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From Purses to Portfolios 2013 Celebration

On Saturday, the Delaware Financial Literacy Institute, held it’s annual From Purses to Portfolios Celebration at the Chase Center on the Riverfront.

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This event was held to honor the 2013 Award Recipients, those who had achieved various levels (hours) by participating in Money School Classes, Money Clubs, Special Events and Volunteering. Women achieving various levels ranging from 1-15 hours and up to 250 hours were being recognized, the highest achievement being the Ambassador of Financial Education ~ 250 hours.

The recipient of this award was Elizabeth “Penny” Church for her “Penny’s 2 Dollars Money Club” and she also received the Sandra A. Varano Golden Purse Award. Purses to Portfolios 063

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The other categories of recognition were: Money School Advocate Awards; Executive Director’s Awards and Outstanding Volunteer Awards of which I was also a recipient due to the volunteer hours of instruction for the Blogging 101 and Blogging for Your Small Business classes.

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The From Purses to Portfolios Celebration was held in a beautifully decorated ballroom, and on each table there was a vibrant Autumn Mum and a small Gift Bag on each seat. Inside the Gift Bags was a pink FAB pen, Note Cards, “friends don’t let friends drown in debt” magnet, a donation envelop, a card advertising “Money Letters” and a retractable measuring tape from Citi, who was the major sponsor.

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Chasing the Dream Exhibitors were set up around the ballroom selling products and attendees walked about chatting and networking. In an adjoining room there was a breakfast buffet, warming trays filled with scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, and fried potatoes. As well as tables of yogurt, pastries, bagels, fruit, coffee, tea and juice.

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From Purses to Portfolios Ronni Cohen, Executive Director opened the program with a warm welcome and explained the levels of achievement and how they are gained through the Money School of Delaware. From Purses to Portfolios Alisha Adams, a Money School instructor gave a beautiful blessing and Quadia Muhmmad, Program Director introduced the Keynote Speaker, Jackie Cummings Koski. Purses to Portfolios 041

Jackie Cummings Koski, is the Award Winning Author of Money, Letters 2 My Daughter. As one of 6 children raised by a single dad, where money was always short, finances were taboo to talk about and bad money decisions were made, she knew that she wanted her daughter to make better financial decisions in her life.

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She was determined to teach her daughter Amber, financial literacy but in a fun and easy way, one that would appeal to her teenage mind. Jackie began to write letters and those letters turned into a best selling book, one that was sent to and acknowledged by the President and First Lady Obama. Money, Letters 2 My Daughter is available in book stores as well as a downloadable ebook.

 

Jackie ended her presentation with a Group Activity in which she asked us to answer 1 of 4 questions on a “My Money Letter” form. Those willing to reveal their answer on stage were each given a $2 bill which has been significant in Jackie’s life long savings plan.

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Ronni returned to the podium to present the 2013 Awards and Door Prizes which included Gift Cards, a WaWa Gift Basket and Books. One of the winners was a man, but in keeping with the FAB motto of “FOR Women ~ ABOUT Women ~ BY Women AND the men in their lives” is was okay!

A game of “What’s in your Purse” was then hosted by Quadia with the winner of having the most items on her list in their purse receiving the table’s Mum.

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The event concluded with a book signing by Jackie and more sales by the Chasing the Dream Exhibitors. It was a great day and another wonderful FREE event sponsored by The Delaware Financial Literacy Institute – The Money School of DE.

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The 10th Annual From Purses to Portfolios Event will be held next year on October 25th 2014 – so mark your calendars. Purses to Portfolios

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Free Fall Classes From The Money School of DE

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Foreclosure Prevention

Mon., Oct. 14, 6-7:30pm
Georgetown Library

Lisa Spellman, Department of Justice

A Mortgage Acceleration Review

Mon., Oct 14, 6:30 – 7:30pm

Rosehill Commuinty Center

Jenine Mills, AGLA

Home Sweet Home Ownership: Inspection – Better Safe Than Sorry

Tues., Oct. 15 Time: 6-7:30pm

Woodlawn Library

John Kerrigan, Reliable Home Inspection Service

               

Business Builders Book Club

Tue., Oct. 15, Noon-1pm

Brandywine Hundred Library

Dr. Jay Macklin, Direct Sales & Home Based Business Network

Write the Vision, Business Plan Basics

Tues., Oct. 15, 6-8pm

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Dr. Jay Macklin, Direct Sales & Home Based Business Network

Roth Conversion

Tues., Oct. 15, 6:30-7:30pm

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Mark Nehra, CFP, Waddell & Reed, Inc.

 

There Must be a Hole in My Pocket

Tues., Oct. 15 Time: 6-7:30pm

Milford Public Library, 11 S.E. Front St., Milford

Cost: FREE

Presented by Lisa Spellman, Department of Justice

Learn more about this class

Foreclosure Prevention

Wed., Oct. 16, 6:30-8:30pm

Bear Library

Mary Rammel, CCCS of MD and DE

21 Ways to Find Money to Invest

Thurs., Oct. 17, 5:30-7:15pm

Dover Library

Rod Hausmann, Primerica

 

Do You Have What It Takes to Own & Operate a Small Business

Fri., Oct. 18 Time: 12noon-1:30pm

Delaware State University

Lillie Crawford, DE State Univ DE Ctr for Enterprise

               

Strategic Ways to Get Out of Debt

Mon., Oct. 21, 6:30-8:30pm

Bear Library

Rod Hausmann, Primerica

Tax Free Investing: It’s Not What You Make, It’s What You Keep!

Mon., Oct. 21, 2-3:30pm

Milton Public Library

Donna Savage, Edward Jones

Life Insurance as Alternative Asset

Mon., Oct. 21 Time: 6-7pm

Rehoboth Beach Library

Samuel Slabaugh, Sr., CFP, EST Financial Group

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Sat., Oct. 19, 9:30am-1:00pm 

Chase Center on the Riverfront

Light breakfast will be provided

FREE, but registration required!
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Blogging For Your Small Business

Last week I taught another class, this one was “Blogging For Your Small Business” held at The Bear Public Library, in Bear, DE.   It was the second blogging class that I had an opportunity to teach thanks to The Money School of Delaware.  There weren’t as many students enrolled in this class which allowed us more time for questions and answers as well as to do a little networking.

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In attendance, along with her mother was Kayla Williams, a 9 year old who is the owner and designer of Kay-Luv-Kreations Jewelry. Kayla showcased her current line of jewelry and has already participated in several vendoring events at Churches and local Craft Shows.  This young lady is a lovely entrepreneur and her mother is certainly proud of her.  Kayla can be contacted via email at kaylagems123@aol.com.

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Lynette Oliver, The SewLadi, creates and sells adorable Handmade Gift Items including Hats, Scarves, Dolls, Key Chain Holders, Money trees, Business Card Holders and Cotton Dish Cloth Dresses. Lynette also conducts sewing, knitting and crocheting classes and has an Etsy Shop,  www.etsy.com/shop/thesweladi. Lynette can be reached at thesewladi@gmail.com.

Regina Redden, Consultant/Educator is a very passionate woman when it comes to the upbringing and educating today’s youth. Helping early childhood educators provide building blocks for a strong foundation is her motto, and she can be reached at Edu1Consultants@hotmail.com.

Also in attendance was Carla Shipman owner of Declutter Enterprise, LLC, who I had previously met at The Money School’s Green Tie Event.  I will definitely be enlisting her services in preparation of downsizing our home over the course of the next several years.  Carla can be reached at csdeclutter@gmail.com.

Rasheeda Demby-Chenault is the Owner/Stylist/Aesthetician of Demby International Beauty Studio located in Wilmington. Rasheeda can be contacted at dembyintl@verizon.net.

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Carla Holland, is a Training Coordinator and Business Advisor for the University of Delaware Small Business & Technology Development Center. If you require additional information about this program, feel free to reach out to Carla at carla@udel.edu.

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The only male attendee in the class was Willard Williams, of Gemstone Real Estate Group, who kept me on my toes with his many questions.  As an educator it’s job satisfaction when you can share your knowledge with others especially to those who are eager to learn.  If you are in need of housing services, rentals, lease or purchases, Willard can be reached at williamswillard993@yahoo.com.

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I would like to once again thank The Money School of Delaware for giving me an opportunity to be a guest instructor.  I know that it is a stepping stone leading to something great for my retirement years…yes, I’m putting it into the atmosphere!

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Have a fantabulous day – Smooches

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Wild Wednesday – OOTD

Hello Friends and Happy Hump Day Wednesday

This evening I will be teaching another FREE blogging class sponsored by The Money School of Delaware.  “Small Business Blogging” will be held at the Bear Public Library beginning at 6:30 pm, and I hope to see a few of my Delawarean followers.

I was going through some of my unpublished pictures from the summer and came across this outfit which I am tagging “Wild Wednesday“.  I love wearing animal prints, and I have shoes, scarves, sweaters, pants and purses in both Leopard and Zebra but Leopard has always been my favorite.

How about you, do you have a favorite “wild” animal print?

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I can’t remember where I purchased this asymmetrical top but most likely it was at either at Marshalls, Ross or TJ Maxx.

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 I do however, remember getting these sandals from Ross.

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 What do you think – does this sleeveless top remind you of The Flintstones?

Linking up today with Transatlantic Blonde 

Have a Yabba Dabba Do Day – Smooches!

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The Money School Free Fall Classes

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How to Create a Retirement Paycheck for Small Business

Mon., Sept. 30 Time: 6:30 – 8:30pm

NCC Cooperative Extention

Maria Pippidis, UD Cooperative Extension

Tax Free Investing: It’s Not What You Make, It’s What You Keep!

Tues., Oct. 1 Time: 4:30-6pm

Selbyville Library

Donna Savage, Edward Jones

Scams & Schemes: Dodging Financial Predators

Tues., Oct. 1 Time: 6-8:30pm

Woodlawn Library

Whitney Singer, Clarifi

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Lunch and Learn: Communicating Value

Wed., Oct. 2 Time: 12noon-1:30pm

Claymont Community Center

Dinette Rivera, Rivera Business Development Group

Light lunch provided

 

Blogging for Your Small Business

Wed., Oct. 2 Time: 6:30-8:00pm

Bear Library, 101 Governor’s Place, Bear

Antionette Blake, DE Divah Deals

You and Health Insurance: Making a Smart Choice

Wed., Oct. 2 Time: 6:00 – 8:00pm

Bear Library

Maria Pippidis, UD Cooperative Extension

How Today’s Annuities Really Work

Mon., Oct. 7 Time: 6-8pm

Hockessin Public Library

Michael Connor, WSFS Investments

               

You and Health Insurance: Making a Smart Choice

Mon., Oct. 7 Time: 6:30 – 8:30pm

Sussex County Extention Office

Maria Pippidis, UD Cooperative Extension

 

Join Us…
October 19, 2013 * 10:00am
Chase Center on the Riverfront
815 Justison Street, Wilmington, DE
Featuring award-winning author Jackie Cummings Koski
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Blogging 101 Class

Hello Friends and Happy Hump Day Wednesday.

Remember when I told you about the opportunity that was presented to me by The Money School of Delaware to teach a Blogging 101 class? Well, it happened…I did it, I taught a class last Wednesday at the Bear Public Library.

In 1983, I received my BS Degree in Elementary Education from Delaware State (College), but only taught 1 year of 3rd grade before leaving to work in Corporate America.  This was the first time since then of being back in a classroom…teaching…doing something that I’ve always loved to do.

I was on pins and needles for months in anticipation, reading everything I could online and from fellow bloggers as well as from the “Blogging for Dummies” book.  I was super excited to share what I had learned and prayed that all would go well.

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The class was full with 20 people registered, however, there were several no-shows but the walk-ins took their place making it a total of 18 participants.  “Not a bad turn out for a new class” stated the Library’s scheduler, which made me feel good.

I was a little nervous only because of the traffic delays that I had encountered trying to get there before the start time and upon arrival there were already 3 people seated.  After setting up the laptop with my PowerPoint presentation, I downloaded some Smooth Jazz from Pandora and waited until the start time of 6:30 pm. to begin.

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Do you know that saying, “I hit it out of the park”?  Well I did…it was an awesome evening, a lively and engaging group of woman ranging in ages from 15 to 60, mothers with daughters and small business owners all eager to learn the basics of blogging.  They asked great questions, participated by sharing stories and overall made this a memorable experience for which I’ll forever be grateful.

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It was my grandmother’s wish that I would someday return to teaching, so I know she was looking down on me with a smile.  Next month I’ll be presenting “Blogging for Small Businesses”, so it’s off to read and learn more, create a new presentation, download more Smooth Jazz and prepare to meet some new students.

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Have you ever had an opportunity to go back and do something that you truly loved to do?

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Back to School

Hello Friends and Happy Back to School 2013!

 Today my son starts his last first day back to school, entering as a HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR!!!

I watched the young kids in the neighborhood wait for the big yellow School Bus and had a lump in my throat because this is how it used to be on my son’s first day back to school…

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….now as I watched him leave this morning on his last first day of school the lump in my throat reappeared but for a totally different reason.

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Traveling mercies son!

Speaking of going back to school, I too will be heading back, but this time for just one day.  I will be returning to the classroom to teach a Blogging 101 class on Wednesday, September 4th sponsored by The Money School of Delaware.

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 Money School Classes!  

Outlook and Opportunities

Tues., Aug 27 Time: 1:00-2:00pm

Kirkwood Hwy Public Library

 Steven Lucas, Edward Jones

Understanding Your Credit Report

Wed., Aug. 28 Time: 6-7:30pm

New Castle Public Library

Whitney Singer, Clarifi

Scams & Schemes: Dodging Financial Predators

Tues., Sept. 3 Time: 6-7:30pm

Elsmere Library

Whitney Singer, Clarifi

Lunch and Learn: Social Media 2013

Wed., Sept. 4 Time: 12noon-1:30pm

Claymont Community Center

Dinette Rivera, Rivera Business Development Group

 

Building Your Financial Future

Wed., Sept. 4 Time: 5:30-7:15pm

Dover Library

Rod Hausmann, Primerica

Investment Success without a Guru.

Wed., Sept. 4 Time: 6-7pm

Lamborn Library

William D. Starnes, CFP, MST, ChFC, Mallard Advisors

 

Blogging 101

Wed., Sept. 4 Time: 6:30-8:00pm

Bear Library

Antionette Blake, DEDivahDeals.com

 

Take Stock in the Market

Thurs., Sept 5 Time: 1:00-2:00pm

Kirkwood Hwy Public Library

Steven Lucas, Edward Jones

You’re Getting Divorced – Now What!

Mon., Sept. 9 Time: 6:30-8:30pm

Newark Library

Susan Lehnerd, Mallard Advisors, LLC

Foreclosure Prevention

Mon., Sept. 9 Time: 6-7:30pm

Georgetown Library

Lisa Spellman, Department of Justice

 

A Mortgage Acceleration Review

Mon., Sept 9 Time: 6:30 – 7:30pm

Rosehill Commuinty Center

Jenine Mills, AGLA

Here’s to a wonderful Back to School year for all of us – Smooches!

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FREE Blogging Classes

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AND GUESS WHO WILL BE TEACHING THEM?

ME!

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This exciting opportunity was offered to me by The Money School of Delaware in April at The Green Tie Event and I have been over the top excited ever since.  I haven’t taught since 1983, and am really looking forward to returning to my first love.  

My grandmother would also be super duper excited and I know she will be watching over me.

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I hope to see all of my Delaware followers so please sign up & support!

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Chasing The Dream Entrepreneurship Camp

Hello Friends and Happy Monday!

Chasing the Dream Entrepreneurship Camp sponsored by The Money School of Delaware provided youngsters between the ages of 9-13, an opportunity to learn the basics of starting a business.  Last Thursday they were given the tools and a venue to showcase what they had learned.

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A miniature Marketplace was set up in Rodney Square in Wilmington where the campers had an opportunity to sell their products, which included body scrubs, hand crafted jewelry, sunglasses, candy, plants, lemonade, popcorn, metal sculptures even hourly math tutoring sessions.

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These young entrepreneurs obviously also learned another very important lesson, the value of customer satisfaction.  They greeted each passerby with a smile and eagerly answered questions about their products.

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There was a heavy downpour on and off during the day but that did not stop people from coming out to support.  There was a steady stream of customers as well as WDEL Radio personality, Amy Cherry and a 6ABC News cameraman.

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I was truly impressed with not only the products these entrepreneurs had created, but how each of their personalities and positive attitudes showed brightly despite the dark clouds looming overhead.

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Kudos to The Money School of Delaware for supporting the youth of today with their futures of tomorrow.

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