Talking Book and Braille Center Blog
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Empowering Accessible Reading in New Jersey
Welcome to the blog of the NJ State Library Talking Book and Braille Center (TBBC), your gateway to accessible reading and self-learning. TBBC provides services to New Jersey residents of all ages who have difficulty reading standard print due to visual impairments, physical disabilities, or reading disabilities.
We highlight the latest developments in accessible technology, share interesting stories, and provide updates on new resources and programs. Whether you’re a long-time patron or new to TBBC, our blog is here to connect you with tools and opportunities that open up a world of reading and exploration.
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Published on May 21, 2025 On this week’s Toll of Commuting, News 12’s Amanda Eustice rides the train with a woman who’s been blind most of her life. From navigating… Continue reading "Toll of Commuting: How a blind woman navigates her New Jersey commute"
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Resources for Individuals with Disabilities and the People That Support Them Published on August 2, 2024 New Jersey is committed to being a safe, accessible, and affordable place to live… Continue reading "Disability Information Hub"
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Published on July 26, 2024 Barbie has announced two new additions to its growing line of diverse and inclusive dolls: a blind Barbie and the first Black Barbie with Down… Continue reading "Mattel introduces two first-of-their-kind inclusive Barbie dolls: See the new additions"
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Originally published on May 3, 2023 by The National Herald HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ – The Bendix Diner has been featured in several films, TV shows and commercials, including Jersey Girl,… Continue reading "John Diakakis, Blind Diner Owner, Featured in Documentary Bendix: Sight Unseen"
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Originally published by RWJBarnabas Health on May 14, 2024 The Aira app provides Live, On Demand, Visual Interpretation in English, Spanish and French. West Orange, NJ, – RWJBarnabas Health announces that… Continue reading "RWJBarnabas Health Offers Aira Navigation Services For Blind and Low-Vision Employees, Patients and Visitors – At No Cost"
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Published on June 6, 2025 Every year, The Middle Atlantic Blind Golf Association (MABGA) Junior Golf Program holds monthly outings and clinics for boys and girls age 7-21 who are… Continue reading "The Middle Atlantic Blind Golf Association Junior Golf Program"
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Published on January 26, 2024 The Erica C. Vaughns NLS Aspiring Leaders Internship Program was established in 2020 through an endowment to provide legally blind individuals opportunities to work at NLS in… Continue reading "Erica C. Vaughns NLS Aspiring Leaders Internship Program"
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Published on January 24, 2024 It’s more than news—access a world of content in this free audio and Braille service for blind and print-disabled people.NFB-NEWSLINE® is a free audio news service… Continue reading "NFB-NEWSLINE® A FREE service for those who are unable to read Newsprint!"
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Published on January 24, 2024 “Register Ready – New Jersey’s Special Needs Registry for Disasters” allows New Jersey residents with disabilities or access and functional needs and their families, friends,… Continue reading "New Jersey Registry Ready"
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Published on December 6, 2023 Navigating the world around you is certainly challenging if you’re blind or sight impaired. One tool that can help is a free mobile app from… Continue reading "Microsoft Seeing AI app lands on Android to help blind and visually impaired users"