[New-york-news] Braille for the 21st Century now happening Tuesday Jan 9, 3PM-5PM

[Chancey Fleet]

Let’s try this again! Braille for the 21st Century is now happening on
Tuesday January 8 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. We welcome you to participate in
person or online: just email chanceyfleet at nypl.org or call (212) 621-0627
to reserve your spot. We’ll be meeting in the library’s community room at
40 West 20th St in Manhattan. Directions, other upcoming events, our blog
and more are right here:

Talkingbooks.nypl.org

We’re celebrating Louis Braille’s birthday (a little late because of the
snow day) with a hands-on exploration of Braille in the modern world.
Whether you’re a seasoned Braille reader, Braille-curious or a sighted ally
who wants to understand why Braille matters, this workshop is for you.

We’ll be exploring the latest Android- and Windows-based Braille Notetakers
and Braille displays, including the Focus 40 5th Generation, HIMS Polaris,
Elbraille, Braille Edge, Braille Note Touch, Brailliant and Vario Ultra.
You’ll learn how these devices work on their own or paired with Windows,
Android and iOS devices. We’ll also have information about signing up for
Braille study groups, creating hard copy Braille and tactile graphics at
the library, checking out free Braille learning materials for kids and
adults, and ordering your own Braille slate and stylus.

Please register to reserve your place by calling (212) 621-0627 or emailing
Chanceyfleet at nypl.org.
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