Massachusetts Library Association

08/25/2026

**The Call for Proposals is NOW OPEN!**

Do you have an idea, experience, project, or insight to share with the Massachusetts library community? We want to hear from you!

The **2027 Massachusetts Library Association Annual Conference** is seeking engaging and inspiring proposals for conference sessions. The conference will be held April 26–28, 2027, and proposals are due by **October 9, 2026, at 5:00 PM**.

Whether you're a seasoned presenter or considering sharing your expertise for the first time, we encourage you to submit a proposal and help shape this year's conference.

**Submit your proposal today:**
https://sessionize.com/2027-mla-annual-conference

We can't wait to see what you have to share!

08/14/2026

A victory for the freedom to read!

The Massachusetts Library Association celebrates the signing of the Freedom to Read law—landmark legislation protecting access to books and safeguarding the professional judgment of librarians and educators across the Commonwealth.

This law establishes clear, fair standards for reviewing challenged materials, protects library workers acting in good faith, and affirms that books should not be removed because of personal, political, or doctrinal objections.

We are deeply grateful to the librarians, library workers, advocates, legislators, and community members whose years of testimony, organizing, and courageous advocacy made this achievement possible. A special shout-out goes to MLA’s Intellectual Freedom Committee for its involvement in this important initiative!

Today, Massachusetts sends a powerful message: Everyone deserves the freedom to read, learn, explore, and encounter new ideas.

Learn more: https://www.masslib.org/public-statements.html

Read the final version of the bill:
https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3241

Watch Governor Healey sign the bill into law at the Franklin Public Library:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ad8zF-KK34M

Photo credit: M. William Lensch

05/13/2026

Your conference soundtrack is here! 🎧
See link in bio and see you sooooon!

05/11/2026

Your conference experience starts here!
Download the official app to access the full schedule, explore exhibitors, and stay up to date in real time.
See link in bio!

05/06/2026

Calling all armchair detectives: Join us for our mystery experience for a chance to win some cool prizes! Grab a clue sheet at conference to participate. Link in bio to view list of prizes. Thank you to our sponsor, Sisters in Crime New England! 🕵

05/05/2026

Join Aquinnah Wampanoag educator and author Carrie Anne Vanderhoop for a powerful conversation on storytelling, identity, and the importance of place-based learning.

Don’t miss this meaningful session. Register today - see link in bio for more!

05/04/2026

Wow! Registration is on fire and we're still two weeks away!
This is your “don’t wait” moment.
We’re almost at capacity—register while you still can.
See link in bio to register!

05/01/2026

Join us for our annual Trivia Challenge featuring the incomparable Nora Blake. Trust us, if you like trivia, this will not disappoint. Compete for the trivia trophy and bragging rights. Come with a team or join one when you arrive. This event is free; pre-registration is preferred. Link in bio for more info about conference!
SPONSORED BY GALE

04/30/2026

04/30/2026

Walk the story where it began.
Join historian Dan Gagnon for a guided tour of Salem Village (modern-day Danvers) and explore the real places behind the 1692 witch-hunt.
Reserve your spot for Sunday - add this onto your registration. See link in bio!