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OLIS News and Updates

Learn about Americans with Disabilities Act regulations pertaining to service animals. The 211 Van will also be present to assist with a variety of resource needs.

Outlining the titles of the ADA, they will provide the definition of a service animal, identify what is the difference between service animals and emoti

LORI Delivery is cancelled Thursday, February 6 due to the forecasted winter weather conditions.
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There is no delivery on February 17 in observance of Presidents' Day. School delivery is suspended February 17-21 for mid-winter recess.
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The Office of Library and Information Services is revising and updating the Minimum Standards for Rhode Island Public Libraries, as charged by the Library Board of Rhode Island.
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Big news to start the new year: This spring NLS will begin offering patrons a new audiobook player, replacing the first generation of players introduced in 2009.

This player, model DA2, has new features including Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity and 28 GB of internal storage.

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The Governor’s proposed FY26 state budget includes funding for State Aid to Libraries at 24.53%.
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On January 28, the topic for the That All May eRead program will be Navigating Books and Articles with NLS Braille eReaders.

There will be a short presentation, and then we will take questions regarding the presentation or anything else about the eReaders.

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Share your experiences and ideas to help improve services for people with disabilities in Rhode Island.

We want to hear from people who are blind or have low vision about what’s working, what’s not, and what changes would make it easier to live, work, and