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Ready for a mobile cash register? Square, an application that can be downloaded to an iPad, iPhone or Andriod device, is just that. It accepts credit card payments anywhere—without the heavy technology.

Established by glass artist Jim McKelvey and Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey, the seller either types in the credit card number or swipes it via a headphone-jack card reader, and the customer signs the screen and receives an electronic receipt.

Challenge the way you do business. These titles will show you how to take a no-prisoners approach to profits, use listening as the key to getting through to others, and get onboard with social media.

Do you want to update your knowledge of the latest techniques in glass, ceramics or fiber? Watch emerging artists in action? Or discuss the state of craft? We’ve gathered the latest information on nationwide conferences, workshops and lectures to help you do just that.