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Spring 2018News from the BSBP Braille andTalking Book Library (BTBL)702 W Kalamazoo St., P.O. Box 30007, Lansing, MI 48909
Michigan Notable Author VisitBTBL is honored to have Michigan Notable Author and Lansing native Stephen Mack Jones with us for our book discussion on May 12th! Mark your calendars and come out for an exciting opportunity to meet and greet this local author. We will be discussing his new mystery book, August Snow (DB87398). Everyone is welcome to participate, so spread the word and bring friends and family with you! Start time is 1:30pm in the BTBL Lobby.
To attend by phone, see instructions on the top of page 2. You don’t want to miss this one! See the BTBL calendar for a schedule of upcoming programs.
Inside this issue:BTBL Calendar .....................................2Technology Corner ...............................3Local Recordings ..................................4Youth Services ......................................5
News.....................................................6Around the State............................... 7-9Talking Book Library List.....................10LM Foundation....................................11
Left- headshot of author in outdoor setting. Right- cover of the book.(Photo credits: SOHO press)
BTBL CalendarBTBL Club InfoClubs meet in the BTBL lobby on the ground floor of the Michigan Library and Historical Center, across from the elevators. Computer and Book Club meet the second Saturday of the month at 10:30 and 1:30, respectively. Knitting Club meets the first Friday of the month at noon. Hands-On Club meets the fourth Saturday of the month at 10:30. Most club sessions last around 2 hours. Club dates are always subject to change, especially around the holidays. Please contact the library prior to the program to confirm the date and time. If you cannot attend in person, you may join most of our clubs by dialing 888-278-0296 and entering the access code 5836578.
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BTBL Calendar of Events:April 6: Knitting ClubApril 14: Technology Club – Cyber Security presented by Greg SproutApril 14: Book Club – The Walk by Richard P Evans (DB71348)April 19: Consumer Involvement Committee (CIC) Meeting – This call is open to all patrons and we encourage your participation! Use the dial in information listed above and join us from 1-2 p.m.April 28: Hands-On Club – Wood carving presented by Fred ErbischMay 4: Knitting ClubMay 12: Technology Club – Online Shopping presented by Diana EngleMay 12: Book Club – August Snow by Stephen Mack Jones (DB87398). The author will be in attendance (see front page for more details)!June 1: Knitting ClubJune 2: Hands-On Club – Identity Theft Scams presented by Christine Coady of the Michigan Attorney General’s Consumer Education sectionJune 9: Technology Club – Chromebook presented by Joe Todd.June 9: Book Club – Nineteen Minutes by Jodi Picoult (DB64175)June 24-August 5: Youth Summer Reading Program!
Scott Norris, Adaptive Technology Librarian 1-800-992-9012 or [email protected]
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Remote Control for Digital Player The National Library Service (NLS) has released a remote control for the basic version of the digital talking book machine. The remote gives the basic player all the functionality of the advanced player. These remotes are available in limited numbers which necessitates they be distributed on an as-needed basis.
The remote measures approximately two and a quarter inches by four and a half inches by one inch and is powered by two user replaceable AA batteries. The 15 buttons are marked in Braille, raised so they can be easily distinguished, have different shapes, and are color coded. The remote comes with a receiver that plugs into the USB port on the side of the player behind the headphone jack. In addition to the standard functions of play/stop, volume, speed, and tone you can insert book marks, delete book marks, and move chapter by chapter in a book or article to article in a magazine. Because the remote receiver uses the USB port, the talking book machine must be powered up before you can use the remote.
Accessing Multiple Books From One CartridgeThe Digital Talking Book Machine contains software that allows it to read more than one book or magazine stored on a digital cartridge or USB flash drive. This is known as Bookshelf mode. Some of the digital cartridges mailed to patrons now have multiple books on a cartridge (generally for books in a series). Use of Bookshelf mode is needed to play these cartridges correctly. Use the following directions to access the Bookshelf and select which book you would like to read. To enter Bookshelf mode, hold down the green, square Play/Stop button at the front of your digital machine. After about five seconds you will hear a beep and the machine will announce “Bookshelf”. Then it will announce the name of the book or magazine that was most recently played. To move to another book or magazine, tap either the rewind (RW) or fast-forward (FF) buttons. (These are the triangular white buttons on either side of the Play/Stop button.) The player always announces the titles of the books. When you reach the book you want to hear, press the PLAY button and the book will begin playing.
Technology Corner
Local Recordings
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Betsie Branch, Studio Coordinator Librarian 1-800-992-9012 or [email protected]
Michigan Notable BooksEach year the Library of Michigan selects 20 books celebrating Michigan people, places, and events. For the full list of 2018 Michigan Notable Book selections, please visit: http://michigan.gov/notablebooks/
The following 2017 Michigan Notable Books have been recorded by volunteers at the Michigan Braille and Talking Book Library and are available on digital cartridge (call the Library at 1-800-992-9012 to order) or download from the National Library Service’s (NLS) online Braille Audio Reading Download (BARD) database: https://nlsbard.loc.gov/
Michigan Non-FictionDBC11163 - Beer Money : a Memoir of Privilege and Loss by Frances Stroh, read by Lili Krezel - The author reveals the complexities of her childhood as a member of the Stroh’s beer family in Detroit. Strong language. 2016. (6h 31m)
DBC11134 - Detroit Resurrected : To Bankruptcy and Back by Nathan Bomey, read by Michael P. Donovan - The inside story of the fight to save Detroit, after the largest municipal bankruptcy in American history. Strong language. 2016. (11h 40m)
Michigan FictionDBC11178 - Wolf’s Mouth by John Smolens, read by Michael P. Donovan - An Italian officer is sent to a POW camp in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. He tries to build a new life, but a series of brutal murders in Detroit traps him between American justice and Nazi vengeance. Some strong language and some violence. 2016. (11h 32m)
DBC11152 - Sweetgirl by Travis Mulhauser, read by Sonya Schryer Norris - Braving a northern Michigan blizzard, Percy flees with the baby of two drug addicts, triggering a dangerous race from the elements and a band of desperate criminals. Strong language. 2016. (5h 11m)
DBC11094 - The Charm Bracelet by Viola Shipman, read by Karen Glaser - With the memory of each charm on her bracelet, the story of Lolly’s summers in northern Michigan and the importance of family is revealed. 2016. (11h 3m)
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Braille and Talking Book Library Summer Reading ProgramMark your calendars for this year’s Summer Reading Program, running from June 24th- August 5th! The theme is Libraries Rock, so turn up your favorite music and get creative this summer with one (or all) of our contests:
● Create Your Own Sound - In this construction contest, participants will be challenged to build their own instrument from products provided!● This is Your Jam - In this lyric writing contest, participants will be challenged to come up with a verse for their very own song!● Reading Rocks - In this reading contest, participants will be challenged to read at least 3 books with a music theme during the program!
BSBP Transition Program Takes Off at the Kalamazoo Air ZooBSBP students had a unique opportunity to spend a night “under the stars” at the Kalamazoo Aviation Museum. Students from across the state came together for this Career Exploration program learning about jobs in the aeronautical field. The Air Zoo provided students with a hands-on tour of the planes and exhibits highlighting the history of flight. Students built and launched a rocket as part of the experience.
This is just one of many Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) and programs BSBP is providing to students with visual impairments. The goal of Pre-ETS is to prepare students for life after school by allowing them to gain workplace readiness skills and explore their career interests. Students also have the opportunity to gain valuable work experience enhancing their knowledge, skills, and future employability. Pre-ETS services are available statewide to students with visual impairments age 14 to 26.For information on upcoming programs for students, visit the BSBP website:www.michigan.gov/bsbp or contact Shannon McVoy at 269-337-3449.
By Shannon McVoy, Transition Services Manger BSBP
Youth ServicesStephanie Wambaugh,Youth and Outreach Librarian
1-800-992-9012 or [email protected]
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NewsNational Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS) News Ad Campaign NLS’s national television and radio campaign launched Monday, February 26, on outlets including National Public Radio, the History Channel, and the Hallmark Channel. These commercials direct interested individuals to contact NLS via special toll-free numbers, and those calls are then forwarded to the appropriate library. Commercials will also direct interested viewers/listeners to two specially designated websites— www.loc.gov/NLSReadAgain and www.loc.gov/NLSRead. “The campaign is aimed at potential patrons and their friends, families, caregivers, medical professionals, and related audiences,” NLS director Karen Keninger says.
You’ll be able to find the various versions of the commercial on the NLS website or on YouTube at https://youtu.be/dnM_ZwMtC-8. You can also view and like a version of it on the BTBL Facebook page. As always, feel free to refer Michigan residents directly to the Regional BTBL in Lansing toll-free: 1-800-992-9012. We hope that you will share this news with your friends and family to help spread the word about NLS and BTBL!
Tools for Transition: Trekking into the Job ForceLocation: Michigan Library and Historical Center 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48915Dates: April 21, 2018 10am to 2pmStudents will be introduced to the new Humanware Victor Reader Trek talking GPS. Students will also engage in job exploration and interview tips and skills. While students are engaged in sessions, opportunities for parents will also be available.Referral Process: Complete this form to receive a referral packet: https://goo.gl/forms/6rLkcsW8Y7dhyR7C2
Target Population: High School Students 14 and up and families
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Around the StateThe following programs may be offered only to patrons within the counties served for each library location. To find out if a program is available to you, refer to the library listings on page 10 or call the location in question to verify.
Detroit Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped• Internet and Word Processing Training Using Assistive Technology.
Tuesdays, 10:00 am – 2:00 p.m. Learn to use computers and improve your skills using assistive technology. Keyboard instruction is also offered. Limited to Detroit and Highland Park residents. • Braille Instruction. Tuesdays, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Learn to read and write Braille.• Descriptive DVD Day. Meets 1st Wednesday of the month, 12:00 - 2:00 pm. Visually impaired and blind persons can watch a movie that includes a narrative description of the screen action. Light refreshments. • Nifty Knitters. Meets 2nd Wednesday of the month, 12:00 – 2:00 pm. Learn to knit
on a loom and enjoy knitting with others. Supplies are provided or bring your own. • Book Club. Meets 4th Wednesday of the month, 1:00-2:30 pm. Two books are discussed at each meeting. Call or attend to receive a digital copy of the books to be discussed. Light refreshments.
Kent District Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped• Community Reads: The KDL Grandville and Wyoming branches are teaming up once again for our Community Reads event this spring. This year’s theme is “Toward a Better World: Finding Refuge!”, focusing on the challenges faced by refugees around the world, and features the books How Dare the Sun Rise (DB89906) by Sandra Uwiringiyimana and Refugee (DB88711) by Alan Gratz. Patrons will have the opportunity to meet both authors at special events: o Meet the Author: Sandra Uwiringiyimana Monday, March 26, 6:30PM, Wyoming Branch o Meet the Author: Alan Gratz Monday, May 7, 6:30PM, Grandville Branch• For more information about this program, visit https://www.kdl.org/events/community- reads or call the LBPH office at 616-647-3988 to request a copy of either book.
Braille and Talking Books @ Taylor Community Library• Brown Bag Book Discussion. April 11, call 734-287-4840 for titles. • VIP Support Group. April 25, Gardening Gone Wild! • In lieu of the regularly scheduled Tech Talk, April 16-21 is Bring-Your-Own- Device Week. Call 734-287-4840 to make a 30 minute appointment.
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Muskegon Area District Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped• Library Improvement Plans. Our library is undergoing big changes including our name.
Improvement plans include relocation into an adjoining expansive office space. A study area will offer adaptive furniture and computers. And a separate area will allow users to handle items from a small demonstration collection of every-day aids and devices. Our address is still 4845 Airline Road, Muskegon. You are invited to our spring Open House, Tuesday April 10, 2018, from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. During National Library Week we are celebrating our wonderful library users with a Patron Appreciation Day at Muskegon Area District Library’s ten branches. We hope to see you at our new office.
Macomb Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped @ CMPL• Computer Tutoring at Library. Tutoring sessions are held at the library, or in some cases, by
phone. These free sessions are one-on-one for an hour. To set up an appointment, please call the library at (586) 286-1580 or toll free at (855) 203-5274.
• Assistive Technology Demonstrations. Items demonstrated include check-writing guides, video magnifiers, lamps, as well as other items available to assist a person with vision issues. The Michigan Disability Rights Coalition sponsors this free, one-on-one demonstration program. Please call the library to set up an appointment at (586) 286-1580 or toll free at (855) 203-5274.
• Braille/Large Print Games. Call the library for more information about the following games patrons can check out with their library card. Please note, we are unable to send these items to you through the mail. Items will need to be checked out and picked up at the library.
o Scrabble with Braille and Large Print Tiles o Monopoly with Larger Print and Braille pieces o Playing Cards in Large Print and Braille o Tactile CheckersGenesee District Talking Book Center• Winter Survey. Thank you to all the Talking Book patrons that took the time to fill out our
winter survey. One exciting thing to note about the results is that most patrons that filled out the survey believe TBC provides consistently high-quality service! We will take all the information we gathered into consideration when planning future services and/or events at the library.
• Upcoming Outreach Events. Librarian Tom Rohrer continues to visit to Genesee County assisted living facilities. Upcoming scheduled visits are:
April 2 (Monday): @ 10:00 a.m. - Hamilton’s Assisted Living in Flint, MI April 12 (Wednesday): 10:00 a.m. - Serenity Assisted Living in Clio, MI
April 19: (Wednesday): 10:00 a.m. - Serenity Assisted Living in Flint Township, MI
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Washtenaw Library for the Blind and Physically Disabled VISIONS 2018: What’s New in Technology and Services for the Blind and
Visually Impaired. Join us Wednesday, May 16 from 11am-4pm at our new location: Ann Arbor District Library, 343 S. Fifth Ave., Ann Arbor, MI. Enjoy convenient parking, free admission, refreshments, product demos, and sighted assistants! For more information visit www.aadl.org/wlbpd/wlbpdnews, call (734) 327-4224, or email [email protected].
Special Guest Speakers will include: 12pm: William A. Robinson, III, Director, Bureau of Services for Blind Persons 1pm: Sina Bahram, Motivational Speaker & Founder, Prime Access Consulting, Inc. 2pm: Cami Chiriboga, Designer, Accessible Fashion for the Blind & Visually Impaired 3pm: J.J. Meddaugh, President, AT GuysTraverse Area District Library & Talking Book Library• Memorial for McGuire. A memorial service was held for former TADL director Mike
McGuire in our community room on February 26th. Mike worked at TADL for over 35 years, the bulk of that time spent as the library director. He was a staunch advocate for the TBL and its service to the community, and his presence is sorely missed.
• Book Discussion. Our popular Tuesdays @ Two book discussion group will read My Real Children (DB79512) for April 24th. We meet on the last Tuesday of each month at 2:00 p.m. in the McGuire Community Room. Program is open to the public, and we encourage a mix of TBL and public library patrons.
• MCBVI announces new phone chapter. Many TBL patrons live in rural, isolated communities. As such, we wanted to inform all that the Michigan Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired has announced the formation of a new phone chapter, called the Mitten Phone Chapter, which is open to anyone unable to attend a local meeting (our local group meets in Cadillac). This is an opportunity to connect with other members and strengthen each other and MCBVI through accessible participation. They meet on the fourth Saturday of the month at 10:00 a.m. The conference call line is: 515-739-1256, and the Access code is 383125. More information is available at their website: http://www.blindmi.org/
• Wexford County Visit. TBL staff will present at the Cadillac Area Low Vision Support Group on Tuesday, May 8th, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., at the Wexford County Council on Aging, 714 W 13th St, Cadillac, MI 49601. Meet new librarian Amy Barritt and give her your feedback and questions! Otherwise, she will see you at the Wexford County Senior Expo on June 21st.
• Support Groups. The Traverse City Visually Impaired Persons group meets monthly, contact Melinda Hollands at 231-590-0986 or [email protected]. The Cadillac Area Low Vision meets the second Tuesday of each month at the Wexford County Council on Aging, 10:00-11:00 a.m. Contact Connie Payne at 231-779-0149.
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Michigan Talking Book LibrariesBureau of Services for Blind Persons, Braille and Talking Book Library 1-800-992-9012 Counties served: Alcona, Allegan, Arenac, Barry, Bay, Berrien, Branch, Calhoun, Cass, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Clare, Clinton, Eaton, Emmet, Gladwin, Gratiot, Hillsdale, Ingham, Iosco, Isabella, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Lake, Lapeer, Lenawee, Livingston, Mason, Mecosta, Midland, Monroe, Montmorency, Newaygo, Oceana, Ogemaw, Osceola, Oscoda, Otsego, Presque Isle, Roscommon, Saginaw, Shiawassee, Saint Joseph, Van Buren
Washtenaw Library for the Blind and Physically Disabled @ AADL 1-734-327-4224 Counties served: Washtenaw
Great Lakes Talking Books1-800-562-8985 Counties served: Alger, Alpena, Baraga, Chippewa, Crawford,Delta, Dickinson, Gogebic, Houghton, Iron, Keweenaw, Luce, Mackinac, Marquette,Menominee, Ontonagon, SchoolcraftOakland Talking Book Service @ RHPL 1-800-774-4542 Counties served: OaklandGenesee District Talking Book Center1-866-732-1120 Counties served: GeneseeKent District Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped 1-616-647-3988 Counties served: Ionia, Kent, MontcalmTraverse Area District Library & Talking Book Library 1-877-931-8558 Counties served: Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Leelanau, Manistee, Missaukee, Wexford St. Clair County Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped 1-800-272-8570 Counties served: Huron, Saint Clair, Sanilac, Tuscola Muskegon Area District Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped1-231-737-6310, 1-877-569-4801 (Ottawa) Counties served: Muskegon, OttawaMacomb Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped @ CMPL 1-586-286-1580 Counties served: Macomb
Braille and Talking Books @ Taylor Community Library 1-734-287-4840 Serving Wayne County Detroit Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
1-313-481-1702 Serving cities of Detroit and Highland Park
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The Library of Michigan Foundation is a non-profit organization which offers financial support to the BSBP Braille and Talking Book Library (BTBL) program.
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How to Reach the BSBP Braille andTalking Book Library (BTBL)
By Phone: 517-373-5614 1-800-992-9012 (toll free)
By Fax: 517-373-5865 1-800-726-7323 (toll free)
By E-Mail: [email protected]
On the Web: www.michigan.gov/btbl Online Catalog: www.michigan.gov/ordertalkingbooks
BARD: https://nlsbard.loc.gov (to download digital books)
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