February 2023
   
Coworking Space Closed During Library Renovation
Due to construction in adjacent staff areas, the coworking space at the Nichols Library is closed temporarily.
 
If you are in the library and looking for a place to work, staff can direct you to the appropriate area of the building for your needs and preferred noise level. 
 
We apologize for the inconvenience and hope to see all of our coworkers back in the space when the construction is completed in mid-June.
 
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Workshops and Events
Starting a Food Business
Wednesday, February 15, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Nichols Library Program Room
Interested in launching your own food truck, bakery or other food-related business? Learn what you need to know about industry regulations and kitchen requirements, pricing your products, building your brand and more. Presented by Sybil Ege, President and CEO of The Business of Food. This program will be presented in person at the Nichols Library. Click the program title to register.

Women in Business
NaperLaunch Women in Business Meet-up
Wednesday, February 1, 9:30 to 11 a.m.
95th Street Library Lookout Room and Online
The NaperLaunch Women in Business Meet-up provides a place for women entrepreneurs to network and discuss their unique challenges and needs as they work through the stages of their businesses. Women entrepreneurs are encouraged to join and experience a peer group where they can share ideas, discuss strategies and work through complex issues facing their businesses. This program will be presented both in person at 95th Street Library and via Zoom. Click the program title to register if you plan to attend virtually.

NaperLaunch Academy
The NaperLaunch Academy curriculum is offered in two 4-week series, Starting a Business and Growing a Business. Participants are expected to attend all four sessions and complete homework assignments outside of class. These series are offered on a quarterly basis.
Growing a Business
Wednesdays, February 22 through March 15, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Online
During this four-week series, attendees will learn the basics of writing a business plan and a strategic marketing plan with the help of some library resources specifically designed for this purpose. They will also learn six fundamental professional selling skills and how to use them in sales transactions. Participants are expected to attend all four sessions and complete homework assignments outside of class. This program will be held via Zoom. Click the program title to register.
SCORE Fox Valley Workshops
Check out these free webinars from our partners at SCORE Fox Valley. For details and to register, click the program title or visit the SCORE Fox Valley website.
  • Learn How to Withdraw Money from Your Business the Right Way
    • Advanced Social Media Tips, Techniques & Trends
    • 16 Steps to Starting a Business While Working Full-Time

    One-on-One Appointments
    New to NaperLaunch? Schedule a one-on-one orientation to the library’s business resources. Contact Business Librarian Lindsay Harmon by email at lharmon@naperville-lib.org or by phone at (630) 637-6312 to schedule a virtual or in-person appointment.
    Naperville Public Library
    200 W. Jefferson Ave.
    Naperville, Illinois 60540
    630-961-4100

    www.naperville-lib.org