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Friday, February 10th, 2012The January 2012 Bestseller List is online now. The bestseller report compiled monthly by National Library Services for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS) combines information taken from the bestseller lists of the Los Angeles Times, the New York Times, and the Washington Post. Bestsellers are included in the report when they appear on one of the […]
Reading Across RI Events
Tuesday, February 7th, 2012Now that Caleb’s Crossing by Geraldine Brooks is downloadable from BARD at Talking Books Plus, consider joining the following Upcoming Reading Across Rhode Island events associated with the book.
Reading Across RI Caleb's Crossing Downloadable
Monday, January 30th, 2012Read Caleb’s Crossing and join the Reading Across Rhode Island events that are taking place in public libraries throughout the state. The historical novel, Caleb’s Crossing by Geraldine Brooks is downloadable from BARD, a service for Talking Books Plus members. The recording is by Mitzi Friedlander. Reading time is 12 hours 44 minutes. Download Caleb’s Crossing, DB73473. Book Annotation: Bethia Mayfield […]
Inspirational Dog Stories
Monday, December 12th, 2011I discovered links to these titles at the end of Robin Kall’s article about Caleb’s Crossing in Go Local Prov Lifestyle. Robin is also Co- chair of the May 5, 2012 breakfast that is celebrating the 2012 Reading Across RI book, Caleb’s Crossing. The following title is in the Talking Books Plus collection – A Good Dog – The Story of Orson Who Changed […]
Special Needs Emergency Registry
Tuesday, November 8th, 2011Recently, Mother Nature reminded us again that she can be unpredictable. Severe weather can cause challenges for Rhode Islanders who have special healthcare needs. We want to make sure that everyone knows about the Rhode Island Special Needs Emergency Registry (RISNER). The Registry is a joint effort of the Rhode Island Department of Health (HEALTH) […]
Humorous Mysteries
Thursday, August 18th, 2011Take a look at the titles in this humorous mysteries booklist.
Learning Ally changes membership
Friday, July 8th, 2011Effective August 31, all current individual memberships will expire at Learning Ally (formerly RFB&D). September 1, a Learning Ally individual membership will be $99 per year. Prior to August 31, Learning Ally is offering the opportunity to register or renew a one year individual membership for $79. In addition, Learning Ally has made available new player […]
April Bestseller List
Friday, May 13th, 2011The April 2011 Bestsellers List compiled monthly by NLS combines information taken from the bestseller lists of the Los Angeles Times, the New York Times, and the Washington Post. Bestsellers are included in the list when they appear on one of the above bestseller lists for a month or more. Titles in the April Bestseller List with an NLS number […]
Weekly Book Reviews K-12
Tuesday, May 10th, 2011Librarians and parent check this out. On March 1st, the Mackin Books in Bloom blog went live. Launched by Mackin Educational Resources, the blog features selected books for K-12. In the blog, Librarian bloggers explain what makes each selected book high quality and why students are likely to enjoy the book. Each month, the blog aims to […]
NLS celebrates its 80th anniversary
Wednesday, February 23rd, 2011On March 3, the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS) – the Library of Congress’ talking book and braille program – will celebrate 80 years of helping visually impaired and physically disabled individuals enjoy reading their favorite books and magazines. This free library program brings reading materials via the U.S. mail at […]
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