NLS Operations Alert No. 09-30 DATE : June 15, 2009 TO : Network Libraries FROM : Jane Caulton Subject : More bicentennial Louis Braille bags available To accommodate libraries that were unable to receive Louis Braille bicentennial commemo rative bags, NLS has acquired another shipment. These 17" x 5" x 3" white plastic tote bags feature a line-art image of Louis Braille and are imprinted with the theme "Reading Is for Everyone; Celebrating the 200th Birthday of Louis Braille." They also display the NLS contact information. A sample may be viewed at www.loc.gov/nls/networkdocs/bulletins/2009/louisbraillebag.jpg. Libraries that did not receive bags from the previous supply may e-mail Jane Caulton at [log in to unmask] to request shipments. To order please include the following information: -- Your name -- Your library name -- Your shipping address -- Your telephone number -- Number of bags you're requesting (100 or less) Back orders at the multistate centers have been canceled. Orders will not be taken by telephone. For further information please contact: Jane R. Caulton Head, Publications and Media Section [log in to unmask]