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Andrew Heiskell Library's End of the Year Links
We've got a few links that might interest you as we say goodbye to 2010 and welcome 2011. Don't forget: The library will be closed on Saturday, January 1, 2011, but you'll be able to leave Voicemail messages at 212-206-5400 and 212-206-5425.
The New York Times article, "Just Because One's Vision is Waning, Hope Doesn't Have To" is about access to tools for independence.
The Computer Center for Visually Impaired People (CCVIP) at Baruch College will hold a tech demonstration "Accessible eBook and Digital Book Readers" on Wednesday, January 19, 2011 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. and from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m., at Baruch College 151 East 25 Street, Room 655. Call 646-312-1420 for reservations.
Read E-Books with SimplyE
With your library card, it's easier than ever to choose from more than 300,000 e-books on SimplyE, The New York Public Library's free e-reader app. Gain access to digital resources for all ages, including e-books, audiobooks, databases, and more.
If you don’t have an NYPL library card, New York State residents can apply for a digital card online or through SimplyE (available on the App Store or Google Play).
Need more help? Read our guide to using SimplyE.