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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 2026

Retirement news, summer reading, book suggestions.

January 2026

Braille Literacy Month information, DA2 player announcement, book suggestions, etc. 

September 2025

New circulation system launched, AOC Library of the Year Award, winning summer reading book reviews. 

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BTBL Patron Programs

  • Summer Reading Program: June 15-August 15. Register by google form: https://forms.gle/e48KehpzuKVGbMja7. You can also email or call the library to register or for additional information: Email: wambaughs@michigan.gov, Phone: 1-800-992-9012
  • 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: Virtual meeting 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 12 - 1 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