The James V. Brown Library, 19 E. Fourth St., will host the free program, “Marketing Begins with Branding: A Workshop for Small Business and Nonprofits” from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Friday, March 24.

Have you ever heard of the term “brand recognition?” Do you often wonder why it is important? Is this something you strive to achieve for your small business or nonprofit?

If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then this is the workshop for you. Join us in a fun and creative environment as the James V. Brown Library’s Graphic Designer and Artist Jamie Mahoney walks you through the steps of building a successful branding package and gives you the tools to use your brand to market your small business or

nonprofit.

Mahoney has a bachelor’s degree in graphic design from Pennsylvania College of Technology and a master’s of fine arts in illustration from Marywood University. Mahoney has over 10 years of experience in graphic design, illustration, ceramic works, fine art photography, linocutting, block printing, and book making.

She is also a U.S. Army Veteran, serving 10 years in the military as a Military Police Corrections Officer and a Veterinary Services Food Inspector. In her free time, she loves to read, travel, hike, kayak, and spend time with her family and pets.

This program will take place in the Lowry Room on the third floor of the Welch Children’s Wing. Registration is required and can be made at calendar.jvbrown.edu.

This is one of the many ways the library supports the PA Forward Initiative by providing information literacy opportunities for learning. When Pennsylvania residents know how to use current technology to improve their education and enhance their skills, they can fully participate in a digital society.

The James V. Brown Library is open for browsing and holds pick up from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday; and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. To place a hold, visit www.jvbrown.edu or call 570-326-0536 during the library’s operating hours. The library also is open for public computer usage and for services such as printing, faxing, copying and scanning. Walk-in passport services are available from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays.

The James V. Brown Library, 19 E. Fourth St., Williamsport, Pa., is the place to go to learn, connect and grow. Founded in June 1907, the library champions the love of reading, opens new doors to lifelong learning, provides a haven to those who seek and ensures the preservation of public library services for future generations. The library has more than 225,000 visitors in a year and circulates a half-million items annually. A member of the Lycoming County Library System, the James V. Brown Library participates in PA Forward, a statewide initiative to promote literacies in our communities to power a better future for everyone.