NC Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped

About the NC Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NCLBPH) Public library for North Carolinians who are blind, low vision, physically disabled and learning disabled Serve anyone who cannot use standard print materials due to visual or physical disability Serves institutions (NC public libraries, schools, assisted living facilities) Officially 200 years old on December 25, 2012 State Library for many years was the State’s primary cultural and heritage institution - collecting the publications of state government and about North Carolina Mid 20th Century (1960s – 1990s) – Served as “public library of NC” providing books and services for public libraries in the state Cultural exchange program As Public and University Libraries developed and expanded through the state this role went away. We are now back in a role as a cultural and heritage repository

Regional Library of the National Library Service Our Federal Overlords Regional Library of the National Library Service 55 Regional Libraries serve all 50 states (including Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands and Guam) Our foundation collection of digital books and talking book players comes from NLS Free matter for blind postage Standards for service Officially 200 years old on December 25, 2012 State Library for many years was the State’s primary cultural and heritage institution - collecting the publications of state government and about North Carolina Mid 20th Century (1960s – 1990s) – Served as “public library of NC” providing books and services for public libraries in the state Cultural exchange program As Public and University Libraries developed and expanded through the state this role went away. We are now back in a role as a cultural and heritage repository

Our Patrons 12,250 Individual Patron NC Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped Our Patrons 12,250 Individual Patron 2,436 Individuals in NC Institutions 393 Institutions Officially 200 years old on December 25, 2012 State Library for many years was the State’s primary cultural and heritage institution - collecting the publications of state government and about North Carolina Mid 20th Century (1960s – 1990s) – Served as “public library of NC” providing books and services for public libraries in the state Cultural exchange program As Public and University Libraries developed and expanded through the state this role went away. We are now back in a role as a cultural and heritage repository

Becoming a Patron of the NCLBPH Printable applications are on website Call the library for an application Complete and mail application Need signature of competent authority Officially 200 years old on December 25, 2012 State Library for many years was the State’s primary cultural and heritage institution - collecting the publications of state government and about North Carolina Mid 20th Century (1960s – 1990s) – Served as “public library of NC” providing books and services for public libraries in the state Cultural exchange program As Public and University Libraries developed and expanded through the state this role went away. We are now back in a role as a cultural and heritage repository

Becoming an Institutional Patron of the NCLBPH Organizations (Public Libraries, VI, Braille, O&M Instructor; Social Workers, Rehab Counselors, NC public schools, and assisted living facilities) Get an application here today! Printable application is on website Call the library for an application Complete and mail application Need signature of competent authority Officially 200 years old on December 25, 2012 State Library for many years was the State’s primary cultural and heritage institution - collecting the publications of state government and about North Carolina Mid 20th Century (1960s – 1990s) – Served as “public library of NC” providing books and services for public libraries in the state Cultural exchange program As Public and University Libraries developed and expanded through the state this role went away. We are now back in a role as a cultural and heritage repository

Collection: Books and Movies NC Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped Collection: Books and Movies 22,000+ Digital Book Titles 15,693 Braille Titles* 22,220 Large Print Titles Over 60,000 Total Titles* 800+ Descriptive Video Titles *physical and downloadable 3,000 plus Braille and Digital Book titles added each year NLS produced Commercial Several hundred Large Print Tiles added per year 50 MD titles added per year – Friends DVS – will go into more detail Getting rid of Cassettes Locally recorded digital books and Braille North Carolina Interest North Carolina Authors

Collection: Magazines NC Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped Collection: Magazines 100 Magazines Available 6 NC Magazines Recorded by Volunteers 2 Tar Heel Talk Library Newsletters per year NLS produces a wide range of magazines audio/braille…ex: Consumer Reports The Economist Smithsonian Southern Living People Playboy The Week Locally Recorded Mags Carolina Country Diabetes Self Management North Carolina Historical Review Our State Tar Heel Talk Wildlife in North Carolina

Descriptive Video Service Describes action and NC Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped Descriptive Video Service Describes action and settings when there is no dialogue One-time Fee of $20 800 Titles available VHS and Movie Discs Describe how a described video works Describe the differences in how the VHS and the DVDs work with the service Talk about ACB if not already done so. Talk about selection processes.

Readers Advisory NC Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped Select materials for patrons Resolve patron problems with book players Answer other questions and provide reference and referrals First point of contact for our non local patrons. Talk about the different types of services…nightly auto select etc. First line of defense for troubleshooting machine issues. New patron consultation. Online catalog for browsing and selecting in all formats

Circulation Over 2,000 Items Sent and Received Each Day So Much Mail … We have our own Zip Code Introduced in 2009, first new player designed since the 1970s. LBPH never went to audio CDs. ***demonstrate the player ***demonstrate the digital catridge

NC Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped Introduced in 2009, first new player designed since the 1970s. LBPH never went to audio CDs. ***demonstrate the player ***demonstrate the digital catridge Digital Book Player

Equipment NC Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped Digital Talking Book Players loaned for free On loan for as long as the patron uses NCLBPH services Special accessories, such as headphones, pillow speakers, etc Free repair and/or replacement DTBMs are loaned for free. Patrons can have 2 a t time to account for sending one back for repair. Headphones, pillow speakers. Biggest repair issue is with the batteries. Other issues include bad motherboards and machines that have had liquid spilled on them.

Download Digital Books! NC Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped Download Digital Books! Braille Audio Redcording Download BARD - https://nlsbard.loc.gov/ North Carolina BARD Local NOBLE - http://statelibrary.ncdcr.gov/lbph/noble.html Officially 200 years old on December 25, 2012 State Library for many years was the State’s primary cultural and heritage institution - collecting the publications of state government and about North Carolina Mid 20th Century (1960s – 1990s) – Served as “public library of NC” providing books and services for public libraries in the state Cultural exchange program As Public and University Libraries developed and expanded through the state this role went away. We are now back in a role as a cultural and heritage repository

On Your iOS and Android Devices! NC Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped On Your iOS and Android Devices! BARD Mobile Officially 200 years old on December 25, 2012 State Library for many years was the State’s primary cultural and heritage institution - collecting the publications of state government and about North Carolina Mid 20th Century (1960s – 1990s) – Served as “public library of NC” providing books and services for public libraries in the state Cultural exchange program As Public and University Libraries developed and expanded through the state this role went away. We are now back in a role as a cultural and heritage repository

Third-Party for Purchase Players NC Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped Third-Party for Purchase Players Apex BrailleNote/VoiceNote by Humanware Book Port Plus by American Printing House for the Blind BookSense by HIMS Braille Plus Mobile Manager by American Printing House for the Blind Icon by LevelStar PlexTalk Pocket by Shinano Kenshi Corporation Victor Reader Stream by Humanware Officially 200 years old on December 25, 2012 State Library for many years was the State’s primary cultural and heritage institution - collecting the publications of state government and about North Carolina Mid 20th Century (1960s – 1990s) – Served as “public library of NC” providing books and services for public libraries in the state Cultural exchange program As Public and University Libraries developed and expanded through the state this role went away. We are now back in a role as a cultural and heritage repository

NC Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped Let’s get Social!!! http://www.facebook.com/nctalkingbooks Officially 200 years old on December 25, 2012 State Library for many years was the State’s primary cultural and heritage institution - collecting the publications of state government and about North Carolina Mid 20th Century (1960s – 1990s) – Served as “public library of NC” providing books and services for public libraries in the state Cultural exchange program As Public and University Libraries developed and expanded through the state this role went away. We are now back in a role as a cultural and heritage repository http://twitter.com/#!/nclbph

Instrument Petting Zoo NCLBPH Summer Reading Programs Instrument Petting Zoo Introduced in 2009, first new player designed since the 1970s. LBPH never went to audio CDs. ***demonstrate the player ***demonstrate the digital catridge Courtesy of the NC Symphony

Outreach NC Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped Presentations about Braille and Library Services Information/training sessions on how to use NCLBPH equipment and services Information sessions on programming for people with disabilities NCLBPH materials for loan Officially 200 years old on December 25, 2012 State Library for many years was the State’s primary cultural and heritage institution - collecting the publications of state government and about North Carolina Mid 20th Century (1960s – 1990s) – Served as “public library of NC” providing books and services for public libraries in the state Cultural exchange program As Public and University Libraries developed and expanded through the state this role went away. We are now back in a role as a cultural and heritage repository

NC Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped For More Information: Gina Powell, Outreach & Volunteer Services Librarian 919-733-4376 888-388-2460 Gina.Powell@ncdcr.gov http://statelibrary.ncdcr.gov/lbph/index.html Officially 200 years old on December 25, 2012 State Library for many years was the State’s primary cultural and heritage institution - collecting the publications of state government and about North Carolina Mid 20th Century (1960s – 1990s) – Served as “public library of NC” providing books and services for public libraries in the state Cultural exchange program As Public and University Libraries developed and expanded through the state this role went away. We are now back in a role as a cultural and heritage repository