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    Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities Announces July Consumer Financial Protection Events to Help Pennsylvanians Invest Wisely, Recognize Scams, and Avoid Identity Theft

    June 25, 2025

    Visit the department's calendar of events to find an event near you. 

    Pennsylvanians encouraged to call 1-866-PACOMPLAINT, visit pa.gov/consumer, or email consumer@pa.gov to report financial, insurance, and consumer concerns.

    Harrisburg, PA – Financial Education, Protection, and Outreach staff from the Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities (DoBS) will be participating in numerous free presentations for groups of seniors, service providers, and the general public throughout the month of July helping them avoid scams, understand signs of fraud, and avoid identity theft.

    July outreach events, in partnership with the listed organizations, will be held in-person and are open to the public unless otherwise noted. 

    To learn more about our free, non-commercial financial education programs or request a customized presentation, visit the DoBS Events Calendar or contact the team at 1-800-PA-BANKS or via email at informed@pa.gov. You can visit us at pa.gov/dobs, subscribe to the department newsletter, or follow us on Facebook, X, or LinkedIn.

    Pennsylvanians are also encouraged to call 1-866-PACOMPLAINT, visit pa.gov/consumer, or email consumer@pa.gov to report scams, resolve financial and insurance issues, and access help from the Commonwealth.

    FOR THE GENERAL PUBLIC

    Avoiding Identity Theft: This presentation takes a look at ways people’s identities are stolen or compromised, what you can do if you find you have had your identity stolen, and how to stop theft from occurring.

    • Hosted by the Cumberland County Library System at the Bosler Memorial Library, 158 W. High St., Carlisle (Cumberland County) on July 15 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. For additional information, and to register, contact Logan Wolf at 717-243-4642 ext. 2226 or lawolf@cumberlandcountylibraries.org.

    Cybersecurity – Tips for Online Shopping: Online shopping has become very popular. Criminals know this and are primed and ready to take advantage of our generosity. They’ve honed and perfected their skills with ways to gather your personal information, steal your identity and your hard-earned money. This presentation will provide tips for protecting your personal information while shopping safely online!

    • Phoenixville Public Library, 183 Second Ave., Phoenixville (Chester County) on July 21 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. For additional information contact Mark Pinto at 610-933-3013 ext. 132 or mpinto@ccls.org.
    • Hosted by the Cumberland County Library System at the Bosler Memorial Library, 158 W. High St., Carlisle (Cumberland County) on July 22 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. For additional information, and to register, contact Logan Wolf at 717-243-4642 ext. 2226 or lawolf@cumberlandcountylibraries.org.

    Popular Scams and How to Avoid Them: Every day people are getting scammed out of THOUSANDS of dollars by so called “professionals” looking to separate them from their hard-earned money. This presentation introduces us to commonly used tactics, what to look for and how to avoid them.

    • Hosted by the Cumberland County Library System at the Bosler Memorial Library, 158 W. High St., Carlisle (Cumberland County) on July 29 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. For additional information, and to register, contact Logan Wolf at 717-243-4642 ext. 2226 or lawolf@cumberlandcountylibraries.org.

    FOR OLDER ADULTS

    Avoiding Identity Theft: This presentation takes a look at ways people’s identities are stolen or compromised, what you can do if you find you have had your identity stolen, and how to stop theft from occurring.

    • Berks Encore - Mifflin Center, 30 Liberty St., Shillington (Berks County) on July 1 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. Open to members only. For additional information contact Dana Ziegler at 610-777-5577 or DZiegler@BerksEncore.org.
    • Hosted by the Bradford/Sullivan/Susquehanna/Tioga Area Agency on Aging at the Towanda Active Living Center, Colonial Drive, Towanda (Bradford County) on July 23 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Open to members only. For additional information contact Deena Mize at 570-265-2687 or towandasc@bsstaaa.org.

    Cybersecurity – Staying Safe Online: Whatever your age, understanding how to keep your information safe and secure online is vitally important for everyone. This presentation covers key topics like using secure websites, creating strong passwords, being aware of what you put on social media, and even tips for shopping online safely.

    • Coopersburg Senior Center, 538 Thomas St., Coopersburg (Lehigh County) on July 2 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Open to members only. For additional information contact Nan Beitel-Vessels at 610-282-2330.

    Fraud BINGO: A fun and interactive presentation that teaches consumers how to protect themselves from investment fraud by playing a familiar game – BINGO!

    • Hosted by the Office of Human Services – Area Agency on Aging at the Johnsonburg Senior Center, 430 Center St., Johnsonburg (Elk County) on July 8 from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM. Open to members only. For additional information contact JoAnn Schatz at 814-965-5638 or jschatz@ohsaging.com.
    • Hosted by the Office of Human Services – Area Agency on Aging at the Kane Senior Center, 100 Fraley St., Kane (McKean County) on July 8 from 11:15 AM to 12:00 PM. Open to members only. For additional information contact Alyse Nystrom at 814-837-6981 or anystrom@ohsaging.com.
    • Hosted by the Office of Human Services – Area Agency on Aging at the Senior Junction of Ridgway, 321 West Main St., Ridgway (Elk County) on July 8 from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM. Open to members only. For additional information contact Diana Streich at 814-772-6786 or dstreich@ohsaging.com.
    • Hosted by the Office of Human Services – Area Agency on Aging at the Eldred Senior Center, 169 Main St., Eldred (McKean County) on July 9 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Open to members only. For additional information contact Charlotte Schweikart at 814-225-4752 or cschweikart@ohsaging.com.
    • Bradford Ecumenical Home, Chapel Ridge, 100 St. Francis Drive, Bradford (McKean County) on July 9 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Open to residents only. For additional information contact Lisa Geitner at 814-368-5648 or lisageitner@behcr.com.
    • Hosted by the Office of Human Services – Area Agency on Aging at the Emporium Senior Center, 105 East 4th St., Emporium (Cameron County) on July 10 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Open to members only. For additional information contact Jennifer Kane at 814-486-3707 or jkane@ohsaging.com.
    • Hosted by Blair Senior Services, Inc. at the Southern Blair Senior Center, 15229 Dunnings Highway, East Freedom (Blair County) on July 17 from 12:15 PM to 1:15 PM. Open to members only. For additional information contact Karen Kelley at 814-317-5181 or KKelley@blairsenior.org.

    $camJam: A fun and interactive event that brings experts in law enforcement and state agencies together to educate target audiences on how to protect their money from financial fraud and abuse. Between key sessions, attendees get to play Fraud BINGO.

    • Meadow View Farms, 93 New Hope Blvd., Oley (Berks County) on July 16 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. This program is in partnership with AARP Pennsylvania. Open to residents of Meadow View Farms. For additional information contact Robert McCaster at 610-587-1985 or robertmccaster@comcast.net.
    • Auditorium at Rydal Park and Waters, 1515 The Fairway, Jenkintown (Montgomery County) on July 18 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. This program is in partnership with AARP Pennsylvania. Open to residents only. For additional information contact Jocelyn Wolf at 215-376-6214 or Jocelyn.wolf@humangood.org.

    Spending Plans – Senior Edition: This presentation focuses on the need for a spending plan so that people can achieve their financial goals. We discuss the differences between wants and needs; setting SMART goals; creating a spending plan; putting the plan into action; as well as periodically reviewing goals and spending plans to ensure that you can stay on track.

    • Hosted by Blair Senior Services, Inc. at the American Legion Social Hall, 104 Dell Delight, Legion Park, Hollidaysburg (Blair County) on July 17 from 10:35 AM to 11:35 AM. Open to program members only. For additional information contact Alyssa at 814-946-1235 ext. 1033 or akey@blairsenior.org.
    • Hosted by MJRSC–The Care Network (Regional Services Area Agency on Aging) at the McAlisterville Community Senior Center, 158 Lions Den Drive, McAlisterville (Juniata County) on July 21 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Open to members only. For additional information contact Carrie Noss at 717-463-3588 or mcalistervillectr@mymjrsc.com.       

    LEGISLATIVE EVENTS

    • Rep. Steve Malagari’s $camJam: Hatfield Township Municipal Building, 1950 School Road, Hatfield (Montgomery County) on July 17 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. This program is in partnership with AARP Pennsylvania. For additional information contact Gretchen Berry at 267-768-3671 or gberry@pahouse.net.
    • Rep. Jill Cooper’s Community Fair: 1011 Barnes St., New Kensington (Westmoreland County) on July 18 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. For additional information contact Alaina Adams at 724-472-4102 or Aadams@pahousegop.com.
    • Rep. Mike Armanini and Life and Independence for Today (LIFT) Annual Disability and Senior Resource Expo: Elk County Catholic High School, 600 Maurus St., St. Marys (Elk County) on July 22 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. For additional information contact Cynthia Feldbauer at 814-781-3050 ext. 202 or liftfm@liftcil.org.
    • Rep. Tina Pickett’s Senior Expo: Athens-Lynch/Bustin Elementary School, 253 Pennsylvania Ave., Athens (Bradford County) on July 25 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. For additional information contact Jennifer Horton at 570-888-9011 or jhorton@pahousegop.com.
    • Sen. Kristin Phillips-Hill’s $camJam: Goodwill Fire Company Station 18, 1 S. Main St., Jacobus (York County) on July 25 from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM. This program is in partnership with AARP Pennsylvania. For additional information contact Holly Engle at 717-787-7085 or hengle@pasen.gov.

    MEDIA CONTACT: Joan Z. Nissley, jnissley@pa.gov

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