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Finance - How Tax Planning Changes through Four Stages of Retirement
with Ric Komarek
How Tax Planning Changes Through Four Stages of Retirement
You have to know what your “after-tax” retirement savings picture looks like BEFORE retiring and watch out for Social Security and Medicare "tax traps." Learn a “Retirement Tax Strategy” that manages your assets for an “optimal draw down” so you pay as few taxes as necessary.
Date: September 9, 2025
Schedule: 1 - Tuesday
Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm
Location: Shasta College Community Leadership Center, Downtown Redding, 1401 California Street, 2nd Floor, Room: 9205
Facilitator: Ric Komarek, CFP
Fee: $45
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Introduction to American Sign Language
with Tami Luce
Introduction to American Sign Language
Have you been curious about American Sign Language (ASL)? Whether you're an educator, healthcare worker, retail employee, or a family member of someone who is Deaf or Hard of Hearing, this introductory class will provide the foundational skills you need to communicate with confidence. In this course you will learn conversational vocabulary, finger spelling, and a brief overview of Deaf Culture.
Date: September 10, 2025 - October 29, 2025
Schedule: 8 - Wednesdays
Time: 6:00pm-7:00pm
Location: Shasta College Health Sciences Building
Facilitator: Tami Luce
Fee: $65
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Are You Thinking About Starting a Nonprofit Organization?
with Bob Reich
Are You Thinking About Starting a Nonprofit Organization?
Do you want an overview of the needs, processes, requirements, and planning for creating, incorporating, and applying for nonprofit status with the IRS and state for the organization? This workshop will provide information to understanding what lies ahead.
Note: the instructor will email the Zoom link to participants prior to the start of class.
Date: September 11, 2025
Schedule: 1 - Thursday
Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm
Location: Virtual Via Zoom
Facilitator: Bob Reich
Fee: $45
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Finance: Making Government Benefits Work For You
with Ric Komarek
MAKING GOVERNMENT BENEFITS WORK FOR YOU
As you approach retirement, it is more important than ever to understand the role that Social Security benefits can and should play in your overall retirement income plan. This class explains what you need to know about Medicare in simple, practical terms. It includes a description of today’s Medicare health plan choices including original Medicare and Medicare Advantage.
Date: September 16, 2025
Schedule: 1 - Tuesday
Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm
Location: Shasta College Community Leadership Center, 1401 California Street, Downtown Redding, 2nd Floor, Room 9205
Facilitator: Ric Komarek, CFP
Fee: $45
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Prediabetes Action Plan: Simple Steps for Lasting Change
with Ereka Bishop
Prediabetes Action Plan: Simple Steps for Lasting Change
Have you been told you're at risk for diabetes by a doctor or family member? You're not alone—and there *is* something you can do. Join our Prediabetes Action Plan: Simple Steps for Lasting Change—a dietitian-led class that breaks down what prediabetes really means and how to prevent type 2 through smart, sustainable lifestyle choices.
Date: September 18, 2025 - October 30, 2025
Schedule: 7- Thursdays
Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm
Location: Shasta College Community Leadership Center, Downtown Redding, 1401 California Street, 2nd Floor, Room: 9205
Facilitator: Ereka Bishop, MPA, RD
Fee: $115
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Techniques for Managing a Nonprofit Organization
with Bob Reich
Techniques of Managing a Nonprofit Organization
Do you want an overview to learn, understand or review the techniques and functions of operating and managing a nonprofit organization and how they work together? This class can be valuable for staff, volunteers, or Board members, those considering starting a nonprofit organization, or want a refresher on needs and processes.
Note: the instructor will email the Zoom link to participants prior to the start of class.
Date: September 22, 29, October 6, 2025
Schedule: 3-Mondays
Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Location: Virtual Via Zoom
Facilitator: Bob Reich
Fee: $110
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Finance - Investments, Annuities and Income in Retirement - Putting it All Together
with Ric Komarek
Investments, Annuities and Income in Retirement - Putting it All Together
Learn how to better manage your investments, avoid costly mistakes, and develop an income plan that can provide income security for life.
Date: September 23, 2025
Schedule: 1 - Tuesday
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Shasta College Community Leadership Center, Downtown Redding, 1401 California Street, 2nd Floor, Room: 9205
Facilitator: Ric Komarek, CFP
Fee: $45
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Writers - Write a Riveting Mystery, Suspense, or Crime Story
with LeeAnne Krusemark
Write a Riveting Mystery, Suspense, or Crime Story
Become a mystery writer for fun or profit! You will discover the different sub-genres and three-act story structure of mystery writing and create an intriguing cast of characters. Learn how to research and pick your setting, make sure your opening grabs readers’ attention, use “red herrings” to misdirect your readers and create suspense until you’re ready for the final reveal. Publishing options will also be discussed. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.
IMPORTANT: This class is being held via Zoom. Your instructor will email you the Zoom link prior to the start of the class.
Date: October 2, 2025
Schedule: 1 - Thursday
Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: Live Via Zoom
Facilitator: LeeAnne Krusemark
Fee: $50
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