Free Workshop: "Research Basics"

The Broome County Public Library Information Services Department will host a free workshop entitled “Research Basics” on Tuesday, August 10, 4:00-5:00pm. This workshop will focus on the basics of research, as well as some of the terminology connected with it. It will deal with both paper and online resources, including databases. Registration is required for this event, which will take place in the Library’s Computer Training Lab (185 Court Street, Binghamton). For more information, or to register, please call the Information Services Desk at 607-778-6451.

Grantseeking Basics for Non-Profit Organizations

The Broome County Public Library will host a free workshop on grantseeking basics for non-profit organizations on Monday, June 7, 5:30-6:30pm. This workshop will give an overview of the funding research process for those seeking grants from foundations, corporations and grantmaking public charities. It will also offer tips on how to best identify funding sources for your non-profit organization, highlighting the electronic and print resources available for your free use at the Broome County Public Library. The workshop will include a demonstration of the Foundation Directory Online, which provides information on more than 91,000 grantmakers and more than a million grant records. Registration is required. For more information, or to register, please call 607-778-6451.

All About the Ahearn Business Resource Center

Whether you are a businessperson, student or job seeker, the J. Donald Ahearn Business Center in room 138 at the Broome County Public Library can help you move forward in your life. There, you will find materials specifically tailored to your needs, such as legal forms for starting and running small businesses, small business websites made easy, “how to…” books for understanding and starting up your own business. In addition, the Ahearn Business Center has resources which will help you with every aspect of your business life from accounting to managing staff. Are you looking for a job? Many people have found jobs using our computers and resources. Are you interested in grants for non-profits or individuals? Come on in! The Ahearn Business Center has both on-line and print sources to do the most up-to-date research to get grants. The Ahearn Business Center also runs workshops all year ‘round! Well, what are you waiting for? Please contact us at 607-778-6451 or at ahearn@bcpl.info. See you in the Business Center!