Diapers to Diplomas: Saving and Paying for College - 3-hour workshop for parents. Financing a college education can be a daunting task. Understand how using 529 plans, Coverdell Education Savings accounts, Savings Bonds, Scholarships, Grants, Student Loans and Parent Plus Loans can help you meet the challenge. Thursday, July 29; 6:00 to 9:00 pm; $15 per household.

Financial Boot Camp for College Students - What do you need to know to successfully manage you money and reduce debt accumulation during your college years? Your money questions answered. Open to high school seniors and college students. Thursday, August 5; 7:00 - 9:00 pm at the CEC

Digging Out of Debt - Learn different ways to get a grip on your finances and develop a plan to help reduce your debt and increase your savings. September 30; 6:00 - 9:00 pm at the CEC; $10.

Pennsylvania: Your Money Matters - Financially stable households use credit wisely, take measures to protect their financial identity, keep records of financial accounts and other important papers, save regularly, and monitor spending. Learn financial lessons to establish or refine current money practices to meet everyday needs and to build wealth. Wednesday, October 6, 13 & 20 or November 3, 10, 17; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the CEC. $30.

Bankruptcy Education - Elk County Courthouse basement kitchen. Last Tuesday of every month; 2:00 pm to 4:00 Registration info: http://consumerissues.cas.psu.edu/bankruptcy.html

MoneyTalk for Women - Women live longer, earn less, have interupted work histories and invest conservatively leaving them subject to poverty in retirement. Learn positive steps you can take today to improve your financial future. Monday; October 4 thru November 1; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the CEC. $50 includes materials and workbook.

International Travel Tips - Free Worshop! A succesful trip overseas requires careful planning and consideration of other cultures and their customs. Learn what to expect, plan for the unexpected and how to make the most of your international trip. October 7; 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

VITA - Free Workshop! Trains volunteers on federal and state income tax law and tax preperation software enabling volunteers to pass three levels of IRS certification exams. VITA volunteers assist lower income families in their communities by providing free income tax preparation and e-0filing. Thursday, December 2, 9, 16; 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Registration is by first come basis, class size limits may apply. Registration deadline is one week prior to the first workshop. Checks are to be made payable to PSCE Elk County Program Funds and mailed to Elk County Cooperative Extension, Courthouse basement, 240 Main St., Ridgway, PA 15853. Questions call 814-776-5331 or e-mail: elkext@psu.edu.