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Patent Classes

Science & Technology Division
330-643-9075


Class size is limited. Contact the Science & Technology division to sign up for all classes.

AN INTRODUCTION TO TRADEMARKS – NAMING YOUR PRODUCT AND PROTECTING YOUR BRAND
Whether you are starting a new business or expanding a current business, trademarks are a great way to establish your corporate identity. Our class will demonstrate how to search state and federal trademark databases.
Please note: meet in Meeting Room 1 on the High Street Level.
Thursday, October 29, 7-8 pm
Class size is limited. Please contact the Science and Technology Division to sign up.

INTRODUCTION TO ONLINE PATENT SEARCHING

Do you have a great idea for an invention? We can show you how to do a patent search using the United States Patent & Trademark Web site. Basic
computer skills and familiarity with the internet is preferred. Please note: this class will meet in the Patent Alcove in the Science & Technology
department on the following:
Saturdays, 10 am-12 pm: September 19;
October 17; November 21

Class size is limited. Please contact the Science and Technology Division to sign up.

AN INTRODUCTION TO INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Just like other types of property, intellectual property needs to be protected from unauthorized use. This program is an introduction to the four ways to protect intellectual property–patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets.
Please note: Meeting Room 1, High Street Level – 7-8 pm the following evenings:
Wednesday, September 16; Monday, o
October 12; Wednesday, November 18

Class size is limited. Please contact the Science and Technology Division to sign up.

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This content is being provided "as is" without warranties, either expressed or implied, of any kind. This information is provided with the understanding that the Akron-Summit County Public Library is not engaged in rendering legal or other professional services. If legal advice or other expert assistance is required, the services of a competent professional should be sought.

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INVENT-A-PALOOZA
Saturday, October 3, 2009
A day-long celebration of all things inventive geared toward the independent inventor and entrepreneur. Featuring Patent it Yourself author David Pressman, library resources for marketing your invention, a model bridge building competition, a presentation by the US Patent & Trademark Office, and more.
See the schedule of events here.
 


The Library will arrange to interpret our programs for deaf and hard of hearing people. To arrange for an interpreter, please call 330-643-9106 or 216-861-4587.

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