PA Business One-Stop Shop (BOSS) Overview

small businessBusiness & Career Center (BCC) Classroom

Join us at this workshop and Q&A session with The PA Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) and their innovative PA Business One-Stop Shop (BOSS). In this exciting new collaboration, the BCC will offer opportunities for entrepreneurs to grow and / or hone their ideas and their businesses. 

BOSS guides businesses through all stages of development — from planning and startup to operating and expanding. Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur or existing business, BOSS provides complete, customer focused service. They help connect entrepreneurs and business owners with specific opportunities and partner networks for one-on-one counseling, training, and business assistance and work closely with colleagues across state government and economic development networks to gather the best resources to guide you through all stages of business development, including: 

• Details on planning a business, registration and permitting, hiring employees, finding financing, training, and more 

• Information for diverse businesses and training and best practices on important business topics including eCommerce 

• Connection to trusted partners and funding opportunities 

Come with whatever questions or concerns you have, in whatever stage of your business development you are in and learn about this excellent resource. Opportunities abound! 

 

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iPhone Basics Series--both classes have combined to the 11:30 am time slot

bcciPhone Basics Series

Tuesdays, July 15 through August 19, 6pm - 7:30pm in the BCC Classroom 

In this six-session class taught by James Gates, we’ll explore the iPhone’s settings, learn tips and tricks for contacts and text messages, and become more proficient in using the keyboard and Safari app (and look at the new iOS 18!). Learn how to take better pictures with the Camera, explore the Photos app features, and receive extra photo editing tips and tricks. Classes are 90 minutes, please plan to attend all 6 sessions. Space is limited--registration is required. 

 

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Weekly Event

Tuesday

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iPhone Basics Series

bcciPhone Basics Series

Tuesdays, July 15 through August 19, 11:30am - 1pm in the BCC Classroom 

In this six-session class taught by James Gates, we’ll explore the iPhone’s settings, learn tips and tricks for contacts and text messages, and become more proficient in using the keyboard and Safari app (and look at the new iOS 18!). Learn how to take better pictures with the Camera, explore the Photos app features, and receive extra photo editing tips and tricks. Classes are 90 minutes, please plan to attend all 6 sessions. Space is limited--registration is required. 

 

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Tuesday

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The Death Cafe

Third Tuesday of the Month, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 

What is a Death Cafe? It is a safe, supportive, and informal gathering where people can chat openly about death, dying, and grief. The Café offers a space for sharing thoughts and feelings, asking questions, and connecting with others in your community, all while enjoying light refreshments like cake and drinks. Come as you are and feel welcome to participate in the conversation at your own comfort level. Facilitated by Philadelphia native Isaiah Troche, an End-of-Life Doula/Death Doula who also serves as a volunteer with Hospice of Central Pennsylvania. All ages welcome. To register, call the library at 717-761-3900; extension 242.

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The Death Cafe

Third Tuesday of the Month, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 

What is a Death Cafe? It is a safe, supportive, and informal gathering where people can chat openly about death, dying, and grief. The Café offers a space for sharing thoughts and feelings, asking questions, and connecting with others in your community, all while enjoying light refreshments like cake and drinks. Come as you are and feel welcome to participate in the conversation at your own comfort level. Facilitated by Philadelphia native Isaiah Troche, an End-of-Life Doula/Death Doula who also serves as a volunteer with Hospice of Central Pennsylvania. All ages welcome. To register, call the library at 717-761-3900; extension 242.

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The Death Cafe

Third Tuesday of the Month, June 17; 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 

What is a Death Cafe? It is a safe, supportive, and informal gathering where people can chat openly about death, dying, and grief. The Café offers a space for sharing thoughts and feelings, asking questions, and connecting with others in your community, all while enjoying light refreshments like cake and drinks. Come as you are and feel welcome to participate in the conversation at your own comfort level. Facilitated by Philadelphia native Isaiah Troche, an End-of-Life Doula/Death Doula who also serves as a volunteer with Hospice of Central Pennsylvania. All ages welcome. To register, call the library at 717-761-3900; extension 242.

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Computer Basics

bcc2:00 pm in the BCC Classroom 

Improve your basic computer skills! Bring your own laptop or use one of ours. In this session, we will learn about connecting to the internet, navigating websites, and searching. Registration is required. 

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Genealogy Club

gen5 pm in the BCC Classroom
Just starting your genealogy research and aren’t sure where to begin? Have you hit a roadblock in your research and need help? Or do you just want to learn about different genealogical resources? Then Genealogy Club is for you! During each session, we will spend time working on our individual research and have the opportunity to bounce our family history questions off of other club members. Occasionally, there will be themed meetings where we will discuss and try out different genealogical resources. You will need to bring a computer for each session to work on your research and to access the different resources. REGISTER

 

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Genealogy Club

gen12 pm in the BCC Classroom
Just starting your genealogy research and aren’t sure where to begin? Have you hit a roadblock in your research and need help? Or do you just want to learn about different genealogical resources? Then Genealogy Club is for you! During each session, we will spend time working on our individual research and have the opportunity to bounce our family history questions off of other club members. Occasionally, there will be themed meetings where we will discuss and try out different genealogical resources. You will need to bring a computer for each session to work on your research and to access the different resources. REGISTER.

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Device Advice

bcc BCC Classroom, Upper Level
Need hands-on help with your smartphone, tablet, laptop or e-reader? Trying to download an app or program and getting stuck? Want to use free library media resources like eBooks and audiobooks from Libby? Sign up for a thirty-minute Device Advice session for in person assistance. Bring your personal tablet, laptop, smartphone, or e-reader with you. Make sure you have all passwords you might need during the session. Registration is required.

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