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MLA 2026 Annual Conference Location, Hotel Accommodation and menu Information

Conference Venue and Hotel

Vibe Credit Union Showplace, formerly known as Suburban Collection Showplace
46100 Grand River Ave
Novi, MI 48374
https://www.vibeshowplace.com/

Hyatt Place Detroit/Novi
46080 Grand River Ave
Novi, MI 48374
https://novi.place.hyatt.com/

Rooms available starting at $179.00 per night. Reserve early as rooms sometimes sell out. Wednesday night is current at capacity at the Hyatt Place. Information about additional rooms can be found below.

Reserve your room by calling the Hyatt Place at the Vibe Credit Union Showplace directly at 1-800-233-1234 or click here to make your reservation online. After entering your arrival and departure dates, select "Special Rates," "Corporate or Group Code," and then enter group code G-MLAA in the field to receive your discounted rate.

Discounted rate not available after September 26, 2026.

Parking

Parking is complimentary. We suggest day attendees park near the Diamond Conference Center doors at the Vibe Credit Union Showplace and overnight guests park near the Hyatt Hotel.

Accessible parking spaces are located directly outside the Diamond Conference Center entrance.

Menu

Meals will be served buffet style with potential allergens noted. All meals are free of nuts, fish, and shellfish unless otherwise indicated.

Wednesday, October 28

New Attendee Breakfast
Breakfast pastries
Fresh fruit
Scrambled eggs
Hash brown patties
Bacon and sausage
Orange juice, coffee and tea

Afternoon Break
Soft pretzel bites with mustard and nacho cheese
White cheddar popcorn
Old Bay spiced chips
Whole fruit

Michigan Library Awards Reception
Assorted cured meats and cheeses with flatbreads and accompaniments
Seasonal vegetables with buttermilk dressing and hummus
BBQ meatballs and vegan BBQ meatballs
Mezze station with chicken shawarma, fattoush slaw, warm pita, lettuce, tomatoes, hummus, tabbouli, marinated olives and pickles
Italian station with pasta, balsamic roasted chicken, meatballs, tomato, peas and parmesan
Vegan Thai vegetable potstickers
Chicken empanadas
Apple crisp and Bavarian torte for dessert
Gluten-free lemon sorbet with fresh berries available

Thursday, October 29

Breakfast
Breakfast pastries with orange marmalade and whipped butter
Fresh fruit
Orange juice, coffee and tea

Lunch
Asian chopped salad with romaine, iceberg, cabbage, carrots, celery, red pepper, cilantro, wonton strips, edamame and sesame dressing, served with grilled chilled chicken
Asian chopped salad with vegan and gluten-free substitutions
Vegan chocolate torte for dessert
Gluten-free lemon sorbet and fresh berries available

Afternoon Break
Million Dollar Dip with Fritos
French onion dip with kettle chips
Donut holes with chocolate sauce
Whole fruit

Friday, October 30

Breakfast
Breakfast pastries with orange marmalade and whipped butter
Fresh fruit
Orange juice, coffee and tea

Additional Dining Options

Onsite dining is available at the Fireside Grill & Patio, open Wednesday and Thursday 5:00 - 10:00 PM.

Click here to view a guide to nearby restaurants from Visit Detroit.

Additional Hotel Option

Four Points by Sheraton Novi (2.5 mi from venue)
27000 S Karevich Dr
Novi, MI 48377

Rooms start at $145 per night. Click here to make your reservation online. Group rate available until October 14, 2026.

Accessibility

If you require accessibility accommodations, please email [email protected].

Additional information about accessibility will be added as it becomes available.

Elevators

Hotel elevators are located in the lobby near the Ivory Room, across from the exterior doors. All onsite conference sessions will be held on single floor.

Restrooms

Gendered and all-gender/family restrooms are located at either end of the conference center: on the west end past the exhibit hall entrance as well as on the east end, across from the Fireside Grille. Additional gendered restrooms are located across from the Copper Room.

Lactation Space

The Amber Room is designated as a lactation room. The door is equipped with an occupied/available indicator.

Quiet Space

The Ivory Room, located across from the hotel lobby and the Fireside Grille, is designated as a quiet/prep space. Take a break or relax by crafting a junk journal/zine to take home with you. 

Wifi

Network ID: Vibe Showplace
Username: MILibrary2026
Password: MILibrary2026

Print and Digital Materials

The conference schedule will be available through the Results@Hand Conference Beat event app. A printable PDF schedule is also available for download ahead of the conference. All session materials, slides, and handouts available electronically can be found through the conference app and website. Please visit the Agenda section of the app or the Breakout Sessions page of the website to download these files.