Iowa Radio Reading

The Iowa Radio Reading Information Service for the Blind & Print Handicapped. Volunteers read newspapers and magazines aloud 24/7 for over 3,000 IRIS listeners.

[Iowa Radio Reading @IRISReadsToIowa]

Come work with the beautiful volunteer Voices of IRIS! A little bit of radio + a LOT of wonderful people.
Immediate opening for our full-time Operations Assistant.
We are also hiring our part-time weekend assistant positions.
https://t.co/ok22Rp5EUj

[Iowa Radio Reading @IRISReadsToIowa]

Wonderful!

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[Iowa Radio Reading @IRISReadsToIowa]

Wishing a very special day to all the dads out there!

[Iowa Radio Reading @IRISReadsToIowa]

Today is Juneteenth, commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans, and celebrating African American culture. Events are happening across Iowa and around the world.
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[Iowa Radio Reading @IRISReadsToIowa]

Big congrats to our friends at the Iowa Library for the Blind and Print Disabled -- named 2020-2021 Regional Library of the Year.
A well-deserved honor for all their good work!

[Dept. for the Blind @idbonline]

IDB Library Named NLS Regional Library of the Year https://t.co/ROAKhDxb3u

[Iowa Radio Reading @IRISReadsToIowa]

#MartinLutherKingJrDay2021

"The time is always right to do what is right."

[Iowa Radio Reading @IRISReadsToIowa]

From the generosity of our donors, to the dedication of our volunteer Voices of IRIS, to the resilience of our listeners, 2020 has been breathtaking. Thank you all for keeping IRIS strong!
We can't wait to see what we will accomplish together in 2021.
Happy New Year!

[Iowa Radio Reading @IRISReadsToIowa]

Update = training changed from Jan. 6 to Jan. 13.

On January 13 at 7 p.m., we will host a free, virtual information session about what Audio Description is and how to join IRIS' volunteer AD team. The session is free. Register by sending an email to [email protected].

[Iowa Radio Reading @IRISReadsToIowa]

On January 6 at 7 p.m., we will host a free, virtual information session about what Audio Description is and how to join IRIS' volunteer AD team. The session is free. If you would like to participate, you can register by sending an email to [email protected].

[Iowa Radio Reading @IRISReadsToIowa]

We're celebrating the holiday season with six nights of vintage radio plays. From Ronald Reagan to Judy Garland, these performances from the Golden Years of Radio will take you back!
These holiday classics will also be available on our podcast page under Amazing Iowa Channel.

[Iowa Radio Reading @IRISReadsToIowa]

Our Executive Director Maryfrances Evans shares the ways IRIS staff and volunteers are doing their best to be good neighbors -- and how you can join that effort -- starting at about 21:30.

[Iowa Public Radio @IowaPublicRadio]

With a dark and difficult winter ahead, this edition of #TalkofIowa features ways to connect with and support our neighbors, loved ones and those who are struggling.

Listen. https://t.co/QTbLfRZAJG

[Iowa Radio Reading @IRISReadsToIowa]

Such a sweet story!
Blind dad-to-be feels baby scan after friend makes embroidered version.

[Metro @MetroUK]

'I'm in tears' ❤️ https://t.co/9nHSaxMcq5

[BlindNewWorld @BlindNewWorld]

Engineers at @AFB1921 are committed to making #JobHunting - including everything from the initial search, interviews, getting hired and getting started - more #accessible for everyone. #InternationalDayofPersonsWithDisabilities #BlindNewWorld https://t.co/fs6X8VqWm3

[Iowa Radio Reading @IRISReadsToIowa]

Greater accessibility is a victory for all.

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[Iowa Radio Reading @IRISReadsToIowa]

In this year of suffering, isolation and loss, IRIS is still here - still providing vital information and friendly voices in the darkness.
Your contributions make it possible. THANK YOU!
Our hearts and radio shelves are full.
#GivingTuesday

[Iowa Radio Reading @IRISReadsToIowa]

Amazing #GivingTuesday response! Thank you to all the generous souls who joined our effort to purchase #100Radios4IRIS. Your generosity will ensure that we can deliver news and information to even more blind listeners in Iowa. We're just 4 gifts from using up our matching funds!