Welcome to NYPL Now, a biweekly update on events happening during the next two weeks at the Library. With 92 locations across New York City, a lot is happening at The New York Public Library. We're highlighting some of our events—including author talks, free classes, community art shows, performances, concerts, and exhibitions—and you can always find more at nypl.org/events. We look forward to seeing you at the Library.

CEO Series: This series of speakers, hosted by the Science, Industry, and Business Library, features esteemed CEOs in a variety of industries  who are also acclaimed authors and speakers in their own right. Attend a free lecture by altMBA founder Seth Godin, networking and people skills expert Dave Kerpen, or entrepreneurial expert Marie Forleo. Tuesdays, September 20, September 27, and October 4, at 6 PM; Science, Industry and Business Library.

LIVE from the NYPL: Nicholson Baker and Katherine Lanpher: Join us for an illuminating talk on the state of public education today at our next LIVE from the NYPL event. In Substitute: Going to School With a Thousand Kids, Nicholson Baker embeds himself in an ordinary public school district and transforms each classroom’s daily events—overdue assignments, lesson plans, time-outs—into an elegant and compelling examination of education in America. On the LIVE stage, Baker will be joined by prizewinning journalist and veteran interviewer Katherine Lanpher. Tuesday, September 20, 2016, at 7 PM; Stephen A. Schwarzman Building.

Resume Workshop: If you're having trouble writing, formatting, or editing your resume, you can get help at the Sedgwick Library resume workshop before passing your resume on to a potential employer. Make sure you have a digital draft of your resume (either in your email, or on a USB drive) to bring to the library to get your document edited properly and professionally. Wednesdays, September 21 and September 28, at 11 AM; Sedgwick Library.

The Thalia Follies Return: A Tribute to Isaiah Sheffer's Political Cabaret: For ten seasons, Isaiah Sheffer's political cabaret, "The Thalia Follies," entertained and provoked New York’s Upper West Side audiences with songs and skits that were irreverent, erudite, and acerbic, ranging from the wacky to the unexpectedly moving. In a tribute to Sheffer, longtime Follies' producer and writer Martin Sage presents an evening of "Thalia Follies" memories, songs, and sketches, featuring writer Calvin Trillin, jazz legend Jay Leonhart, and Thalia Follies cast members Ivy Austin, David Buskin, Mary Brienza, Sidney J. Burgoyne, Natalie Douglas, Kathryn Markey, and Eric Poindexter. Thursday, September 22, at 6 PM; Library for the Performing Arts.

Free English Classes Information Session: The Library offers free English classes for adult students at over 40 libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, and the fall series of classes begins soon. Classes are offered for non-native English speakers who want to learn English as a second language, as well as for students who already speak English but want to improve listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Registration is required. To register, prospective students must attend an information session. You can find a list of upcoming information sessions here.

Financial Planning Day: The Science, Industry, and Business Library is hosting their annual Financial Planning Day, with classes all day in investing, healthcare, resume writing, tax planning, and much, much more. Workshops on valuable business and financial databases will also be offered, as well as free sessions with financial counselors on a variety of topics. Friday, September 23, at 10 AM; Science, Industry, and Business Library.

Inclusivity and Indie Authors: The Case for Comm unity-based Publishing: Zetta Elliott, an independent author who publishes under her imprint Rosetta Press, discusses the importance of community-based publishing in a landscape increasingly dominated by large publishing houses, which fail to represent diverse perspectives. Authors of color who are excluded from the traditional publishing industry are increasingly turning to self-publishing, which in turn generates more stories for those who have been marginalized or misrepresented in mainstream literature. Monday, September 26, at 6:30 PM; Mid-Manhattan Library.

The Dark World of Light: Join us for a conversation between acclaimed artist Karen Gunderson and critic and art historian Michael Brenson, in celebration of the publication of Karen Gunderson: The Dark World of Light. Widely collected in Hollywood and New York, Gunderson is best known for her work since the 1980's, when she transitioned from painting in color to working only in shades of black. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing after the event. Wednesday, September 28, at 6 PM; 53rd Street Library.

Between the Lines: Kia Corthron and Margo Jefferson: Playwright and The Wire writer Kia Corthron will discuss her new book, The Castle Cross the Magnet Carter, with former New York Times theater critic Margo Jefferson at the Schomburg Center. Corthron's book tells a sweeping story of American history from 1941 to the 21st century through the lives of four men—two white brothers from rural Alabama and two black brothers from small town Maryland—whose journey culminates in an explosive and devastating encounter between the two families. Wednesday, September 28, at 6:30 PM; Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture.

Resource and Career Fair for Entrepreneurial Performing Artists: An informational fair about the latest programs and resources available for performing artists is taking place at the Science, Industry, and Business Library. Take this opportunity to talk to organizations from across the New York metro area about how you can get help with your small business, production, or artistic endeavor. Friday, September 30, at 10 AM; Science, Industry, and Business Library.

Want NYPL Now in your inbox? Sign up for our biweekly e-newsletter and get even more updates on what's happening at the Library. Plus, you can follow us on Facebook or Twitter.

Note: Visit nypl.org/events or call ahead for the latest information, as programs and hours are subject to change or cancellation.