7 Tips to Prevent Tax ID Fraud

Identity thieves look for every opportunity to steal your personal information. Consumers should be on high alert, especially during tax season, and take every step they can to protect their personal and financial information. The following are tips to help consumers prevent tax ID fraud. Read more.

Slow Cooker Hearty Vegetable and Bean Soup

If you've set a healthy eating new year's resolution, then this vegetable soup is for you. And there's nothing better than coming home after a long day and dinner is waiting in the slow cooker. View recipe here.

7 Smart Things to Do with Your Tax Return

What's not to love about receiving money? It's why millions and millions of people play the lottery each year. And while most won't be lucky enough to win the jackpot, they may very well receive money in a far more common way — getting a tax refund. Read more.

Community Connection – Updates and Events to Serve You

Upcoming Financial Education Classes
Join us at the following free financial seminars. Visit chelseagroton.com/CommunityEducation for more details and the most up-to-date class schedule:

• Budgeting Basics: Thursday, 1/26 at 5:30 p.m. at Chelsea Groton Bank Lending Center in Glastonbury; Saturday, 2/25 at 9:00 a.m. at New London Adult Education, Shaw’s Cove #3.
• Financial Fitness: Monday, 1/30 at 5:30 p.m. at the Groton Public Library.
• Reverse Mortgage Seminar: Thursday, 2/23 at 5:30 p.m. at Chelsea Groton Bank Lending Center in Glastonbury.

Children's Valentine's Day Party
Stop by Chelsea Groton's North Stonington branch (391 Norwich Westerly Road, Holly Green Plaza) on Saturday, February 11 from 12:30 – 2:00 p.m. for sweet treats and an opportunity for kids to make their own valentines. We'll provide all supplies at this free event.