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Look To Your Library...…especially now!

In these challenging financial times the King County Library System provides information and resources to help you sort out ways to save money and handle your finances. Join us for free programs this Fall.

Job & Career Information

Just Laid Off | Search for a Job | Struggling Small Business | Bills Piling Up
Events | And More... | Listen to all the ways KCLS can assist you

When times get tough, look to your library for information, ideas and inspiration. If financial hardship has already hit you and your family, your community library can help you explore new career opportunities and learn how to reduce expenses.

Across King County people are feeling the economic pinch: layoffs, reduced hours, decreased benefits and mounting bills. To help people cope and get back on their feet, KCLS is hosting how-to demonstrations of the latest job-search and financial tools. If you’re not already a library user, today is an excellent day to get started.

Just Laid Off: Are you considering new career options, or perhaps even a different path? Discover resources to help you successfully navigate this life transition. Online Resources | Book Resources | Printable Resource List

Searching for a Job: Wondering where to begin? Start by getting help with resume writing, job search strategies, successful interviewing techniques and learn about online employment sites. Online Resources | Book Resources | Printable Resource List

Struggling Small Business: Are you a small business owner trying to survive in the difficult market? Or are you thinking about starting your own business sometime soon? Online Resources | Book Resources | Printable Resource List

Bills Piling Up: Are you feeling overwhelmed and don’t know where to turn? Get connected to local organizations that offer help in times like these, with services such as credit counseling to mortgage or rent relief. Online Resources | Book Resources | Printable Resource List

More Resources... At the library you can update your résumé, take free computer classes and explore job opportunities. Learn more about the many resources available at your library

Listen to KCLS Librarians on all the ways KCLS can assist you during Look to your Library.