technology / money
Cable or satellite television is the single most expensive utility for many households . Discover viewing options that are free or much lower in cost . We ’ ll discuss the pros and cons of cable , how to get the internet without cable , how to view television channels on your computer and much more . Find out why , and how , thousands of people are ditching cable forever .
◗ May 11 | Th | 7-8:30 pm 1 Session | Fee : $ 39 | Staff Dev Ctr AL077-1F52-Su1 | Timm
Learn to feel confident using the world ’ s most popular social media site to safely connect with family and friends . Attendees will learn the basics , along with posting photos and other top tips for utilizing the site . We ’ ll also review the recommended privacy settings and you ’ ll leave this training with the knowledge on how to navigate confidently through the social media platform .
◗ May 4 | Th | 12-1pm 1 Session | Fee : $ 25 | Online AL077-1F33-Su1 | Welsh
QuickBooks can make your bookkeeping both manageable and efficient . This introductory class teaches some of the great features of QuickBooks Online . Versions Plus and Essentials will be covered with advantages of the Advanced versions discussed . Get started on this easy-to-use , time-saving accounting software pro . Prerequisite : Familiarity with Windows .
◗ May 9-May 23 | T | 6:30-9 pm 3 Sessions | Fee : $ 69 | Staff Dev Ctr AL077-1F62-Su1 | Holcomb
Media for Business
Driving new customer traffic to your website and promoting your business is imperative in today ’ s technology world . Don ’ t let your skillset or company get left behind by missing the key social media rules you need to know ! Learn how to craft a simple but effective social media marketing strategy , listen directly to customers and implement tips to grow your business , all while staying organized without technology overwhelm .
◗ May 11 | Th | 12-1 pm 1 Session | Fee : $ 25 | Online | AL077-1F36-Su1 | Welsh
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No matter how prepared for death one is , there will always be tasks left for survivors to do . Most of them can be undertaken in an orderly fashion over time , but some typically need immediate attention . Identify what needs to be done , when , and by whom . Pick up some tips that can help families avoid liquidity problems , facilitate bill paying , and mitigate family dynamics or issues .
◗ May 15 | M | 6:30-8 pm 1 Session | Fee : $ 25 | Staff Dev Ctr AL077-2C37-S1 | Henning
Early retirement can be an exciting time , but it can also bring a lot of questions . “ What do I do about health insurance before I am eligible for Medicare ?” Learn what to consider before leaving your employer group coverage , discover different options available to fill the gap before you become eligible for Medicare , and study the ins and outs of how to navigate MNSure , the Minnesota health insurance marketplace .
◗ Apr 18 | T | 6-7:30 pm 1 Session | Fee : $ 29 | Staff Dev Ctr AL077-2C32-S1 | Gaylord
Buying in Today ’ s Market
Whether it is your very first home , dream home , or investment property , the home buying process can be intimidating , especially in TODAY ’ S MARKET . This class will walk through the ever-changing real estate market and empower you to make educated decisions when purchasing . We will walk through the myths of the real estate market today and help you create a plan based on your goals , limitations , timeline , and the market specific to where you are looking to buy . Learn how to personalize the home buying plan that fits you best .
◗ Apr 22 | Sa | 9-10:30 am 1 Session | Fee : $ 25 | Northdale MS AL-077-2C40-S1 | Olson ◗ Apr 25 | T | 6:30-8 pm 1 Session | Fee : $ 25 | Staff Dev Ctr AL077-2C40-S2 | Olson
In retirement , your tax rate may vary widely over the years based on the timing and order in which you use different sources of money to pay for your living expenses . You want to apply the tax code in an organized and efficient way . Learn why tapping assets in the wrong order can trigger higher Medicare premiums , four stages of retirement and important tax actions in each stage , including tricky IRA challenges and mistakes to avoid when it comes to your investment portfolio , health care and estate . ◗ May 11 | Th | 6:30-8:30 pm
1 Session | Fee : $ 25 | Staff Dev Ctr AL077-2C38-S1 | Davis