Wednesday, February 4, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Positioning for Business Success."
Mary F. Pisarkiewicz, Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Pisarkiewicz Mazur & Co, an internationally recognized, award- winning brand development and marketing communications firm, will speak about why brand positioning and branding are an essential foundation for business and/or product launch in the marketplace. You will learn about the value of branding and the beginning steps to differentiate your company from the competition in a way that will influence your potential customer to buy your products or services.

Tuesday, February 10, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Mutual Funds for Beginners."
Sponsored by the Financial Planning Association of New York.

Wednesday, February 11, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"How to Structure Your Small Business- Sole Proprietorship, Partnership, Corporation, or LLC."
Sponsored by the Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project, City Bar Justice Center.

Thursday, February 12, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Simplexity: Why Simple Things Become Complex (and How Complex Things Can Be Made Simple)."
Jeffrey Kluger, the Science Editor of Time magazine, will discuss his book about complexity science, how complex things can be more simple than they appear and simple things can be more complex than they appear. Mr. Kluger is also the co-author of the best seller, Lost Moon (1994), which became the Oscar-winning movie Apollo 13.

Wednesday, February 18, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Understanding the Foreclosure Market: How to Buy and Finance a"
Learn the secrets of finding, negotiating, and buying a foreclosure. Understand the special circumstances and differences between a standard Real Estate transaction and a Foreclosure purchase. The speaker has worked with dozens of foreclosure transactions in multiple states and will be sharing his experiences and advice. A presentation by Quentin J. Hardy, Home Mortgage Consultant, Stagecoach Priority Certified, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage.

Thursday, February 19, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"How to Start and Operate a Home-Based Business."
This program presented by the CAMBA Small Business Service will teach you what it takes to set up and operate a home-based business without a large capital requirement. Home based business models will also be discussed. Required reservations may be made by calling 212-592-7000, Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., or by email to siblreservations@nypl.org, starting January 20, 2009.

Tuesday, February 24, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Ten Things That You Can Do to Plan for a Secure Retirement."
Each generation in our society tends to put off planning for retirement. According to recent data, nearly half of all baby boomers list retirement as their primary financial concern. However, nearly two-thirds of these same baby boomers are expected to retire between now and 2013, leaving many with insufficient resources. Younger adults, though far from retirement, are saving only a fraction of what they will need. This seminar will benefit any age group, and will focus on ten essential steps that anyone can take to help prepare for a more secure retirement. Suzanne Matthews, Principal, Finance in Focus Co. Consulting.

Wednesday, February 25, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"When Giants Fall: An Economic Roadmap for the End of the American Era."
Michael Panzner, author of Financial Armageddon and 25-year Wall Street veteran, will discuss his vision of a dark and dangerous post-American world and the dramatic impact it will have on individuals, investors, and businesses.

Thursday, February 26, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Certified Financial Planner, Broker, or Money Manager – What’s the Difference?"
Discover the right questions to ask. Learn to perform your due diligence. Find out who could be the best fit for you. Sponsored by the Financial Planning Association of New York.

Tuesday, March 3, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Railway Electrification: Advantages and Costs."
Following a three year series on the 125 years of electric utility service, engineering historian and researcher Joseph Cunningham will present “Railway Electrification: Advantages and Costs,” a topic on which he has authored numerous articles and books. Electric propulsion of railways is often promoted as a means to increase capacity, reduce travel time and dependence on oil. It is not, however, a panacea for transportation problems. It is expensive, requires a total system wide investment, and is now impacted heavily by the volatile pricing of electric power supply more than at any time in the past. All of these issues and more will be explored in an overview of what has been done, what is in place, and the issues which will determine future strategies.

Thursday, March 5, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Self Promotion On-Line and Off."
A workshop presented by Ilise Benun, founder of Marketing Mentor, a Hoboken, NJ-based consulting firm and the author of 4 books including, Self Promotion Basics and Stop Pushing Me Around: A Workplace Guide for the Timid, Shy and Less Assertive.

Tuesday, March 10, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Fashion 101: How to Start Your Own Fashion Line in Today’s Market."
A presentation by Mercedes Gonzalez, Director, Global Purchasing Companies, a veteran of the garment industry who opened and restructured hundreds of stores.

Wednesday, March 11, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Happy About My Resume: 50 Tips for Building a Better Document to Secure a Brighter Future."
The author Barbara Safani, owner of Career Solvers, who has over twelve years of experience in career management, recruiting, executive coaching, and organizational development, will discuss the tips for creating a professional resume that will generate calls for interviews.

Thursday, March 12, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Tax Tips for Your 2009 Return"
Sponsored by the Financial Planning Association of New York.

Thursday, March 12, 2009, 6:00 PM to 7:45 PM
"The Whole-Food Guide to Strong Bones: A Holistic Approach."
SWINY (Science Writers in NY) has arranged for pioneering nutritionist Annemarie Colbin, PhD, whose latest book, The Whole-Food Guide to Strong Bones: A Holistic Approach, will be out in February, to discuss the essence of her approach to building and maintaining strong, healthy bones. It is an approach grounded in science that centers around the foods we eat—those that strengthen bones, those that are not bone-healthy—along with life-style issues. She explains why medication and estrogen therapy may not work as desired, and how the nutrients in whole foods build bone mass. Dr. Colbin teaches at Empire State College in New City, N. Y., and at Touro College and has led workshops all over the country. Dr. Mehmet Oz and Dr. Christiane Northrup are among the many who praise her work.

Thursday, March 12, 2009, 6:00 PM to 7:45 PM
"The Whole-Food Guide to Strong Bones: A Holistic Approach."
SWINY (Science Writers in NY) has arranged for pioneering nutritionist Annemarie Colbin, PhD, whose latest book, The Whole-Food Guide to Strong Bones: A Holistic Approach, will be out in February, to discuss the essence of her approach to building and maintaining strong, healthy bones. It is an approach grounded in science that centers around the foods we eat—those that strengthen bones, those that are not bone-healthy—along with life-style issues. She explains why medication and estrogen therapy may not work as desired, and how the nutrients in whole foods build bone mass. Dr. Colbin teaches at Empire State College in New City, N. Y., and at Touro College and has led workshops all over the country. Dr. Mehmet Oz and Dr. Christiane Northrup are among the many who praise her work.

Wednesday, March 18, 2009, 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
"Project Sunlight: Public Integrity and Information in New York State."
Freedom of Information Day will be observed at the Science, Industry and Business Library (SIBL) on March 18, in Conference Room 015, lower level. This year’s guest speaker is Rashmi Vasisht, who manages program development for the New York State Attorney General’s Intergovernmental and Community Affairs Bureau. She will discuss the Attorney General’s initiatives promoting New York citizens’ right to know and to monitor governmental decision-making. Established by a Congressional Joint Resolution in 1989, Freedom of Information Day is held on or near March 16, the birthday of James Madison, fourth President of the United States and primary architect of the Bill of Rights. The observance underscores the importance of freedom of the press, speech, information, and the public’s right to know. Reservations may be made by calling 212-592-7000 (Option 3), Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., or by email to siblreservations@nypl.org, starting March 4, 2009. Walk-ins will also be welcome as space permits

Wednesday, March 18, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Bird Flu: A Virus of Our Own Hatching."
Leading public health authorities now predict as inevitable a pandemic of influenza, triggered by bird flu and expected to lead to millions of deaths around the globe. The influenza virus has existed for millions of years as an innocuous intestinal virus of wild ducks. What turned a harmless waterborne duck virus into a killer? In an engaging multimedia presentation, Dr. Michael Greger traces the human role in the evolution of this virus. In the face of the coming pandemic, Dr. Greger reveals what we can do to protect our families and what society can do to reduce the likelihood of such potential catastrophes in the future. A graduate of the Cornell University School of Agriculture and the Tufts University School of Medicine, Michael Greger, M.D., serves as Director of Public Health and Animal Agriculture at The Humane Society of the United States

Thursday, March 19, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Your Legal Rights as a Tenant or Landlord."
Whether you rent an apartment, own or manage a building, you need to know your legal rights. Items to be addressed will include: Illegal lock-outs and evictions; Major capital improvements and rent increases; Rent overcharges; and difficult tenants/landlords. Presented by Lisa Brier Urban, one of New York City's top residential real estate attorneys. A partner at Breier Deutschmeister Urban & Fromme, Lisa is often quoted in top media such as The New York Times, The New York Sun, Bankrate.com, CNBC.com, WNBC and WNYC Radio, on real estate issues.

Tuesday, March 24, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Theater Techniques to Help You Persuade and Inspire Your Business Listeners -- In the Office, Boardroom, Courtroom, or Media."
Maria will show you how you can apply techniques that actors use in order to deliver your business message with poise, passion, and persuasive power. Learn how to inspire belief in the minds and hearts of your clients, prospects, and colleagues -- to sell more of your ideas, products, and services. Maria Guida, founder of Successful Speaker, Inc., has improved performance at some of the world's premier organizations, including UBS, JPMorgan Chase, NYSE Euronext, Shearman & Sterling, and Moody's Investors Service. As a university professor, she taught presentation skills to business professionals and Ph.D. candidates from the U.S. and abroad. For fifteen years, Maria worked as a professional actor on Broadway and television and was a principle spokesperson on national TV commercials. Reservations may be made by calling 212-592-7000 (Option 3), Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., or by email to siblreservations@nypl.org, starting March 10, 2009.

Wednesday, March 25, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"The Key to a Dream Retirement."
Sponsored by the Financial Planning Association of New York.

Thursday, March 26, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Superdove: How the Pigeon Took Manhattan … and the World."
Courtney Humphries, a science writer, will discuss her book about the natural history of the pigeon, from the dovecotes of ancient Egypt to the cities of the world.

Tuesday, March 31, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"From Ideas to Products in Production."
The methods and tools available for inventors of consumer products. Mr. Richardson is an Industrial Designer and New Product Development consultant with over 30 years of experience developing new products for corporations and entrepreneurs, including an award winning product for Miller Brewing and a kitchen gadget that sold millions in the first year. His talk will explain the development process from concept origination through various stages of prototype development, making samples for sales presentations and designing for commercialization. He will explain the tools available such as 3 Dimensional modeling, stereolithography prototyping, and will show examples of products developed using these and other prototyping methods. His past projects for entrepreneurs and corporate clients can be viewed at www.richardson-assoc.com Business & Industry Information

Wednesday, April 1, 2009, 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
"THE Tunnel Project: Construction of the New Trans-Hudson Express (THE) Tunnel."
Presented by Arthur D. Silber, Chief, THE Tunnel Project. This program is related to the exhibition “The Future Beneath Us: Eight Great Projects Under New York,” February 15 to July 5, 2009, sponsored by the Science, Industry and Business Library and the New York Transit Museum.

Thursday, April 2, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Why Green Buildings Use Extra Energy, and What We Can Do About It."
Henry Gifford’s recent discovery that the best available data show that LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) rated green buildings use 29% more energy than comparable buildings has stirred up a lively debate about what went wrong to produce such dismal performance, and what can be done to improve building energy efficiency in the USA. Henry Gifford, EastSide Energy Company, started buying apartment houses in Manhattan when he was twenty, and wondered why one building burned four times as much fuel as another. This led him to spend many years in the business of improving apartment house energy efficiency, and he now works on designing mechanical systems for very energy efficient buildings.

Tuesday, April 7, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Women and Money."
A presentation by Elisa Burton, CFP. Developing a roadmap for a luxurious lifestyle; Creating a realistic retirement budget; Evaluating your income sources including social security, pensions, and personal savings; Managing your assets as you approach retirement with 30, 15, and years to go. Sponsored by the Financial Planning Association of New York.

Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Grow Your Business with a Website!"
Join WIBO for a discussion on: the benefits of developing a website for your business; determining what to include on your website; how to drive traffic to your website; affordable online marketing techniques your business image. Guest Speaker: Ramon Gil, Creative/ Managing Director, Fresh Concentrate LLC. RSVP required. Contact Natalie at nbush@wibo.org or 212-684-0854 x0538.

Tuesday, April 14, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Listening: The Key to Effective Selling."
Successful salespeople know that the way to close more sales is to listen. Join Roni Abrams, a nationally recognized speaker, author, and communications strategist as she conducts a workshop on effective selling. You will discover how to listen to yourself and others, turn no into yes, shift prospect resistance into sales and increase business through effective communications. Ms. Abrams is the president of Roni Abrams Associates, a training and management consulting firm specializing in interpersonal communications, sales, and networking.

Thursday, April 16, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Optimizing Your Budget and Cashflow."
A presentation by Clare Stenstrom, CFP Bourne Stenstrom Capital Management. Inc. Sponsored by the Financial Planning Association of New York.

Tuesday, April 28, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"How to Transition Your eBay® Hobby into a Thriving Business."
Take advantage of the 300 million people in the eBay marketplace to turn your hobby into a profitable business. Whether you do eBay full-time or part-time, learn to work smart to maximize your sales efforts, minimize your taxes, and avoid trouble. A presentation by Barbara Weltman, a noted small business and eBay expert.

Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"The Art and Engineering of Central Park’s Bridges."
Satinder P. S. Puri, Consulting Structural Engineer, in an illustrated lecture, will discuss the 44 bridges in Central Park, focusing on how the architecture and decorative features on the bridges has enhanced the visual experience of walking in Central Park. He will also mention artists like Edward Hopper and Maurice Prendergast who used these bridges as subjects in their artwork and describe the engineering aspects of the bridges.

Thursday, April 30, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Free Money for Your Business."
This program presented by the CAMBA Small Business Services will explain how to search and apply for grant funding that is available to entrepreneurs and small business owners free from the government, non-governmental organizations, and private institutions. The grant amount may range from $5,000 up to some in the six figures and none have to be paid back. Required reservations may be made by calling 212-592-7000 Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., or by e-mail to siblereservationsf@nypl.org, starting April 16, 2009.

Tuesday, May 5, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"International Pioneers of Electric Service"
Presentations over the past three years by engineering historian Joseph Cunningham on 125 years of electric power service in New York City have focused primarily on inventors and researchers in the United States as most developments originated in the Northeast. There was, however, substantial parallel development pursued in Europe, primarily in England, Germany, and Switzerland. In this presentation, he will review significant developers in Europe which influenced, made major contributions, and on occasion, even partnered with U.S. promoters. Among the primary figures discussed will be Joseph Swan, Sebastian Ferrante, Ernst Werner von Siemens, Guido Panteleone and the Swiss team of Brown and Boveri. That interchange of knowledge and research aided development but also encouraged competition which produced further advance to the field.

Wednesday, May 6, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
"Business Start-up 101: How to Build a Solid Foundation for Your Start-up"
This seminar will provide valuable information to entrepreneurs starting a new business. Topics covered include: Start-up financing; how much is needed; Raising funds from friends & family, angel networks and lenders; Preparing a business plan; why is it needed; what should it say? What legal structure to use (i.e. C-Corp, S-Corp, LLC); Financial statements; what are they? why are they needed? Break even analysis; how much do you need to sell and at what price? Cash flow projections; how much cash is needed to pay bills over the next 2 weeks and 12 months? Using QuickBooks for basic bookkeeping and accounting. The seminar will be presented by Lain Gutierrez, a Corporate Finance professional with 20 years experience in raising capital and advising clients on financial matters. He spent most of his career as a Banker arranging equipment and asset financings for clients.

Thursday, May 7, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Optimizing Your 401(k)"
A presentation by Rob Wander, MBA, CFP, Wander Financial Services, LLC. Sponsored by the Financial Planning Association of New York.

Tuesday, May 12, 2009, 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
"Use the Clues of Your Personality to Find a Lifetime of Gratifying Work and Success"
65% of Americans express dissatisfaction with their work. Career Match is a one-of-a-kind framework that will help you use the code of your personality to fast forward success. Join Shoya Zichy, author of Career Match: Connecting Who You Are with What You’ll Love to Do and a past president of the Myers Briggs Association, for a unique interactive session to define your personality group and its implications for your career success. You will take a self-scoring assessment and join others in exercises to learn about your: ideal work environment and boss; natural work-related strengths and potential blind spots; your entrepreneurial style; approach to money and salary negotiation; interviewing strengths; job search tips, and more. Required reservations may be made by calling 212-592-7000, Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., or by email to siblreservations@nypl.org, starting April 28, 2009.

Wednesday, May 13, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
"Understanding the Foreclosure Market: How to Buy and Finance a"
Learn the secrets of finding, negotiating, and buying a foreclosure. Understand the special circumstances and differences between a standard Real Estate transaction and a Foreclosure purchase. The speaker has worked with dozens of foreclosure transactions in multiple states and will be sharing his experiences and advice. A presentation by Quentin J. Hardy, Home Mortgage Consultant, Stagecoach Priority Certified, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage.

Thursday, May 14, 2009, 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
"Create Your Website and Internet Marketing"
Publishing a website doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive. Get the inside track at this workshop, presented by CAMBA Small Business Services, on free or low-cost methods to build a professional site for your business. Learn what makes a great small business website and how you can promote it,
Required reservations may be made by calling 212-592-7000, Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., or by email to siblreservations@nypl.org, starting April 30, 2009.