“Spend Smart”- Learn the foundations of good money management. We Introduce the powerful tools of tracking and budgeting and help you set financial goals you can achieve. We talk as a group about creative ways to stretch your dollars further. At the end of the three part series we present our helpful guide to community resources in your area.

"Keys to Credit"- This class goes into detail about the important and often confusing world of credit. Learn all the basics and get smarter about this issue. You can improve your credit in a variety of ways and we want to help you get started.

"Creating a Financial Future"- In this class, we discuss long term savings and investing in detail. If you have basic money management under control and want to take charge of your finances for the future, this class is for you. We define the terms mutual fund, Roth IRA, and APY among many other items. To begin building wealth over a lifetime, this class is a great step.

Days and Times of Upcoming Classes:

Spend Smart:
Tuesdays, June 14, 21 & 28, 10am-12pm at 294 N Winooski Ave. Burlington

Keys to Credit:
Thursday Evenings, June 23 & 30, 6pm-8pm at 294 N Winooski Ave. Burlington

Creating a Financial Future:
Wednesday Evenings, June 8 & 15, 6pm-8pm at 294 N Winooski Ave. Burlington
Tuesdays, June 21 & 28, 10am-12pm at 279 N Winooski Ave. Burlington

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Getting Down to Business: Lunch & Learn Series

Ever wondered how to turn your great idea into your own business?

This 5‐week session will give you a great overview of what you need to know to start the
process.

Choose either the lunch or the dessert presentation‐‐whichever fits your schedule.

No registration required. Completely free. Food provided.

*Each series’ final session will be extended by one half hour to include a question and answer session. Participants will be able to ask questions about any of the presentations during the series in this half‐hour.

Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Investigations Workshop

Course Description:
Investigations is based on Getting Ahead in a Just-Gettin’-by World, a workshop where people are challenged to create a path for making a stable, secure life while building economic stability. In Investigations, participants will investigate what it takes to succeed and to build a high-quality life even during hard economic times. The focus of the course is on economic class in America and the futures we want to build for ourselves and our communities. By examining society’s rules and how to build resources, individuals can stabilize their economic realities, operate effectively in new situations, and become active in the community.

Questions? Contact Amy Stuart (amy.stuart@ccv.edu) or Jen Garrett-Ostermiller (jennifer.garrett-ostermiller@ccv.edu)

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Summer fun on a budget!

Summer Fun!!

Here are some great ways to get out and enjoy summer without breaking the bank.

"Check out the parks" - each public library has a one day pass for a free admission to a state park. Go to http://www.vtstateparks.org/ for information on Vermont state parks.

While you are at the library, ask about free passes to local museums.

Town Recreation Departments offer a variety of low cost programs for children and adults.

Art Festivals, Historic Events and Fairs - http://www.vermont.gov/ / Travel and Recreation / Events, Fairs and Festival Calendar can help you plan your summer outings.

It's not too late to find a summer camp for your children. If you want help finding a camp or other resources for the summer, contact Lisa Jensen, Resource Coordinator at lisaj@unitedwaycc.org or 922-6297