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April 11, 2006

Celebrate 'Money Smart Week' at Oakton

Celebrate "Money Smart Week 2006" at Oakton Community College. Free financial workshops sponsored by the Business Institute at Oakton and Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago will be offered at both campuses in English and Spanish.

At the Des Plaines campus, 1600 E. Golf Road, "Home Ownership - Know What You Are Borrowing Before You Buy" decodes the mortgage process for new home buyers. Presented in English, 6 - 8 p.m., Monday, May 1; in Spanish, 6 - 8 p.m., Wednesday, May 3.

At the Skokie campus, 7701 N. Lincoln Ave., "Bank Basics - An Introduction to Bank Services, Credit, and Checking Accounts" explores how to select a financial institution. Presented in English, 1 - 3 p.m., Tuesday, May 2; in Spanish, 1 - 3 p.m., Thursday, May 4.

Money Smart Week is designed to teach money managing tips to consumers. This is the fifth year the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago is offering free programs in cooperation with banks, businesses, government agencies, schools, libraries, and community groups.

For reservations, call 847-635-1934, or e-mail donnar@oakton.edu. More information about the workshops and Money Smart Week may be found at www.chicagofed.org.


Media Contact: Bill Paige (847) 635-1806


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