Eight Tuesdays, starting February 14
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm 
The Great Decisions Lecture Series is America’s largest discussion program on world affairs. The program model involves reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book, watching the documentary film series, and meeting in a discussion group to discuss the most critical global issues facing America today. Fredricksen Library partners with World Affairs Council of Harrisburg to host this annual discussion series. The first and last lectures are held Feb. 14 and April 4 in person at the library at 5 pm. All others will be Zoom webinars. Registration is open. 

February 28: China & the U.S.
For the past ten years, the United States and China have been locked in a competition for who has the greatest global influence. One major point of contention is the status of Taiwanese sovereignty, which has become even more relevant recently with the possibility that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine may prompt China to take similar action regarding Taiwan. How will the United States engage a China which is increasingly seeking to expand its sphere of influence?

Additional Dates and Topics
February 14: Energy Geopolitics
February 21: War Crimes
February 28: China & the U.S.
March 7: Economic Warfare
March 14: Politics in Latin America
March 21: Global Famine
March 28: Climate Migration
April 4: Iran at a Crossroads

Eight Tuesdays, starting February 14
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm 
The Great Decisions Lecture Series is America’s largest discussion program on world affairs. The program model involves reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book, watching the documentary film series, and meeting in a discussion group to discuss the most critical global issues facing America today. Fredricksen Library partners with World Affairs Council of Harrisburg to host this annual discussion series. The first and last lectures are held Feb. 14 and April 4 in person at the library at 5 pm. All others will be Zoom webinars. Registration is open. 

February 21: War Crimes
Russia's invasion of Ukraine has resulted in widespread charges of war crimes and calls for justice. But what exactly are war crimes? Opinions of what constitutes a war crime have evolved, as have ways to identify and punish the perpetrators. How will the war crimes committed in Ukraine be dealt with?

Additional Dates and Topics
February 14: Energy Geopolitics
February 21: War Crimes
February 28: China & the U.S.
March 7: Economic Warfare
March 14: Politics in Latin America
March 21: Global Famine
March 28: Climate Migration
April 4: Iran at a Crossroads

Eight Tuesdays, starting February 14
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm 
The Great Decisions Lecture Series is America’s largest discussion program on world affairs. The program model involves reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book, watching the documentary film series, and meeting in a discussion group to discuss the most critical global issues facing America today. Fredricksen Library partners with World Affairs Council of Harrisburg to host this annual discussion series. The first and last lectures are held Feb. 14 and April 4 in person at the library at 5 pm. All others will be Zoom webinars. Registration is open. 

February 14: Energy Geopolitics
Access to oil and gas has long held an influence over the politics of individual nations and their relations with others. But as more countries move toward sustainable energy, and supply chain shortages affect the availability of oil and gas, how will this change the way in which the United States interacts with the outside world?

Additional Dates and Topics:
February 21: War Crimes
February 28: China & the U.S.
March 7: Economic Warfare
March 14: Politics in Latin America
March 21: Global Famine
March 28: Climate Migration
April 4: Iran at a Crossroads

10:30 am in the BCC, Upper Level
An introduction to Google’s own set of productivity and creation tools. Feel free to bring your own device (or use a BCC laptop) to learn more about this versatile, free platform. Registration is required. 

6:00 pm – 7:30 pm via Zoom
Calling all home-based entrepreneurs! Selling on eBay, Etsy or Minted? Airbnb, pet care or other traditional home-based business? Network with the like-minded and get information and inspiration. Come join us --it's free, casual and interactive. Ask questions, share ideas, then leave motivated!  Registration is open.

As a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), SCORE has helped more than 11 million entrepreneurs through mentoring, workshops, and educational resources since 1964. For more information about the organization, please visit their website at www.score.org

12:00 pm – 1:30 pm via Zoom
Calling all home-based entrepreneurs! Selling on eBay, Etsy or Minted? Airbnb, pet care or other traditional home-based business? Network with the like-minded and get information and inspiration. Come join us --it's free, casual and interactive. Ask questions, share ideas, then leave motivated!  Registration is open.

As a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), SCORE has helped more than 11 million entrepreneurs through mentoring, workshops, and educational resources since 1964. For more information about the organization, please visit their website at www.score.org

12:00 pm – 1:30 pm via Zoom
Calling all home-based entrepreneurs! Selling on eBay, Etsy or Minted? Airbnb, pet care or other traditional home-based business? Network with the like-minded and get information and inspiration. Come join us --it's free, casual and interactive. Ask questions, share ideas, then leave motivated!  Registration is open.

As a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), SCORE has helped more than 11 million entrepreneurs through mentoring, workshops, and educational resources since 1964. For more information about the organization, please visit their website at www.score.org

6:00 pm – 7:30 pm via Zoom
Calling all home-based entrepreneurs! Selling on eBay, Etsy or Minted? Airbnb, pet care or other traditional home-based business? Network with the like-minded and get information and inspiration. Come join us --it's free, casual and interactive. Ask questions, share ideas, then leave motivated!  Registration is open.

As a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), SCORE has helped more than 11 million entrepreneurs through mentoring, workshops, and educational resources since 1964. For more information about the organization, please visit their website at www.score.org

6 pm in the BCC
As part of the Small Business Owner Support Series, this workshop will review the importance of understanding your market and outside influences & explore useful database sources as well as how your library can assist you! Registration is required.

10:30 am in the BCC, Upper Level
Learn beginner-level skills or update your older version skills in Microsoft Excel 2019 (using BCC laptops). Register online.