Connections 4 kids and moffat county youth united way are proud to bring dolly partons imagination library to moffat and rio blanco counties. When i retired a few years ago, i was fortunate to find the colorado talking book library volunteer program thanks to. The ctbl webopac is setup to allow everyone to browse our entire collection. The friends of the colorado talking book library supports the. The library has a program that provides a volunteer to visit denver residents who are not able to.
Join facebook to connect with lori kinney and others you may know. Questions not answered by going to the links above, contact the volunteer services office at 30344114 or email protected. The arizona talking book library is following the guidance distributed by the governors office and arizona department of health services regarding the novel coronavirus covid19. Materials are provided in large print, braille and audio formats. Colorado talking book library is looking for volunteers to assist staff with a variety of services that range from collating materials for packets, to detailed computer work. Audiobook narrator colorado talking book library givegab. The state library is arranged by unit according to activities and library needs. Children who enroll in the free program will receive an ageappropriate book mailed to. Inperson retrieval and immediate checkout of materials to patrons of arizona talking book library. If you are interested in applying for a job at the bud werner memorial library, please. The safety and wellbeing of our staff, volunteers, and visitors are our highest priorities. The volunteer will use public information like organizational websites, annual reports, irs tax documents, and other financial information to update our live database.
Book sets lists of books available in both large print and audio formats. The library accepts applications for positions that are listed and open. For people who are unable read standard print, ctbl provides audio, braille and large print books keeping you connected to. Colorado talking book library is a free service provided to eligible borrowers unable to read standard print. Friends of colorado talking book library, denver, colorado. He has served on the media advisory group of the denver foundation and has been a volunteer with the colorado talking book library. Shelving units for the talking books and large print books. For people who cant read standard print, the talking book library provides audio, braille, and large print books keeping you connected to reading, stories, and adventure. Volunteer opportunities at the library denver public library. Bill west, a volunteer at colorado talking book library, is offering a training for anyone interested in being a sighted guide for the blind and visually impaired. With more than 26 free webinar topics for volunteer managers and nonprofit professionals, the volunteermatch learning center is chockfull of volunteer engagement tips, industry insight, and management best practices. Adventure is yours, find your story and read happily ever after. This account, covering the colorado libraries volunteer managers councils henceforth, the council or clvmc formative period from the first meeting in january 1993 through the end of 1996, formally introduces the organization to the colorado library community by briefly describing its rationale, its structure and norms, its objectives, and its projects.
Each week patrons of ctbl return audiobook players. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. The xxyy project chromosome disorder outreach education, information, advocacy and support for all those affected by any rare chromosome disorder. Use the free libby app made by overdrive or the original overdrive app, or read, watch or listen to content right on your desktop computer via the front range downloadable library the items are also visible and able to be borrowed in the librarys main catalog. The friends of ctbl support the colorado talking book library in its efforts to provide. Make our books come alive become a talking book narrator making stories come alive for people who cannot read print books is what the volunteers at the colorado. Colorado talking book library is looking for volunteers to record books and other. We can assist with submitting applications to this library. Ada compliant design and architecture in all of our libraries, including parking, public computer desks and walkways. Behind the scenes at the colorado talking book library. If you are a college student interested in library science as a major or a business or creative writing student who just loves libraries, we have limited internship opportunities available every semester.
The volunteers at the colorado talking book library know how gratifying it is to help others experience the joy of reading. Arizona talking book library arizona state library. Volunteers friends of the colorado talking book library. All costs associated with the volunteer program at the library. Volunteers will repair the eggsballs and return them to you. Friends of colorado talking book library volunteer. Library of congress honors colorado and michigan libraries for.
Sighted guide training at colorado talking book library. We make it possible for them to stay informed and connected to the world. Colorado talking book library is looking for volunteers to help keep our books talking. Colorado talking book library hosts online fundraising and volunteer opportunities on givegab. Friends of colorado talking book library home facebook. Have nhs, ib or school credits that you need to complete. Our library is moving to an ondemand model of circulation for our audiobooks. Serving over 32,000 customers and 350 organizations like nursing homes, the colorado talking book library houses thousands of titles in braille, audiobook, large print and in download form for those who are vision impaired, unable to hold a book or with learning disabilities. The volunteers would assist staff with getting books ready for daily mailout, reshelve returned books, and prep books for the next days circulation.
Friends help ctbl by contributing money and time to ensure the maintenance of the high quality service the library has always offered. The arizona capitol museum is closed through saturday, april 4. Colorado talking book library is looking for volunteers with library experience to assist staff with updating and maintaining catalogue records using an electronic catalogue. Tumblebooks animated, talking storybooks for young children. Not only was i able to use my years of business experience as a member of the outreach team, but i met many wonderful fellow volunteers along. Unfortunately for many people who are blind or sightimpaired, this is a reality they deal with every day. B census in book format f census on microfilm ib index in book format if index on microfilm it territorial index in book format m miracode on microfilm s soundex on microfilm t territorial census in book format v veterans schedule partial index gen sa 7102017. Scroll down our homepage for information on our april poetry contest. Ctbl prepares and mails out thousands of braille, large print and audiobooks daily to our patrons. Help us catalog our books colorado talking book library. Also, plan to bring your court document to your first volunteer meeting and give a copy to the volunteer coordinator. The ideal candidate works well independently in a quiet, lowkey environment. In addition to browsing the collection, patrons of the library are able to add books to their request list, check out materials and download books through the website. From selecting material, to recording, to editing, to distribution.
We have lots of great options for teens who want to give something back to their communities, and we really appreciate our teen volunteers. Volunteers friends of colorado talking book library. Colorado talking book library for people who are unable read standard print, ctbl provides audio, braille and large print books keeping you connected to reading, stories and adventure. Volunteers will remove labels from audio cartridges and replace with updated labels. If the post office will not accept the package, please send it to j. Introducing the colorado libraries volunteer managers. Located in steamboat springs, colorado, usa, approximately 150 miles northwest of denver, the bud werner memorial library is dedicated to promoting enrichment, education, and escape for everyone.
Projects administered by the colorado state library are made possible in part by grant funds from the institute of museum and library services imls. Services for persons with disabilities denver public library. Ctbl was named the library of congress national library service for the blind and disabled library of the year. The mind institute is a phenomenal resource for any who have children on the autism spectrum, fragile x syndrome or many other genetic disorders that include neurodevelopmental issues. Weve selected a few of the best ready reference websites to help you quickly find answers and research on your own. Colorado talking book library libraries 180 sheridan. Teen volunteers many branches host youth volunteers age 12 and up, though positions may be limited.
The colorado talking book library ctbl provides audio, braille, and largeprint books to keep people. Current volunteer listings unless indicated otherwise in the description, please call the denver public library volunteer office at 7208652043 for more information. Libby download ebooks, audiobooks, video and music. The national library service for the blind and physically handicapped nls at the library of congress will honor two of its cooperating libraries for their outstanding service in 2017 to readers who are visually or physically disabled. Library of congress honors colorado and michigan libraries. The ideal candidate works independently in a quiet, lowkey environment. Recommended readings from wolfner missouri talking book library opens in another window. The volunteer will gain insight into grant research and nonprofit management, and will have free access to crcs nonprofit professional development trainings. Borrow ebooks, audio, and video using overdrive or libby. Colorado talking book library volunteer opportunities. Colorado talking book library has an urgent need for volunteers to assist in the mailroom and other behindthescenes assignments. Colorado talking book library is looking for volunteers to assist with preparing special media for a new service.
If you need more or different information sources please stop by or call the library. Online reference resources colorado virtual library. Our mission is to serve the blind and disabled readers in colorado by providing books and magazines in large print, audio, or braille format. One of the colorado talking book librarys strengths is its volunteer program. Ctbl volunteers are vital to continue providing colorado patrons with a highly valued service. Connect with us financial information on schools and districts throughout colorado. Help the colorado talking book library create beepballs. Anything borrowed via the apps will also show up with your physical. For additional information please contact any of the listed libraries. Colorado talking book library nonprofit giving platform. Learn more about volunteer opportunities for teens. For people who cant read standard print, ctbl provides audio, braille and large print books keeping you connected to reading, stories and adventure.
The webopac gives patrons the ability to view their request list, reserve list and has now list. Colorado talking book library is looking for volunteers with library experience to assist staff with updating and maintaining catalog records using an electronic catalog. If you, or someone you know are not able to enjoy books or magazines because. I cannot say enough good things about the talking book library. Find out more about our partner organizations, their missions, and ways to volunteer with them. The colorado talking book library ctbl in denver will receive the regional library of the year award, while braille and talking books at taylor community. Specific disability resources ability connection colorado. Colorado talking book library disability law colorado. Colorado talking book library opens a new window provides audio, braille and large print books.
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