We have had a banner year when it comes to stock market growth but it’s not always going to be going UP. Financial Principal Gary Lucas with United Financial Services says a lot of people don’t plan for that, nor do they really think about retirement until it’s right around the corner. http://UFSTeam.org.

For the third year in a row, United Way of Central New York is collecting new personal care items for individuals and families that local agencies will give out throughout the year. Shavel Edwards is in charge of the Care Package Project. http://unitedway-cny.org

The North Area Meals on Wheels is currently looking for volunteers to help stuff their blizzard packs for clients, as well as cooks and delivery people. Jennifer Covert is their Program Director. http://NAMOW.org

Charity for Children is juicing up their Fall fundraiser by holding a Dinner Dance on Saturday, November 11th filled with dinner, dancing and great music. Nina Albino is their Founder and Executive Director. https://www.facebook.com/CharityForChildrenCNY/