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Curious about project management but not sure where to start? This 2-part foundational workshop series is designed to help professionals explore project management as a career path-without the overwhelm. Led by Giana Lawrence-Primus, Founder of Project Manager Lab, this interactive series offers a practical introduction to the project management field-designed to help you understand what project managers do, how your own experience might align, and how to begin thinking strategically about a career pivot. Whether you#39;re curious about changing careers or simply exploring what project management is all about, you#39;ll walk away with greater clarity, real-world insight, and a sense of whether PM might be the right path for you. In this series, you#39;ll: Learn what project management is (and isn#39;t) Understand the role and responsibilities of a project manager Discover how your existing skills may already align Begin mapping your own journey into project management This is not a certification course-it#39;s a practical and thought-provoking introduction for anyone exploring what#39;s next in their professional journey. No prior experience in project management is needed. 09/18/25, 12:00 P.M. - Parkway Central Library

The City of Philadelphia#39;s Mayor#39;s Business Action Team (MBAT) is here to answer your business questions! MBAT is the one-stop shop for Philadelphia business owners and entrepreneurs. We#39;re partnering up to host office hours with Business Services Managers. They are the first point of contact for Philadelphia businesses assisting with navigating through city processes. MBAT helps all businesses from launch to expansion. You can ask us things like: How do I register my business? I have my Employer Identification Number (EIN). Isn't this the same as the City Tax Account number? What is a BIRT and why do I need this? Is the Commercial Activity License the same as the Business Privilege License? What grants are available for new businesses? How do I set up an LLC and get an EIN number? I conducted market research at the BRIC. What is the best way to utilize those resources?​ Office hours are in person from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the ground floor of the BRIC. There is no pre-registration for this event, and questions are limited to fifteen minutes. Service is first-come, first-served. The last person will be seen no later than 3:45 p.m. 09/18/25, 2:00 P.M. - Parkway Central Library

Legacy In Ink: Honoring Our Past, Writing Our Future highlights individuals and groups who have contributed their writing, illustrating, editing, and publishing skills to materials that stand out as beacons of the independent publishing world over the decades. Featuring the illustrations of Philadelphia artist David K. Coleman, this special exhibit honors Philly#39;s long tradition of Black Authorship and Self Publishing alongside relevant library resources and materials. For tour group requests and further details, please email urminskasfreelibrary.org. Funding for this exhibition is made possible by the Pennsylvania Abolition Society. Illustration of Richard Allen (1760-1831) courtesy artist David K. Coleman. 09/20/25, 5:00 P.M. - Parkway Central Library

Explore the Excel interface: ribbon, formula and status bar. Learn to select cells build a basic formula. Discover how AutoFill and AutoSum Button/List make working in Excel easy! Also learn page set-up techniques to get Excel spreadsheets to look great when printed. To join, please register here. Zoom meeting information will be emailed upon registration. Full Circle Career Workshops are made possible in part by PECO Exelon. Tuesday, September 23, 12:00 - 1:30 PM 09/23/25, 12:00 P.M. - Parkway Central Library

Meet with a Community Workforce Connector from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for one-on-one job search assistance. Get individualized support with resume development, career counseling, and professional development workshops. Call 1-833-750-5627 to learn more! PA CareerLinkreg; Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. 09/23/25, 2:00 P.M. - Parkway Central Library