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Friday, July 29, 2022 12:00 AM

Banned Books Week 2022

Mark Your Calendars: The 2022 celebration of Banned Books Week will be September 18 – 24!

Friday, July 29, 2022 12:00 AM

MI Right to Read - Intellectual Freedom Fact Sheet

MI Right to Read is an MLA initiative coordinated through the leadership of the Intellectual Freedom Task Force to protect the right to read in Michigan. Visit MIRighttoRead.com today to join the coalition. View resources to assist libraries with first amendment challenges at milibraries.org/intellectual-freedom-toolkit.

Friday, July 29, 2022 12:00 AM

MI Vote Counts

MI Vote Counts is a weekly non-partisan virtual series hosted by the Michigan Department of State and Michigan Bureau of Elections. Join the series to help equip Michigan voters with fact-based election information and tips on how every voter can become an active bystander in support of Michigan’s democracy and elections.

Friday, July 29, 2022 12:00 AM

IMLS Releases 2020 Data on American Public Libraries

On July 21, the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) released the latest data from its 2020 Public Libraries Survey. The Public Libraries Survey examines key indicators of public library use, financial health, staffing, and resources. Explore the FY 2020 data and documentation.

Friday, July 29, 2022 12:00 AM

Participate in the MDHHS Library OTC COVID-19 Test Distribution Program

MDHHS has partnered with several libraries across the state of Michigan to provide free at-home COVID-19 test kits to Michiganders. Participating libraries receive tests monthly, or as needed, to distribute to their local community.

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