Spring Institute for Youth Services 2026

Spring Institute for Youth Services 2026

Thursday, March 19 and Friday, March 20, 2026

Spring Institute for Youth Services is Michigan’s premier education and networking event for youth services library professionals. This annual event brings together approximately 250 librarians and library workers for two days of education, exhibits, networking, special events, and interactive activities.

Registration Opens: Friday, January 9, 2026
Conference Early Bird Rate: Friday, January 9 through Friday, February 13, 2026
Conference Standard Rate: Saturday, February 14 through Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Conference Onsite Rate: Thursday, March 12 though Friday, March 20, 2026

Online Registration Closes: Friday, March 13, 2026
Last Day for Cancellations with Fee: Monday, March 9, 2026
Last Day for Registration Changes: Monday, March 9, 2026
Registration Closes: Friday, March 20, 2026

Download the Conference App

We're making efforts to be more environmentally friendly by reducing our printing. For the most up-to-date conference info and session descriptions, make sure to follow along on the event app! Download the "ConferenceBeat Event App" from the Apple App Store or Google Play. To access Spring Institute, tap the Current Events tab. You can also access the app from your smartphone, tablet, or PC's web browser.

Or Click Here to View the App in Your Browser

Please allow two business days after registration for your app login to become active.

Printable Schedule

Please click below to view the conference schedule. You may choose to print this file ahead of the event or download it to view on your mobile device. This is a good option for those with older cell phones or concerns about unstable internet connectivity.