07/26/2023 - 15:26

Mock Caldecott 2024

It's time to start taking a closer look at 2023 picture books with the first 2024 RI Mock Caldecott reading list.

It's time to start taking a closer look at 2023 picture books. Participating in the Mock Caldecott is an opportunity to sharpen selection skil

07/19/2023 - 12:12

Library of Rhode Island Certification Now Open

The Resource Sharing Certification opened July 17, 2023. The deadline for libraries to submit is September 15, 2023. (School libraries extended to September 29, 2023).

The 2023 Resource Sharing Certification is open and closes September 15, 2023 for academic, public and special libraries.

07/19/2023 - 11:19

Public Library Annual Survey Now Open

The Public Library Annual Survey opened Monday, July 17. The deadline for public libraries to submit FY23 data is September 15, 2023.

The RI Public Library Annual Survey is now open for submissions.

07/06/2023 - 07:31

Welcome to our new website!

Explore the new website and share your thoughts about the new interface and features. Please submit your comments and questions to pablo.moraleshenry@olis.ri.gov

We are thrilled to announce the successful launch of the new Office of Library and Information Services (OLIS) website!

07/03/2023 - 14:08

NLS Suspending Inactive BARD Accounts

You must download at least 1 book during a 6 month period or NLS will automatically suspend your account after 6 months of inactivity.

If you find that you cannot login to your BARD account, please call the talking books staff at (401)574-9310 or email 

06/28/2023 - 14:13

NLS Patron Corner Programming July 26

On Wednesday, July 26, at 7:00 p.m. EDT, the National Library Service for the Blind and Disabled (NLS) Patron Engagement Section will host the quarterly Patron Corner.

This will be a special program to commemorate the 33rd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will feature a panel of speakers who