Check out the Minnesota Libraries Learning Network (MLLN) professional development opportunities for June-July 2026! MLLN is the Minnesota library community's source for professional development information. See the list of opportunities here: minitex.umn.edu/news/profess...

If you’ve faced a tough situation in your library, chances are someone else is facing it too. Your experience can become part of a shared resource that supports librarians across the field. Share your story: bit.ly/AASLScenarios #AASL #StrongerTogether #SchoolLibraries #LibrarianLife

Join MLA's LGBTQIA+ Roundtable for a meetup at Twin Cities Pride! Date: Sunday, June 28th, at 10 am. Explore Loring Park with other library folk before the Pride Parade at 11 am. Meet-up point is at the MELSA table (212) in the Dark Green Zone. RSVP here: www.mnlibraryassociation.org/events/Event...

Join library advocates for the Big Issues Summit: An Unconference for Library Advocates, on June 22nd, 9:30am-5pm at the Brookdale Library. This unconference‑style summit is focused on the biggest issues facing our libraries & communities. Register here: www.mnlibraryassociation.org/events/Event...

June is #PrideMonth, and it's also #RainbowBookMonth - a nationwide celebration of the authors and writings that reflect the lives of the LGBTQIA+ community. Find lists of award-winning LGBTQIA+ books, tools for libraries, and graphics to help spread the word: https://bit.ly/4kKOkOg.

The Minnesota Libraries Read Together, previously known as the Great North Star Read Together, will take place September 18-20, 2026, celebrating libraries across the state! Sign your library up today & join the festivities! minitex.umn.edu/news/2026-06...

ITEM Summer Recharge 2026 is a free professional development event for ITEM (Information & Technology Educators of MN) members! Date & time: July 16th, 10 am-3 pm, held virtually with optional in-person meet-up locations. Register by Friday, June 12th: www.mnlibraryassociation.org/events/Event...

Is your community #ReaderVoterReady? Join ALA and libraries around the country in partnering with National Voter Registration Day! Register as a partner today to host events or materials in your library: bit.ly/ALA-NVRD26.

Grant reviewers needed! State Library Services is looking for grant reviewers to help with the next round of competitive Library Services & Technology Act grants. Each reviewer can expect to review 3-5 grant applications. If interested, please fill out this form: forms.office.com/pages/respon...

Metronet's next Library Leadership Forum discussion is on June 18th at 3 pm: Competency vs. Character: What Makes a Good Leader with Anita Winger. Join your library colleagues across MN to connect & engage in discussions of library work & leadership. Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

This Friday, May 29th is the deadline to submit your MLA Annual Conference proposal! MLA is a virtual conference this year on October 8-9. Staff from all levels, library types, & sizes are encouraged to submit proposals! site.pheedloop.com/portal/event...

The cost of e-book licensing to N. America’s public libraries has reached a crisis level—affecting budgets, wait times & access. We’re calling on North America’s Big Five publishers to come to the table. Let’s work together to implement real, sustainable solutions. https://bit.ly/4dBnwj6

The Metronet Board seeks three citizen representatives to fill Board terms beginning July 1, 2026, with the first meeting held in September. Retired library workers may apply as citizens. A Board member job description is included as part of the application: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Monday, June 1st is the deadline to apply for a Metronet Learning & Development grant! This grant is for professional development, continuing education, conferences, & other events from June through September 2026. More information here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Save the dates for these MLA legislative events! • Big Issues Summit: on Monday, June 22nd, from 9:30 am-5 pm at the Brookdale Library. • Legislative Forum: on Monday, July 20th, from 1-3 pm, virtual. More details coming soon!

Submit your MLA Annual Conference proposal by May 29th! MLA is a virtual conference this year on October 8-9. Conference theme: "Supporting Each Other, Sustaining the Work." Staff from all levels, library types, & sizes are encouraged to submit proposals! site.pheedloop.com/portal/event...

ALA is proud to be an official partner of #NationalVoterRegistrationDay! Is your library hosting an event this year? Register your library now and join us by getting your community #ReaderVoterReady on September 15! Register: bit.ly/ALA-NVRD26

Check out the Minnesota Libraries Learning Network (MLLN) professional development opportunities for May-July 2026! MLLN is the Minnesota library community's source for professional development information. See the list of opportunities here: minitex.umn.edu/news/profess...

Urgent: Final days to support library funding in the bonding bill! We ask all library advocates to contact your legislators and urge them to support funding for public library construction & renovation projects in the final bonding bill. Take action today: app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag...

Is your library looking for a new & fun addition to your history programming? Host a traveling exhibit developed by the MN Digital Library! Featuring images from MDL’s digital collections, these banner exhibits are available for free on a first-come, first-served basis: mndigital.org/projects/tra...

Metronet's next Library Leadership Forum discussion is on May 20th at 3 pm: Leading Through Imposter Syndrome. Join your library colleagues across MN to connect and engage in discussions of library work, values, librarianship, and leadership. Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Register for the SELS/SELCO Camp Read-a-Lot! When: August 13th, 9am-3:30pm in Rochester. This event is specially designed for library staff and K-12 school library media specialists. Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

The winners of the 2026 Minnesota Book Awards have been announced! Check out the list here: thefriends.org/minnesota-bo...

Looking for ways to keep kids reading this summer? The @wearealsc.bsky.social 2026 Summer Reading Lists are out, organized by age and ready to share with families, students, and your community. Free to download at https://www.ala.org/alsc/publications-resources/book-lists/summer-2026 📚💙

The Minnesota State Arts Board seeks residents to serve as Grant Program Advisors! Anyone with experience or an interest in the arts are invited to apply to help review grant applications & recommend funding for local projects. Fill out the interest form here: forms.office.com/pages/respon...

Grant opportunity! The American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress is inviting individuals and organizations to apply for grants to produce collections for community use and archival preservation & access. Deadline for submissions is May 28, 2026: guides.loc.gov/archie-green...

📢 Submit a session proposal for the MLA 2026 Annual Conference (virtual, Oct. 8 & 9)! Theme: "Supporting Each Other, Sustaining the Work." Deadline: Fri., May 29. All library types & levels welcome! 🔗 site.pheedloop.com/portal/event...

Join SELS/SELCO for the webinar 'Graphic Novels 101 with Robin Brenner' on Tuesday, May 5th at 3 pm! This workshop is intended for public library staff serving youth and school media specialists. Register here (this event will also be recorded): docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

The Indie Author Project is seeking librarians to serve as judges for the competition's ninth edition! Judging begins as soon as the contest ends on May 31, and the time commitment is flexible. Learn more and sign up here: indieauthorproject.com/resources/#j...

Registration for the 14th annual Lake Superior Libraries Symposium is now open! This regional conference will take place on Friday, June 5th from 8:00am-4:25pm at Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College in Cloquet, MN. Register here: lakesuperiorlibrariessymposium.com/2026-lake-su...

Grant opportunity! Everyone Belongs: Disability Visibility Library Grants are mini-grants to support educators in acquiring books that elevate disability rights & expand the visibility of disabled people, perspectives, & lived experiences. Apply by May 29, 2026: www.nea.org/resource-lib...

Join MLA's Children & Young People's Section for Sharing Session: How to Get People to Come to Your Programs on May 12th, 1-2 pm. This session is for library staff serving youth to discuss strategies for bringing in attendees to library programs. Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Today is the start of #PreservationWeek! Led by ALA's Core division, Preservation Week inspires action to preserve collections to support community and cultural identities. Register for free virtual programs, find preservation resources, and more at PreservationWeek.org.

Join State Library Services for a webinar exploring the vital role of Tribal Libraries! This session offers the foundational knowledge needed to be a more effective ally and resource provider. When: May 7th, 12:30 pm on Zoom. Register here: www.zoomgov.com/meeting/regi...

Support the future of Minnesota’s public library buildings! Urge your legislators to support SF 3684/HF 4035, which includes $10 million in state bonding for public library construction and renovation grants. Every voice helps strengthen the impact! app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag...

Today is Take Action for Libraries Day! Together, we can make a real difference for Minnesota’s libraries—but it only works if all of us act. Support SF 3685/HF 3698 – Fair eBook lending for Minnesota libraries. Urge legislators to support fair eBook access! app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag...

Ready... Set... Take Action for Libraries! To celebrate #TakeActionForLibrariesDay, we're making our voices heard in Congress. Join us by telling your House Rep to OPPOSE censorship legislation like HR 7661 & PROTECT the right to read. Take action: www.ala.org/conferencese... #NationalLibraryWeek

June 1st is the deadline to apply for a Metronet Learning & Development grant! This grant is for professional development, continuing education, conferences, & other events from June through September 2026. More information here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

April is School Library Month! This month is the American Association of School Librarians' @aaslala.bsky.social celebration of school librarians and school libraries. Learn more here: www.ala.org/aasl/advocac...

Support the future of Minnesota’s public library buildings! Urge your legislators to support SF 3684/HF 4035 for public library construction & renovation grants. This funding is critical to modernize facilities & ensure libraries can serve their communities. app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag...

It's #NationalLibraryWeek! Take time to discover what brings you joy at your library: browse the shelves, join a book club, attend a program, or get started on your next creative project in a makerspace. Be sure to visit your library or ilovelibraries.org and celebrate your library all week long!

Submit your MLA Conference proposal by May 29th! MLA is a virtual conference this year on October 8-9. The conference theme is Supporting Each Other, Sustaining the Work. Staff from all levels, library types, and sizes are encouraged to submit proposals! www.mnlibraryassociation.org/page/2026Ses...

School libraries are the heart of learning 💙 a place where every student belongs, every question is welcome, and every story matters. Celebrate your school librarian this April! #SchoolLibraryMonth - Amanda Kordeliski, AASL President #AASLslm #AASL

The University of Minnesota Libraries & University partners invite you to apply for an all-day workshop on foundational perspectives of artificial intelligence in education and their connections with information & media literacy! Learn more here: minitex.umn.edu/news/2026-04...

Check out the Minnesota Libraries Learning Network (MLLN) professional development opportunities for April-June 2026! MLLN is the Minnesota library community's source for professional development information. See the list of opportunities here: minitex.umn.edu/news/profess...

Introducing the North Star Cataloging Network! Are you a MN cataloger, technical services professional, or someone who finds themselves occasionally working with MARC records at your library? Consider joining the group's first Zoom meeting on May 5, 11 am-12:30 pm: minitex.umn.edu/news/profess...

It's not too late to make your voice heard for library funding! We need EVERY library advocate to tell their Senators how critical libraries are for your communities. Take action and call your Senators TODAY. Urge them to #FundLibraries: ala.org/showup

📚 MLA 2026 Call for Proposals is OPEN! Share your ideas, best practices & stories with Minnesota's library community. Virtual conference Oct. 8 & 9. Deadline: May 29! 🔗 site.pheedloop.com/portal/event/EVERVTDEHVXZI/submission/CALTAC282PH5Q5W/application#start

Congratulations to Minnesota librarians Megan Kocher and Amy Riegelman for winning @ala-acrl.bsky.social's University Libraries Section (ULS) Outstanding Professional Development Award! www.ala.org/news/2026/04...

Congratulations to Minnesota librarian Jenny McBurney for winning @ala-acrl.bsky.social's Politics, Policy and International Relations Section (PPIRS) Marta Lange Award! www.ala.org/news/2026/04...