Michigan Library Association
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Leading the advancement of all Michigan libraries through advocacy, education and engagement. #strongertogether #mirighttoread #lovemilibraries
Our wonderful colleague and friend Lisa Buttigieg will be retiring at the end of January. We are deeply grateful for Lisa's years of excellent work and dedication to the Michigan library community. Thank you, Lisa, and cheers to a wonderful retirement ahead! 🎉🥂 🙌
November 12, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Our wonderful colleague and friend Lisa Buttigieg will be retiring at the end of January. We are deeply grateful for Lisa's years of excellent work and dedication to the Michigan library community. Thank you, Lisa, and cheers to a wonderful retirement ahead! 🎉🥂 🙌
For public and academic library directors, managers or supervisors:
The Library of Michigan is holding 2 meetings: one in person at the Lib of IM, Wed, Dec 3, 9 am - 4 PM, and one held virtually Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 9 am - 12 pm & Thu, Feb 5, 9 am - 12 pm.
Find out more here: ow.ly/xxaQ50Xoxoc
The Library of Michigan is holding 2 meetings: one in person at the Lib of IM, Wed, Dec 3, 9 am - 4 PM, and one held virtually Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 9 am - 12 pm & Thu, Feb 5, 9 am - 12 pm.
Find out more here: ow.ly/xxaQ50Xoxoc
November 8, 2025 at 6:00 PM
For public and academic library directors, managers or supervisors:
The Library of Michigan is holding 2 meetings: one in person at the Lib of IM, Wed, Dec 3, 9 am - 4 PM, and one held virtually Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 9 am - 12 pm & Thu, Feb 5, 9 am - 12 pm.
Find out more here: ow.ly/xxaQ50Xoxoc
The Library of Michigan is holding 2 meetings: one in person at the Lib of IM, Wed, Dec 3, 9 am - 4 PM, and one held virtually Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 9 am - 12 pm & Thu, Feb 5, 9 am - 12 pm.
Find out more here: ow.ly/xxaQ50Xoxoc
The Annual Conference may be over, but connections don’t have to stop! Join MLA’s Discord to chat with peers, share ideas, programs, and resources, or ask for recommendations. Download the free app or use your browser. Find the invite in MLA’s newsletter or ask MLA staff: www.milibraries.org
November 8, 2025 at 5:57 PM
The Annual Conference may be over, but connections don’t have to stop! Join MLA’s Discord to chat with peers, share ideas, programs, and resources, or ask for recommendations. Download the free app or use your browser. Find the invite in MLA’s newsletter or ask MLA staff: www.milibraries.org
Congrats to the Michigan libraries whose millages passed on Nov 4!
Milan, Richland, Roseville, and Van Buren District Library all saw successful renewals/additions. Troy’s bond measure did not pass.
Track statewide results via the Library of Michigan: bit.ly/3yourlink
MILibraries #MillageRenewal
Milan, Richland, Roseville, and Van Buren District Library all saw successful renewals/additions. Troy’s bond measure did not pass.
Track statewide results via the Library of Michigan: bit.ly/3yourlink
MILibraries #MillageRenewal
November 7, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Congrats to the Michigan libraries whose millages passed on Nov 4!
Milan, Richland, Roseville, and Van Buren District Library all saw successful renewals/additions. Troy’s bond measure did not pass.
Track statewide results via the Library of Michigan: bit.ly/3yourlink
MILibraries #MillageRenewal
Milan, Richland, Roseville, and Van Buren District Library all saw successful renewals/additions. Troy’s bond measure did not pass.
Track statewide results via the Library of Michigan: bit.ly/3yourlink
MILibraries #MillageRenewal
Dressing up as the last day of annual conference for Halloween. How about you?
#MLA25AC #LibraryKaleidoscope
#MLA25AC #LibraryKaleidoscope
October 31, 2025 at 9:54 AM
Dressing up as the last day of annual conference for Halloween. How about you?
#MLA25AC #LibraryKaleidoscope
#MLA25AC #LibraryKaleidoscope
Every day, Michigan library staff do something extraordinary — often without realizing it.
You welcome the curious, comfort the lonely, guide the lost, and spark new beginnings through simple acts of service, kindness, and connection
#MILibraries #MILibraryMonth #MLA25AC
You welcome the curious, comfort the lonely, guide the lost, and spark new beginnings through simple acts of service, kindness, and connection
#MILibraries #MILibraryMonth #MLA25AC
October 30, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Every day, Michigan library staff do something extraordinary — often without realizing it.
You welcome the curious, comfort the lonely, guide the lost, and spark new beginnings through simple acts of service, kindness, and connection
#MILibraries #MILibraryMonth #MLA25AC
You welcome the curious, comfort the lonely, guide the lost, and spark new beginnings through simple acts of service, kindness, and connection
#MILibraries #MILibraryMonth #MLA25AC
Happy Thursday morning and Day 2 of MLA 2025 Annual Conference!
Barbara discussed the history and current state of information sharing, bias, and uses in our society and recommendations for the present and hope for the future! Thank you Barbara!
#MLA25AC #LibraryKaleidoscope
Barbara discussed the history and current state of information sharing, bias, and uses in our society and recommendations for the present and hope for the future! Thank you Barbara!
#MLA25AC #LibraryKaleidoscope
October 30, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Happy Thursday morning and Day 2 of MLA 2025 Annual Conference!
Barbara discussed the history and current state of information sharing, bias, and uses in our society and recommendations for the present and hope for the future! Thank you Barbara!
#MLA25AC #LibraryKaleidoscope
Barbara discussed the history and current state of information sharing, bias, and uses in our society and recommendations for the present and hope for the future! Thank you Barbara!
#MLA25AC #LibraryKaleidoscope
MLA Interim Executive Director Dillon Geshel started us off with a heartfelt welcome and land acknowledgement of the Anishinaabe people who are today represented by the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi.
Wade Rouse, our 1st keynote, shared his writing inspo!
#MLA25AC #LibraryKaleidoscope
Wade Rouse, our 1st keynote, shared his writing inspo!
#MLA25AC #LibraryKaleidoscope
October 29, 2025 at 5:45 PM
MLA Interim Executive Director Dillon Geshel started us off with a heartfelt welcome and land acknowledgement of the Anishinaabe people who are today represented by the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi.
Wade Rouse, our 1st keynote, shared his writing inspo!
#MLA25AC #LibraryKaleidoscope
Wade Rouse, our 1st keynote, shared his writing inspo!
#MLA25AC #LibraryKaleidoscope
Welcome to MLA 2025 Annual Conference! Check-in at the registration desk to get started.
#MLA25AC #LibraryKaleidoscope
#MLA25AC #LibraryKaleidoscope
October 29, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Welcome to MLA 2025 Annual Conference! Check-in at the registration desk to get started.
#MLA25AC #LibraryKaleidoscope
#MLA25AC #LibraryKaleidoscope
MLA is powered by members like YOU! 💙 We’re seeking candidates for 4 Board positions + President-Elect. You don’t have to be a director—just ready to make an impact.
Nominations due Nov 7 → milibraries.slideroom.com
Meet the Board at MLA25AC, Oct 29, 1 PM (Room 101–102).
#MILibraries #Leadership
Nominations due Nov 7 → milibraries.slideroom.com
Meet the Board at MLA25AC, Oct 29, 1 PM (Room 101–102).
#MILibraries #Leadership
October 27, 2025 at 11:35 PM
MLA is powered by members like YOU! 💙 We’re seeking candidates for 4 Board positions + President-Elect. You don’t have to be a director—just ready to make an impact.
Nominations due Nov 7 → milibraries.slideroom.com
Meet the Board at MLA25AC, Oct 29, 1 PM (Room 101–102).
#MILibraries #Leadership
Nominations due Nov 7 → milibraries.slideroom.com
Meet the Board at MLA25AC, Oct 29, 1 PM (Room 101–102).
#MILibraries #Leadership
Sound off: who's going to be at MLA Annual Conference this week? We have one more day until opening keynote!
Use reacts:
❤️ (love) - I'm going to the whole thing
👍 (like) - I'm attending Wednesday only
🫠 (care) - I'm attending Thursday only
😯 (wow) - I'm attending Friday
#MLA25AC #LibraryKaleidoscope
Use reacts:
❤️ (love) - I'm going to the whole thing
👍 (like) - I'm attending Wednesday only
🫠 (care) - I'm attending Thursday only
😯 (wow) - I'm attending Friday
#MLA25AC #LibraryKaleidoscope
October 27, 2025 at 11:34 PM
Sound off: who's going to be at MLA Annual Conference this week? We have one more day until opening keynote!
Use reacts:
❤️ (love) - I'm going to the whole thing
👍 (like) - I'm attending Wednesday only
🫠 (care) - I'm attending Thursday only
😯 (wow) - I'm attending Friday
#MLA25AC #LibraryKaleidoscope
Use reacts:
❤️ (love) - I'm going to the whole thing
👍 (like) - I'm attending Wednesday only
🫠 (care) - I'm attending Thursday only
😯 (wow) - I'm attending Friday
#MLA25AC #LibraryKaleidoscope
Some days, reading feels like escape. Other days, it feels like coming home. Both are valid.
#MILibraries #MILibraryMonth #LOVEMILibraries #Reading
#MILibraries #MILibraryMonth #LOVEMILibraries #Reading
October 25, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Some days, reading feels like escape. Other days, it feels like coming home. Both are valid.
#MILibraries #MILibraryMonth #LOVEMILibraries #Reading
#MILibraries #MILibraryMonth #LOVEMILibraries #Reading
From Michigan Humanities:
Applications are due November 13th! Don't miss out on your chance to host the next Smithsonian Museum on Main Street exhibit!
Learn more about the program and application process: www.michiganhumanities.org/smithsonian-...
#MichiganHumanities
Applications are due November 13th! Don't miss out on your chance to host the next Smithsonian Museum on Main Street exhibit!
Learn more about the program and application process: www.michiganhumanities.org/smithsonian-...
#MichiganHumanities
October 25, 2025 at 11:00 AM
From Michigan Humanities:
Applications are due November 13th! Don't miss out on your chance to host the next Smithsonian Museum on Main Street exhibit!
Learn more about the program and application process: www.michiganhumanities.org/smithsonian-...
#MichiganHumanities
Applications are due November 13th! Don't miss out on your chance to host the next Smithsonian Museum on Main Street exhibit!
Learn more about the program and application process: www.michiganhumanities.org/smithsonian-...
#MichiganHumanities
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We're counting down to the MLA 2025 Annual Conference...
What kind of advice do you have for:
- First-time conference attendees?
- First-time conference presenters?
- Introverted Library Staff?
For more information, visit MLA's website: milibraries.org/annua…#MLA25ACAC
We're counting down to the MLA 2025 Annual Conference...
What kind of advice do you have for:
- First-time conference attendees?
- First-time conference presenters?
- Introverted Library Staff?
For more information, visit MLA's website: milibraries.org/annua…#MLA25ACAC
October 24, 2025 at 11:58 PM
michigan_library_association
We're counting down to the MLA 2025 Annual Conference...
What kind of advice do you have for:
- First-time conference attendees?
- First-time conference presenters?
- Introverted Library Staff?
For more information, visit MLA's website: milibraries.org/annua…#MLA25ACAC
We're counting down to the MLA 2025 Annual Conference...
What kind of advice do you have for:
- First-time conference attendees?
- First-time conference presenters?
- Introverted Library Staff?
For more information, visit MLA's website: milibraries.org/annua…#MLA25ACAC
United for Libraries and Penguin Random House are awarding grants to Library Friends groups at small and rural libraries!
Grants of $500 and $1,000 will be awarded. These funds will assist Friends of Library groups with projects.
Applications open Dec. 17. Learn more: bit.ly/4hdubzv
Grants of $500 and $1,000 will be awarded. These funds will assist Friends of Library groups with projects.
Applications open Dec. 17. Learn more: bit.ly/4hdubzv
October 24, 2025 at 4:49 PM
United for Libraries and Penguin Random House are awarding grants to Library Friends groups at small and rural libraries!
Grants of $500 and $1,000 will be awarded. These funds will assist Friends of Library groups with projects.
Applications open Dec. 17. Learn more: bit.ly/4hdubzv
Grants of $500 and $1,000 will be awarded. These funds will assist Friends of Library groups with projects.
Applications open Dec. 17. Learn more: bit.ly/4hdubzv
Staying in town for the conference? Check out these bookish places:
Book Burrow, 401 S. Capitol Ave
Curious Book Shop, 307 E. Grand River Ave
Deadtime Stories, Books & Gifts, 1132 S Washington Ave
Everybody Reads, Books & Stuff, 2019 E. Michigan Ave
Hooked, 3142 E. Michigan Ave
Book Burrow, 401 S. Capitol Ave
Curious Book Shop, 307 E. Grand River Ave
Deadtime Stories, Books & Gifts, 1132 S Washington Ave
Everybody Reads, Books & Stuff, 2019 E. Michigan Ave
Hooked, 3142 E. Michigan Ave
October 22, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Staying in town for the conference? Check out these bookish places:
Book Burrow, 401 S. Capitol Ave
Curious Book Shop, 307 E. Grand River Ave
Deadtime Stories, Books & Gifts, 1132 S Washington Ave
Everybody Reads, Books & Stuff, 2019 E. Michigan Ave
Hooked, 3142 E. Michigan Ave
Book Burrow, 401 S. Capitol Ave
Curious Book Shop, 307 E. Grand River Ave
Deadtime Stories, Books & Gifts, 1132 S Washington Ave
Everybody Reads, Books & Stuff, 2019 E. Michigan Ave
Hooked, 3142 E. Michigan Ave
Advocating for libraries is advocating for the future of informed communities.
Photo Credit: Jackson District Library
#FreedomtoRead #LibraryAdvocacy #MIRighttoRead #MILibraries
Photo Credit: Jackson District Library
#FreedomtoRead #LibraryAdvocacy #MIRighttoRead #MILibraries
October 15, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Advocating for libraries is advocating for the future of informed communities.
Photo Credit: Jackson District Library
#FreedomtoRead #LibraryAdvocacy #MIRighttoRead #MILibraries
Photo Credit: Jackson District Library
#FreedomtoRead #LibraryAdvocacy #MIRighttoRead #MILibraries
We're Finding Out what's happening at Michigan Libraries during October, Michigan Library Appreciation Month. What's the coolest thing you've ever made at your Library, maybe in their makerspace if they have one?
#MILibraries #MILibraryMonth #LOVEMILibraries
#MILibraries #MILibraryMonth #LOVEMILibraries
October 14, 2025 at 2:58 PM
We're Finding Out what's happening at Michigan Libraries during October, Michigan Library Appreciation Month. What's the coolest thing you've ever made at your Library, maybe in their makerspace if they have one?
#MILibraries #MILibraryMonth #LOVEMILibraries
#MILibraries #MILibraryMonth #LOVEMILibraries
The Freedom to Read = the Freedom to Be.
Even if books aren’t banned everywhere, defending access ensures everyone can explore ideas, see themselves reflected, and be heard. Your right to read matters.
Sign the MI Right to Read Petition today: ow.ly/8vIh50XaOBG
#MIRighttoRead #FreedomtoRead
Even if books aren’t banned everywhere, defending access ensures everyone can explore ideas, see themselves reflected, and be heard. Your right to read matters.
Sign the MI Right to Read Petition today: ow.ly/8vIh50XaOBG
#MIRighttoRead #FreedomtoRead
Sign the Petition — MI Right to Read
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October 13, 2025 at 11:20 PM
The Freedom to Read = the Freedom to Be.
Even if books aren’t banned everywhere, defending access ensures everyone can explore ideas, see themselves reflected, and be heard. Your right to read matters.
Sign the MI Right to Read Petition today: ow.ly/8vIh50XaOBG
#MIRighttoRead #FreedomtoRead
Even if books aren’t banned everywhere, defending access ensures everyone can explore ideas, see themselves reflected, and be heard. Your right to read matters.
Sign the MI Right to Read Petition today: ow.ly/8vIh50XaOBG
#MIRighttoRead #FreedomtoRead
MI Right to Read Week is over, but that doesn't mean it's finished: A banned book isn’t banned everywhere—but it’s missing somewhere.
And when it’s gone, someone’s story—and sense of being seen—goes with it.
#BannedBooksWeek #LetFreedomRead #MIRighttoRead
And when it’s gone, someone’s story—and sense of being seen—goes with it.
#BannedBooksWeek #LetFreedomRead #MIRighttoRead
October 12, 2025 at 3:11 PM
MI Right to Read Week is over, but that doesn't mean it's finished: A banned book isn’t banned everywhere—but it’s missing somewhere.
And when it’s gone, someone’s story—and sense of being seen—goes with it.
#BannedBooksWeek #LetFreedomRead #MIRighttoRead
And when it’s gone, someone’s story—and sense of being seen—goes with it.
#BannedBooksWeek #LetFreedomRead #MIRighttoRead
Behind every great community is a library. Behind every great library is you.
#LOVEMILibraries #MILibraryMonth #MIlibraries
#LOVEMILibraries #MILibraryMonth #MIlibraries
October 8, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Behind every great community is a library. Behind every great library is you.
#LOVEMILibraries #MILibraryMonth #MIlibraries
#LOVEMILibraries #MILibraryMonth #MIlibraries
Contribute to the MLA Conference to ensure library staff and students will benefit from MLA's Educational Scholarship:
Donate a gift to the Silent Auction. Drop off your contribution to the Registration Desk at conference!
Ex. of previous items: swag & educational discounts or free webinars
Donate a gift to the Silent Auction. Drop off your contribution to the Registration Desk at conference!
Ex. of previous items: swag & educational discounts or free webinars
October 6, 2025 at 11:50 PM
Contribute to the MLA Conference to ensure library staff and students will benefit from MLA's Educational Scholarship:
Donate a gift to the Silent Auction. Drop off your contribution to the Registration Desk at conference!
Ex. of previous items: swag & educational discounts or free webinars
Donate a gift to the Silent Auction. Drop off your contribution to the Registration Desk at conference!
Ex. of previous items: swag & educational discounts or free webinars
Michigan libraries secured stable funding in the FY26 budget! LSTA is fully funded, MeL receives a one-time $900K boost. State Aid remains steady at $16.5M.
Thank you advocates for making your voices heard!
View the report for general omnibus budget: ow.ly/LTne50X6fGc
Thank you advocates for making your voices heard!
View the report for general omnibus budget: ow.ly/LTne50X6fGc
October 3, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Michigan libraries secured stable funding in the FY26 budget! LSTA is fully funded, MeL receives a one-time $900K boost. State Aid remains steady at $16.5M.
Thank you advocates for making your voices heard!
View the report for general omnibus budget: ow.ly/LTne50X6fGc
Thank you advocates for making your voices heard!
View the report for general omnibus budget: ow.ly/LTne50X6fGc
Reposted by Michigan Library Association
Yesterday's vote by the FCC to end #ERate discounts for Wi-Fi hotspot lending programs in libraries will have negative impacts in communities across the country, particularly in rural areas.
Read more, featuring ALA President Sam Helmick: apnews.com/article/fcc-...
Read more, featuring ALA President Sam Helmick: apnews.com/article/fcc-...
FCC moves to end discounts for Wi-Fi hotspot lending and school bus connectivity
The Federal Communications Commission voted to end discounts for library and school Wi-Fi hotspot lending programs on Tuesday, drawing criticism from lawmakers and librarians who say the move will mak...
apnews.com
October 1, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Yesterday's vote by the FCC to end #ERate discounts for Wi-Fi hotspot lending programs in libraries will have negative impacts in communities across the country, particularly in rural areas.
Read more, featuring ALA President Sam Helmick: apnews.com/article/fcc-...
Read more, featuring ALA President Sam Helmick: apnews.com/article/fcc-...
"NOW, THEREFORE, I, Gretchen Whitmer, governor of Michigan, do hereby proclaim October 2025 as Michigan Library Appreciation Month. ... I encourage all residents to visit their library in person or virtually to connect to the services, resources, and collections ..."
www.michigan.gov/whitmer/news...
www.michigan.gov/whitmer/news...
www.michigan.gov
September 30, 2025 at 11:14 PM
"NOW, THEREFORE, I, Gretchen Whitmer, governor of Michigan, do hereby proclaim October 2025 as Michigan Library Appreciation Month. ... I encourage all residents to visit their library in person or virtually to connect to the services, resources, and collections ..."
www.michigan.gov/whitmer/news...
www.michigan.gov/whitmer/news...