NEWS IS GETTING
AROUND THE PACIFIC

June 2000

Hawaii State Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
402 Kapahulu Avenue
Honolulu HI 96815

Phone 733-8444
Neighbor Islands call 1-800-559-4096

NLS EQUIPMENT AUDIT

The Library of Congress, National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS), will be conducting an audit of equipment made available through this program some time this year. As these items are the property of the Federal Government, we need to account for them.

Letters are being sent out to inactive patrons to retrieve equipment not being used and books which are overdue. If you fall into this category, please return the items as soon as possible. You do not need to wait for a letter.

We greatly appreciate your assistance in helping us prepare for the audit.

LARGE EDITION TIME MAGAZINE

LBPH has a subscription to the Large edition of Time Magazine. There are no advertisements except for the covers. We also received some donated copies of older issues. Call us if you want to receive this magazine.

Pet ownership has been shown to improve both mental and physical well-being. In a study of heart attack survivors, those who owned pets were much less likely to suffer a second heart attack as were those who didn't own pets. Owners of Pet Rocks were not studied.

VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION

The annual Volunteer Recognition Luncheon was held on March 27, 2000 at The Willows. Guest Mistress of Ceremonies was Virginia Lowell, State Librarian, who did a great job. Caroline Spencer, Director of the Public Libraries Branch, was also on hand to make the presentations.

Special recognition was given to volunteers who retired: Flora Onomoto (narrator) and Lucille Metcalf (Aloha Transcribers). Lucille was present to receive her special tribute for her many years of dedicated service.

On a sad note, two volunteers who provided many hours to help make LBPH what it is today, were remembered. Mr. Fred King, Chairperson of the Hui o Na Makamaka (Friends of the Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped) and Mr. Eiro Yamada passed away. Charter Board Members since 1979, they were acknowledged for their many projects, e.g. purchasing of a copier enlarger, bringing in a braille specialist, purchasing of Perkins Braillers for braille classes, obtaining grants, sponsoring programs, etc. The circulation desk and some of the bookshelves you see when you enter the library were built by Mr. Yamada. Both men were truly 'Friends of LBPH' . Their commitment and dedication, far beyond the call, will always be remembered. They will be missed.

Entertainment was provided by Nalani Olds and Van Horn Diamond who took the audience musically through the Hawaiian Islands. Makia Malo joined Ms. Olds and Mr. Diamond during the segment on Molokai. In addition, Chris Cerna provided the background music on the grand piano as guests arrived. Kanoe Souza (narrator) did serveral impromptu hulas.

The volunteers, special guests and the atmosphere and food of The Willows made for a very memorable and enjoyable day.

DISASTER PLANNING

On May 12, 2000, Diane Phillips, American Red Cross, Hawaii State Chapter, did a presentation on 'Create a Family Disaster Plan' which focused on learning how to make sure your whole family is prepared and has a plan in case of an emergency. This is now hurricane season so the information was very useful.

For those who were not able to attend, there are still print handouts available.

LBPH also has copies of 'Disaster Preparedness for People with Disabilities' in large type and on cassette (HIC 1102). Please contact the library if you are interested in any of the above.

SIDEWALK RAILING

Last month, additional railings along the sidewalk were installed. The railing starts by the crosswalk on Kapahulu Avenue and continues on the left side of the sidewalk when walking toward the library. The three breaks in the railing are for the entrances and exits from the parking lots. One entry/exit for the Waikiki-Kapahulu Library, and an entry and an exit for LBPH. Many thanks to the HSPLS administration for the funding, and to DAGS for their promptness in completing the project.

CORRECTION

In our last newsletter the article about R4R, Recordings for Recovery, the phone number listed was erroneous. The correct number is 1-800- 798-1192. Thanks to you all who brought this to our attention. Their e-mail number is staff@r4r.org.

Growing old is a real pain in the butt ... and everywhere else!

--Anonymous

FREEBIES

Bible On Cassette

Anyone interested in the Bible on Cassette from the Bible Alliance, Inc? The following are available for giveaways:

The Holy Bible/ English /New Testament

The Holy Bible/English/Old Testament (Portions)

Colossians/Bible Messages

Please call the Library at 733-8444. It will be given out on a first-call-first-served basis. You may also e-mail the library at: olbcirc@lib.state.hi.us.

Mythology

A patron has a braille edition of 'Mythology' by Edith Hamilton (12 volumes) to give away. If you are interested in having your personal copy of this title, please contact the library. Arrangements will be made for you to get the book.

Free Medicare Information

The following cassette tapes from Medicare are available for you as personal copies. Copies are limited so please call right away if you want these titles. Some of these titles may also be available on the internet: www.medicare.gov. Get answers to your questions by calling 1-800-633-4227.

The Medicare 2000 Beneficiary Outreach Handbook (available for all who request it).

Medicare Hospice Benefits (6)

Your Guide To Choosing A Nursing Home (6)

DoesYour Doctor OS Supplier Accept "Assignments"? (6)

2000 Guide To Health Insurance For People With Medicare (17)

SMITHSONIAN PUBLICATIONS

You can now choose to listen to Smithsonian's National Museum of American History exhibit brochures and the script texts recorded on audiocassette. The new audio tapes for people with disabilities are produced by the Smithsonian Accessibility Program's Voices to Access 2000 project.

For information on the nearly 100 audio tapes currently available or to request taping of a particular Smithsonian publication, call (202) 786-2942. The audio tapes list will also be posted on the Web at: http://www.si.edu/resource/access.

There is no charge to people with disabilities for the taped versions, and much of the related print material is free. However, the Smithsonian Magazine on audiocassette is available only by paid subscription.

HEAR SCRIPTURE IN MP3 AUDIO FORMAT

AudioTreasure.com (AT), serving people in over 70 countries of the world, offers the New Testament and Psalms in MP3 audio format, with online streaming of the Scriptures as well as free downloads. Web visitors can also order an inexpensive CD-ROM of the Scriptures. AT will soon add the entire Old Testament as well as the Bible in multiple languages in free downloadable MP3 audio.

AudioTreasure.com: http://www.audiotreasure.com

GUIDEPOSTS MAGAZINE

Guideposts is available in cassette and Braille at LBPH. This magazine contains inspirational articles. Let us know if you would like this sent to you monthly.

NEW MATERIALS AT THE LIBRARY

DVT NEW RELEASES

Gone With The Wind (DVT 00298) Winner of 10 Academy Awards including Best Picture of 1939. This sweeping Civil War-era romance is judged by many to be the greatest movie of all time! Starring Vivien Leigh as Scarlett O'Hara and Clark Gable as Rhett Butler.

The Wizard of Oz (DVT 00304) One of the most popular films of all time! This timeless masterpiece tells the story of Dorothy and her dog Toto, and their mystical journey over the rainbow to the Land of Oz.

Mulan (DVT 00303) Based on ancient Chinese legend, Mulan is a fun and inspirational adventure about a young girl, who disguises herself as a soldier and takes her aging father's place in the Imperial army.

ANTZ (DVT 00296) Life is no picnic for Z, a small worker ant with some very big ideas whose chance of landing the beautiful princess Bala are literally one in a billion. Voices by Woody Allen and Sharon Stone.

Amistad (DVT 00295) Based on a true story, the movie chronicles the incredible journey of a group of enslaved Africans who overtake their captor's ship and attempt to return to their homeland. Starring Morgan Freeman, Anthony Hopkins.

Good Will Hunting (DVT 00299) Critically acclaimed movie about a young genius who meets his match in a professor who understands his emotional struggles. Starring Matt Damon and Robin Williams.

Hope Floats (DVT 00300) Sandra Bullock stars in this humorous and touching story about a young woman who after her husband cheats on her, learns to follow her heart and find herself again.

Lady and the Tramp (DVT 00302) An irresistible song-filled adventure about Lady, a lovingly pampered cocker spaniel, and Tramp, a roguish mutt from across the tracks. Walt Disney.

Fried Green Tomatoes (DVT 00297) Ninny, a spry octogenarian forms an unexpected friendship with a dowdy housewife with whom she shares a liberating story about two women who lived half-a-century ago. Starring Jessica Tandy and Kathy Bates.

Wisteria Lodge (DVT 00301) A tyrant, a governess and a police inspector give new meaning to the term wild goose chase for Holmes and Watson.

Mr. Holland's Opus (DVT 00294) Richard Dreyfus portrays a man whose dream of composing one truly memorable piece of music is altered when he realizes teaching is his real passion and his students his legacy. Also starring Olympia Dukakis.

LARGE TYPE BOOKS

FICTION

THE WINNER by David Baldacci. On the run from a false murder charge, LuAnn Tyler accepts an offer to win a $100 million lottery with the condition that she leave the country. She comes back 10 years later and finds herself pursued by a reporter, the FBI and the man with punishment on his mind for her daring to coming back.

THE FIRST HORSEMAN by John Case. A thriller where cutting-edge science and political intrigue are woven into a nightmare so frighteningly believable that it could just happen tomorrow.

UNNATURAL EXPOSURE by Patricia Cornwell. Dr. Kay Scarpetta is up against a killer with access to a sophisticated arsenal of deadly force and it's directed toward her.

BURNT CREEK by Ernest Haycox. Burnt Creek, a small crossroads town in central Oregon, is the focus of these short stories, which take place in the early 20th century when homesteaders were struggling to settle the land.

RAILROAD SCHEMES by Cecelia Holland. King Callahan is a man on a mission: to stop the completion of the railroad. Crafty politicians, railroad barons, bank robbers and bounty hunters ride through the last days of the Old West.

THE ENGLISH PATIENT by Michael Ondaatie. Best-selling novel traces the intersection of four damaged lives in an Italian villa at the end of WWII. Made into major motion picture.

LOCKWOOD by Lauran Paine. Cuff Lockwood means to finish his days in a warm place and leaves Montana. Along the way, he gets into a gunfight, gets ambushed, and gets married and finds his place. But something draws him back.

LONDON HOLIDAY by Richard Peck. Three American women, best friends since childhood, lead very different lives. Their reunion at a London bed-and-breakfast holds the promise of whole new futures ahead of them.

THE SILENT CRY by Anne Perry. Investigator Monk works a case that seems shockingly clear that a young man killed his own father. A heartstopping courtroom drama begins its relentless unfolding.

HOMECOMING by Belva Plain. A shattering event alters the lives of an estranged family--intimate enemies-gathered for the first time in ten years. Story of healing, love, and forgiveness.

SECRECY by Belva Plain. After a terrifying ordeal which robbed the innocence of their young daughter, a family is plunged into debt and disgrace as they try to bury secrets that refuse to die. Then one person dares to tell the truth.

SANCTUARY by Nora Roberts. Jo Ellen must find the truth of her mother's unexplained disappearance, and the stalker who keeps sending her pictures of her long-lost mother.

LOW COUNTRY by Anne Rivers Siddons. When Caroline Venable learns that her husband must either develop her beautiful beloved island with its band of wild ponies, or lose his company, she has to reconsider her priorities, her marriage, and ultimately, herself.

NON FICTION

A HOUSE WITH FOUR ROOMS by Rumer Godden. Returning from India in 1945, the author recalls London of the late 1940s, the literary and publishing world she comes to know, the research and reception of her novels, her visit to America, a return trip to India, her many theatrical friends and finally her move to Lamb House, once the home of Henry James.

BRAILLE

HIB-222 More vignettes of old Hawaii by David Free. Adult nonfiction. Hawaii miscellanea.

HIB-223 Kamehameha V: Lot Kapuaiwa by Rosalin Uphus Comeau. Juvenile nonfiction. Hawaiiana. Hawaii rulers and kings.

HIB-224 Dr. Shintani's HawaiiDiet Cookbook by Terry T. Shintani, M.D. Adult nonfiction. Hawaiiana. Cookery.

HIB-225 Middle son. A novel by Deborah lida. Adult fiction. Hawaiiana. Family stories.

HIB-226 Kamehameha IV: Alexander Liholiho by Ruby Hasegawa Lowe. Juvenile nonfiction. Hawaiiana. Hawaii rulers and kings.

HIB-300 Claudia and the friendship feud by Ann M. Martin. Baby-sitters Club Friends Forever Series, #4. Juvenile fiction. Friendship.

HIB-301 Kristy power! by Ann M. Martin. Baby-sitters Club Friends Forever Series, #5. Juvenile fiction. Babysitters.

HIB-302 Stacey and the boyfriend trap by Ann M. Martin. Baby-sitters Club Friends Forever Series, #6. Boyfriends.

HIB-303 Claudia gets her guy by Ann M. Martin. Baby-sitters Club Friends Forever Series, #7. Boyfriends.

CASSETTES

HIC- 1140 Call it destiny by Jayne Ann Krentz. Adult fiction. Romance.

HIC- 1141 Seedfolks by Paul Fleischman. Juvenile fiction. Gardens.

HIC- 1142 Issei: Japanese immigrants in Hawaii by Yukiko Kimura. Adult nonfiction. Hawaiiana. Japanese Americans in Hawaii.

HIC- 1143 A small obligation and other stories of Hilo by Susan Nunes. Adult fiction. Hawaiiana. Social life and customs in Hilo.

HIC- 1144 Aunty May's amazing healthy cookbook by May Watanabe. Adult nonfiction. Hawaiiana. Low-cholesterol, low fat, salt-free and sugar free recipes.

HIC-1145 Moramona: The Mormons in Hawaii by R. Lanier Britsch. Adult nonfiction. Hawaiiana. Mormon church in Hawaii.

HIC-1146 Honor thy children. One family's journey to wholeness by Molly Fumia. Adult nonfiction. Parents of AIDS patients--Biography.

HIC-1209 The ransom of Red Chief by O'Henry. Presented by the Blue Ridge Radio Players. Adult fiction. Humor.

Information supplied by the staff of the Library for the Blind & Physically Handicapped.