Office of Library and Information Services
Address
One Capitol Hill
Providence, RI 02908
(401) 574-9300
Description:
OLIS provides sservices and programs for all types of libraries, including public, academic, school and special libraries.
Operates the Talking Books Library; to provide digital audiobooks, braille books and other reading materials and equipment for free to Rhode Island residents who are visually impaired, blind, or physically handicapped and unable to read standard print materials.
Services
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Description
Operates the Talking Books Library; to provide digital audiobooks, braille books and other reading materials and equipment for free to Rhode Island residents who are visually impaired, blind, or physically handicapped and unable to read standard print materials. Talking Books Plus- The Rhode Island Talking Books Library (TBL) program began in 1967 and is administered by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services (OLIS). BARD- Once you become a member of TBL, you may also apply for a BARD (Braille and Audio Reading Download) account which allows you to download your digital books in a matter of minutes to your cartridge or mobile device. Resources - members can view the Talking Book Topics catalog to help with selecting titles, find the schedule for our Book Discussion Group as well as information about the Summer Reading program. Newsletters and other reading list are also available. *RI Veterans receive priority for services and resources provided by the Library of Congress, National Library Services through the TBL program.
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:00PM
Required Documents
Varies
Eligibility
Visually Impaired or physically handicapped
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
APPLICATIONS: TBL provides individual memberships as well as institutional memberships to libraries, nursing homes, senior centers, schools, etc. Call for application
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Description
OLIS provides sservices and programs for all types of libraries, including public, academic, school and special libraries. Operates the Talking Books Library; to provide digital audiobooks, braille books and other reading materials and equipment for free to Rhode Island residents who are visually impaired, blind, or physically handicapped and unable to read standard print materials.
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:00PM
Required Documents
Varies
Eligibility
Visually Impaired or physically handicapped
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call first
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Description
OLIS provides sservices and programs for all types of libraries, including public, academic, school and special libraries. Operates the Talking Books Library; to provide digital audiobooks, braille books and other reading materials and equipment for free to Rhode Island residents who are visually impaired, blind, or physically handicapped and unable to read standard print materials.
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:00PM
Required Documents
Varies
Eligibility
Visually Impaired or physically handicapped
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call first
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
General Information
Hours:
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:00PM
Intake Process:
Varies
Program Fees:
Varies
Eligibility:
Varies
Is Shelter?
No
Miscellaneous
AKA:
OLIS; Talking Books Library
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
April 5, 2022
Services
Click here to show all service details. Or click on a service name to see its details specifically.
Description
Operates the Talking Books Library; to provide digital audiobooks, braille books and other reading materials and equipment for free to Rhode Island residents who are visually impaired, blind, or physically handicapped and unable to read standard print materials. Talking Books Plus- The Rhode Island Talking Books Library (TBL) program began in 1967 and is administered by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services (OLIS). BARD- Once you become a member of TBL, you may also apply for a BARD (Braille and Audio Reading Download) account which allows you to download your digital books in a matter of minutes to your cartridge or mobile device. Resources - members can view the Talking Book Topics catalog to help with selecting titles, find the schedule for our Book Discussion Group as well as information about the Summer Reading program. Newsletters and other reading list are also available. *RI Veterans receive priority for services and resources provided by the Library of Congress, National Library Services through the TBL program.
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:00PM
Required Documents
Varies
Eligibility
Visually Impaired or physically handicapped
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
APPLICATIONS: TBL provides individual memberships as well as institutional memberships to libraries, nursing homes, senior centers, schools, etc. Call for application
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Description
OLIS provides sservices and programs for all types of libraries, including public, academic, school and special libraries. Operates the Talking Books Library; to provide digital audiobooks, braille books and other reading materials and equipment for free to Rhode Island residents who are visually impaired, blind, or physically handicapped and unable to read standard print materials.
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:00PM
Required Documents
Varies
Eligibility
Visually Impaired or physically handicapped
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call first
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Description
OLIS provides sservices and programs for all types of libraries, including public, academic, school and special libraries. Operates the Talking Books Library; to provide digital audiobooks, braille books and other reading materials and equipment for free to Rhode Island residents who are visually impaired, blind, or physically handicapped and unable to read standard print materials.
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:00PM
Required Documents
Varies
Eligibility
Visually Impaired or physically handicapped
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call first
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Address Listings
Mailing
One Capitol Hill
Providence, RI 02908
Physical (Primary)
One Capitol Hill
Providence, RI 02908
Contacts
Karen Mellor
Alicia Waters
Library Services Coordinator
General Email
general inquiries
(401) 574-9310
Kelley Lima
Information Services Technician
Neshmayda Calderon
Information Services Technician
Phone Numbers
Main Phone
(401) 574-9300
Fax
(401) 574-9320
General
(401) 574-9310
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