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MLA 2026 ANNUAL CONFERENCE Special Events

Early Arrivals Welcome Reception

Tuesday, October 27 6:00 - 9:00 PM
The HUB Stadium
44325 W 12 Mile Rd, Ste H-160, Novi, MI 48377

Coming into town ahead of the conference? Join us Tuesday evening at the HUB Stadium! The $25 registration fee includes drink tickets and activities.

Thank you to the Wayne State University School of Information Sciences for sponsoring this event!

Michigan Library Awards Ceremony and Dinner

Wednesday, October 28 6:30 - 9:00 PM
Vibe Credit Union Showplace

The Michigan Library Awards are awarded annually and are considered the state’s highest honors within the library community. The awards celebrate the excellence, accomplishments, dedication and service of library staff, trustees and supporters in Michigan libraries.

This event is free to attend for Wednesday conference attendees or tickets can be purchased as an a la carte event. Pre-registration is required. Learn more about the Michigan Library Awards.

Reception at the Novi Public Library

Thursday, October 29 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Novi Public Library
45255 W 10 Mile Rd, Novi, MI 48375

More information about this event is coming soon!

Headshot Photography Studio

Are you in need of a new (or first!) professional headshot? MLA has partnered with a local photographer offer complimentary headshots to conference attendees.

Thank you to Fast Forward Libraries for sponsoring this event!