Port Townsend Marine Science Center::Education Programs

The PTMSC presents an estate planning seminar—Do Well By Doing Good

For Immediate Release – May 7, 2008

Contact: Christina Pivarnik, Marketing

Port Townsend Marine Science Center

On Thursday, May 22nd, from 5-7 p.m., the Port Townsend Marine Science Center (PTMSC) will present a seminar entitled, “Do Well By Doing Good—Estate Planning for You, Your Family and Your Community.” It will be located in the Natural History Exhibit at Fort Worden State park.

“This seminar offers an excellent opportunity to learn how to make an estate plan that will benefit you, your loved ones, and the organizations you support,” said Anne Murphy, executive director for the PTMSC. “This is an ‘education only’ seminar and no one will be solicited in any way, nor will any particular funds or methods be promoted. Members of other non-profit organizations, as well as anyone thinking about estate planning, are encouraged to attend.”

When someone takes time to put together a good estate plan, they will have the best benefit of all. Learn what to include in a will, how to avoid probate and about several different giving options. Estate plans can also be an important lasting legacy for the non-profit organization(s) of one’s choice, after providing for family and friends.

The seminar will be conducted by: Stephen C. Moriarty, Attorney at Law, specialist in estate planning with Platt & Irwin law firm; Betty A. Abersold, Registered Representative, Mutual Service Corp., member SIPC & FINRA, Registered Investment Advisor; and John Mackey, CPA with the firm of Gooding, O’Hara and Mackey.

These professionals will present advice for creating an estate plan and answer questions about charitable trusts, bequests, tax deductions for charitable gifts and the best options for benefiting both heirs and well-loved organizations.

Please call the PTMSC office at 360.385.5582 ext. 101 with any questions or to RSVP. Refreshments will be offered at 4:30 p.m.

The Port Townsend Marine Science Center is devoted to understanding, preserving and teaching about our marine and shoreline environment as guardians for a sustainable future. Located on the beach at Fort Worden State Park, the PTMSC offers two public exhibits: the Marine Exhibit (ME) features large touch pools and aquaria, and the Natural History Exhibit (NHE) highlights the rich zone where land meets sea. Both exhibits are open Friday, Saturday and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for youth and free to PTMSC members. The PTMSC also offers a wide variety of educational programs and special events. For more information, call 360.385.5582, e-mail info@ptmsc.org or visit www.ptmsc.org.