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Summer Reading Program’s Virtual Launch: June 26, 2023

The National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS) and its affiliated libraries nationwide invite patrons of all ages to join in the Kickoff of the NLS Summer Program on Monday, June 26, 2023 at 4 pm ET on Zoom. Dr. Carla Hayden, the Librarian of Congress, will read from a storybook, followed by “Music and Story Time” with Matt Mazur from Turtle Dance Music. This online event is open to all ages. Register here to join in the NLS Summer Reading 2023: Kickoff.

This kickoff will be followed by author talks, story times, and music each week, starting on Thursday, July 29 at 7 pm ET. That event will feature Megan Labrise, editor-at-large of Kirkus Reviews, speaking with Shelby Van Pelt, The New York Times bestselling author of Remarkably Bright Creatures. Register here for the NLS Summer Reading 2023: Author Talk: Shelby Van Pelt.
Those who sign up to attend will receive details about how to join each event after registering.
To locate the NLS library serving your area, visit their “Find Your Local Library” webpage here. You may also call 888-NLS-READ (888-657-7323).