NJ State Library Information Center, 185 W State St, Trenton, NJ 08608, US

Office of the State LibrarianNew Jersey State Library, an affiliate of Thomas Edison State College, is led by New Jersey State Librarian Norma Blake. The State Library has been offering the highest quality service to the executive, legislative and judicial branches of state government for more than 200 years. The State Library's mission has expanded since its establishment in 1796 to lead in the provision, promotion and support of high quality library and information services to all the people of New Jersey. The State Library's mission is filled through the efforts of State Library Information Center, Library Development Bureau and the Talking Book and Braille Center.Each month State Librarian hosts an online conversation with members of the field to share the latest news from State Library.Ruth Pallante, Secretary to State Librarian ext. 151 rpallante@njstatelib.org Budget and Finance OfficeVictoria Rosch, Associate State Librarian, ext. 157 vrosch@njstatelib.orgKathleen Peiffer, Associate State Librarian, x 152 kpeiffer@njstatelib.orgThe State Library Information Center's major function is to provide library services to state government. These services include reference assistance, access to extensive book, document and journal collections, as well as a wide variety of databases, online journals and e-books, photocopy and interlibrary loan. The Information Center's resources are also available to assist other libraries, Thomas Edison State College staff and students, and residents of State. Library Development BureauThe Library Development Bureau provides consultant services and technical assistance to create and improve library, information and literacy services in New Jersey. The Bureau administers per capita state aid to public libraries, and state and federal grant funds. It coordinates resource sharing through the New Jersey Library Network, providing statewide access to a selection of databases. It also sponsors continuing education opportunities and recommends administrative code for libraries.New Jersey State Library Talking Book & Braille Center provides services to anyone living in New Jersey who for any physical reason cannot read regular printed books. Readers served by the library include people with a physical disability that prevents them from holding a book or turning its pages. Any one who is legally blind is also eligible. Applications may be obtained from the TBBC website or by calling 1-800-792-8322. The application must be signed by a doctor, nurse, optometrist, professional staff of a hospital or institution, case worker, or a librarian certifying eligibility. Individuals with a learning disability that is certified by a medical doctor may also use the library's services. The library also provides services for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing.

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