The Smart Money's on Money Smart Week

Next week is Money Smart Week. Whether you're looking to take control of your financial destiny, or you just want to spend a little smarter, the library is a great place to seek out ideas, information, and inspiration.

In partnership with the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, the library will be hosting 3 seminars on money management and personal finance. You can click on the program title to get more information or to register.

• Getting a Good Buy: a Money Smart Week Program for Teens - Tuesday, April 5 - 4:00-5:30 PM
  
• Retirement Has Changed. What's Your Next Move? - Saturday, April 9 - 10:00-11:00 AM
  
• Social Security as Part of Your Retirement Plan - Saturday, April 9 from - 11:00 AM-Noon

You can also visit the fourth floor. Go to the 332.024 section to find books on personal finance. Or simply ask at the desk. A librarian is always happy to help.

If DVDs or audiobooks are more your style, click on one of the lists below to see what's available on the 3rd floor:

• Money Smart - On DVD
• Money Smart - On CD Audiobook

You can also get up-to-date investment and consumer information through our online research databases.

So next week, take the opportunity to exercise a little fiscal responsibility. For Money Smart Week, be really thrifty: check out some free financial information at your library.