The Business Resource and Innovation Center (BRIC) at the Free Library of Philadelphia supports entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and inventors at every stage, helping to improve their skills through individualized guidance in research, public programs, and curated print and digital resources. We create multiple entry points for those with ideas, plans, skills, and passions, enabling people to make fact-based decisions in order to fulfill their goals.
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Hours
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. |
| Thursday | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Friday | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Saturday | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
Upcoming Events
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Microsoft Excel Functions Employers Value: Virtual Full Circle Career Workshop
Tue, June 24, 2025
12:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Learn the Excel functions employers value: IF statements, VLOOKUP, TRIM, RIGHT and LEFT, plus a basic review of Basic Math (PEMDAS) for formula writing. To join, please register here . Zoom meeting information will be emailed upon registration. Full Circle Career Workshops are made possible in…
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PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance
Tue, June 24, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Meet with a Community Workforce Connector from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for one-on-one job search assistance. Get individualized support with résumé development, career counseling, and professional development workshops. Call 1-833-750-5627 to learn more! PA CareerLink®…
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Philly's Professional Development Day
Wed, June 25, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Parkway Central Library
Small businesses and career professionals are invited back to Philly’s Professional Development Day with the Free Library's Business Resource and Innovation Center. Join us on June 25, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. for the event hosted…
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*NEW DATE* Headshots at the BRIC!
Thu, June 26, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
*NO HEADSHOTS DURING THE MONTH OF JULY, HEADSHOTS WILL RESUME IN AUGUST* Get a FREE headshot photo taken at the Business Resource and Innovation Center! Headshots are a unique service for entrepreneurs, nonprofit professionals, job seekers, and more. Use your photo to enhance your…
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Blog Posts
Learn from Award-Winning Inventor Andrea Rose with Inventing to Win® Workshop
The Business Resource and Innovation Center is proud to welcome award-winning inventor, author, entrepreneur, and Philadelphia native Andrea Rose to the Free Library of Philadelphia on Saturday, May 3, at 1:30 p.m.… continue reading
By Jordan C. April 23, 2025
Resources for Displaced Federal Workers and Job Seekers
The Free Library Workplace Department provides programming and resources to help you through your job search or career transition. Here is a collection of resources from the Free Library and beyond for job-seeking support. Federal… continue reading
By Sandy M. April 1, 2025
Join the Entrepreneur Book Club
Most CEOs read four to five books a month — join their ranks! Every Fourth Saturday of the month, the Entrepreneur Book Club will discuss books focusing on starting, running, and enhancing business success, with titles… continue reading
By Lonnie J. February 3, 2025 2
Take Your Nonprofit to the Next Level This Giving Tuesday
Come celebrate Giving Tuesday at the Business Resource and Innovation Center (BRIC) in Parkway Central Library with this special event hosted by Michelle Snow on December 3, 2024. Following a powerful workshop helping nonprofit… continue reading
By Jordan C. November 26, 2024