SLA-SCC members might be interested in this LAPL event on 2/17 at 4pm – Bank of Finance: The History of the First African American Bank on the West Coast
"Founded in 1964, the Bank of Finance was the first state-chartered, black-owned commercial bank to be opened in Los Angeles. Established by Onie B. Granville, a local real estate broker who grew frustrated by his clients' difficulties in obtaining loans, the Bank of Finance soon grew to have more than 6 million dollars in assets and would regularly provide lines of credit to people who had no other means of obtaining them.
Join Natalie Mallard as she tells the inspiring story of her great uncle Onie, highlighting the overall significance of his achievements as well as her intense desire to not let his amazing story slip away.
Streaming live on the library's YouTube channel and Facebook page.
This LA Made program was made possible with the generous support of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
For ADA accommodations, call (213) 228-7430 at least 72 hours prior to the event.
Para ajustes razonables según la ley de ADA, llama al (213) 228-7430 al menos 72 horas antes del evento."
From: Los Angeles Public Library - Business & Economics dept <business@lapl.org>
Sent: Monday, January 31, 2022 4:02 PM
To: Ray, Shelly <RayS@metro.net>
Subject: February events from LAPL's Business & Economics Dept
| | | February 2021
Highlights from LAPL's
Business & Economics Department | | | | | Greetings from the Los Angeles Public Library's
Business & Economics department!
Tax season is approaching!
Business & Economics department is pleased to announce a slate of programming to help you with your personal finances and preparing your taxes. There is also updated information about assistance with tax preparation and tax filing on the library's website.
In early February the following paper tax forms and instruction books will be available in Central Library's Business & Economics Department:
*1040/1040SR *540 resident *540 2EZ *540NR | | | | | 
| | WorkSource Services Available Online and via Telephone!
If you or someone you know are looking for a job or job training, be sure to talk with the staff at the Business & Economics department's WorkSource portal!
Job search assistance currently is available via telephone and online via video chat. In-person meetings are postponed until further notice. To make an appointment, please call 213-228-7113 or email Joy Hill at jhill@pacela.org. | | | Thurs, Feb 17, 4:00pm
Bank of Finance: The History of the First African American Bank on the West Coast Founded in 1964, the Bank of Finance was the first state-chartered, black-owned commercial bank to be opened in Los Angeles. Established by Onie B. Granville, a local real estate broker who grew frustrated by his clients' difficulties in obtaining loans, the Bank of Finance soon grew to have more than 6 million dollars in assets and would regularly provide lines of credit to people who had no other means of obtaining them. Join Natalie Mallard as she tells the inspiring story of her great uncle Onie, highlighting the overall significance of his achievements as well as her intense desire to not let his amazing story slip away. This event is organized by Los Angeles Public Library's Exploration & Creativity Department.
Presentation will livestream on the library's YouTube channel. | | | | Fri, Feb 18, 12:00-1:00pm
Trademark Basics: What Every Small Business Should Know Understanding how to file your taxes, where to go for assistance and how to avoid overpaying for tax preparation are important in the tax filing process. CSULA and CSUN VITA will discuss the IRS's Volunteer Income Tax Preparation program and the ins and outs of the tax filing process. The program will also cover how CSULA and CSUN VITA are conducting tax preparation assistance this tax season.
This event is organized by Los Angeles Public Library's Lifelong Learning Department.
Presentation will livestream on the library's YouTube channel. | | | | Tues, Feb 22, 12:00pm
Your Savings Saving money for goals, large purchases, and unexpected expenses is important. The Los Angeles Alliance for Economic Inclusion will discuss proven saving strategies and tips on the best ways to save. This event is organized by Los Angeles Public Library's Lifelong Learning Department.
Presentation will livestream on the library's YouTube channel. | | | | Thurs, Feb 24, 12:00pm
Credit Reports and Scores
Do you have questions about your credit report? The Los Angeles Alliance for Economic Inclusion will discuss credit reports and scores, building productive credit histories, and repairing and improving credit. This event is organized by Los Angeles Public Library's Lifelong Learning Department.
Presentation will livestream on the library's YouTube channel. | | | | Fri, Feb 25, 12:00pm
Get Banked and the Advanced Child Tax Credit The Los Angeles Alliance for Economic Inclusion and BankOn Los Angeles County will talk about the benefits of opening a bank account, the resources available to get you started, and the different types of accounts available. They will also discuss what you need to know about the new Advanced Child Tax Credit. This event is organized by Los Angeles Public Library's Lifelong Learning Department.
Presentation will livestream on the library's YouTube channel. | | | | | Small Business
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