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Wednesday, July 24th, 2019DB 94776 The Mueller Report: The Findings of the Special Counsel Investigation (the redacted findings) The redacted findings of Special Counsel Robert Mueller and his team, who investigated Russian interference in the 2016 presidential elections. Identifies redacted passages and the reasons for redaction. Also includes footnotes with secondary pieces of information. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. […]
Financial Planning – Titles in Alternate Formats
Monday, July 15th, 2019“Understanding finance can become complicated because the economy is influenced by a wide variety of factors—stock market fluctuations, corporate upheavals, and foreign currency crises among them. Knowing how to handle personal financial matters can assist in many aspects of life: finding a home, providing for family members, arranging medical care, and preparing for retirement. Books […]
Help with BARD and NLS Player
Thursday, June 27th, 2019For issues with BARD and your NLS digital player, email the Talking Books Library at talking.books@olis.ri.gov or you may call (401)574-9310 and ask for technical help. If the library is closed or it is after hours, contact nlsdownload@loc.gov . Subscribe to the NLS BARD support list to receive email updates. Software Upgrades To upgrade your […]
Read: The Mueller Report with Redactions
Wednesday, June 26th, 2019From NPR (National Public Radio) Attorney General William Barr has released a redacted version of special counsel Robert Mueller’s report on Russian interference in the 2016 election to Congress and the public. Read the roughly 400 page report here. This report may take a few minutes to download. If this report takes too long to […]
National Library Service for the Blind Changes Name
Monday, June 24th, 2019NLS is pleased to announce that they have received final approval from the Librarian of Congress to change their name. This move will help them address the use of outdated language in their current name and more clearly communicate the breadth of those they serve. Beginning on October 1, the name will change officially to […]
Summer Reading 2019 — A Universe of Stories
Wednesday, June 19th, 2019There’s no better way to enjoy summer reading than at Rhode Island public libraries! Kids and teens who meet their summer reading goals can earn prizes and coupons to visit local attractions. But why let kids and teens have all the fun? There is a Summer Reading program for adults, too. All types of reading […]
BARD Technical Issues
Friday, May 31st, 2019There have been technical issues which began yesterday, May 30 with the BARD program. It is presently running because of a temporary fix. NLS staff will continue to evaluate the issue and make adjustments when needed. BARD performance may be slightly compromised while they evaluate the service. Your patience is greatly appreciated.
Blind Man Runs Half Marathon with Guide Dog
Tuesday, May 7th, 2019An inspirational story we just had to share with our members. Runner, Thomas Panek who lost his sight over 25 years ago, made history in March 2019 while running in the United Airlines New York City Half Marathon. Panek ran with his guide dogs from Guiding Eyes for the Blind, a non-profit organization that provides […]
Vision Rehabilitation Therapist Awareness Week Commemorates Anne Sullivan
Thursday, April 11th, 2019Vision Rehabilitation Therapist Awareness Week will be observed this year the week of April 14-20, 2019 to commemorate Anne Sullivan’s birthday, on April 14, 1866. Anne Sullivan, a pioneer of the vision rehabilitation profession, was the teacher who worked closely with Helen Keller, to develop the skills Keller would later use as an international lecturer […]
Xavier Society for the Blind – Religious Materials Compatible with Talking Book Machines
Thursday, April 4th, 2019“Xavier Society for the Blind is pleased to announce that our conversion to digital talking book format is now complete and we have added some popular titles on cartridge to our library! These books can be played on the talking book machines provided by the National Library Service. With an existing catalog of over 1,500 […]
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