Many, many workshops have been organized for homeowners facing foreclosure. Now there's an event for renters interested in avoiding eviction.

The University of Maryland Extension is holding its Eviction Prevention Seminar this Wednesday -- June 23 -- from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at New Shiloh Baptist Church, 2100 N. Monroe St. in Baltimore.

The extension will talk about budgeting to allow for savings and avoid eviction. The Public Justice Center will offer information about legal service rights and foreclosure issues for tenants (because tenants can feel the ripple effects of foreclosure). And Baltimore Gas & Electric Co. will hold a workshop on saving money by conserving energy.

To register, call the extension at 410-856-1850 or email MElonge@umd.edu.

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