[NFBSF] NFBSF Digest, Vol 225, Issue 12

Wed Jan 21 20:02:50 UTC 2026

Hi there,
Thank you for letting me know about the timing issue! This is actually
related to how you have your email settings configured. The first email
invitation for this event was sent out on January 5, 2026.

The reminder email you received late was sent on January 20, 2026, a couple
of hours before the event began at 7:00 PM.
If you have your email set up to receive messages in batches rather than as
they’re sent in real-time, you may not see time-sensitive reminders until
after an event has already occurred. Which is what happened in this case.

Important Feedback for Future Communications…

This is really valuable information for the NFB San Francisco Chapter
Outreach and Education Committee and anyone else sending out event
reminders. Email systems can be configured in two ways: to deliver messages
in real-time as they’re sent, or to deliver them in batches at set
intervals. To ensure we reach everyone—including those who receive emails
in batches—we should make it a point to send reminder emails at least 24
hours in advance of an event, rather than on the day of.

Alternatively if you would like to receive Text Message Reminders…

I manage a text message where I send individual reminders about NFB San
Francisco events via text. These reminders usually go out an hour or two
before meetings or the day before events.

 I try not to spam people—you’ll probably receive 3-4 text messages per
month if you choose to sign up.

To join the text message thread:
∙ Text me at 925-321-8804 with your full name and write “NFBSF text message
thread”
∙ OR reply to this email with your contact information and let me know
you’d like to be added

I hope this helps, and I look forward to staying connected!

Best,
Laura Millar
Second Vice President, NFB San Francisco Chapter

Sexuality Educator, Consultant, Coach & Community Organizer
Contact # (925)-321-8804

On Wed, Jan 21, 2026 at 10:42 AM Lauren Paland via NFBSF <nfbsf at nfbnet.org>
wrote:

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> >    1. Just a reminder about tonight‘s call! NFB San Francisco
> >       Community Call: Accessible Library Services with Mike Marlin
> >       (Laura Millar)
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> > Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2026 11:49:34 -0800
> > From: Laura Millar <laura at lauramillar.com>
> > To: "NFB of San Francisco, California List" <nfbsf at nfbnet.org>
> > Subject: [NFBSF] Just a reminder about tonight‘s call! NFB San
> >         Francisco Community Call: Accessible Library Services with Mike
> > Marlin
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> > Hello everyone,
> >
> >
> > You are invited to join the NFB San Francisco Chapter Community Call,
> open
> > to everyone.
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > NFB San Francisco Chapter Community Call
> >
> >
> > Open to Everyone: You do not have to be a chapter member to join us on
> this
> > call!
> >
> >
> > When: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
> >
> > Time: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Pacific Time)
> >
> >
> > Special Guest: Mike Marlin, Director, California Braille and Talking Book
> > Library
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > About This Event
> >
> >
> > The NFB San Francisco Chapter Outreach & Education Committee is excited
> to
> > welcome Mike Marlin from the Northern California Regional Library for the
> > National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS) network
> for
> > an informative community conversation about accessible library services
> and
> > the current landscape facing libraries serving blind, low vision, and
> > otherwise print-disabled communities.
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > What We’ll Explore
> >
> >
> > Understanding NLS Services
> >
> >
> > Mike will provide an overview of the comprehensive, completely free
> > services offered by NLS within California, including:
> >
> >
> >    -
> >
> >    Audiobooks and Braille Materials: Access to hundreds of thousands of
> >    titles in audio and braille formats, including bestsellers,
> biographies,
> >    romances, science fiction, and more
> >    -
> >
> >    BARD (Braille and Audio Reading Download): The online and mobile app
> >    service that allows instant downloads of books and magazines anytime,
> >    anywhere
> >    -
> >
> >    Free Equipment: Digital talking book machines and refreshable braille
> >    displays provided at no cost, with accessible features like large
> > buttons
> >    and compatibility with screen readers
> >    -
> >
> >    Music Collection: Braille and large-print musical scores, recorded
> >    instruction, and materials about music and musicians
> >    -
> >
> >    Magazine Services: Access to popular magazines in audio and braille
> >    formats
> >    -
> >
> >    Postage-Free mail Delivery: All materials and equipment circulated
> >    through the Free Matter for the Blind program
> >
> >
> > Eligibility and Access
> >
> >
> > Learn about who qualifies for NLSservices, including individuals who:
> >
> >
> >    -
> >
> >    Are blind or have low vision (20/200 or less in the better eye with
> >    correction)
> >    -
> >
> >    Have a physical disability that prevents holding or handling print
> >    materials
> >    -
> >
> >    Have a reading disability resulting from organic dysfunction
> >    (certification required)
> >    -
> >
> >    Are of any age – services available for children through seniors
> >
> >
> > Current Issues and Challenges
> >
> >
> > Mike will discuss important topics affecting accessible library services,
> > including:
> >
> >
> >    -
> >
> >    Federal Funding Concerns: The current landscape of library funding and
> >    potential threats to continued service
> >    -
> >
> >    Technology Transitions: The ongoing evolution from physical media to
> >    digital formats and what this means for patrons
> >    -
> >
> >    Postal Service Partnerships: How NLS works with USPS to maintain
> >    efficient Free Matter delivery, including recent innovations with
> >    Intelligent Mail barcodes
> >    -
> >
> >    Access and Awareness: Barriers to service enrollment and efforts to
> >    reach eligible individuals who may not know about NLS
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Program Format
> >
> >
> > 7:00 – 7:40 PM | Presentation by Mike Marlin
> >
> > 7:40 – 8:00 PM | Q&A Session – Your chance to ask questions!
> >
> > 8:00 PM onward | Social time. The call stays open for informal
> > conversation, community connections, and networking
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Join Us
> >
> >
> > Hosted by: National Federation of the Blind San Francisco Chapter
> >
> >
> > Open to: All blind and low vision individuals throughout California –
> > wherever you are in the state, you are welcome
> >
> >
> > Zoom Link:
> >
> >
> >
> https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6535619678?pwd=g2r7hfzZq8UC4czxbEKdlnqtf0c7yw.1&omn=84192401716
> >
> >
> > No RSVP needed – just show up and join the conversation.
> >
> >
> > We hope you can join us.
> >
> >
> > Warmly,
> >
> > National Federation of the Blind
> >
> > San Francisco Chapter— Outreach, & Education Committee
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
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> > End of NFBSF Digest, Vol 225, Issue 12
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