Science, Industry and Business Library
Program
Schedule | Programs by Series
All the lectures will be held in Room 018, Conference Center, Lower Level, unless otherwise indicated.
They are free and open to the public.
Seating is limited. Seating is on a first come, first seated basis, unless otherwise noted. Inquiries about programs may be made by calling (212) 592-7000.
Online Programs:
Financial Education
Tuesday, September 9, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Bond Basics."
A presentation by Erika Safran, CFP, Financial Assets Management Corp.
Sponsored by the Financial Planning Association of New York.
Tuesday, September 16, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Credit Reports/Identity Theft."
A presentation by Anthony Canale, CFP.
Sponsored by the Financial Planning Association of New York.
Wednesday, October 1, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"How to Achieve Superior Returns Without Using a Broker or Advisor."
Dan Solin, author of the international best seller The Smartest
Investment Book You'll Ever Read and The Smartest 401(k) Book You'll
Ever Read, will teach investors, novices and experts alike, how to
achieve returns that will place them in the top 5% of all professionally
managed money, without using any broker or advisor. Mr. Solin calls these
investors "Smart Investors" because they reject the advice of Wall
Street pundits and instead rely on academically sound principles of
investing.
A Business of Your Own
Wednesday, September 10, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"So, You Want to Publish a Magazine?"
Leticia Leizens, publisher and editor of OurHouse magazine, and her team will discuss the business aspects of starting a magazine and what it takes to launch a consumer magazine.
Saturday, September 13, 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM
"Business Basics: An Introductory Course Discussing the Essentials of Opening a Business in NYC."
This course includes information on creating a business plan, developing marketing strategies, understanding business structures, and generating financial statements. Presented by The NYC Department of Small Business Services and the Science, industry and Business Library.
Required reservations may be made by calling 212-618-8722.
Tuesday, September 23, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Self Promotion On-Line and Off."
A workshop presented by Ilise Benun, founder of Marketing Mentor, a Hoboken, NJ-based consulting firm and the author of 4 books including, Self Promotion Basics and Stop Pushing Me Around: A Workplace Guide for the Timid, Shy and Less Assertive.
Wednesday, September 24, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Theater Techniques to Help You Persuade and Inspire Your Business Listeners -- In the Office, Boardroom, Courtroom, or Media."
Maria will show you how you can apply techniques that actors use in order to deliver your business message with poise, passion, and persuasive power. Learn how to inspire belief in the minds and hearts of your clients, prospects, and colleagues -- to sell more of your ideas, products, and services. Maria Guida, founder of Successful Speaker, Inc., has improved performance at some of the world's premier organizations, including UBS, JPMorgan Chase, NYSE Euronext, Shearman & Sterling, and Moody's Investors Service. As a university professor, she taught presentation skills to business professionals and Ph.D. candidates from the U.S. and abroad. For fifteen years, Maria worked as a professional actor on Broadway and television and was a principle spokesperson on national TV commercials.
Required reservations may be made by calling 212-592-7000, Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., or by email to siblreservations@nypl.org, starting September 10, 2008.
Tuesday, October 14, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Smart Women Don't Retire -- They Break Free"
Are you thinking about using your skills and your experience to go in a different direction? Start your own business? Take a bigger role in a smaller company? Move to a not-for-profit? Are you wondering how you can find out what truly matters to you and gives you a better work-life balance?
Join Gail Rentsch, author of "Smart Women Don't Retire -- They Break Free," and Christine Millen, co-founder of The Transition Network, as they discuss the challenges of transitioning from a full-time career to “what's next” and experiencing the power that group support and conversation provide to help you with this exciting task.
Thursday, October 16, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Successful Business Plans: Secrets & Strategies."
This interactive workshop, presented by CAMBA Small Business Services, focuses on the foundation of writing an effective business plan. Learn what resources are available to assist you in writing an effective business plan.
Learn the secrets and strategies professionals use when developing an investor ready business plan.
Required reservations may be made by calling 212-592-7000, Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., or by email to siblreservations@nypl.org, starting September 10, 2008.
Saturday, October 18, 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM
"Business Basics: An Introductory Course Discussing the Essentials of Opening a Business in NYC"
This course includes information on creating a business plan, developing marketing strategies, understanding business structures, and generating financial statements. Presented by The NYC Department of Small Business Services and the Science, industry and Business Library.
Required reservations may be made by calling 212-618-8722.
Tuesday, October 21, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Soul Proprietor: Lessons from a Lifestyle Entrepreneur."
Have you started your own business recently or wondering how to take your
current one to the next level? This is the perfect time to hear from an
expert who has seen and done it all in her 30+ years operating her own
business. Jane teaches key business concepts and illustrates the
universality of business experience while relating tales of her successful
enterprise as an artist, author, coach and professional speaker. Each
listener will profit from hearing the enthusiasm, drive, and persistence it
takes to thrive in one's own small business.
Jane Pollak, named Home Based Business Advocate of the Year for New England, is an internationally known artist, professional speaker, business coach and author. Her book, Soul Proprietor: 101 Lessons from a Lifestyle
Entrepreneur, was published in 2001.
Thursday, October 23, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"How to Transition Your eBay® Hobby into a Thriving Business."
Take advantage of the 200 million people in the eBay marketplace to turn your hobby into a profitable business. Whether you do eBay full-time or part-time, learn to work smart to maximize your sales efforts, minimize your taxes, and avoid trouble. A presentation by Barbara Weltman, a noted small business and eBay expert.
Tuesday, October 28, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Networking: A Contact Sport."
Networking is the lifeblood of business. Join the internationally recognized communications team of Roni Abrams and Paul Wrablica as they conduct a workshop on effective networking. You will discover the power of networking, increase your listening/speaking skills, and learn to create effective business cards. A few attendees will have their card critiqued.
She is president of Roni Abrams Associates Limited, a training/ management consulting firm specializing in interpersonal communications/networking. He is the founder/creative director of Full Circle Marketing Services, an agency specializing in business development/graphic design.
The Real Men and Women of Madison Avenue
Thursday, September 11, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Advertising’s Impact on American Culture."
First program in a series of three programs related to the exhibit, “The Real Men & Women of Madison Avenue: and Their Impact on American Culture,” that will feature prominent figures in the field of advertising. Each program in the series, “Advertising’s Impact on American Culture,” will address a topic important to the history and future of advertising.
Required reservations may be made by calling 212-592-7000, Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., or by email to siblreservations@nypl.org, starting August 28, 2008.
Wednesday, September 17, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Advertising’s Impact on American Culture."
Second program in a series of three programs related to the exhibit, “The Real Men & Women of Madison Avenue: and Their Impact on American Culture,” that will feature prominent figures in the field of advertising. Each program in the series, “Advertising’s Impact on American Culture,” will address a topic important to the history and future of advertising.
Required reservations may be made by calling 212-592-7000, Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., or by email to siblreservations@nypl.org, starting August 28, 2008.
Thursday, September 25, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Advertising’s Impact on American Culture."
Third program in a series of three programs related to the exhibit, “The Real Men & Women of Madison Avenue: and Their Impact on American Culture,” that will feature prominent figures in the field of advertising. Each program in the series, “Advertising’s Impact on American Culture,” will address a topic important to the history and future of advertising.
Required reservations may be made by calling 212-592-7000, Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., or by email to siblreservations@nypl.org, starting August 28, 2008.
Buying or Renting Your Home
Saturday, September 13, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
"A Practical Guide to Buying a Co-op, Condo, or House: Things You Should Know and Mistakes to Avoid."
Carmen Lee Shue, President/Owner, Lee Shue Realty, Inc., will present her highly innovative and successful lecture. This program is meant to educate and empower first time buyers of real estate.
Ms. Lee Shue notes, "Because of the real estate climate at this time, many people might not be thinking about buying real estate, but it is important for you to know the things you should do when you are ready to purchase real estate. Therefore, I would encourage you to attend this seminar to prepare yourself for your future purchase."
Thursday, September 18, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Your Legal Rights as a Tenant or Landlord."
Whether you rent an apartment, own or manage a building, you need to know your legal rights. Items to be addressed will include: Illegal lock-outs and evictions; Major capital improvements and rent increases; Rent overcharges; and Difficult tenants/landlords.
Presented by Lisa Brier Urban, one of New York City's top residential real estate attorneys. A partner at Breier Deutschmeister Urban & Fromme, Lisa is often quoted in top media such as The New York Times, The New York Sun, Bankrate.com, CNBC.com, WNBC and WNYC Radio, on real estate issues.
Wednesday, October 29, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"First Time Home Buying and Investing Seminar."
Renowned Real Estate Attorney Scott Charles Eisenberg, Esq., will examine the ups and downs of the real estate process from inception through closing. This seminar will expose the pitfalls and mistakes and what you really need to know when purchasing. Guest speakers will include a Real Estate Broker and Mortgage Broker.
National Financial Planning Week
Thursday, October 2, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Who Needs a Financial Planner? What Makes a Good Financial Plan?"
A presentation by John Visconti, CFP.
Session 1 of a series of three programs for National Financial Planning Week. Sponsored by the Financial Planning Association of New York.
Monday, October 6, 5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
"Financial Goals and Investing – Smart Ways to Make Them Work."
A presentation by Ron Palastro, ChFC, CFP, R.S. Palastro Financial Services, Inc.
Session 2 of a series of three programs for National Financial Planning Week. Sponsored by the Financial Planning Association of New York.
Shortened version because of the holiday.
Tuesday, October 7, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Mutual Fund-a-mentals."
A presentation by Michael Cooper, CFP, ChFC.
Session 3 of a series of three programs for National Financial Planning Week. Sponsored by the Financial Planning Association of New York.
No other sessions this week due to holidays.
New York City: Natural and Unnatural Worlds
Wednesday, October 15, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Art and Engineering of New York City's Suspension Bridges."
An illustrated lecture presented by Satinder P. S. Puri, Consulting Structural
Engineer. The lecture will show how engineers built aesthetically pleasing masterpieces like the Brooklyn and Verrazano Narrows Bridges and how artists like John Marin, Joseph Stella, Georgia O' Keefe, and others were inspired to use them as subjects in their paintings.
Thursday, October 30, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"Field Guide to the Natural World of New York City."
There is a secret world within New York City, a universe of creatures great and small. Leslie Day, naturalist, educator, and author, will reveal this amazing world in an illustrated discussion of her book, Field Guide to the Natural World of New York City.
Inventions
Wednesday, October 22, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
"GADGET NATION: A Journey through the Eccentric World of Invention."
This full-color coffee table book looks at more than 100 off-beat gadgets and the inventors behind them including Bird Diapers; Talking Toilet Paper Dispenser; Motorized Ice Cream Cone; A Handle for your Turkey; and
Slippers with Headlights.
Americans love their gadgets--and Gadget Nation takes you behind the scenes and introduces you to the men and women who have spent countless hours and money, (in some cases cashing in their 401(k)), trying to turn their gadget idea into a gadget bonanza. It's the American Dream.
Steve Greenberg, The Innovation Insider, travels the country seeking out clever off-beat new products. His journey through the underbelly of American invention has brought him face to face with hundreds of garage inventors. Steve has spent years exploring and observing this often bizarre slice of Americana. And while most of us might look at these products and wonder, "Why didn't I think of that?" Steve will tell you why these people did. Featuring more than 100 quirky innovations from garage inventors across the nation, this visual showcase captures America's can-do spirit and creative energy.
Required reservations may be made by calling 212-592-7000, Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., or by email to siblreservations@nypl.org, starting October 8, 2008.
