FREE Webinar | May 21, 2026 | 2 p.m. Eastern (1 p.m. Central) LocalHop is a connected platform built to help libraries run better programs, reach more patrons, and save staff time. With 1,000+ libraries nationwide already on board, LocalHop delivers real results: 20% average program attendance growth and 3+ hours of staff time saved per week! Join us for a showcase webinar on May …Read more »
FREE Webinar | June 4, 2026 | 1 p.m. Eastern (12 p.m. Central) Join editors from the Modern Language Association on June 4, 2026, at 1 p.m. Eastern (12 p.m. Central) to learn about MLA Handbook Plus, a repository for not only the full text of the MLA Handbook but also companion guides and video courses from the MLA. Providing …Read more »
Infobase serves K–12, higher education, and public libraries with a unified portfolio of reference, streaming video, and information literacy tools—built around a single mission: helping learners find, evaluate, and apply information with confidence. For consortia, that means one trusted partner spanning every member segment. No gaps in coverage, no redundant negotiations, no piecing together a …Read more »
Offer ends June 30, 2026 As the end of the fiscal year approaches, NewsBank is offering substantial discount incentives (20%+) on their fully digitized, complete run backfiles of local Michigan and Indiana newspaper archives. See the titles here. The offer includes the following details: Titles can be purchased à la carte or as a bundle with …Read more »
Open Collections participation deadline is Dec. 31, 2026 Live webinar with Bloomsbury | April 14, 2026 | 11 a.m. Eastern (10 a.m. Central) With the conclusion of our most successful year of Bloomsbury Open Collections, MCLS is excited to announce the program’s fourth year! From now until Dec. 31, 2026, MCLS members can participate in Bloomsbury Open Collections: Year 4 program, a collective-action Open Access model, spreading the cost of publication to make …Read more »
MCLS is pleased to partner with Infobase to help libraries save money and educate their users about ethical uses of AI. The following product offers can help supplement existing collections and provide vetted tools that contribute to ongoing AI education. Infobase has developed a new Films On Demand collection, How to Use, Teach & Discuss AI, a teaching …Read more »
Through June 30, 2026, new Academic Kanopy members get 10% off and an extra 5% off if you are either a member of OMIA (OverDrive for Michigan and Indiana Academics) or a stand-alone OverDrive Libby customer. For a quote, trial, or title list, contact MCLS eLicensing & Collection Resources at services@mcls.org or call 517-939-1382.
Friday, April 17 | 1 p.m. Eastern (12 p.m. Central) | Virtual MCLS is pleased to invite you to a webinar on April 17 at 1 p.m. Eastern (12 p.m. Central) presented by Charles Watkinson, Associate University Librarian at the University of Michigan Library and Kelsey Mrjoian, Library Relations Manager at Michigan Publishing. The important perspectives of smaller academic and public libraries are often …Read more »
MCLS partners with the Regents of the University of Minnesota to offer consortial membership pricing for the Open Education Network (OEN). Enjoy a discounted membership rate and benefits like community support, professional development, resources, tools, training, and more. See here for more information about OEN, including member benefits. The membership term runs July 1-June 30, so now is a good …Read more »
MCLS is pleased to partner with Backstage Library Works to offer member libraries discounted services. Backstage Library Works has served libraries, museums, and archives around the globe since 1986. They are known for their digitization, microfilm, catalog, and collection management services, providing customized workflows to fit the specific needs of every project.? For MCLS member …Read more »
