Mapping out your finances isn’t always an easy task. Fortunately we have recommended reading, events, and online resources to that can help keep you on the right track to financial wellness.
Recommended Reading
Our librarians have curated lists of titles for adults that focus on many types of wellness, including financial guidance and budgeting. Place a hold on any title that looks interesting!
Library Events
Discover What’s Yours: I-Cash
Monday, January 16: 11 am-2 pm
Tuesday, January 17: 11 am-2 pm
A representative from the Illinois State Treasurer’s Unclaimed Property Division will be in the lobby to help patrons search for money or valuables in the division’s database. Drop-in event.
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Retire Fearlessly (In Person/Virtual)
Tuesday, January 17: 6:30-7:30 pm
Gain insights and learn strategies to help achieve your retirement goals. Presented by Thrivent Financial. Signup required.
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Sign up to attend virtually
Money Smart Book Group: Money Magic by Laurence Kotilkoff
Saturday, January 21: 2-3 pm
Increase your spending power, enhance your standard of living, and achieve financial independence with this must-read guide to money management. Drop-in event.
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Online Resources
- Gale Business: Plan Builder offers guided planning and strategies for anybody looking to build up a business or create one from scratch.
- Morningstar Investment Research Center gives you up-to-date information on companies, funds, ETFs, markets, and investment portfolio tools.
- Consumer Reports provides access to popular, independent companies rating consumer products and services.
