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Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 3:09 PM

College Savings Workshop

College Savings Workshop
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The Nevada Treasury welcomes everyone with a potential college bound kid to attend a productive workshop on how to SAVE for the blessed event! 

 

April 20th, at the White Pine County Library from 6-7pm. 

 

Hear about tips to save; planning for the unexpected; and learn about state resources available.   

Author: Shadrach Robertson
Upload date: 04/08/2026 04:56 PM
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Event ID: 452
950 Campton Street Ely, Nevada White Pine County Library
Organizer: Nevada Treasury
Date and time: 04/20/2026
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