We’re excited to announce the Massachusetts Library System (MLS) learning lineup for fall 2026! Join us for workshops on library-related topics throughout the season.
You can now earn IACET CEUs by successfully completing these workshops. You’ll receive a certificate documenting your completion and the CEUs awarded by MLS, an IACET-accredited provider.
Visit the Learning Hub to register for any workshop and view our full lineup below:
Manager Essentials: Managing People Challenges
With Andrew Sanderbeck
Tuesday, September 29 from 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m., MLS Northampton Office
Thursday, October 1 from 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m., MLS Marlborough Office
Stronger Customer Service, Stronger Library
With Martha Meacham
Friday, October 2 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., MLS Marlborough Office
Monday, October 19 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., MLS Northampton Office
Leading Musical Storytimes: Tools and Techniques
With Jessica Cheung
Tuesday, October 6 from 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m., MLS Marlborough Office
Wednesday, October 7 from 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m., MLS Northampton Office
Speak Up: Public Speaking and Presentation Skills for Library Workers
With Jane Stimpson
Wednesday, October 14 from 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., MLS Northampton Office
Thursday, November 19 from 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., MLS Marlborough Office
Manager Essentials: Managing Decisions and Staff Communication
With Andrew Sanderbeck
Wednesday, October 28 from 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m., MLS Marlborough Office
Thursday, October 29 from 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m., MLS Northampton Office
Discover, Listen, Plan: Needs Assessment for Library Strategic Plans
With Michelle Eberle
Friday, November 6 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., MLS Marlborough Office
Friday, November 20 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., MLS Northampton Office
Strengthen Your Library Through Effective Policies
With Katherine Adelberg
Tuesday, November 17 from 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., MLS Marlborough Office
Thursday, December 3 from 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., MLS Northampton Office
Weeding Basics: Curating Collections for Community Benefit
With Christi Farrar
Monday, November 16 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., MLS Northampton Office
Wednesday, December 2 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., MLS Marlborough Office
Please contact Learning Experience Program Manager Hillary Washburn (hillary@masslibsystem.org) with any questions.
