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Leading the advancement of all Michigan libraries through advocacy, education and engagement. #strongertogether #mirighttoread #lovemilibraries
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I’d say any library staff responsible for setting out displays!

#LibraryLife
November 17, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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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
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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
November 8, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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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
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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
November 7, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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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
October 30, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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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
October 29, 2025 at 5:45 PM
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Welcome to MLA 2025 Annual Conference! Check-in at the registration desk to get started.

#MLA25AC #LibraryKaleidoscope
October 29, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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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
October 27, 2025 at 11:35 PM
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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
October 27, 2025 at 11:34 PM
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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
October 25, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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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
October 24, 2025 at 11:58 PM
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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
October 24, 2025 at 4:49 PM
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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
October 22, 2025 at 4:09 PM
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Advocating for libraries is advocating for the future of informed communities.

Photo Credit: Jackson District Library

#FreedomtoRead #LibraryAdvocacy #MIRighttoRead #MILibraries
October 15, 2025 at 3:20 PM
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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
October 14, 2025 at 2:58 PM
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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
October 6, 2025 at 11:50 PM
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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
October 3, 2025 at 3:20 PM
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We’re excited to gather with the library community in downtown Lansing this October! Get ready for your trip to the capital city right in the heart of our great state – check out lansing.org for fun things to do while you’re in town or ask Choose Lansing for some recommendations!
September 25, 2025 at 1:53 PM
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Join our MLA Connect Advocacy Hour this Thursday at 10 AM!

MLA lobbyist Samantha Zandee will share the latest on budget talks and how the impasse could impact library funding. An LSTA line item must be included—without it, MeL & MeLCat are at risk.

Register: ow.ly/x1BK50X0AVH
September 22, 2025 at 11:47 PM
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What you are reading? Drop your current read below and browse through other people’s selections.

I’m halfway through my book club book, “Anita de Monte Laughs Last,” by Xóchitl González, on the Libby app. It’s a novel about a student who uncovers the work of Anita de Monte.
#MILibraries
Screenshot of Anita de Monte Laughs Last ebook in the Libby App.
September 16, 2025 at 11:53 PM
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Library admins, managers & staff—looking for vendor or program recs? The “No Reservation Recommendations” (NRR) site features options from your Michigan colleagues, at nrr.ninja.

Managed by Kate Pohjola Andrade (Woodlands), Laura Fromwiller (BTPL), & Shauna Quick (Library of Michigan).
September 13, 2025 at 9:14 PM
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Michigan libraries need you! Call your legislators TODAY to support $5.6M in federal LSTA funds. Without it, MeL & MeLCat are at risk.
> Find your legislators here: ow.ly/ibrA50WVGeW

Your outreach to Representatives and Senators is critical to influencing the budget process.
#FUNDlibraries
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September 12, 2025 at 4:31 PM
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How are libraries using tech (even AI!) while still staying rooted in community? Find out in our new Chapter & Verse episode with DPL’s Susan Taylor. Listen now: michiganlibrarypodcast.podbean.com/e/literacy-a...
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September 12, 2025 at 10:43 AM
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Libraries are where discoveries happen, and where Michiganders can explore, learn, and connect with their community. During Michigan Library Appreciation Month and MI Right to Read Week (October 5–11), we are excited to honor Michigan libraries with the theme: “Find Out.”
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September 10, 2025 at 12:15 AM