Showing posts with label Instructional Workshops. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Instructional Workshops. Show all posts

Tuesday, November 25, 2008

FORECLOSURE PREVENTION AT THE LIBRARY

In these tough economic times, many people are faced with the possibility of losing their home. For those members of the community in need of guidance, the Racine Public Library is offering a program on Foreclosure Prevention presented by Housing Resources, Inc. The free seminar will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 6:30 p.m. in the library's Lee Room.

In this one-hour presentation, participants concerned about possible foreclosure on their property will learn the ways in which Housing Resources, Inc. can help, what rights homeowners are entitled to, and ways in which lenders may be willing to assist.

Mark Schultz of Housing Resources, Inc. will be on hand to discuss the foreclosure time line and what documents are needed when meeting with counselors. Topics such as "short sales" and loan modifications vs. refinancing will also be discussed.

Participants will be able to find our where they are in the foreclosure process and what options are available. Appointments may be scheduled with a HUD-approved bilingual Foreclosure Prevention Counselor.

Housing Resources, Inc. is a HUD-approved, NeighborWorks-chartered, non-profit organization that specializes in homeownership training, foreclosure prevention counseling and reverse-equity mortgage counseling. They have been performing these services in Racine for approximately eight years and have assisted several hundred families purchase their first home. Due to the unprecedented number of foreclosures taking place, Housing Resources, Inc. began foreclosure prevention counseling in June of the 2008. This knowledgeable staff completed HUD and NeighborWorks training and have gained certification from both agencies.

Registration is recommended for this free program. Please call 262.636.9217 to reserve a spot.
Questions about the program may be directed to Housing Resources, Inc. at 262.636.8271

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

NATURAL HEALTH TOPICS FEATURED IN LIBRARY LECTURES

The Racine Public Library, 75 Seventh St., is hosting a series of lectures on general health topics and natural health solutions. The one hour lectures will be facilitated by Dr. Scott T. Sheriff of Tiferet Family Chiropractic. The programs are limited to 25 participants, so registration is recommended; call 262.636.9217 or visit the Adult Services Reference desk in person. The following programs are being offered:

Osteoporosis – An Alternative Viewpoint
Tuesday, Oct. 28
10-11 a.m.
Participants will learn the causes of bone loss, how osteoporosis is diagnosed, and natural treatment options.

Natural Approaches to Preventing and Handling Arthritic Pain
Tuesday, Nov. 11
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Participants will learn the signs of arthritic development, how to prevent further degeneration, and natural methods to relieve pain.

The Best Vitamins and Supplements: Cost and Effectiveness
Tuesday, Nov. 25
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Participants will learn about key vitamins and supplements, how each works to improve general health, and which have been experimentally
proven to be effective.

Tuesday, July 22, 2008

Instructional Chess Workshops at the Library

EL ChessAcademics LLC will hold a series of instructional chess workshops at the Racine Public Library, 75 Seventh St., during the month of August. Kids in grades 3-8 are invited to attend these free programs on Mondays from 6:30-8:00 pm on August 4, 11, 18 and 25. All levels of chess players are welcome.

Space is limited and registration for the workshops is required. Registration forms are available at the Racine Public Library Youth Services Information desk or on the library's website at www.racinelibrary.info. Forms must be completed and turned in to the Racine Public Library by Monday, July 28.

In the workshops, students will learn placement and movement of chess pieces, chess terminology, fundamentals of the game, and an introduction to the use of clocks and chess notation. Students will be paired with other players according to knowledge of the game and will receive an introduction to tournament style chess playing.

Chess instruction will be facilitated by Edward Larkin, President and Founder of EL ChessAcademics, using th Chess Academy's "Chess, Math and Extended Response Workbook" currently being used in the Chicago area schools and community. EL ChessAcademics is an affiliate of the USCF.

For more information about EL ChessAcademics or the workshops please contact Edward Larkin at 262.672.1440 or elarkin1@mac.com.