Jane Arata, an Enforcement Attorney with the Ohio Department of Commerce’s Division of Securities, will discuss the basics of saving and investing at Eastlake Elementary School, 35200 Stevens Boulevard, Eastlake on Tuesday, April 18. She will begin her presentations at 10 a.m., 10:45 a.m. and 12:15 p.m.

Governor Bob Taft has proclaimed April to be Saving and Investing Education Month in the State of Ohio. This observance month, which is part of a national investor education campaign, is designed to encourage consumers to save, invest wisely, and protect themselves against fraudulent schemes.

Ms. Arata will discuss the basics of saving and investing, especially as it applies to young Ohioans.

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The Ohio Department of Commerce's Division of Securities is responsible for protecting investors from unfair and fraudulent practices in the securities industry. The Division promotes an honest and fair securities market in Ohio where individuals and businesses can raise capital and investors can expect a fair return on their investment. Other Commerce divisions enforce regulations regarding industrial compliance, financial institutions, real estate, liquor, auctioneers, and unclaimed funds, among others. The department's Internet address is www.com.state.oh.us