Announcements and Notices
Many Faces of BARD program: Using the Siri Shortcuts for BARD
The topic for the Thursday, May 9, 2024, Many Faces of BARD program will be Using the Siri Shortcuts for BARD. The program will begin at 7:00 p.m. eastern time and last for one hour. This program will be recorded.
The session will begin with a brief presentation. The remainder of the time will be spent answering questions about the presentation or answering other questions related to BARD usage.
The session can be joined by going to https://loc.zoomgov.com/j/1617856838?pwd=dUlPUUVJbnpTTmpaOUxoeThVOTFPUT09
The complete Zoom invitation is below. To review past programming, please go to www.loc.gov/nls/news-and-updates/many-faces-of-bard.
Join Zoom Meeting
One tap mobile:
US: +16692545252,,1617856838# or +16468287666,,1617856838#
Meeting URL:https://loc.zoomgov.com/j/1617856838?pwd=dUlPUUVJbnpTTmpaOUxoeThVOTFPUT09
Meeting ID: 161 785 6838
Passcode: 22732273
Join by Telephone
Dial: +1 646 828 7666 US (New York);
+1 646 964 1167 US (US Spanish Line)
Meeting ID: 161 785 6838
Join from an H.323/SIP room system
H.323: 161.199.138.10 (US West);
161.199.136.10 (US East)
Meeting ID: 161 785 6838
Passcode: 22732273
SIP: 1617856838@sip.zoomgov.com
Passcode: 22732273
NLS: Braille on Demand: Get 5 each month to keep
You may request up to 5 titles per month with the updated Braille on Demand program from NLS, these are books you can keep!
The form to request a braille-on-demand book can be found at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NLSbrailleondemand.
Patrons may complete the form themselves or contact their network library for assistance. They may also contact NLS Reference at nlsref@loc.gov for assistance in completing the form.
Longer Book Descriptions
NLS is now using publisher-provided book descriptions for new titles added to the collection in Braille Book Review, Talking Book Topics, and on BARD and in the catalog.
These publisher descriptions are longer and present richer, more detailed book descriptions to NLS patrons that is routinely used by other libraries and book providers. These descriptions provide more insight into book topics and will make it easier for patrons to identify and search titles of interest.
New Improved NLS Catalog
Finding your next great read is easier than ever with the new NLS Catalog search features! NLS Catalog boasts a new, clean design and advanced search functionality, direct links to BARD from catalog listings for quick downloads, and for the first time, patrons can directly request books to add to our collection! Patrons will also find links to contact a librarian and other resources to get the most out of NLS. Start exploring the catalog here: https://nlscatalog.loc.gov.
Get NLS News in your Inbox!
Want to get the latest news and updates from the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled? NLS’s Patron Engagement Section now hosts an announce-only listserv that will include announcements about NLS programs, services, and products that might be of interest to patrons. New announcements will be posted to the list few times a week. If you are interested in signing up for this listserv, please send your name and email address to the Patron Engagement Section at NLSPES@loc.gov. You will be able to unsubscribe yourself from the list at any time. So email NLSPES@loc.gov now!
Getting Help Downloading
Technology is wonderful when it works. However, when something goes wrong, sometimes it can seem as though it takes forever to get the right help.
Email NLSDownload@loc.gov for immediate help straight from the experts. Be sure to include the email address you use for BARD/BARD Express and specific details about what device you are using, and what error messages you are getting. You cannot give too much information!
