Upcoming Events

Free Workshop

Conversations That Connect: Listening to Understand and Motivate Positive Change

Date and Location

Wednesday March 25th, 2026 6:15-7:30 p.m.
Forbes Library Community Room, 20 West Street, Northampton, MA.

Public-facing professionals play a vital role in supporting and strengthening their communities—and strong listening skills can make that work even more impactful. This free event with Sara Schieffelin, LICSW and Motivational Interviewing trainer, offers a welcoming introduction to active listening strategies that build trust, strengthen connection, and inspire positive change. Ideal for business leaders, nonprofit staff, social service workers, educators, healthcare teams, municipal staff, and other community-focused professionals, this session will help you build your skills and connect with others committed to helping their communities thrive.

For more information, contact me at sara@saraschieffelin.com.