Office Hours: Penn Law Intellectual Property Clinic

Mon, March 25, 2019 5:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center at Parkway Central Library

Got a question to ask a lawyer?   Entrepreneurs, nonprofit directors, artists and inventors: you can reserve an appointment to attend free consultations with the Penn Law Intellectual Property Clinic .  Student Counselors (together with their…

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Breaking Barriers: Sustainable Employment for Women

Wed, March 27, 2019 5:30 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center at Parkway Central Library

Breaking Barriers turns the job seeker event upside down! Instead of employers exhibiting their organizations, this event will empower women to break down the business practices that are creating inequities for women job seekers and to speak about their strengths as potential…

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Expert Office Hours: Grant Writing

Wed, April 10, 2019 11:30 A.M.
Regional Foundation Center at Parkway Central Library

The Regional Foundation Center is pleased to offer Expert Office Hours with Volunteer Executive Consultants (VEC) from  RSVP . On the second Wednesday of each month, VECs will be available for 45-minute management one-on-one consulting sessions to assist you with a project or goal…

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Resume Review

Fri, April 12, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center at Parkway Central Library

Stop by the Business Resource and Innovation Center (BRIC) between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. to have your resume reviewed by a hiring manager with over two decades of experience hiring, firing, and managing employees.  No registration is required! You will be seen on a first-come…

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Headshots at the BRIC!

Fri, April 12, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center at Parkway Central Library

Get a FREE headshot photo taken at the Business Resource and Innovation Center (BRIC)! Headshots are a new service for entrepreneurs, nonprofit professionals, job seekers, and more! Use your photo to enhance your professional portfolio and make your LinkedIn profile stand out among the…

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Pitch Corner Open Hours

Fri, April 12, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center at Parkway Central Library

Do you need to polish your pitch? The Pitch Corner is a tool for entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and job seekers. It is a semi-private space in the Business Resource and Innovation Center (BRIC) at Parkway Central Library where you can practice and record your pitch in front of a video camera. The…

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2019 Family Fest

Sat, April 13, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

Join the Free Library of Philadelphia for the annual Family Fest , a fun-filled, family-friendly evening! This very special fundraising event at the Parkway Central Library supports the Free Library while giving children and families a unique experience in the iconic Beaux-Arts building.…

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Lunch & Learn: Networking & LinkedIn

Thu, April 18, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center at Parkway Central Library

Up your networking game! Some computers will be available for hands-on practice but we strongly encourage you to bring your own (fully-charged) laptop, tablet, or mobile device. A Free Library library card is required to access wifi. All sessions are free but registration is…

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Being a Better Board Member: Nonprofit Governance Training

Tue, April 23, 2019 5:30 P.M.
Regional Foundation Center at Parkway Central Library

What are your obligations and proper roles when serving as a member of the governing Board of a charitable entity? How can you best assist with strategic decision-making and support the CEO in taking calculated risks? How do Boards of different sizes work together well to effect necessary…

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Good Talk! Accelerating Board Diversity

Wed, April 24, 2019 9:00 A.M.
Regional Foundation Center at Parkway Central Library

Studies show that diverse boards are more successful, and many nonprofit leaders recognize the need to bring a variety of voices into the conversation. So why are so many boards still struggling to diversify their ranks? Change is needed, and it's needed now. We've gathered an…

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Lunch & Learn: Get Ready to Code

Thu, May 16, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center at Parkway Central Library

Have you always wanted to learn how to code but felt a little overwhelmed? You're not alone! Learn HTML basics together by working through Codeacademy lessons in a friendly, judgement free environment! Some computers will be available for hands-on practice but we strongly…

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Lunch & Learn: Online Learning

Thu, June 20, 2019 12:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center at Parkway Central Library

Are you interested in learning new skill, brushing up on old skills, or earning a certificate - for FREE? Join us to learn about the Free Library's robust online learning platforms! Some computers will be available for hands-on practice but we strongly encourage you to bring your…

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