Michigan Library Association

ALA State of America's Libraries Report 2025

During National Library Week on April 7, the American Library Association (ALA) released its annual snapshot of library trends.

Read about the issues impacting libraries and find out which books made the Top Ten Most Challenged Books list in the State of America’s Libraries 2025 Report.

Youth Literary Awards Top Ten Titles

It is our pleasure to share the Top Ten Titles of the 2025 Mitten, YouPer, and Thumbs Up! Awards!

MLA 2025 Board Election Results

The votes are in! MLA held elections from March 31– April 21. This year MLA members voted for an MLA President-elect and four Member-at-Large Board positions.

One of the benefits and responsibilities of membership is the opportunity to vote for the leadership of the association. Thank you to all MLA members who voted.

And, many thanks to all the candidates for demonstrating leadership by agreeing to run. Our new Directors will serve for three-year terms beginning July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2028.

Meet MLA's new Directors!

Michigan Library Advocacy Day will Focus on Advocating for MeL Funding

On Wednesday, April 30, library supporters from all over Michigan will gather at the Capitol in Lansing to meet with legislators to advocate for all Michigan libraries and shine a light on the incredible impact libraries make on our communities! Our ASK of Michigan Legislators: Fund MeL, the Library of Michigan’s interlibrary loan program, and other statewide initiatives at $6.74 million in FY 2026, increasing the state’s investment by $5 million.

Review our MeL Fact Sheet and talking points here (pdf)

MLA Board Leadership Update: Jenny Marr Assumes Role as President

Jenny Marr headshot With Dillon Geshel’s recent resignation from the MLA Board to take on the role of Interim Executive Director, the MLA Board of Directors has unanimously approved Jenny Marr’s transition into the role of President ahead of schedule. Marr, who previously served as President-Elect, brings a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to advancing MLA’s mission during this time of transition.