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Evergreen Radio Reading Service

A department of the Washington

Talking Book & Braille Library

News and Information

24 Hours a Day

What is the Evergreen Radio Reading Service?

The Evergreen Radio Reading Service (ERRS), part of the Washington Talking Book & Braille Library, brings current news and information to blind and print-impaired individuals throughout Washington State.

Broadcasting 24 hours a day from studios in downtown Seattle, volunteers read daily and weekly newspapers as well as magazines and short stories. A team of over 80 volunteers and two staff produce 70 percent of the programs, with the rest coming from In-Touch Networks of New York, Sun Sounds of Arizona, and American Public Radio. Special focus program topics include author interviews, pets, science, gardening, shopping, music, health, cooking, exercise programs, disabilities, books, travel, and sports. ERRS also produces a weekly talk show with a wide range of guests and topics in a call-in format.

Who is eligible for the Evergreen Radio Reading Service?

Residents of Washington State who cannot easily read standard size print, have problems holding books or turning pages, or are learning disabled due to an organic dysfunction. There is no charge for this service.

The program schedule is available online at , or by contacting the Library to request a printed copy.

Some of the newspapers and magazines heard on the Evergreen Radio Reading Service include:

* The Seattle Times

* The Seattle P-

* The Tacoma News Tribune

* The Everett Herald

The Wenatchee World

The Tri-City Herald

The Spokane Spokesman Review

The Walla Walla Union Bulletin

The Yakima Herald-Republic

The Seattle Weekly

The Stranger

* The Wall Street Journal

* The New York Times

Time Magazine

TV Guide

Rolling Stone

The Economist

There are two ways to listen:

On the Web:

For the best reception, listen to the radio reading service over the Internet. Go to and click on the “Listen to the Live Webstream of the Evergreen Radio Reading Service” link. The webstream is available statewide, and no password is required.

Over the Air:

The radio reading service is also broadcast on the subcarrier of FM radio stations in Seattle, Spokane, and the Tri-Cities. A special radio receiver is required. This special receiver is loaned free of charge by WTBBL for as long as it is needed. Patrons may request one through the Library or purchase one through some retail outlets.

Gifts and Volunteers:

Many talented volunteers research, record, and produce the programs heard on the Radio Reading Service.

The Library welcomes donations from corporations, foundations, service organizations, and individuals to make this program possible.

Contact WTBBL for more information.

Toll Free 1-800-542-0866

Voice 206-615-0400

TTY 206-615-0418



Email: wtbbl@secstate.

Washington Talking Book & Braille Library

2021 9th Ave., Seattle, WA 98121

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