- FY2027 Legislative Agenda
Learn more about state funding to the MBLC and your local library
- Federal Program Rebuild
Databases, grants, and more
- Help for New Americans
Family preparedness and immigration resources
- Core Connections
Explore this 12-month series and upcoming workshops
NEWS RELEASES
Latest activities and updates from the MBLCMarch 05, 2026 - The MBLC Awards $29 Million in Library Construction
At its March 5, 2026 board meeting, the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC) awarded provisional construction grants totaling $29,11,051 to municipalities participating in the Massachusetts Public Library Construction Program (MPLCP). Clinton was awarded $11,316,281 for the Clinton P ... READ MORE
February 23, 2026 - Rob Favini Announces Retirement
The Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners' (MBLC) Head of Library Advisory and Government Liaison Rob Favini announced his retirement after eight years of service. Mr. Favini joined the MBLC in 2018 and has since played an important role in supporting statewide library programs and services ... READ MORE
February 09, 2026 - 347 Municipalities Receive $20 Million in State Aid
At its February Board meeting, Commissioners certified the final group of municipalities in the FY2026 State Aid to Public Libraries program. In total, 347 municipalities and their libraries are now certified and will share $20 million in state aid funding. Just four municipalities do not participa ... READ MORE