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How to Create a Business Plan
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesWant to learn how to create and research for a perfect business plan? Come to this program to learn what a business plan is, its purpose, the different components, and where you can research the information needed to create this plan. Note: This hybrid program will take place in the Job & Career Education Center … Continued
Canceled Digital Skills: Gadget Lab
CLP - Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesDrop in and learn how to use your tablet, iPad, smartphone, laptop computer or other digital device. At this informal help session, you can ask us about your device or the apps and programs installed on it, including Microsoft and Google tools. First-come, first-served.
Creative Citizen Studios Art Workshop
CLP - Woods Run 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThis 90 minute interactive arts program is designed for adults with intellectual & developmental disabilities (caregivers welcome). Workshop participants are invited to explore their artistic talents through art history and various art techniques with an art instructor from Creative Citizen Studios. Registration Required, experience not necessary. Please inform library and class instructor of special accommodations … Continued
Using AI In Your Job Search
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesChat GPT, Applicant Tracking Systems, “white fonting”, HTML tags: What AI tools will help you maximize your resume and job search, and which are quick hacks that might hurt you? In this class we’ll discuss basic vocabulary, free tools, do’s and don’ts, and where to find reliable information about this growing technology. Note: This hybrid … Continued
Introduction to Finding Grants
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThis class covers what funders are looking for in nonprofits seeking grants and how to find potential funders. We will discuss the 10 most important things participants need to know about finding grants, including funder motivations, how to make the first approach, and what funders really want to know about the organizations they are interested … Continued
Meet Our Partner: Goodwill – Workforce Development
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesDiscover the impactful initiatives that Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania supports at this upcoming program, where they will present on how empowered individuals contribute to flourishing communities. As a prominent social and human service provider in our area, Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania is dedicated to assisting countless individuals in job placement, and extend their support through … Continued
Life Skills Series: Mending and Basic Clothing Repair
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesMending, basic budgeting, what to know about buying or renting a place to live, how to get around in a new city, what to do when you lose your cell phone, basic DIY, or balancing a checkbook: what skills do you wish you had learned? Join Library staff for an informal and nonjudgmental group discussion … Continued
Introduction to Foundation Directory
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThis class demonstrates how to use the Foundation Directory, available at CLP-Main, Downtown, East Liberty and Woods Run locations . This is the most comprehensive prospect research tool for fundraisers, with over 240,000 grantmaker profiles. Participants learn how to search for grantmakers who have funded organizations with causes and communities similar to those they serve. … Continued
Small Business Research
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThis program is an overview of the small business resources that are available. The overview will show you how to view sample business plans, industry reports, and demographics. Note: This hybrid program will take place in the Job & Career Education Center on the second floor of CLP-Main Library. It will also be live-streamed to … Continued
Davis Consulting Solutions Presents Community2Work: Professional Development and Business Etiquette Training
CLP - Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United StatesThis training is designed to assist those who are looking for employment with UPMC or other employers with resume preparation, professional development, business etiquette, job matching, and interview coaching services.
Creative Citizen Studios Art Workshop
CLP - Carrick 1811 Brownsville Road, PittsburghThis 90 minute interactive arts program is designed for adults with intellectual & developmental disabilities (caregivers welcome). Workshop participants are invited to explore their artistic talents through art history and various art techniques with an art instructor from Creative Citizen Studios. Registration Required, experience not necessary. Please inform library and class instructor of special accommodations … Continued