Explore how libraries can enhance community support through social services. Connect with librarians, social workers, and social service providers to share insights, success stories, and practical tips.

Event Highlights:

• Expert discussions on integrating social services in libraries.
• Real-life examples and best practices.
• Networking opportunities with professionals and community members.

Katie Driscoll will join us to present an overview of the ARC of Massachusetts' Widening the Circle, Pathways to Friendship program.

Co-hosts:
Michelle Eberle, Consultant, Massachusetts Library System
Ally Dowds, Consultant to Special Populations, Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners

For more information, please reach out to Michelle Eberle at michelle@masslibsystem.org or Ally Dowds at Allyson.dowds@mass.gov.   

Location

This chat will be held virtually via Zoom. 

A reminder email with the login link will be sent to all registrants 24 hours before the start of the program.

• If you did not receive the reminder email, please check your spam folder as it may be filtered there.
• If you do not find the email, please contact info@masslibsystem.org.

Accessibility

The Massachusetts Library System (MLS) strives to create inclusive and accessible events. To request a reasonable accommodation to attend this event, please contact Sarah Donnelly (Event & Project Manager) at sdonnelly@masslibsystem.org or 508-357-2121 ext. 301. All reasonable accommodation requests should be made no fewer than two (2) weeks before the event, although we will attempt to fulfill reasonable requests made after that time.