Maryland libraries are strong, vital and collaborative. The Maryland Library Association is the heart of Maryland’s librarie...s, offering a steady beat of professional training programs, advocacy tools and networking opportunities. MLA brings people together from across the state to learn, share and grow. Members benefit in a variety of ways, and often tap into different facets of the...
Please note: MLA also distributes annual awards to a Maryland author through the Maryland Author Award and for children's books through the Maryland Blue Crab Young Reader Award. Maryland Library Association Outstanding Member Award The purpose of the Maryland Library Association Outstanding Member Award is to recognize a MLA member who has effectively provided sustained service to MLA and...