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Library News
Thursday, October 9, 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Major Book Distributor Closure and the Likely Effect on Libraries »
Please be patient with our Michigan Public Libraries when it comes to new books in the coming weeks and months! Recently w...
Monday, October 6, 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
October 2025 is Michigan Library Appreciation Month! »
"Resolved that, The Library Network Board, do hereby proclaim October 2025 as Michigan Library Appreciation Month. During...
Friday, October 3, 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Library of Things Continues to Grow in Metro Detroit »
Check out this news segment featuring TLN member libries Livonia and Redford! Check It Out!
Thursday, July 10, 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Summer 2025 Go Places with MAP: Transportation Services »
  Now Extended Through October 2025! This summer Michigan Activity Pass and  The Library Network  ...
Thursday, May 29, 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
How to Get a Library Card in Metro Detroit — and Why It Matters for Kids »
"Do you have your library card? Not to worry; it’s easy! Discover how to unlock more than book loans for your family with...

TLN News
Saturday, September 27, 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
TLN Board Approves New Strategic Planning »
At their year-end meeting in September, the TLN Board approved a revised mission, new multi-year strategic planning, and t...
Monday, September 15, 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Holly Township Library and Capital Area District Library Join TLN »
The Library Network is growing! TLN is proud to welcome this fall two new member libraries into our cooperative. ...
Wednesday, July 9, 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Book & Author Society Returns with Author Kate Quinn Event »
Book & Author Society Returns with Author Kate Quinn Event The Book & Author Society returns this fall...
Thursday, June 12, 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
TLN In Motor City Pride Promo Video »
TLN was proud to have 50 participants march with us in the Motor City Pride parade in Detroit this week! Our group marched...
Tuesday, May 20, 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Get Free, Discounted Park and Museum Passes! »
Check out this article about MAP in the Freep! Read Article Get A Pass!

General Interest
Wednesday, June 11, 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Former Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden Speaks Out on her Firing by Trump »
Check out this week's CBS Sunday Morning interview segment with Dr. Carla Hayden, at the link below. Watch on Youtube...
Thursday, June 5, 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Michigan Activity Pass Access to Attractions »
Michigan Activity Pass Gives Access to Local Attractions   "Wish you could visit some fun places around the st...
Wednesday, May 14, 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Federal Judge in Rhode Island Orders Halt to Unconstitutional Dismantling of Library Agency »
Federal Judge in Rhode Island Orders Halt to Unconstitutional Dismantling of Library Agency Read Article  
Monday, March 24, 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Monday, February 10, 2025
With Regard to Recent Federal Decisions »
Over the past month, several executive orders and other actions taken by the federal government have targeted many disadva...

MI Library is Now!
Thursday, June 30, 2022   (0 Comments - view/add)
Business in Focus: MI Library Is Now! »
"“MI Library is Now…” is the awareness campaign for the MI-83 ARPA Grant Project highlighting the essential nature and evo...
Friday, June 10, 2022   (0 Comments - view/add)
WXYZ TV20 Detroit Showcase on MI Libraries »
The Library Network's own Justin Walker was interviewed by WXYZ TV 20 Detroit! Justin shared all about the ARPA grants t...
Tuesday, May 24, 2022   (2 Comments - view/add)
MI Library Is Now! on "Live in the D" »
The Library Network Executive Director, Steve Bowers, guests on "Live in the D." “Funding is provided in part...
Tuesday, May 24, 2022   (0 Comments - view/add)
MI Library Is Now Promo Ad »
“Funding is provided in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan.”...
Friday, May 20, 2022   (0 Comments - view/add)
Michigan Launches "MI Library is Now" Campaign »
"Human Resource Manager of the Genesee District Library, Todd Sumpter, discusses new resources that are being offered from...