

Webinars & Events
A+FCU provides a number of free webinars & events for both credit union and community members.

Free Shred Day
Join us for a free Shred Day at the Georgetown Branch on Monday, October 13, 10 am – 1 pm or until trucks are full.
The following rules will be STRICTLY enforced:
- Limit of 4 regular-sized boxes (no larger than 24″ L x 20″ W × 20″ H) OR 5 grocery-sized bags (paper/ reusable bags) PER VEHICLE.
- Do not exit your vehicle. Event staff will take Items from your vehicle and return your boxes or bags to you.
- No walk-ups accepted.
- Personal materials only.
- Do not arrive before 10 am. Shredding will not begin earlier.
- It’s not necessary to remove staples. rubber bands, tape, adhesive labels. paper clips, or plastic tabs.
- Walt times are possible.
NOT ACCEPTED:
- Hard plastics
- Plastic bags
- Electronic media
- Binders or materials in metal prong fasteners, brass fasteners, or binder clips
- Bound materials such as spiral notebooks or books
- Business records
- Wet boxes/bags/materials

Guarding Against Scams & ID Theft
In today’s digital world, anyone can be targeted by a financial scam and the impact can be devastating. To protect your time and hard-earned money, it’s important to familiarize yourself with common schemes and discover ways to proactively reduce your risk of becoming a victim to scams and identity theft.
During this free webinar, we’ll discuss:
- Identifying red flags
- Tools that can help protect you
- Reporting fraud
- Navigating identity theft
When: October 15, 2025
Time: 6 – 7 pm

On-Demand Webinars
View our library of free, on-demand webinars. Topics include credit, getting out of debt, budgeting, and more.
BALANCE Webinars
BALANCE, our financial counseling partner, hosts free webinars each month. Registration is required.
October: Federal vs. Private Student Loans
This workshop explains key differences between federal and private student loans, and compares eligibility, interest rates, repayment plans and more.
Session 1: Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 12:30 pm CT
Session 2: Thursday, October 16, 2025, 7:30 pm CT
Octubre: liberando el poder del crédito
Esta sesión profundiza en los aspectos fundamentales del crédito, incluyendo las puntuaciones crediticias, los informes crediticios y sus efectos en tu bienestar financiero.
Sesión: Jueves 9 de octubre de 2025, 12:30 pm
November: Safeguarding Seniors
Learn about common tactics used by scammers, how to recognize the signs of financial abuse, and practical steps to take if you suspect someone you know is being exploited.
Session 1: Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 12:30 pm CT
Session 2: Thursday, November 13, 2025, 7:30 pm CT
December: Sleighing The Holiday Season
Learn budgeting strategies and tactics to avoid year-end credit card crunch and future debt traps.
Session 1: Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 12:30 pm CT
Session 2: Thursday, December 18, 2025, 7:30 pm CT
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