GENERAL INFORMATION

Spring Institute 2018

March 22 - 23, 2018
GVSU L.V. Eberhard Center

Join us March 22-23, 2018 at the Grand Valley State University L.V. Eberhard Center in Grand Rapids for Spring Institute 2018, Michigan’s premier annual education event for youth library professionals. This two-day conference brings together more than 200 children and teen services librarians to share, discover and experience best practices. Formal sessions and vendor exhibits combine with networking and social activities in a fun and collaborative learning environment.

Location

Grand Valley State University, Eberhard Center 
301 W Fulton
Grand Rapids, MI  49504
616-331-6620
Grand Rapids Campus
http://www.gvsu.edu/maps.htm

Hotel Accommodations 

Hampton Inn Grand Rapids North
500 Center Dr. NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 647-1000

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Grand Rapids North
358 River Ridge Dr NW
Walker, MI 49544
(616) 647-4100

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Grand Rapids North
450 Center Dr.
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 785-1600
 

Registration Rates

Early Bird Registration Expires Monday, March 5, 2018.

Full conference registration includes continental breakfast and lunch on Thursday and Friday and light reception food at Cool Things My Library Does Reception. Advance registration for all meals is required. 

Full Conference                                                                                 

One Day Pass

Student 

(Full or one day are all the same price. You will be prompted in day selection during registration).                                                     

We look forward to welcoming you to Grand Rapids. Questions can be directed to [email protected] or 517-394-2774.