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Wednesday May 22, 2013			Go To Top
		Lynda.com Registration
		Contact: Amanda Fauver 1-866-627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Register Here for Lynda.com. If you can connect to the Internet, you can learn anywhere, anytime! Please Read the Following Lynda.com access begins on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. A registered user has access to all the training resources available on Lynda.com during a two-week access period. Please limit yourself to one two-week session every three months. Lynda.com workshops are videos. You must have the latest version of QuickTime or Windows Media Player installed on your computer. System Requirements can be found online here. To use the MLS account, free-of-charge, you must be a current staff member at a MLS member library. NOTE: Lynda.com is very popular with you & your collegues! Please be prudent about the 2-week time-period you sign up for. Be sure you can use Lynda.com during that time-period. If you've already registered for a time-period when you will be unable to use Lynda.com, please let MLS know to give others an opportunity to register. If this session is full, please register on an upcoming start date. Session registrations appear on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month. More about Lynda.com via the MLS.
		Location: online
		REGISTRATION CLOSED. (NO WAITING LIST)

	10:30 AM - 1:00 PM	MLS Youth Services Committee Meeting
		Contact: Susan Babb (866) 627-7228 susan@masslibsystem.org
		Location: Shrewsbury Public Library 609 Main St. Shrewsbury, MA 01545

	2:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Global Literature [MLS Marlborough]-CANCELLED
		Contact: Amanda Fauver 866-627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Today's children will live in a global society. Where do librarians look for literature about children and cultures world-wide? This workshop will examine books about children around the world , the awards available and publishers that have a strong interest in global issues. Instructed by Pat Keogh Pat Keogh is a retired Weston elementary school librarian. She teaches children’s literature at area colleges and speaks on the subject to parents and educators. Directions to the MLS Marlboro Office
		Location: MLS-Marlborough Office 225 Cedar Hill St., Suite 229 Marlborough, MA (866) 627-7228
		The registration period has ended.
Thursday May 23, 2013			Go To Top
	10:00 AM - 12:30 PM	Skill Builder: Legal Reference [Worcester Law]
		Contact: Amanda Fauver 866-627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Join MLS and practicing Law Librarians from MA Trial Court Law Libraries to learn the fundamentals of fielding and responding to questions regarding legal concerns. Law Librarians will walk you through their web site at www.lawlib.state.ma.us, highlighting their “Massachusetts Law About…” web pages, links to primary source law, and their “Ask a Librarian” services. You will have a chance to get a library card, which will give you remote access to legal databases and nolo.com legal self-help books. Attendees will learn how to read a legal citation, distinguish civil from criminal issues, locate legal definitions and identify relevant legal materials suitable for your own collection. As an added bonus, network with MA Law Librarians who are available to assist you and your patrons navigating the legal reference system. Feel free to bring your most challenging legal reference question for discussion. Directions
		Location: Worcester Law Library 184 Main St. Worcester, MA 01608
		There are 3 spaces available.

	3:30 PM - 5:30 PM	SASP- Susan and Sarah's Picks[Danvers]
		Contact: Amanda Fauver 866-627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Ever wish someone would tell you what new teen books are any good? Want to know which ones are really terrible too? Join Sarah Sogigian and Susan Babb, Advisors at the Massachusetts Library System to hear about what's new and what's ahead in YA literature! (You may even get to hear about some titles before they're even on sale.) This program will present fun and interesting books that will be appreciated by readers in your libraries. Parking: Go around to the back of the building and park in the parking lot out back. Then come to the main entrance, also in the back. Library is on the second floor. There will be signs.
		Location: Holten-Richmond Middle School, 55 Conant Street, Danvers

Tuesday May 28, 2013			Go To Top
	9:45 AM - 12:00 PM	Readers Advisory Round Table [Tewksbury]
		The Readers Advisory Roundtable's Genre: Food Memoirs Benchmarks: Everyone reads Ruth Reichl's Tender to the Bone Read 2nd title in the Food Memoir genre--look on the RA RT's blog: http://ragenrestudy.wordpress.com for a list of supporting materials. Appeal to be read for May meeting: Focus on all the appeal factors, but really think about point of view, the building of character, and tone. Please email Leane Ellis (ellis@noblenet.org) if you wish to attend. All are welcome whether you have attended before, or would like to investigate what genre study is all about. Leane Ellis, Reference and Readers' Advisory Librarian Lucius Beebe Memorial Library, Wakefield, Massachusetts ellis@noblenet.org North of Boston Library Exchange Meeting every other month, the Readers Advisory Roundtable shall read from one genre—and then discuss the appeal of that genre with each other emphasizing the building of a skill set of appeal categories and familiarity of genre particulars. They shall cover a different genre every meeting, allowing each of the participants to be introduced to the discipline of reading for appeal, as well as an initiation to broad genre categories. Everyone participating will be able to share analysis of titles and authors in unfamiliar genres that will stretch their capacity as Readers’ Advisors. The Discussion Leaders are: Leane Ellis, Beebe Library (ellis@noblenet.org) and Nanci Milone Hill (nhill@mvlc.org). [Directions - Tewksbury Public Library]
		Location: Tewksbury Public Library 300 Chandler St Tewksbury, MA 01876 (978) 640-4490

	10:30 AM - 12:30 PM	MHEC Cooperative Purchasing Training [Lakeville]
		Contact: Catherine Utt catherine@masslibsystem.org
		MHEC and MLS have partnered to improve and expand upon the MLS Supplies and Materials Purchasing Coop. Please join us and learn how to find MHEC contracts and helpful information about the MHEC website. Discover short cuts, tips and opportunities to save you both time and money. Directions Via Google Maps
		Location: Lakeville Public Library 4 Precinct Street Lakeville, MA 02347

Wednesday May 29, 2013			Go To Top
	10:30 AM - 12:30 PM	Can't Miss Books [Carver]
		Contact: Amanda Fauver (866) 627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Pat Keogh presents children’s books too good to miss! Join us for new suggestions for your collections, and to see the books prior to ordering. Please bring a favorite recommendation of your own. Pat Keogh is a retired Weston elementary school librarian. She teaches children’s literature at area colleges and speaks on the subject to parents and educators. Directions
		Location: Carver Public Library 2 Meadowbrook Way Carver, MA 02330
		There are 26 spaces available.

	10:30 AM - 1:00 PM	Skill Builder: Legal Reference [Pittsfield]
		Contact: Amanda Fauver 866-627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Join MLS and practicing Law Librarians from MA Trial Court Law Libraries to learn the fundamentals of fielding and responding to questions regarding legal concerns. Law Librarians will walk you through their web site at www.lawlib.state.ma.us, highlighting their “Massachusetts Law About…” web pages, links to primary source law, and their “Ask a Librarian” services. You will have a chance to get a library card, which will give you remote access to legal databases and nolo.com legal self-help books. Attendees will learn how to read a legal citation, distinguish civil from criminal issues, locate legal definitions and identify relevant legal materials suitable for your own collection. As an added bonus, network with MA Law Librarians who are available to assist you and your patrons navigating the legal reference system. Feel free to bring your most challenging legal reference question for discussion. Directions
		Location: Berkshire Athenaeum 1 Wendell Avenue Pittsfield, MA (413) 499-9480
		There are 17 spaces available.
Thursday May 30, 2013			Go To Top
	10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Can't Miss Books [MLS Marlboro]
		Contact: Amanda Fauver (866) 627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Pat Keogh presents children’s books too good to miss! Join us for new suggestions for your collections, and to see the books prior to ordering. Please bring a favorite recommendation of your own. Pat Keogh is a retired Weston elementary school librarian. She teaches children’s literature at area colleges and speaks on the subject to parents and educators. Directions
		Location: MLS-Marlborough Office 225 Cedar Hill St., Suite 229 Marlborough, MA (866) 627-7228
		There are 22 spaces available.
Friday May 31, 2013			Go To Top
	9:00 AM - 3:00 PM	My College Freshman is Your High School Senior [Gardner]
		Contact: Amanda Fauver 508-357-2121 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		“My College Freshman is Your High School Senior,” will focus on 21st Century Skills, Standards/Common Core, Collaborations, Technology, Academic Integrity & Assessment. This event gives librarians of all types (school, public and academic), teachers, college faculty, and administrators a rare opportunity to come together to discuss their common concerns and strategize on ways to best prepare their students as they proceed through the educational system and into the workforce. Keynote Speakers for this event are: Patricia Crosson, Senior Advisor for Academic Policy for the Massachusetts Dept. of Higher Education & Aundrea Kelley, Deputy Commissioner for P-16 Policy and Collaborative Initiatives for the Massachusetts Dept. of Higher Education. Agenda for the day also includes a Keynote Panel, and break-out discussions among the participants. DATE: FRIDAY, MAY 31, 2013 TIME: 9AM-3PM (Light lunch will be provided) WHERE: South Cafeteria, MOUNT WACHUSETT COMMUNITY COLLEGE (Main Campus), GARDNER, MA SATELLITE LOCATION: WILKENS LIBRARY, CAPE COD COMMUNITY COLLEGE, WEST BARNSTABLE, MA (to register for the Satellite Location, please click here) THIS IS A FREE EVENT REGISTRATION REQUIRED Note: MLS is a PDP provider and will provide Certificates of Attendance towards PDPs. Directions to Main Campus for MWCC
		Location: Mount Wachusett Community College 444 Green Street Gardner, MA 01440
		The registration period has ended.

	9:00 AM - 3:00 PM	My College Freshman is Your High School Senior [West Barnstable]
		Contact: Amanda Fauver 508-357-2121 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		YOU ARE REGISTERING TO ATTEND THE SATELLITE LOCATION AT CAPE COD COMMUNITY COLLEGE. “My College Freshman is Your High School Senior,” will focus on 21st Century Skills, Standards/Common Core, Collaborations, Technology, Academic Integrity & Assessment. This event gives librarians of all types (school, public and academic), teachers, college faculty, and administrators a rare opportunity to come together to discuss their common concerns and strategize on ways to best prepare their students as they proceed through the educational system and into the workforce. Keynote Speakers for this event are: Patricia Crosson, Senior Advisor for Academic Policy for the Massachusetts Dept. of Higher Education & Aundrea Kelley, Deputy Commissioner for P-16 Policy and Collaborative Initiatives for the Massachusetts Dept. of Higher Education. Agenda for the day also includes a Keynote Panel, and break-out discussions among the participants. DATE: FRIDAY, MAY 31, 2013 TIME: 9AM-3PM (Light lunch will be provided) WHERE: LACHANCE LIBRARY, MOUNT WACHUSETT COMMUNITY COLLEGE (Main Campus), GARDNER, MA SATELLITE LOCATION: WILKENS LIBRARY, CAPE COD COMMUNITY COLLEGE, WEST BARNSTABLE, MA THIS IS A FREE EVENT REGISTRATION REQUIRED Note: MLS is a PDP provider and will provide Certificates of Attendance towards PDPs. Directions to Cape Cod Community College
		Location: Cape Cod Community College Wilkens Library 2240 Iyanough Road West Barnstable, MA 02668
		The registration period has ended.

Monday June 3, 2013			Go To Top
	3:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Must Have Apps for Mobile Devices: Library Software [webinar]
		Contact: Amanda Fauver (866) 627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		The days of “Bigger is better” are over. Now the power and functionality of a desktop computer are in tiny devices such as tablets, music players, and cell phones. In this workshop, we will view some of the popular applications useful for reference, reading, and working in a library on a hand-held device. This workshop will be led by Rita Gavelis, LibAssist - http://www.libassist.com/, rita@libassist.com. *Participants will receive GoToWebinar information in advance of the session.* Click HERE for a GoToWebinar Attendee Guide. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
		Location: Online-GoToWebinar
Tuesday June 4, 2013			Go To Top
	10:30 AM - 12:30 PM	CHaTS of Western Mass
		Contact: Stephanie Maher smaher@palmer.lib.ma.us
		Come and discuss your upcoming Summer Reading Program & get some last minute tips, be part of the discussion on how to expand CHaTs and help it grow, and help us organize and plan a Performer Showcase slated for the fall of 2013! If you like to join us please email Stephanie Maher (smaher@palmer.lib.ma.us) or Krista Navin (knavin@palmer.lib.ma.us). And for more info on CHaTs of Western Mass check out our Facebook page:
		Location: Palmer Public Library 1455 North Main Street Palmer, MA 01069 413-283-3330

	10:30 AM - 1:30 PM	Services, Smiles, and Support: Customer Service Workshop [Barnstable]
		Contact: Amanda Fauver (866) 627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Sarah Sogigian and Deb Hoadley, MA Library System Advisors, will be presenting this interactive and entertaining presentation on the shift from customer service to customer experience. During this workshop you will identify tools and strategies for a customer service experience that creates support for the future. Other dates and locations for this workshop: May 7 from 1:00pm-4:00pm at the J.V. Fletcher Library in Westford May 21 from 10:00am-1:00pm in Holyoke (location TBA) Sturgis Library 3090 Main Street P.O. Box 606 Barnstable, MA 02630 Directions
		There are 20 spaces available.
Wednesday June 5, 2013			Go To Top
	10:30 AM - 12:30 PM	Global Literature [Palmer]
		Contact: Amanda Fauver 866-627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Today's children will live in a global society. Where do librarians look for literature about children and cultures world-wide? This workshop will examine books about children around the world , the awards available and publishers that have a strong interest in global issues. Instructed by Pat Keogh Pat Keogh is a retired Weston elementary school librarian. She teaches children’s literature at area colleges and speaks on the subject to parents and educators. Directions
		Location: Palmer Public Library 1455 North Main Street Palmer, MA 01069 413-283-3330
		There are 19 spaces available.
Thursday June 6, 2013			Go To Top
	10:00 AM - 1:00 PM	Accidental Cataloger Looks at RDA [MLS Whately]
		Contact: Mary King 866-627-7228 X117 mking@masslibsystem.org
		Resource Description and Access (RDA) is the new content standard adopted by the Library of Congress as of March 31, 2013. It is different in many ways from the Anglo-American Cataloging Rules (AACR2) in use since 1978, but similar in other ways. This workshop will chronicle RDA’s development, the thought process behind its structure, how it works, its differences from and similarities to AACR2, and where to look for more information. This 3-hour workshop is led by cataloging consultant Dodie Gaudet. It is also being offered at the MLS-Marlborough office on Thursday May 16. [Directions - MLS-Whately]
		Location: MLS - Whately Office 4 Sandy Lane Whately, MA (866-627-7228)


	11:00 AM - 1:00 PM	SASP- Susan and Sarah's Picks [Lakeville]
		Contact: Amanda Fauver (866) 627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Ever wish someone would tell you what new teen books are any good? Want to know which ones are really terrible too? Join Sarah Sogigian and Susan Babb, Advisors at the Massachusetts Library System to hear about what's new and what's ahead in YA literature! (You may even get to hear about some titles before they're even on sale.) This program will present fun and interesting books that will be appreciated by readers in your libraries. [Directions - Lakeville Public Library]
		Location: Lakeville Public Library 4 Precinct St. Lakeville, MA 02347

Friday June 7, 2013			Go To Top
	9:30 AM - 12:30 PM	Managing Your Digital Photo's Online [MLS Whately]
		Contact: Amanda Fauver 866-627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		With the digital photo format it is easy to share and post pictures online. This workshop will look at how to organize your photos, options for storage and backup, and how to upload to sites to share with others. We will also talk about different file formats, resizing images, options for printing, data recovery, and software and online sites for editing and organizing your photos. Instructed by Barbara Andrews of Andrews Consulting Directions
		Location: MLS - Whately Office 4 Sandy Lane Whately, MA (800) 282-7755
		There are 24 spaces available.

	10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Small Library Roundtable [Chester]
		Contact: Mary King 866-627-7228, X117 mking@masslibsystem.org
		The expectations of our community members are always expanding. Resource sharing as part of a network is now considered essential for any public library; e-books and e-readers are expected by many of our patrons in all size communities. Using social media to promote library events is recommended, yet our staffing levels and our abilities haven't necessarily kept up. And while expectations grow, our budgets don't, so fundraising is often part of the mix of our responsibilities. How can we keep our small community libraries viable and sustainable under these conditions? Please join us for a discussion of small library issues as we search for some practical solutions. Greg Pronevitz, Executive Director of MLS and Mary King, Advisor, will facilitate the discussion. Let's talk small and successful! Please join us. Directions Via Google Maps
		Location: Hamilton Memorial Library #195 Route 20 Chester MA Next to Chester Village Market
		There are 7 spaces available.

	10:00 AM - 3:00 PM	Transforming Preschool Storyhour [Chicopee]
		Contact: Shelley Quezada 1-800-952-7403 shelley.quezada@state.ma.us
		Looking for a new approach to storytime that expands the story experience? If so, this workshop is for you! Noted early literacy specialist, Dr. Betsy Diamant-Cohen will present a newly designed training on Transforming Preschool Storytimes based on her new book of the same name. This workshop is designed for librarians who have already presented hundreds of preschool storytimes as well as for newcomers to the field. Workshop participants will learn how to : Use a selected book in a number of consecutive preschool storytimes. Explore ways to present the selected book differently each time. Employ repetition with variety. Incorporate recent theories on how children’s brains work. Use book-related activities to reinforce essential life skills. Connect and engage children with stories on multiple levels. Experience the benefits of a transformed storytime! The MBLC is sponsoring two workshops from noted early literacy specialist, Dr. Betsy Diamant-Cohen, creator of Mother Goose on the Loose. Programs will be offered on two different dates: Friday, June 7 from 10- 3:00 pm at the Chicopee Public Library Monday June 10 from 10:00-3:00 pm at the Boxborough Public Library. Workshop participants should bring a non-refrigerated lunch with them since food will not be provided. Directions
		Location: Chicopee Public Library 449 Front St., Chicopee, MA 01013

Monday June 10, 2013			Go To Top
	10:00 AM - 3:00 PM	Transforming Preschool Storyhour [Boxborough]
		Contact: Shelley Quezada 1-800-952-7403 shelley.quezada@state.ma.us
		Looking for a new approach to storytime that expands the story experience? If so, this workshop is for you! Noted early literacy specialist, Dr. Betsy Diamant-Cohen will present a newly designed training on Transforming Preschool Storytimes based on her new book of the same name. This workshop is designed for librarians who have already presented hundreds of preschool storytimes as well as for newcomers to the field. Workshop participants will learn how to : Use a selected book in a number of consecutive preschool storytimes. Explore ways to present the selected book differently each time. Employ repetition with variety. Incorporate recent theories on how children’s brains work. Use book-related activities to reinforce essential life skills. Connect and engage children with stories on multiple levels. Experience the benefits of a transformed storytime! The MBLC is sponsoring two workshops from noted early literacy specialist, Dr. Betsy Diamant-Cohen, creator of Mother Goose on the Loose. Programs will be offered on two different dates: Friday, June 7 from 10- 3:00 pm at the Chicopee Public Library Monday June 10 from 10:00-3:00 pm at the Boxborough Public Library. Workshop participants should bring a non-refrigerated lunch with them since food will not be provided. Directions
		Location: Sargent Memorial Library, 427 Massachusetts Ave., Boxborough


	3:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Top Tech Sites: DIY – Great Tech “How-To” sites [webinar]
		Contact: Amanda Fauver (866) 627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Technology surrounds us. Everywhere we look, we see a gadget of some time, whether it is a computer, printer, cell phone, or MP3 player. Technology is great when it works, unfortunately that is not always the case. In this workshop, we will explore some of the more useful websites for learning how devices work, to fixing them when they don’t. This workshop will be led by Rita Gavelis, LibAssist - http://www.libassist.com/, rita@libassist.com. *Participants will receive GoToWebinar information in advance of the session.* Click HERE for a GoToWebinar Attendee Guide. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
		Location: Online-GoToWebinar
Tuesday June 11, 2013			Go To Top
	9:30 AM - 11:30 AM	Manage Your Time, Your Computer, and Free Online Tools to get Organized [Bridgewater]
		Contact: Amanda Fauver 866-627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Is it impossible to find archival and even recently created files on your computer? Are you constantly being intrrrupted and finding it difficult to manage your time? Do you have notes scribbled on the back of receipts and multiple calendars so it is inefficient in terms of getting tasks accomplished and managing your time? The course will look at techniques and free online tools in increase productivity by managing time, your computer, tasks, projects and notes. We will also look at using these tools to enhance collaboration with co-workers. Instructed by Barbara Andrews of Andrews Consulting Directions
		Location: Bridgewater Public Library 15 South Street Bridgewater, MA 02324
		There are 10 spaces available.

Wednesday June 12, 2013			Go To Top
		Lynda.com Registration
		Contact: Amanda Fauver 1-866-627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Register Here for Lynda.com. If you can connect to the Internet, you can learn anywhere, anytime! Please Read the Following Lynda.com access begins on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. A registered user has access to all the training resources available on Lynda.com during a two-week access period. Please limit yourself to one two-week session every three months. Lynda.com workshops are videos. You must have the latest version of QuickTime or Windows Media Player installed on your computer. System Requirements can be found online here. To use the MLS account, free-of-charge, you must be a current staff member at a MLS member library. NOTE: Lynda.com is very popular with you & your collegues! Please be prudent about the 2-week time-period you sign up for. Be sure you can use Lynda.com during that time-period. If you've already registered for a time-period when you will be unable to use Lynda.com, please let MLS know to give others an opportunity to register. If this session is full, please register on an upcoming start date. Session registrations appear on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month. More about Lynda.com via the MLS.
		Location: online
		REGISTRATION CLOSED. (NO WAITING LIST)
Thursday June 13, 2013			Go To Top
	9:00 AM - 3:00 PM	Making Change: Transformation and Creativity in Libraries [Worcester]
		Contact: Amanda Fauver amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Both the Registration and the Waitlist are full for this program. Thank you for your interest and enthusiasm. Changing before our eyes: our customers, their reading habits and their needs. How we respond will transform our libraries’ futures. Many libraries meet the challenge of change by embracing the creative community in traditional or up-to-the-moment ways. Join us for a daylong event that will transform and inspire as well as provide some outstanding models for embedding creativity in your library. Heree are just a few of our speakers and sessios: Reinvention of Libraries - Lee Rainie, Director of Pew Research Center's Internet & American Life Project Making and Learning in the Library - Bill Derry, Assistant Director, Innovation and User Experience, Westport Public Librar LABRARY Road Show – Jeff Goldenson, Designer, Harvard Library Innovation Lab Ten table talks by Massachusetts institutions that foster creativity Closing Keynote: Ping Fu, co-founder, Geomagic, and author of Bend, Not Break: A Life in Two WorldsHarvard Library Innovation Lab Visit the conference website for complete program information. This full day conference is free of charge, but advance registration is required. Member library staff in all roles and departments should attend. *Please Note:* Morning coffee and lunch are included and free parking will be available at the Major Taylor Parking Garage only. Making Change: Transformation and Creativity in Libraries will be held at the DCU Center in Worcester, MA. Enter the revolving doors of the DCU Center on Mayjor Taylor BLVD and take the escalator up to the third floor. Registration will open at 9 am on the third floor near the entrance to the Ball Room. Ping Fu will be available for book signing at the conclusion of the conference. If you are interested in purchasing a book for the author to sign please bring a check. We will not be able to accept credit cards or cash. **WiFi is provided by a third party for a fee at the conference center. Directions
		Location: DCU Center 50 Foster Street Worcester, MA 01608
		REGISTRATION CLOSED. (WAITING LIST FULL)
Friday June 14, 2013			Go To Top
	10:00 AM - 10:45 AM	Mass Center for the Book [Webinar]
		Contact: Amanda Fauver 1-866-627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		The Mass Center for the Book sponsors a monthly 45-minute webinar. Each session begins with announcements of important literary news events and then focuses on a special topic. June topic: Report from Book Expo/Summer Events Preview What books will publishers be booming in the Fall? Join us for the report from Book Expo and get a preview of ALA annual plans as well. We'll also talk about the upcoming literary/cultural events of the summer season.


	10:30 AM - 1:00 PM	Skill Builder: Legal Reference [North Andover]
		Contact: Amanda Fauver 866-627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Join MLS and practicing Law Librarians from MA Trial Court Law Libraries to learn the fundamentals of fielding and responding to questions regarding legal concerns. Law Librarians will walk you through their web site at www.lawlib.state.ma.us, highlighting their “Massachusetts Law About…” web pages, links to primary source law, and their “Ask a Librarian” services. You will have a chance to get a library card, which will give you remote access to legal databases and nolo.com legal self-help books. Attendees will learn how to read a legal citation, distinguish civil from criminal issues, locate legal definitions and identify relevant legal materials suitable for your own collection. As an added bonus, network with MA Law Librarians who are available to assist you and your patrons navigating the legal reference system. Feel free to bring your most challenging legal reference question for discussion. Directions
		Location: Stevens Memorial Library 345 Main Street North Andover, MA 01845
		There are 23 spaces available.
Monday June 17, 2013			Go To Top
	1:00 PM - 3:30 PM	Accidental Instruction Librarian [Bellingham]
		Contact: Kelly Jo Woodside Kelly@masslibsystem.org
		So you’ve been asked to teach a class at your library, and the very idea fills you with dread. Or you’ve noticed a lot of patrons struggling with a particular resource or technology, but you’re not sure how to develop effective training. Or you’ve led a library workshop or two that didn’t go quite as smoothly you’d hoped. If any of these scenarios sounds familiar, this session is for you! After attending, you will be able to: 1. Match learner needs with appropriate classroom management strategies in order to foster a positive experience for your patrons. 2. Apply the ADDIE instructional design model in order to improve an existing library workshop or create a new one step-by-step. 3. Leverage your existing strengths (e.g., from working the Reference or Information Desk) and knowledge (e.g., of a subject specialty, or even a favorite hobby) in order to develop your inner instruction librarian. This workshop is designed with public librarians in mind, but anyone who wants to build their skills and confidence as a library instructor is welcome to attend. Kelly Jo Woodside, MLS advisor and veteran instruction librarian, will facilitate. Bernadette Rivard, director at Bellingham will join us and share sample instructional materials from her workshops. Directions
		Location: Bellingham Public Library 100 Blackstone St. Bellingham, MA 02019
		There are 18 spaces available.

	3:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Sharing with Social Media: Pinterest [webinar]
		Contact: Amanda Fauver 1-866-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Pinterest is a virtual pinboard, allowing you to quickly organize and share all the things that interest you on the web, from planning events to organizing articles on interesting topics. You can share with friends, or even browse pinboards created by others. In this workshop, we will explore the various Pinterest features, as well as discuss how you can use it to promote your library. This workshop will be led by Rita Gavelis, LibAssist - http://www.libassist.com/. *Participants will receive webinar information in advance of the session.* Click HERE for a GoToWebinar Attendee Guide. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
		Location: Online-GoToWebinar
Tuesday June 18, 2013			Go To Top
	10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Weeding Roundtable [Sunderland]
		Contact: Mary King 866-627-7228, X117 mking@masslibsystem.org
		Maintaining a fresh and attractive collection can be a challenge. It's easy to find excuses not to weed but the reasons to remove unattractive and inaccurate materials from the library far outweigh our excuses. At this roundtable we will discuss the CREW Method of weeding which guides our decisions and can add to our self-confidence as we cull the collection. Also, how do we bring all staff on board for a weeding effort? And how do we keep the public from overreacting to the disappearance of materials from the shelves? Let's talk about weeding! If you have weeding candidates that represent tricky decisions for you, bring them along; whether they are from the children's collection, adult nonfiction or another part of the collection we can all learn by sharing our ideas. Anna Popp and Mary King, Advisors at MLS, will provide information and facilitate this roundtable. Directions
		Location: Sunderland Public Library 20 School Street Sunderland, MA 01375
		There are 15 spaces available.

	3:00 PM - 4:00 PM	QR Codes: What Your Library Needs to Know [webinar]
		Contact: Amanda Fauver (866) 627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		QR codes are a two-dimensional barcode that have been used in Asia and Europe for decades but have only recently been adopted by organizations in the US. In this workshop, we will: Learn what they are Explore how to create them Discover How they can be used in your library This workshop will be led by Rita Gavelis, LibAssist - http://www.libassist.com/. *Participants will receive GoToWebinar information in advance of the session.* Click HERE for a GoToWebinar Attendee Guide. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
		Location: Online-GoToWebinar
Wednesday June 19, 2013			Go To Top
	9:30 AM - 11:30 AM	Free Online Tools for Conducting Meetings and Enhancing Collaboration [Sudbury]
		Contact: Amanda Fauver 866-627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		In this program we will look at a number of Web based applications which can be used to enhance communication and productivity among staff and library users. Zoho has an easy to use interface with many tools such as Wiki, Chat, Meeting, Writer and Projects. Other meeting sites such as Yugma, GoToMeeting and WebEx have free components as well as other low cost options. Skype is another free tool which can be used to make live video calls. Other management applications such as Basecamp, Social Bookmarking sites such as del.icio.us, online calendars and planning tools will be reviewed and demonstrated. Instructed by Barbara Andrews of Andrews Consulting Directions Via Google Maps
		Location: Goodnow Public Library 21 Concord Road Sudbury, MA 01776
		There are 20 spaces available.
Friday June 21, 2013			Go To Top
	11:00 AM - 4:00 PM	eReaderpalooza: e-readers and libraries [Townsend]
		Contact: Rick Levine 1-866-627-7228 rlevine@masslibsystem.org
		MLS Advisors Rick, Sarah, and Scott present everything you want to know about e-readers! -They will review device features, their pluses and their minuses, with library use in mind. -Learn about the array of content and vendor options for e-readers. Get some help navigating the digital e-book maze. -Get hands-on time with the various models of the Amazon Kindle, Barnes & Noble nooks, and Apple iOS devices (iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch). -Learn about Mass. libraries already deploying the various devices for their patrons and different lending / vender models. PLEASE NOTE: This is an all-day workshop and you are encouraged to bring a lunch, there will be a short lunch break, but there may be limited lunch venues near by. Directions
		Location: Townsend Public Library 12 Dudley Rd Townsend, MA (978) 597-1714

Tuesday June 25, 2013			Go To Top
	9:30 AM - 11:30 AM	Managing Files and Folders on Your Computer [Peabody]
		Contact: Amanda Fauver 866-627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		This workshop is intended for anyone who would like to learn how to organize their files for quick and easy access. Learn to explore your computer using My Computer and Windows Explorer. Other topics include file names and extensions, creating and working with files and folders, file properties, copying and deleting files and folders, moving and renaming files and folders, folder options, shortcuts, and searching for files on the computer. This workshop can be presented as a demonstration or hands on. Instructed by Barbara Andrews of Andrews Consulting Directions
		Location: Peabody Institute Library 82 Main St. Peabody, MA 01960
		There are 24 spaces available.
Wednesday June 26, 2013			Go To Top
		Lynda.com Registration
		Contact: Amanda Fauver 1-866-627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Register Here for Lynda.com. If you can connect to the Internet, you can learn anywhere, anytime! Please Read the Following Lynda.com access begins on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. A registered user has access to all the training resources available on Lynda.com during a two-week access period. Please limit yourself to one two-week session every three months. Lynda.com workshops are videos. You must have the latest version of QuickTime or Windows Media Player installed on your computer. System Requirements can be found online here. To use the MLS account, free-of-charge, you must be a current staff member at a MLS member library. NOTE: Lynda.com is very popular with you & your collegues! Please be prudent about the 2-week time-period you sign up for. Be sure you can use Lynda.com during that time-period. If you've already registered for a time-period when you will be unable to use Lynda.com, please let MLS know to give others an opportunity to register. If this session is full, please register on an upcoming start date. Session registrations appear on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month. More about Lynda.com via the MLS.
		Location: online
		REGISTRATION CLOSED. (NO WAITING LIST)


	10:30 AM - 12:30 PM	SASP- Susan and Sarah's Picks [MLS Whately]
		Contact: Amanda Fauver (866) 627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Ever wish someone would tell you what new teen books are any good? Want to know which ones are really terrible too? Join Sarah Sogigian and Susan Babb, Advisors at the Massachusetts Library System to hear about what's new and what's ahead in YA literature! (You may even get to hear about some titles before they're even on sale.) This program will present fun and interesting books that will be appreciated by readers in your libraries. Directions
		Location: MLS - Whately Office 4 Sandy Lane Whately, MA (800) 282-7755
		There are 24 spaces available.
Wednesday July 10, 2013			Go To Top
		Lynda.com Registration
		Contact: Amanda Fauver 1-866-627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Register Here for Lynda.com. If you can connect to the Internet, you can learn anywhere, anytime! Please Read the Following Lynda.com access begins on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. A registered user has access to all the training resources available on Lynda.com during a two-week access period. Please limit yourself to one two-week session every three months. Lynda.com workshops are videos. You must have the latest version of QuickTime or Windows Media Player installed on your computer. System Requirements can be found online here. To use the MLS account, free-of-charge, you must be a current staff member at a MLS member library. NOTE: Lynda.com is very popular with you & your collegues! Please be prudent about the 2-week time-period you sign up for. Be sure you can use Lynda.com during that time-period. If you've already registered for a time-period when you will be unable to use Lynda.com, please let MLS know to give others an opportunity to register. If this session is full, please register on an upcoming start date. Session registrations appear on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month. More about Lynda.com via the MLS.
		Location: online
		There are 9 spaces available.
Thursday July 11, 2013			Go To Top
	10:00 AM - 3:00 PM	Insider's View of the Library for the Commonwealth [Boston]
		Contact: Amanda Fauver amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Staff of the Boston Public Library welcomes MLS members to get to know the services of the Library for the Commonwealth. The day's itinerary includes: Research Services, including ILL, Social Sciences and more Art and Architecture Tour Rare Books and Special Collections Norman B. Leventhal Map Center Digital Services and Digital Commonwealth There will be a break for lunch on your own. Our group will be welcomed at 10 am in the Orientation Room on the first floor of the McKim Building. [Directions - Boston Public Library, Copley]
		Location: Boston Public Library, Copley 700 Boylston St Boston, MA 02116 617-536-5400
		The registration period has not begun.
Wednesday July 17, 2013			Go To Top
	1:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Be Calm & Manage On: A time management workshop [Boston]
		Are you losing track of to-do items? Staring with dismay at an ever-growing pile of ‘stuff’ you need to get to? Are you secretly taking work home with you? You don’t need to live like that. Do yourself a favor and add one more thing to your to-do list: sign up for this class. Our goal in this workshop is to give you the tools to realistically assess your workload, parse it out in a meaningful and sensible way, and think about different ways to move forward managing your responsibilities. From it all you will build a personal system for keeping track of tasks, managing projects and remembering commitments…so you can sleep well at night. Instructed by MLS Advisor, Anna Popp Directions
		Location: Congregational Library 14 Beacon St., Second Floor Boston, MA 02108
		There are 12 spaces available.
Wednesday July 24, 2013			Go To Top
		Lynda.com Registration
		Contact: Amanda Fauver 1-866-627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Register Here for Lynda.com. If you can connect to the Internet, you can learn anywhere, anytime! Please Read the Following Lynda.com access begins on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. A registered user has access to all the training resources available on Lynda.com during a two-week access period. Please limit yourself to one two-week session every three months. Lynda.com workshops are videos. You must have the latest version of QuickTime or Windows Media Player installed on your computer. System Requirements can be found online here. To use the MLS account, free-of-charge, you must be a current staff member at a MLS member library. NOTE: Lynda.com is very popular with you & your collegues! Please be prudent about the 2-week time-period you sign up for. Be sure you can use Lynda.com during that time-period. If you've already registered for a time-period when you will be unable to use Lynda.com, please let MLS know to give others an opportunity to register. If this session is full, please register on an upcoming start date. Session registrations appear on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month. More about Lynda.com via the MLS.
		Location: online
		There are 15 spaces available.
Tuesday August 6, 2013			Go To Top
	12:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Assistant Directors Forum [Ipswich]
		Contact: Giselle Stevens 978-465-4428 x224 gstevens@mvlc.org
		The Assistant Directors Forum meets a few times a year. It's a chance to share issues and ideas with each other! This forum is open to all Assistant Directors! Please RSVP to Giselle and send her any items for the agenda.
		Location: Ipswich Public Library 25 North Main Street Ipswich, MA 01938
Wednesday August 14, 2013			Go To Top
		Lynda.com Registration
		Contact: Amanda Fauver 1-866-627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Register Here for Lynda.com. If you can connect to the Internet, you can learn anywhere, anytime! Please Read the Following Lynda.com access begins on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. A registered user has access to all the training resources available on Lynda.com during a two-week access period. Please limit yourself to one two-week session every three months. Lynda.com workshops are videos. You must have the latest version of QuickTime or Windows Media Player installed on your computer. System Requirements can be found online here. To use the MLS account, free-of-charge, you must be a current staff member at a MLS member library. NOTE: Lynda.com is very popular with you & your collegues! Please be prudent about the 2-week time-period you sign up for. Be sure you can use Lynda.com during that time-period. If you've already registered for a time-period when you will be unable to use Lynda.com, please let MLS know to give others an opportunity to register. If this session is full, please register on an upcoming start date. Session registrations appear on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month. More about Lynda.com via the MLS.
		Location: online
		There are 15 spaces available.
Wednesday August 28, 2013			Go To Top
		Lynda.com Registration
		Contact: Amanda Fauver 1-866-627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Register Here for Lynda.com. If you can connect to the Internet, you can learn anywhere, anytime! Please Read the Following Lynda.com access begins on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. A registered user has access to all the training resources available on Lynda.com during a two-week access period. Please limit yourself to one two-week session every three months. Lynda.com workshops are videos. You must have the latest version of QuickTime or Windows Media Player installed on your computer. System Requirements can be found online here. To use the MLS account, free-of-charge, you must be a current staff member at a MLS member library. NOTE: Lynda.com is very popular with you & your collegues! Please be prudent about the 2-week time-period you sign up for. Be sure you can use Lynda.com during that time-period. If you've already registered for a time-period when you will be unable to use Lynda.com, please let MLS know to give others an opportunity to register. If this session is full, please register on an upcoming start date. Session registrations appear on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month. More about Lynda.com via the MLS.
		Location: online
		There are 14 spaces available.
Wednesday September 11, 2013			Go To Top
		Lynda.com Registration
		Contact: Amanda Fauver 1-866-627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Register Here for Lynda.com. If you can connect to the Internet, you can learn anywhere, anytime! Please Read the Following Lynda.com access begins on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. A registered user has access to all the training resources available on Lynda.com during a two-week access period. Please limit yourself to one two-week session every three months. Lynda.com workshops are videos. You must have the latest version of QuickTime or Windows Media Player installed on your computer. System Requirements can be found online here. To use the MLS account, free-of-charge, you must be a current staff member at a MLS member library. NOTE: Lynda.com is very popular with you & your collegues! Please be prudent about the 2-week time-period you sign up for. Be sure you can use Lynda.com during that time-period. If you've already registered for a time-period when you will be unable to use Lynda.com, please let MLS know to give others an opportunity to register. If this session is full, please register on an upcoming start date. Session registrations appear on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month. More about Lynda.com via the MLS.
		Location: online
		There are 14 spaces available.
Wednesday September 25, 2013			Go To Top
		Lynda.com Registration
		Contact: Amanda Fauver 1-866-627-7228 amanda@masslibsystem.org
		Register Here for Lynda.com. If you can connect to the Internet, you can learn anywhere, anytime! Please Read the Following Lynda.com access begins on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. A registered user has access to all the training resources available on Lynda.com during a two-week access period. Please limit yourself to one two-week session every three months. Lynda.com workshops are videos. You must have the latest version of QuickTime or Windows Media Player installed on your computer. System Requirements can be found online here. To use the MLS account, free-of-charge, you must be a current staff member at a MLS member library. NOTE: Lynda.com is very popular with you & your collegues! Please be prudent about the 2-week time-period you sign up for. Be sure you can use Lynda.com during that time-period. If you've already registered for a time-period when you will be unable to use Lynda.com, please let MLS know to give others an opportunity to register. If this session is full, please register on an upcoming start date. Session registrations appear on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month. More about Lynda.com via the MLS.
		Location: online
		There are 15 spaces available.
Thursday October 17, 2013			Go To Top
		The Boston Book Festival - Oct. 17-19, 2013
		Whatever your age or your interests, BBF will have something for you! Attend terrific sessions with world-class presenters, enjoy a performance at the Berklee Stage, try your hand at a seminar or Writer Idol, meet costumed characters, or just take in the lively street fair. The Boston Book Festival is held in Copley Square, rain or shine. All author events take place indoors in either the Boston Public Library, Old South Church, Trinity Church, Church of the Covenant, or Boston Common Hotel and Conference Center. The street festival takes place in Copley Square and also occurs rain or shine. Event Website

	9:30 AM - 3:30 PM	Fifth Annual Teen Summit [Worcester]
		The Fifth Annual Teen Summit convenes in Union Station, Worcester, "Full STEAM Ahead!" Keynote Speaker: Marissa Meyer, author of The Lunar Chronicles series (Cinder, Scarlet) Breakout sessions in the morning and afternoon - topics to be announced. MLS is very pleased to be co-sponsoring the Teen Summit with the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services. More details forthcoming - check back again! Directions
		Location: Union Station, Worcester

Friday October 18, 2013		Go To Top
	The Boston Book Festival - Oct. 17-19, 2013
	Whatever your age or your interests, BBF will have something for you! Attend terrific sessions with world-class presenters, enjoy a performance at the Berklee Stage, try your hand at a seminar or Writer Idol, meet costumed characters, or just take in the lively street fair. The Boston Book Festival is held in Copley Square, rain or shine. All author events take place indoors in either the Boston Public Library, Old South Church, Trinity Church, Church of the Covenant, or Boston Common Hotel and Conference Center. The street festival takes place in Copley Square and also occurs rain or shine. Event Website
Saturday October 19, 2013		Go To Top
	The Boston Book Festival - Oct. 17-19, 2013
	Whatever your age or your interests, BBF will have something for you! Attend terrific sessions with world-class presenters, enjoy a performance at the Berklee Stage, try your hand at a seminar or Writer Idol, meet costumed characters, or just take in the lively street fair. The Boston Book Festival is held in Copley Square, rain or shine. All author events take place indoors in either the Boston Public Library, Old South Church, Trinity Church, Church of the Covenant, or Boston Common Hotel and Conference Center. The street festival takes place in Copley Square and also occurs rain or shine. Event Website

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