Events

The Library is here to help you learn and connect with your community through our wide array of free events, programs, classes, book clubs, and more. Please check listings to confirm if a program is in-person, online, or outdoors.

If you have any questions about the events listed below, please contact the branch for more information. See here for service updates at the Library.

Discover our wide array of free online events.

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72 events found.

Date/TimeTitle/DescriptionLocationAudience
Wed, April 3
@ 3 PM
Careers, Jobs, Small Business Seminars
**This event will be online only** Join us for an inspiring conversation that empowers you to make a difference through your investment decisions! Navigating sustainability discussions has often been challenging, marked by misconceptions like the stigma of greenwashing and the belief that sustainable investments yield lesser returns compared to the more lucrative oil & gas sector. In an effort to debunk these myths, we invite you to join our engaging fireside chat hosted by Meifan Shi, M…
ONLINE - Details will be emailed upon registrationAdults,

Businesspeople
Thu, April 4
@ 3 PM
Careers, Jobs, Small Business Seminars
Factiva provides access to content from more than 20,000 news sources, including newspapers, TV transcripts, newswires, and business magazines. Learn how to use Factiva to research current information on companies, industries, and financial markets. **This event will be online only** ONLINE - Details will be emailed upon registration Click here to register. Registration for this event is through Eventbrite. Click here to view Eventbrite's Privacy Policy.
ONLINE - Details will be emailed upon registrationBusinesspeople,

Job Seekers
Fri, April 5
@ 1 PM
Money Matters
* This event is online only * This class provides an introduction to the world of investing, including why you should be an investor and different types of investments and their uses. Learn how to recognize the potential risks and rewards of different investments. Click here to register. Registration for this event is through Eventbrite. Click here to view Eventbrite's Privacy Policy.
ONLINE - Details will be emailed upon registrationAdults,

Businesspeople
Tue, April 9
@ 3 PM
*This event is onsite only.* IBISWorld is the largest collection of industry and market research including specialized industries for small business research. Mintel is a collection of market research reports on hundreds of segments of the US market. This program will be held onsite, 5th Floor Room 504. *In-Person* Click here to register. Registration for this event is through Eventbrite. Click here to view Eventbrite's Privacy Policy.
This program will be held onsite, 5th Floor Room 504. Businesspeople,

Job Seekers
Tue, April 9
@ 6 PM
Careers, Jobs, Small Business Seminars
**In-person, small-group, coaching workshop** These sessions are a rare chance to enhance your storytelling and public speaking skills under Tihanna Louise’s direct supervision, ensuring personalized feedback and support. However, availability is strictly limited to a small group of people to guarantee that each participant receives the attention they deserve. If you’re committed to attending in person and eager to make the most of this unique educational experience, please secure your spot no…
Thomas Yoseloff Business Center at SNFLAdults,

Businesspeople
Tue, April 9
@ 6:30 PM
Careers, Jobs, Small Business Seminars
**This event will be online only** Are you an entrepreneur looking for the chance to launch your business? Then don’t miss out on the New York StartUP! 2024 Business Plan Competition! The competition provides an opportunity for inspiring and innovative entrepreneurs to take their ideas and turn them into reality with access to Library resources, mentorship, and the chance to win one of three prizes: 1st Place: $15,000, 2nd Place: $10,000, and 3rd Place $7,500. Register for an orientation…
ONLINE - Details will be emailed upon registrationAdults,

Businesspeople
Wed, April 10
@ 12 PM
Money Matters
"This event will be online only" This webinar on college funding and planning explains: • The importance of the FAFSA form and what it means to families. • How to appeal to the school of your choice to receive more free money (grants and scholarships.) • What steps to take if you have lost employment or are or are divorced. • What the new tax laws mean to your family (Hope Credit, Lifetime Learning Credit, etc.) • How a PRIVATE SCHOOL can cost less than a STATE SCHOOL. • New…
ONLINE - Details will be emailed upon registrationAdults,

50+,

Businesspeople
Thu, April 11
@ 12 PM
Careers, Jobs, Small Business Seminars
**This event will be online only** Join Diane DiResta and Marc W. Halpert, colleagues for over 20 years, for an unscripted conversation on how to show up powerfully as an entrepreneur. The discussion includes: How do you show up best to make an impression in the business world? How can you sound best to win clients or professional colleagues and sell your ideas? Would you contact YOURSELF to do business based on your social media profile? Would you buy from you? Would you rebuy from you…
ONLINE - Details will be emailed upon registrationAdults,

Businesspeople
Thu, April 11
@ 3 PM
Money Matters
**This event will be online only** This class is part 2 of a two-part series. Learn how to use Capital IQ's screening capabilities to generate lists of financial data. Using S & P Capital IQ, you can customize screens to generate lists of companies, PE investments, stocks and bonds, and more, based on specific criteria you pre-select. Click here to register. Registration for this event is through Eventbrite. Click here to view Eventbrite's Privacy Policy.
ONLINE - Details will be emailed upon registrationAdults,

Businesspeople,

Job Seekers
Fri, April 12
@ 1 PM
Money Matters
**This event will be online only** Mergent Intellect offers information on more than 100 million private US, Canadian and global businesses, more than 6000 US public companies, and over 200 million residents and local businesses. First Research provides industry reports. Key Business Ratios provides competitive benchmarking data to help you examine the financial soundness of a company. Learn how to search Mergent Intellect, Mergent First Research, and Mergent Key Business Ratios. Click here to…
ONLINE - Details will be emailed upon registrationAdults,

Businesspeople
Tue, April 16
@ 3 PM
Money Matters
**In-Person Only** This program will be held onsite, 5th Floor - Room 504 Learn the basics of mutual funds, what they are and how they work. Topics covered include net asset value, distributions, and tax implications, as well as ETFs and REITs. Click here to register Registration for this event is through Eventbrite. Click here to view Eventbrite's Privacy Policy.
This program will be held onsite, 5th Floor - Room 504Adults,

Businesspeople
Tue, April 16
@ 6:30 PM
Careers, Jobs, Small Business Seminars
**This event will be online only** Are you an entrepreneur looking for the chance to launch your business? Then don’t miss out on the New York StartUP! 2024 Business Plan Competition! The competition provides an opportunity for inspiring and innovative entrepreneurs to take their ideas and turn them into reality with access to Library resources, mentorship, and the chance to win one of three prizes: 1st Place: $15,000, 2nd Place: $10,000, and 3rd Place $7,500. Register for an orientation…
ONLINE - Details will be emailed upon registrationAdults,

Businesspeople
Wed, April 17
@ 3 PM
Careers, Jobs, Small Business Seminars
**This event will be online only** Angela Marie Hutchinson discusses how to elevate your business or brand by developing media content on a budget. Learn about the power of producing pilot projects to increase audience engagement for your customers, clients, and prospective business. Click here to register About the Presenter: Angela Marie Hutchinson Recognized as a media trailblazer by the U.S. Congress, Angela Marie Hutchinson has two decades of experience in the entertainment…
ONLINE - Details will be emailed upon registrationAdults,

Businesspeople
Thu, April 18
@ 3 PM
**This event will be online only** Learn how to use the Business Insights: Essentials, Business Source Complete, Emerging Markets: Internet Securities (EMIS), Plunkett Research Online, and Statista databases to conduct industry research to grow your business or advance your career. All of these databases are accessible remotely with your NYPL card and PIN. ONLINE - Details will be emailed upon registration Click here to register. Registration for this event is through Eventbrite. Click he…
ONLINE - Details will be emailed upon registrationBusinesspeople,

Job Seekers
Fri, April 19
@ 1 PM
Careers, Jobs, Small Business Seminars
**This event is online only.** Get an introduction to the basic principles of trademarks and how they differ from patents and copyrights. Learn how to conduct a trademark search using the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (www.uspto.gov) Click here to register. Registration for this event is through Eventbrite. Click here to view Eventbrite's Privacy Policy.
ONLINE - Details will be emailed upon registrationAdults,

Businesspeople
Tue, April 23
@ 6 PM
Careers, Jobs, Small Business Seminars
**In-person, small-group, coaching workshop** These sessions are a rare chance to enhance your storytelling and public speaking skills under Tihanna Louise’s direct supervision, ensuring personalized feedback and support. However, availability is strictly limited to a small group of people to guarantee that each participant receives the attention they deserve. If you’re committed to attending in person and eager to make the most of this unique educational experience, please secure your spot no…
Thomas Yoseloff Business Center at SNFLAdults,

Businesspeople
Wed, April 24
@ 12 PM
Money Matters
"This event will be online only" William Wu, CFP®, discusses some of the ways to use and evaluate mutual funds and ETFs. Learn about the characteristics of these mainstream investment vehicles. Click here to Register About The Presenter: William Wu William Wu is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional at Kramer Financial Group, LLC. Previously, he worked at Merrill Lynch as a financial advisor in their Global Wealth Management Group, and as a derivatives marketer at…
ONLINE - Details will be emailed upon registrationAdults,

50+,

Businesspeople
Wed, April 24
@ 3 PM
Careers, Jobs, Small Business Seminars
**This event will be online only** Social media strategist, Maggie Carey of Master It Media, provides a step-by-step guide to create content that converts! Topics covered include: Addressing your audience Anatomy of a Post Visually stimulating components Extra elements that many people miss Click here to register About the Presenter: Maggie Carey Maggie Carey, CEO of Master It Media and creator of Painless Posting, blends over three decades in IT with her theatrical bac…
ONLINE - Details will be emailed upon registrationAdults,

Businesspeople
Wed, April 24
@ 6:30 PM
Careers, Jobs, Small Business Seminars
**This event will be online only** Are you an entrepreneur looking for the chance to launch your business? Then don’t miss out on the New York StartUP! 2024 Business Plan Competition! The competition provides an opportunity for inspiring and innovative entrepreneurs to take their ideas and turn them into reality with access to Library resources, mentorship, and the chance to win one of three prizes: 1st Place: $15,000, 2nd Place: $10,000, and 3rd Place $7,500. Register for an orientation…
ONLINE - Details will be emailed upon registrationAdults,

Businesspeople
Thu, April 25
@ 3 PM
Careers, Jobs, Small Business Seminars
**This event will be online only** Learn how to retrieve important information on individual stocks and mutual funds, including analysts’ reports and opinions from investment research firms. Discover the advanced search capabilities of each database. Learn how to turn an investment concept into a shortlist of potential investments. Click here to register. Registration for this event is through Eventbrite. Click here to view Eventbrite's Privacy Policy.
ONLINE - Details will be emailed upon registrationAdults,

Businesspeople
Fri, April 26
@ 1 PM
Careers, Jobs, Small Business Seminars
* This event is online only * Learn how to search for addresses, sales leads, and executives for over 11 million businesses in the U.S. Reference Solutions is an exhaustive business directory that is an invaluable resource for building both your business and your career. Click here to register. Registration for this event is through Eventbrite. Click here to view Eventbrite's Privacy Policy.
ONLINE - Details will be emailed upon registrationAdults,

Businesspeople
Tue, April 30
@ 3 PM
Money Matters
*IN PERSON ONLY* This program will be held ONSITE - SNFL, 455 5th Avenue (5th floor - Room 504) NY, NY, 10016 This class will cover why you should start planning for retirement, the time value of money, and tax advantaged tools that will help you save, such as a 401k or IRA. This program will not be recorded. Click here to register. Registration for this event is through Eventbrite. Click here to view Eventbrite's Privacy Policy.
ONSITE - SNFL, 455 5th Avenue (5th floor - Room 504) NY, NY, 10016Adults,

Businesspeople
Wed, May 1
@ 12 PM
Money Matters
"This event will be online only" Learn how to manage your student loan debt. The discussion includes: Federal programsFederal programsFederal programs Loan forgiveness options Repayment strategies Tips for handling debt, available relief, and exploring bankruptcy as a potential option for discharging student loans. Presented by The City Bar Justice Center. Click here to Register The City Bar Justice Center (Justice Center) furthers access to justice by addressing unmet civ…
ONLINE - Details will be emailed upon registrationAdults,

50+,

Businesspeople
Wed, May 1
@ 3 PM
Careers, Jobs, Small Business Seminars
**This event will be online only** Join us for this panel discussion featuring successful AAPI Women Entrepreneurs in the Food and Beverage Industry sharing their keys to success in overcoming obstacles in their careers. Our panelists include: Jennifer Chan, founder of Banato, (is our program moderator). Teresa Ging, CEO & Founder of Sugar Bliss Margaret Pak, Chef and Co-Owner of Thattu Chef Dalia David,founder of Honest Eating Kathy Vega Hardy, chef and owner of A Taste o…
ONLINE - Details will be emailed upon registrationAdults,

Businesspeople
Tue, May 14
@ 5 PM
Careers, Jobs, Small Business Seminars
**This event will be held IN PERSON at the Thomas Yoseloff Business Center (455 Fifth Avenue Fifth Floor, New York, NY 10016, nypl.org/business)** Click here to apply: spots are limited This three-hour program is done in partnership with Start Small Think Big and Moving Forward Small Business. Join Jimmy Newson, CEO of Moving Forward Small Business, as he shares how to turn your side hustle (or newly launched company) into a thriving, profitable business. He will cover crucial topics like ma…
ONSITE - SNFL 455 5th Ave. (5th floor, Room 502) NY, NY, 10016Adults,

Businesspeople
Tue, June 4
@ 5 PM
Careers, Jobs, Small Business Seminars
**This event will be held IN PERSON at the Thomas Yoseloff Business Center (455 Fifth Avenue Fifth Floor, New York, NY 10016, nypl.org/business)** Click here to apply: spots are limited This three-hour program is done in partnership with Start Small Think Big and Moving Forward Small Business. Join Jimmy Newson, CEO of Moving Forward Small Business, as he shares how to turn your side hustle (or newly launched company) into a thriving, profitable business. He will cover crucial topics like ma…
ONSITE - SNFL 455 5th Ave. (5th floor, Room 502) NY, NY, 10016Adults,

Businesspeople
Tue, July 2
@ 5 PM
Careers, Jobs, Small Business Seminars
**This event will be held IN PERSON at the Thomas Yoseloff Business Center (455 Fifth Avenue Fifth Floor, New York, NY 10016, nypl.org/business)** Click here to apply: spots are limited This three-hour program is done in partnership with Start Small Think Big and Moving Forward Small Business. Join Jimmy Newson, CEO of Moving Forward Small Business, as he shares how to turn your side hustle (or newly launched company) into a thriving, profitable business. He will cover crucial topics like ma…
ONSITE - SNFL 455 5th Ave. (5th floor, Room 502) NY, NY, 10016Adults,

Businesspeople
Tue, August 6
@ 5 PM
Careers, Jobs, Small Business Seminars
**This event will be held IN PERSON at the Thomas Yoseloff Business Center (455 Fifth Avenue Fifth Floor, New York, NY 10016, nypl.org/business)** Click here to apply: spots are limited This three-hour program is done in partnership with Start Small Think Big and Moving Forward Small Business. Join Jimmy Newson, CEO of Moving Forward Small Business, as he shares how to turn your side hustle (or newly launched company) into a thriving, profitable business. He will cover crucial topics like ma…
ONSITE - SNFL 455 5th Ave. (5th floor, Room 502) NY, NY, 10016Adults,

Businesspeople
Tue, September 10
@ 5 PM
Careers, Jobs, Small Business Seminars
**This event will be held IN PERSON at the Thomas Yoseloff Business Center (455 Fifth Avenue Fifth Floor, New York, NY 10016, nypl.org/business)** Click here to apply: spots are limited This three-hour program is done in partnership with Start Small Think Big and Moving Forward Small Business. Join Jimmy Newson, CEO of Moving Forward Small Business, as he shares how to turn your side hustle (or newly launched company) into a thriving, profitable business. He will cover crucial topics like ma…
ONSITE - SNFL 455 5th Ave. (5th floor, Room 502) NY, NY, 10016Adults,

Businesspeople
Tue, October 1
@ 5 PM
Careers, Jobs, Small Business Seminars
**This event will be held IN PERSON at the Thomas Yoseloff Business Center (455 Fifth Avenue Fifth Floor, New York, NY 10016, nypl.org/business)** Click here to apply: spots are limited This three-hour program is done in partnership with Start Small Think Big and Moving Forward Small Business. Join Jimmy Newson, CEO of Moving Forward Small Business, as he shares how to turn your side hustle (or newly launched company) into a thriving, profitable business. He will cover crucial topics like ma…
ONSITE - SNFL 455 5th Ave. (5th floor, Room 502) NY, NY, 10016Adults,

Businesspeople
Tue, November 12
@ 5 PM
Careers, Jobs, Small Business Seminars
**This event will be held IN PERSON at the Thomas Yoseloff Business Center (455 Fifth Avenue Fifth Floor, New York, NY 10016, nypl.org/business)** Click here to apply: spots are limited This three-hour program is done in partnership with Start Small Think Big and Moving Forward Small Business. Join Jimmy Newson, CEO of Moving Forward Small Business, as he shares how to turn your side hustle (or newly launched company) into a thriving, profitable business. He will cover crucial topics like ma…
ONSITE - SNFL 455 5th Ave. (5th floor, Room 502) NY, NY, 10016Adults,

Businesspeople
Tue, December 3
@ 5 PM
Careers, Jobs, Small Business Seminars
**This event will be held IN PERSON at the Thomas Yoseloff Business Center (455 Fifth Avenue Fifth Floor, New York, NY 10016, nypl.org/business)** Click here to apply: spots are limited This three-hour program is done in partnership with Start Small Think Big and Moving Forward Small Business. Join Jimmy Newson, CEO of Moving Forward Small Business, as he shares how to turn your side hustle (or newly launched company) into a thriving, profitable business. He will cover crucial topics like ma…
ONSITE - SNFL 455 5th Ave. (5th floor, Room 502) NY, NY, 10016Adults,

Businesspeople