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Pecha Kucha Night<br />
Pecha Kucha, the Japanese phrase for “the sound of<br />
conversation,” is a phenomenon that is spreading across the<br />
globe in a variety of venues. Join the PPL Tech Team and several<br />
invited guests for an evening of fast-paced presentations in the<br />
20 by 20 format, in which panelists have exactly 6 minutes and<br />
40 seconds along with 20 images to cover a current technology<br />
trend or topic of their choosing. See if they can do it and then<br />
join in the conversation about Web 2.0 and technology. Confirmed<br />
panelists for the evening include Peter Bromberg, Romina<br />
Gutierrez, Janie Hermann, Bob Keith, John LeMasney, Nicole<br />
Engard and Julie Strange. To learn more about Pecha Kucha, visit<br />
www.pecha-kucha.org<br />
Tuesday, June 3, 7 p.m.<br />
databytes<br />
Lunchtime explorations of the library’s databases in the Technology<br />
Center, second floor.<br />
OneSource<br />
This new library database is an invaluable asset for those searching<br />
for timely, accurate and comprehensive global business information.<br />
OneSource provides key company, executive and industry<br />
information selected from more than<br />
2,500 different sources, supplied<br />
by the world’s premier information<br />
providers and seamlessly integrated<br />
into one, easy-to-use service<br />
that is accessible in the library or<br />
at home using your library card. Jane<br />
Brown, manager of the library’s Reference and Adult Services Department,<br />
will demonstrate the capabilities of OneSource.<br />
Wednesdays, 1 p.m.: June 11, 25<br />
in the technology center<br />
Internet Drop-In<br />
Learn about the Web, practice computer skills and get answers to<br />
questions about the Internet from our staff. No sign-up required, just drop<br />
in each week for “open surfing.”<br />
Thursdays, 3 p.m.<br />
Open Tech Time in the Lab<br />
Drop in to get hardware and software help from our knowledgeable<br />
Technology staff. Scan photos, test drive equipment or work on projects<br />
using software such as DreamWeaver and Photoshop. Open Tech Time<br />
is scheduled in the evenings and on weekends; please drop in to get the<br />
schedule.<br />
Computer Classes<br />
Hands-on, practical classes for all levels of computer users are free, with<br />
preference given to <strong>Princeton</strong> <strong>Public</strong> <strong>Library</strong> cardholders. Schedules are<br />
available at www.princetonlibrary.org/reference/techcenter and at the<br />
Welcome Desk on the first floor and the Reference Desk on the second<br />
floor. Most classes require registration.<br />
Engaged Retirement: Beyond Financial Planning<br />
<strong>Princeton</strong> Senior Resource Center will describe its<br />
Engaged Retirement program, which explores the<br />
many facets of retirement that go beyond finances.<br />
The program reviews the key functions of work and<br />
how seniors can fulfill these functions after retiring<br />
through creating a vision and goals, and develop<br />
individualized retirement plans.<br />
Wednesday, June 11, 7 p.m.<br />
Quiet Room, first floor<br />
Ask a Lawyer<br />
Lawyers will be at the library for free private<br />
consultations on immigration and general legal issues.<br />
No appointments necessary; service on a first-come,<br />
first-served basis. Spanish translators available.<br />
Wednesday, June 4, 7 p.m.<br />
Conference Room, second floor<br />
Co-sponsored by the <strong>Princeton</strong> <strong>Public</strong> <strong>Library</strong>, the Latin American Task<br />
Force, Lutheran Social Ministries, the Housing Authority of <strong>Princeton</strong> and the<br />
Mercer County Bar Association. For more information, call Lucia Acosta at<br />
609.924.9529, ext. 316.<br />
SCORE<br />
Service Corps of Retired Executives<br />
Counseling Service<br />
The 27 mostly retired executives and small business<br />
owners who comprise the <strong>Princeton</strong> Chapter are<br />
available by appointment for counseling sessions four<br />
days each week for individuals who are considering<br />
starting a new business or are in business and are<br />
seeking advice. All counseling is free and confidential.<br />
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6 p.m.<br />
Wednesdays and Fridays, 9 a.m.<br />
Tower Room, second floor. Call 609.393.0505 to schedule a session.<br />
How to Start a Business<br />
Cary Kvitka , an attorney with<br />
Stark & Stark, will lead this<br />
session exploring the pros<br />
and cons of three ways to<br />
start a business: buying an<br />
existing business, purchasing<br />
a franchise or building your<br />
own. Other topics to<br />
be covered include<br />
how to negotiate<br />
commercial<br />
leases and vendor<br />
contracts.<br />
Wednesday, June 11,<br />
6:45 p.m.<br />
QuickBooks to Help Your Business Grow<br />
Presented by two business and tax professionals,<br />
Alfred Stephens and Stacy Svendor of @ Home Tax<br />
Pros, this session will teach advantages of QuickBooks<br />
to effectively manage and grow your business.<br />
This seminar is suitable for both new and existing<br />
businesses.<br />
Thursday, June 26, 6:45 p.m.<br />
Unless otherwise noted, all progamming is in the Community Room, first floor connections THE PRINCETON PUBLIC LIBRARY NEWSLETTER 9<br />
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