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BTBL News & Events

The BTBL in Lansing, Michigan offers programs to patrons statewide. The National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS) also offer direct patron programming nationwide via Zoom and dial in options. In addition, the Advisory and Outreach Centers throughout the state may also hold local programs available to patrons in their serving counties. Contact your serving library for more information on programming opportunities.

InFocus Newsletters

May 2025

New circulation system coming soon, summer reading, book suggestions.

January 2025

Patron survey results, program information, book customization details, book suggestions.

September 2024

This issue was released as print only. We apologize for any inconvenience. Please contact the library to obtain the back issue electronically.

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Summer Reading Program

The BTBL Summer Reading Program runs from June 16 – August 15. To register for Summer Reading, fill out this google form or call the library at 1-800-992-9012. The program includes the following opportunities:

BTBL hosted events in partnership with the Henry Ford Museum

July 12 @ 10am – Tactile Group Tour 1*
July 15 @ 2pm – History of Ice Cream virtual event led by Henry Ford Museum retired curator, Donna Braden.
July 17 @ 1pm – Tactile Group Tour 2*
July 21 @ 10am – Tactile Group Tour 3*
*In-person Group Touch Tours require pre-registration for ALL attendees with a max of 15 people per tour. Pre-registration opens Monday July 16 on a first come, first serve basis. BTBL will provide entrance fee for each registered person. Transportation not provided.

NLS hosted Events (Live via Zoom)

June 16 – Kickoff with Dr Hayden and Mac Barnett
June 23 – Roger Epelding, Master Gardener
June 26 – Donna Washington, Storyteller
July 14 – Christine Ha, Chef and Author
July 24 – Jono Manson, Musician

On-Your-Own Activities:

Yarn Paint with Contact Paper (BTBL Youth Only, supplies provided)
Take a virtual tour of the Library of Congress (NLS, pre-recorded)
Clay Sculpting Techniques (NLS, pre-recorded)

BTBL Patron Programs

Technology Club: Rotating technology presentations. Meets the second Saturday of the month from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. via Zoom or dial: 1-929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 951 928 2886, Meeting password: 528260
Book Club: Rotating book selections and moderators. Meets the second Saturday of the month from 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. via Zoom or dial: 1-929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 951 928 2886, Meeting password: 528260
Craft & Chat: Formerly known as 'Knitting Club', this meeting has transitioned to a virtual meet up for all crafters to enjoy each other's company while working on crafts independently. Join Librarian Meagan Daniels to chat about what you are working on and hear more about the crafts others are doing as well! Meets the third Wednesday of the month from 1 - 2 p.m. via Zoom or dial: 1-929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 841 1464 8881, Meeting password: X8450s
Tech Tidbits: A short 20 minute tech topic presentation by Librarian Bridgid Turner, followed by Q&A. Each month features a different topic. Meets the fourth Tuesday of each month from 10 -10:30 a.m. via Zoom.
NLS Patron Programming: The National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled provides multiple virtual programs for patrons nationwide. You can sign up to get direct emails from NLS on their program offerings by emailing NLSPES@loc.gov. Or you can view their list of offerings online at: Patron Services and Events - National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS) | Library of Congress

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