Tech Workshop (In-Person)

Tech In-Session: Exploring Audiobooks Through BARD

Lighthouse Guild Technology Center, 250 West 64th Street, New York, NY 10023

June 10, 2026 | 3:00 EST

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In Person

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 | 3:00 – 4:00 PM EST

About the Session

An in-person workshop introducing blind and low vision individuals to BARD, the new DA2 players, and library services available through the Andrew Heiskell Library for the Blind. 

Join us for a Tech In-Session workshop featuring special guest Simon from the Andrew Heiskell Library for the Blind in NYC. Simon will walk attendees through BARD, the new DA2 players, and the full range of library services available to individuals who are blind or have low vision — including how to access an extensive audiobook collection, use the mobile app, and more.

Topics Will Include

  • Introduction to BARD and how to access its audiobook collection 
  • Overview of the new DA2 players and how to use them 
  • Exploring the BARD mobile app 
  • Library services available to blind and low vision individuals 
  • Updates for experienced library users on new players and resources 
  • Open Q&A 

Whether you’re new to these resources or an experienced library user, this session offers something for everyone. 

About the Speaker 

Simon – Library Specialist, Andrew Heiskell Library for the Blind

Simon is a library specialist at the Andrew Heiskell Library for the Blind in New York City, which provides accessible reading materials and technology resources to individuals who are blind, have low vision, or have other print disabilities. 

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