Investment expert to speak in Hilo
One of the nation’s top financial educators is coming to Hilo to help Big Island residents save and invest for their future.
Geri Walsh is in charge of investor education for the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, a nonprofit organization authorized by Congress to protect America’s investors.
Walsh will conduct a free “Thinking Money: Smart Investing” workshop from 1-3 p.m. July 15 at the Aging and Disability Resource Center on Kinoole Street in Hilo. Lunch is included.
Topics covered include retirement savings, managing investment risk, evaluating performance and avoiding fraud.
The workshop is open to anyone of any age. Preregistration is required at www.aarp.cvent.com/money7-15 or by calling 1-877-926-8300.
Keikiland closing for maintenance
The Hawaii County Department of Parks and Recreation announces the temporary closure of Keikiland playground effective July 30 through Sept. 4 for resurfacing and repairs.
The project consists of resurfacing the playground safety surface with new synthetic turf safety surfacing, along with other repairs to the playground equipment area only. The playground equipment area will be blocked off with safety barricades during the project period.
The department thanks park users and the general public for their understanding and patience while work progresses to improve Keikiland.
For more information, call 961-8311.