Understanding Financial Statements

March 24, 2014 | AmyJo

If you are a small business owner or manager, financial statements can be a constant source of stress if you are not financially literate. Join us on Monday April 7 from 7:00-8:00 PM as we invite SCORE to explain what financial statements are, understand what they say and mean, and how to use them to start, manage, and grow your business. No registration required.

March Counseling Sessions with SCORE

February 16, 2014 | AmyJo

Thinking about starting a small business but you're not 
sure where to begin? Schedule a one hour consultation on 
Thursday, March 13 from 6:00-9:00 PM with a mentor from 
SCORE (previously Service Corps of Retired Executives) and 
receive free and confidential advice from a seasoned 
professional.

To register for a session or for additional information, please 
contact SCORE representative Ed Krupa (epkrupa@yahoo.com).

How to Really Start Your Own Business

January 29, 2014 | AmyJo

In this program presented by SCORE, you’ll find topics ranging from testing your business idea to creating a plan, structuring your company, and building a successful team. Use the tips and tactics from to increase your knowledge of cash control, financial  management, funding a business, building business credit, and many other vital topics for new entrepreneurs. 

Join us on Monday, March 3 from 7-8:30 PM.  No registration required.

Year 2013 Top Music CD Picks

January 22, 2014 | AmyJo

Job Search Toolkit

November 8, 2013 | AmyJo

 

Whether you are looking for a new job or considering changing careers, the library can help! In addition to the great internet resources listed here, the library provides: 

If you are also dealing with unemployment, please visit our How to File for Unemployment page for instructions and answers to common questions. Please see CPL's list of Assistance Programs and Resources if you need help finding further assistance.

Financing Options For Your Small Business

September 24, 2013 | AmyJo

Together with SCORE, representatives from the Michigan Center for Empowerment and Economic Development (CEED) and TCF Bank will offer insights into the requirements for various types of loans and alternate financing methods at this workshop. Join us Thursday, October 24 from 6:30-7:30 PM. No registration required.

Learn About Protecting Animals

July 14, 2013 | AmyJo

Would you like to learn more about protecting and rescuing 
animals? Be sure to visit the library July 15-21 and see the 
display case featuring various animal welfare agencies including World Wildlife Foundation, Stiggy's Dogs, The Humane Society of Huron Valley, The Humane Society Berman Center for Animal Care - Westland, Best Friends Animal Society, and Rescued Greyhounds as Pets.  Please visit any of these organization's websites, read one of the library's many books or watch a movie about animals to earn a badge. Blog about something you've learned if you like!

Be a Track Detective!

June 20, 2013 | AmyJo

Can you tell us who made these tracks? Follow these instructions:

  1. Obtain an activity log from one of the Help Desks.
  2. Locate the animal tracks and photos on the window of the Purple room in the Children’s department or along the bottom part of the New Book shelf in the Adult department.
  3. Look at an animal track and read the attached hint. Do you know which animal made the track or can you recognize the animal from the added description?
  4. Now look at all the animal photos displayed. Do you see the animal you think was described and could have made the track? If so...
  5. Find the letter next to the track. Write that letter next to the correct animal on the activity log.
  6. Put your completed activity log in the box on the reception desk for a drawing. Don’t forget to claim your ANIMAL LOVER badge online, too!

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