MLA and ACLU Partner to Track and Map Censorship Efforts in Michigan

Two years ago, the ACLU of Michigan launched an innovative online mapping tool that tracked book bans and other forms of government censorship throughout the state. MLA is excited to announce a major update in that work. Through our partnership with the ACLU of Michigan, we’ve worked together to complete the first comprehensive update to the map and brought it directly to the MI Right to Read website.

Happy 135th Birthday, MLA!

On September 1, MLA will celebrate 135 years of serving Michigan’s library community!

Our story began in 1891, when Coldwater librarian Mary A. Eddy wrote to Detroit Public Library librarian Henry M. Utley about forming a statewide library association. On September 1 of that year, library leaders gathered in Detroit for MLA’s first meeting. And the rest, as they say, is library history!

October is Michigan Library Appreciation Month: Take Me to Your Library!

Get ready to celebrate Michigan Library Appreciation Month! This October, we're throwing it back Y2K style with the theme #LibrarY2K26: Take Me to Your Library!

The turn of the millennium was a time of rapid technological change, and more than a little uncertainty about what was coming next. Sound familiar? As artificial intelligence accelerates how we create, find, and share information, libraries continue to help people navigate change, discover new ideas, and find information they can trust.

Note From Lisa

Last April, I was honored to be elected by the membership of the Michigan Library Association to serve as President-Elect. Now, as I step into the role of President and, perhaps more importantly, into the very large shoes left by those who have served before me, I have been thinking a great deal about what I hope to accomplish during this year. 

Annual Meeting Notice

Notice is hereby given to MLA members that the Annual Meeting will take place during MLA 2026 Annual Conference at the Vibe Credit Union Showplace in Novi on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 3:00 – 4:00 PM. MLA 2026 Annual Conference registration is not required to attend the annual meeting and all members are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Take Action: Tell the FCC to Save E-Rate

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is considering changes that could reduce or eliminate E-Rate, the federal program that helps libraries and schools afford broadband and Wi-Fi. Without E-Rate, libraries could face difficult choices between maintaining internet access and funding other essential services. The FCC is now accepting public comments.