Business Reference Drop-In Hours In-Person
Did you know the library can support you in starting and growing your business? Stop by to meet with a Business Reference Librarian, who can connect you with resources to help you:
- Write a business plan
- Connect with a mentor
- Research your industry, competitors, and potential customers
- Learn a new digital skill
- Develop and train your staff
- Enhance your marketing efforts
- Network with groups and agencies that support entrepreneurs
- Use in-demand equipment and software
- And more!
To consult with a Business Librarian outside of these hours, contact Anne at aschatz@npl.org or call the Newark Public Library Reference Desk at 973.733.7779.
In the meantime, here are some resources you may find helpful as a small business owner or entrepreneur:
LinkedIn Learning--Contains thousands of on-demand, expert-led courses related to business, creativity, and technology. Log In with your NPL library card here: bit.ly/linkedinlearningnpl
NPL's Business Web Guides--A Guide to selected websites related to business, curated by NPL librarians: http://nplwebguides.pbworks.com/w/page/5673347/Business
NPL's Business Databases--Click on the "Business" tab under "Browse Databases by Subject" to access business research databases with your library card: https://www.npl.org/internet-electronic-resources/
Patent and Trademark Resource Center (PTRC)--Did you know that the Newark Public Library is a Patent and Trademark Resource Center? Contact Keegan at kfletcher@npl.org for more information, or call the Reference Desk at 973.733.7779.
Made@NPL Makerspace for Creative Entrepreneurs--Use in-demand equipment and software, such as an audio recording studio, laser-cutter, sewing machines, photography studio, 3D printer, and more! Visit the Made@NPL website at https://www.made.npl.org/. For questions, e-mail made@npl.org or call 973.733.3608.
- Date:
- Tuesday, April 29, 2025 Show more dates
- Time:
- 6:00pm - 8:00pm
- Time Zone:
- Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
- Location:
- Main Library: "Made@NPL Makerspace"
- Audience:
- Adults Teens
- Categories:
- Main Branch
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