Summer 2026 OTBS Update

Oakland Talking Book Service at Rochester Hills Public Library 
 
In this Issue: 

Upcoming Events 
New Programs 
New Accessible Tech Trainer at OTBS  
Book Selection Help 
NLS Summer reading 


OTBS Book Discussion Groups 
Are you looking for an opportunity to discuss great books and network with other Oakland Talking Book Service (OTBS) patrons? Consider joining one of our book discussion groups. If you have questions about our book discussion groups or want to receive one or more books, call 248-650-5681. 

First Monday of each month at 1 p.m.: 
To join the call, dial 888-916-5522. No pin or password is needed. 
May 4: The Winds from Further West by Alexander McCall Smith 
DB132367 June 1: The Kamogawa Food Detectives by Hisashi Kashiwai DB126026 
July 6: The Housemaid by Freida McFadden DB114201 
Third Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m.: 
To join the call, dial 888-916-5522. No pin or password is needed. 
May 20: Strong Roots by Olia Hercules DB132075 
June 17: Unseen by Molly Burke. DB 134008 
July 15: Theo of Golden by Allen Levi DB 131887 


New Program! Where ItÕs A.T. 
Each month Chad will host a discussion on Accessible Technology (A.T.) topics over the phone. If you have questions, call 248-650-5683. 
Second Monday of each month at 1 p.m.: 
To join the call, dial 888-916-5522. No pin or password is needed. 
May 11: NLS Players June 8: Visual assistance apps (Be My Eyes and Seeing AI) July 13: BARD 
New Accessible Tech Trainer at OTBS! 
Join us in welcoming Chad, OTBSÕ new Accessible Technology Trainer. Chad is a certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist with experience teaching blind and visually impaired individuals how to use technology. If you need help using a personal or NLS device, you can contact Chad by phone at 248-650-5683 or email at chad.cecchini@rhpl.org. 

Do you like your book selection? 
Make sure youÕre getting more of the books you like, and less of the books you want to skip. If you find yourself skipping books more than youÕre used to, call the librarians at OTBS to adjust your preferences. Share your favorite subjects, authors, and series, and we will work with you to get you more books you enjoy. Sometimes, it takes a few tries to make it perfect! 

NLS Summer Reading: Unearth a Story 
From June 15 to August 15, 2026, NLS will host its annual Summer Reading Program (SRP26) for patrons nationwide. The theme this year is Unearth a Story. The NLS Summer Reading Program mixes reading with at-home activities and virtual author events. Fun for all ages and abilities! 
For more details, visit: https://www.loc.gov/nls/services-and.resources/summer-reading/ 

Top Five Audio Fiction BARD downloads in January and February 
The Widow by John Grisham DB133042 
Nash Falls by David Baldacci DB133328 
The Proving Ground by Michael Connelly DB133660 
Exit Strategy by Lee Child, Andrew Child DB133326 
Gone Before Goodbye by Reese Witherspoon, Harlan Coben DB133207 

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 Rochester, MI 48307 
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Hours: MondayÐThursday 9 a.m.Ð9 p.m. 
FridayÐSaturday 9 a.m.Ð6 p.m. 
Sunday 1Ð6 p.m. 
Oakland Talking Book Service at 
Rochester Hills Public Library 500 Olde Towne Road Rochester, MI, 48307 
248-650-5681 800-774-4542 otbs@rhpl.org 
Call (248) 650-5680 to hear an audio version of this newsletter, upcoming events, and to find out about new books.