by Sarah Trowbridge | Mar 19, 2024 | Knowledge, Programs, Technology
Our friends at the Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library in New York City have once again generously opened up attendance at their virtual programs to members of the blind and print disabled community all over the United States. GLS patrons are welcome to...
by Sarah Trowbridge | Jan 17, 2024 | Accessibility, Knowledge, Programs
Accessible origami Last summer, for the 2023 GLS Summer Reading Program, some of our staff experimented with writing verbal instructions for a couple of origami projects. Origami, the Japanese art of paper folding, is by definition a tactile activity. Yet most of the...
by Sarah Trowbridge | Sep 27, 2023 | Programs, Services
GLS patrons Aracely and Angela enjoyed trying out some drumming at the 2023 Summer Reading kickoff event at Decatur Library. The GLS Summer Reading Program for 2023 wrapped up in early August, bringing a sense of accomplishment to all who took part. With our overall...
by Sarah Trowbridge | Sep 18, 2023 | Announcements, Programs
Do you want more music in your life? The NLS Music Section is excited to announce the Music Notes Meeting, a new recurring virtual event where patrons can learn in depth about selected music topics. Each hour-long Music Notes Meeting will begin with a pre-recorded...
by Sarah Trowbridge | Jun 13, 2023 | News, Programs
The 2023 Summer Reading Program has kicked off at GLS, and our readers of all ages are excited to participate. We gathered at the Decatur Library in DeKalb County on June 8 for a fun-filled afternoon of storytelling and drumming with Babatunde the Griot, creative...
by Sarah Trowbridge | Apr 27, 2023 | Accessibility, Programs
The biennial Georgia Accessibility Conference was held in Jekyll Island, Georgia, March 13-15, 2023. The conference welcomed librarians, library staff, and strategic partners for a three-day event held in person and live streamed for virtual attendees. The first day...
