Protect Yourself from Financial Scams and Fraud!- presented by UMd Extension - In-person

How to be Vigilant Online

Each year millions of Americans fall victim to financial scams & fraud. As the holidays approach, learn how to avoid common digital ones, including how to spot them.

A Digital Educator from Marylanders Online, based at the University of Maryland, will share examples, discuss typical scams, and provide resources if you or a family member believes you were scammed. During the holidays, financial scams are common, especially in areas like online shopping, package delivery, and charity donations. Scammers often use fake emails, text messages, and websites to steal personal information. The presenter is bilingual in English and Spanish, and there will be an opportunity to ask questions. More about Marylanders Online: https://marylandersonline.umd.edu/home/

The program will be held in the Multi-Purpose Room, on the first floor, off the lobby. Questions about this program? Contact the Library at 240-777-0678. 

The Library's web site has more Consumer Resources, linked here within the 'Consumer Information' heading:https://mcpl.aspendiscovery.org/WebBuilder/ResourcesList

You'll need a current MCPL card account to log into these. Don't have a card right now?  No worries!  Find out how to Get a Library Card.

Library Program Attendance (both virtual and in the branch) is limited to participants within the suggested age range of the program. Children attending an MCPL program under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults attending a program intended for children must have an accompanying child.

If you plan to attend with a group of ten or more, please contact the branch at least one week before the program to discuss how your group might be accommodated.

Accommodation Requests

People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.

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