Perkins Library

12/05/2025

Explore the Perkins holiday gift guide for accessible, inclusive presents for people who are blind, visually impaired or disabled.

12/05/2025

December is "Read a New Book Month!" 📚 Whether it's a new release or something that's simply new to you, our librarians have the perfect recommendations to get your reading journey going!

📗 The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood
Recommended by Chelsea
Available in audio, braille, and large print

📗 The Bangalore Detectives Club by Harini Nagendra
Recommended by Erin
Available in audio and large print

📗 True Biz by Sara Nović
Recommended by James
Available in audio

📗 The Deep by Rivers Solomon
Recommended by Andrea
Available in audio and braille

📗 Picnic on the Moon by Charles Coe
Recommended by Vicki
Available in audio

📗 Mina's Matchbox by Yōko Ogawa
Recommended by Alex
Available in audio

📗 The Magician of Tiger Castle by Louis Sachar
Recommended by Emily
Available in audio

12/04/2025

Did anyone else catch the Perkins Brailler on The Amazing Race last night?! 🌍

12/04/2025

In 1923, two WWI veterans with amputations embarked on a 2,000+ kilometer hike to raise awareness of what disabled veterans faced after the war. Read more of their story: https://bit.ly/47NS5xD

After the First World War, two war amputees raised the profile of disabled veterans and challenged ableism as they trekked 2,000 kilometres from Calgary to Thunder Bay.

12/03/2025

We are delighted to welcome pianist and vocalist Jason Castonguay back for a very special holiday performance! ❄️ 🎵 Mark your calendars to share in the joy of the season through song!

🗓️ Tuesday, December 16, 2025
🕑 2:00-3:30 p.m.
📍 Via Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/6179727240

12/03/2025

12/02/2025

With climate change and weather-related disasters disproportionately affecting people with disabilities, it is critical that the disability community be given more of a voice within climate conversations. Read more: https://bit.ly/47U8ocg

It is undeniable that policymakers are responsible for involving persons with disabilities in solutions to address climate change. However, the climate and disability movements must present a united front to pressure them.

12/01/2025

Today is local children's author Jan Brett's birthday! 🦔 Fun fact: Brett is known for her meticulously detailed illustrations. She dedicates about an hour to painting just one inch of space and about two days to painting one page!

Find books by Brett in large print, braille, and audiobook formats here at Perkins Library! Reach out today! https://bit.ly/4d4iwjK

11/30/2025

Wearable technology can improve your health and be a useful aid in rehabilitation. Read more: https://bit.ly/49MsaJd

Motion data is well known for improving athletic performance and rehab. Thanks to AI, it’s also turning motion into another vital sign for general health.

11/29/2025

The disability community benefits from having more choices, from transportation to medical treatment, but it is through advocacy that those choices become a reality! Read more: https://bit.ly/4nUPp7s

Whether it's transportation, education, or treatment, the more choices people with LGMD have, the better, says columnist Patrick Moeschen.

11/28/2025

New from our recording studio! Based on true events, Leaving Coy’s Hill by Katherine A. Sherbrooke is a timeless story of women’s quest for personal and professional fulfillment within society’s stubborn constraints. Reach out to experience Leaving Coy's Hill (DBC 11701) today!

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from Perkins Library! 🦃 What are your favorite dishes?