Good morning, library land! I wanted to highlight a small business series that I am running at the library in collaboration with SCORE of Southeast Michigan. We will have four different workshops starting on February 9th and going through April. The topics are as follows. * Introduction to SCORE: February 9th from 6 - 7:30pm * Are you a small business owner or entrepreneur looking for guidance or resources to help your business become a success? SCORE of Southeast Michigan is here to guide you! No matter where you are in your small business journey, SCORE provides detailed workshops, mentorship programs, and free marketing resources to assist you along the way. Join us at the library for a presentation about how SCORE can help you and your small business presented by Richard Gibbs! * Setting up a Business: Legal and Tax Tips for Business Formation: March 24th from 6 - 7:30pm * Tax season is upon us, and SCORE of Southeast Michigan is here to help! Are you looking to start and register a business but have questions about the type of business to choose? Have you experienced growth and would like to restructure for tax purposes? * Whether you are thinking about a DBA or LLC or creating an S-CORP for tax purposes, this workshop will help you understand the different types of Business Structures and their tax responsibilities. Presented by Mary McGough, CPA, Larry Powe, Esq., and Mark Landau, Esq. * Starting a Second Career as a Small Business Owner: April 7th from 6 - 7:30pm * Are you in a current career and looking for a new challenge? Have you always dreamt of being your own boss after retirement? Ready to turn your side gig into a business? If you answered "yes" to these questions or are thinking about becoming an entrepreneur then this event is perfect for individuals like you! * Whether you have a specific business idea in mind or are still exploring your options, this event will provide you with the inspiration, knowledge, and network you need to kickstart your entrepreneurial journey. Presented by Mary McGough, CPA, Larry Powe, Esq., and Mark Landau, Esq. * Understanding the Lean Canvas Business Model: April 20th from 6 - 7:30pm * Do you have a small business idea you've been trying to start up? The Lean Canvas Business Model can be a great guide to organizing your ideas. The Lean Canvas Business Model is a one-page diagram designed for entrepreneurs to use when developing a startup business idea. This presentation, presented in collaboration with SCORE of Southeast Michigan, will walk you through the steps to create your own Lean Canvas Model and answer any burning questions about owning a business. No matter where you are in your small business journey, SCORE provides detailed workshops, mentorship programs, and free marketing resources to assist you along the way. Join us at the library to help bring your business ideas to life! Presented by Richard Gibbs. Registration is not required for any of these workshops, but it is recommended. Those that are interested can register online<https://westland.librarycalendar.com/event/introduction-score-38300> at our event calendar, give us a call, or stop in. You do not need a library card or be a Westland resident to attend these events, all are welcome! Thank you, Sophia Fiumano [cid:aae2481d-8493-413a-b04d-d4d849fa2cd3] Sophia Fiumano (she/her/hers) Adult Services Librarian (734) 326-6123 ext 2836 6123 Central City Parkway, Westland, MI 48185 westlandlibrary.org<http://westlandlibrary.org/>