Free events and programs offered all summer at local community center
Flint, MI – Communities First, Inc., a local nonprofit, has big plans for summer programs at the Community Enrichment Center. Recently redeveloped, the Community Enrichment Center (formerly the Christ Enrichment Center) is located at 322 E. Hamilton Avenue, Flint, MI, 48505. These renovations make it possible to host events and free classes in the multi-story community space all summer long.
“We are excited to provide summer programs at the Community Enrichment Center,” said Glenn Wilson, CEO of Communities First, Inc.
Wilson added: “The CEC stands as a gathering point for our community by offering free programs highlighting the importance of financial literacy that assist families with wealth building and more. This truly fulfills our mission of building healthy, vibrant communities.”
See below for the free upcoming opportunities offered at the Community Enrichment Center this summer and how to register to attend:
Community Candor – In-Person Financial Education Series
Every through August 15th
5:00pm – 6:00pm
Learn from experts from PNC Bank and Communities First, Inc. as they cover topics such as saving for college, building credit, and more! To register for this free program, visit the link at tinyurl.com/PNCSeries
See the class schedule for Community Candor below:
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Thursday, July 18th – Building Credit
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Thursday, July 25th – Access to Capital
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Thursday, August 1st – Banking 101
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Thursday, August 8th – Identity Theft
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Thursday, August 15th – Retirement Planning
Cooking Classes – The Learning Kitchen
Every Tuesday through July 30th
5:30pm – 7:00pm
Free classes at the Learning Kitchen include weekly recipe tasting, weekly nutrition topics, giveaways, and more! This interactive class is held in partnership with the Greater Flint Health Coalition and the Commit to Fit initiative. Call (810) 232-2228 to register.
Adult Learning Center @ The Community Enrichment Center– A Free Tutoring Service
Schedule Anytime!
Adult Learning Center @ The Community Enrichment Center (ALC @ CEC) offers adult tutoring topics at all levels! Examples of tutoring services include refresher education courses, GED preparation, literacy lessons, and more. These free sessions can be scheduled anytime. To sign up for a tutoring session, email Ashley Strozier at astrozier@communitiesfirstinc.org or call 810) 422 –5358 ext. 1010.
If you’re someone who enjoys helping others learn, the Adult Learning Center is also looking for tutors! Communities First, Inc. Will provide tutors with training, and tutors must volunteer one hour per week minimum. To become a tutor call Ashley Strozier at (810) 422-5358 ext. 1010.
This program is hosted in partnership with the Flint and Genesee Literacy Network and the Genesee County Literacy Coalition.
About Communities First, Inc. (CFI)
Communities First, Inc. is a nonprofit Community Development Corporation. Headquartered in Flint, CFI serves over 35,000 community members across Michigan and Indiana. CFI’s mission is to build healthy, vibrant communities through economic development, affordable housing, and innovative programming. More information about Communities First, Inc. can be found at www.communitiesfirstinc.org.
