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Hoyt Main

9:00am-5:00pm
(989) 755-0904

Hoyt Main
505 Janes Avenue
Saginaw, MI 48607
United States

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Sun: Closed
Mon-Thu: 9:00am-8:00pm
Fri: 9:00am-5:00pm
Sat: Closed

Butman-Fish

9:00am-5:00pm
(989) 799-9160

Butman-Fish
1716 Hancock Street
Saginaw, MI 48602
United States

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Sun: Closed
Mon-Thu: 11:00am-7:00pm
Fri: 9:00am-5:00pm
Sat: Closed

Wickes

Closed
(989) 752-3821

Wickes
1713 Hess Street
Saginaw, MI 48601
United States

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Sun: Closed
Mon-Thu: 12:00pm-6:00pm
Fri-Sat: Closed

Zauel Memorial

9:00am-5:00pm
(989) 799-2771

Zauel Memorial
3100 North Center Road
Saginaw, MI 48603
United States

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Sun: Closed
Mon-Tue: 9:00am-9:00pm
Wed: 12:00pm-9:00pm
Thu: 9:00am-9:00pm
Fri: 9:00am-5:00pm
Sat: Closed

Bookmobile

Closed
(989) 280-0837

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Sun-Sat: Closed

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Businesses & Grants

Business Resources

The Public Libraries of Saginaw occasionally partners with other local organizations to offer free seminars for business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs. These seminars help new entrepreneurs assess their abilities to lead and manage a company, and introduce them to tools to evaluate market and sales potential for their products and services.

Nonprofit Grant Resources

 

As a member of Candid.org’s nationwide network of libraries, community foundations, and other nonprofit agencies, Hoyt Library provides visitors with free public access to Candid’s products, services and resources. At our location, you can access the Foundation Directory Online Professional, Grants to Individuals and other resources to assist and strengthen your nonprofit organization.

Databases

AtoZ Databases

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Detailed information on 30 million businesses and executives and 2 million new businesses. Includes data on over 200 million residents as well as new movers/homeowners. Special features include a background and criminal history search. Information provided on U. S. healthcare professionals. Includes a jobs database and email marketing.

Business Book Summaries

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Provides concise, comprehensive summaries of the best business books. Professionals and students can use these to keep up with the latest information in the business world.

Consumer Reports

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Provides clear reviews of commonly purchased products. Consumer Reports uses careful research, consumer insights, journalism, and policy expertise to help you inform purchase decisions. Also works to improve the products and services that businesses deliver, and drive regulatory and fair competitive practices.

eBook Business Collection

eBook Business Collection

A key resource for academic and business school libraries. You may access the full text of these eBooks from your computer, or download titles to most popular portable devices.

Entrepreneurial Studies Source

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Resource for business students and researchers. It provides insights on entrepreneurship and small businesses topics. Offers full text business journals, magazines, reference books, case studies, and company profiles.

MasterFile Complete

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Broad collection of popular full-text magazines and reference books. Contains Consumer Reports. Covers subjects including: business, health, education, fitness, sports and leisure, personal finance, general science, multicultural issues, DIY, and fashion. Also includes photos, maps, and flags.

Nonprofit Startup Resources

Candid Learning

Find helpful resources for starting a nonprofit, such as checklists, nonprofit associations, legal support, and government agencies.

Regional Business News

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Regional business publications for the United States and Canadian provinces from 1990. Includes newspapers, radio and television news transcripts, trade publications, magazines, and newswires.

Small Business Development Center

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The Michigan Small Business Development Center offers expert assistance at no cost to entrepreneurs looking to start or grow a business.

Small Business Reference Center

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Covers all aspects of starting and operating a business. Includes information on accounting, finance, human resources, management, marketing, tax, and more. State-specific information included.

The Michigan Economic Development Corporation

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The Michigan Economic Development Corporation, in collaboration with more than 100 economic development partners, markets Michigan as the place to do business, assists businesses in their growth strategies, and fosters the growth of vibrant communities across the state.

The Saginaw Economic Development Corporation

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The primary goals of the Saginaw Economic Development Corporation follow:

To create permanent jobs and retain existing jobs for low-and-moderate-income residents.

To provide economic opportunities in the City of Saginaw for new and expanding businesses, including businesses owned by minorities and women.

To stimulate the redevelopment of under-utilized and deteriorated commercial and industrial property in the City of Saginaw.

The Small Business Association of Michigan

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The Small Business Association of Michigan is the only statewide and state-based association that focuses solely on serving the needs of Michigan’s small business community.

Value Line

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Whether you’re a beginning investor or a veteran looking for high-impact ideas, Value Line can position you for financial success quickly and easily. The uncontested authority in reliable, unbiased information, Value Line puts you in the driver’s seat with accurate and insightful investment research on companies, industries, markets and economies. From the latest data, sophisticated tools and proven ranks to expert analysis and guidance, Value Line gives you the power to evaluate investments with confidence. Make smarter, more profitable decisions with Value Line.

Upcoming Events

This event is in the "Children" group.
May 23 2025 Fri

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
May 23 2025 Fri

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Butman-Fish
Room: Butman-Fish Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Drop-in storytime fun! We can't wait to have you join us for stories, music, crafts, games, and more!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
May 23 2025 Fri

Friday Flicks with Riverside Film Festival

2:00pm - 4:30pm
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May 23 2025 Fri

Friday Flicks with Riverside Film Festival

2:00pm - 4:30pm
Library Branch: Butman-Fish
Room: Butman-Fish Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Description:

Do you miss the Valley Film Society? Join us for a series of independent, foreign, and art house films at the library!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
May 23 2025 Fri

Book Club Soiree

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May 23 2025 Fri

Book Club Soiree

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Description:

Join us for a fellowship and book discussion with PFLAG Great Lakes Bay.

May 24 2025 Sat

Memorial Day Saturday Administrative Closing

All Day
Closing
May 24 2025 Sat
Closing

Memorial Day Saturday Administrative Closing

All Day
Branches:
Hoyt Main, Butman-Fish, Wickes, Zauel Memorial, Bookmobile
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
May 24 2025 Sat

Silent Book Club

3:30pm - 4:45pm
Adults, Teens
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
May 24 2025 Sat

Silent Book Club

3:30pm - 4:45pm
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Description:

Welcome to Introvert Happy Hour. The Silent Book Club will be meeting at the Red Eye Cafe on the 4th Saturday of the month, 3:30-4:45 p.m. No required reading, optional book discussion. Come read with us!

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Saginaw, MI 48607

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