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Strategies for Claiming Social Security Benefits

with Karen Chan
2026-06-04 18:30:00 2026-06-04 20:00:00 America/Chicago Strategies for Claiming Social Security Benefits Learn Social Security rules and strategies for singles and married couples, how other income can affect your Social Security benefits, and special options available to widows and widowers. St. Charles Public Library - Huntley Community Room

Thursday, June 04
6:30pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-04 18:30:00 2026-06-04 20:00:00 America/Chicago Strategies for Claiming Social Security Benefits Learn Social Security rules and strategies for singles and married couples, how other income can affect your Social Security benefits, and special options available to widows and widowers. St. Charles Public Library - Huntley Community Room

St. Charles Public Library

Huntley Community Room

Learn Social Security rules and strategies for singles and married couples, how other income can affect your Social Security benefits, and special options available to widows and widowers.

REGISTER

Join Karen Chan, CFP Emeritus, as she covers strategies for starting your Social Security benefits. It may be as simple as filling out a form, but there are many choices to make. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Programs |

TAGS: | Retirement | Personal Finance |

St. Charles Public Library
Phone: 630-584-0076 x1
Fax: 630-584-9262
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The award-winning St. Charles Public Library District is located in the scenic Fox River Valley, 35 miles west of Chicago. The Library serves a district population of 55,092 residents and has a staff of 101. The St. Charles Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.

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Strategies for Claiming Social Security Benefits - with Karen Chan
Thu, Jun 04, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
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Learn Social Security rules and strategies for singles and married couples, how other income can affect your Social Security benefits, and special options available to widows and widowers.
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