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OKLAHOMA LIBRARY FOR THE BLIND
AND PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED

 

 

 

 

 300 N.E. 18TH ST.
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73105

 

Open 8-5 Monday - Friday

with the exception of state holidays

Walk - in service Welcome

 

 (405) 521-3514
FAX (405) 521-4582
IN-STATE WATS 1-800-523-0288
TDD (405) 521-4672
EMAIL OLBPH

Our catalog is online.

 

 

   Bright Future is our library newsletter.  Our most recent issue is online.

 

 

Click here for the audio version of the Bright Future

 

 

 

 

Summer Reading a big success...Thank you OSLS!!!

Click here for more information and to meet one of our younger readers

 

 

 

 

Contact Library Director, Paul Adams

 

 

 

The Oklahoma Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped is operated    

       by the Division of Visual Services of the Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services and is the regional library for Oklahoma and a part of a national

          network of libraries of the Library of Congress National Library Service for

the Blind and Physically Handicapped .

 

 

    Anyone can search the catalog and patrons can request and reserve books and videos. 

        

            Applications are available for Individuals and Institutions. The applications must be printed out and returned with an original signature of the certifying authority. We look forward to serving you.

 

Important Information for New Patrons !! Click Here

 

 

          The library provides free services to Oklahomans who are blind, visually impaired, learning disabled, or have a physical limitation that makes it difficult to use regular printed matter. Reading materials on cassette or in braille and the equipment needed to read these materials are provided and maintained at no cost to the patron. Free mailing privileges are provided by the United States Post Office.

 

 

Post Office Info about mailing

     FREE MATTER FOR THE BLIND 

 

 

 

   Patrons must check out at least one book per year to remain active. Catalogs, bimonthly listings of available books, and special bibliographies to aid the patron in book selection are provided as part of the service.

 

          Reader Advisor Service. Professional librarians, also known as reader advisors, help patrons take advantage of all the collections in the library, which is comparable in size to a medium-sized public library. Patrons can discuss their reading preferences with a librarian and learn in what formats (cassette or braille) books, magazines, and other reading materials are available. They may request books by author, title, or subject. Patrons of the library receive their braille books from the NLS Multistate Center in Utah. Their toll-free number is 1-800-453-4293. Descriptive videos are also available. The library does not maintain a large print collection. Large print books are available at your local public library. For information about Oklahoma public libraries check out the Oklahoma Department of Libraries . 

 

   Meet our expert librarians! They are committed to meeting your reading needs 

 

                                                                                            

 

   Left to right, our librarians are: Andrew Shockley, reader advisor; Sammie Willis, reader advisor; Julia Alderson, technical and circulation services; David R. Slemmons, reader advisor.  

 

 

                                                     

      Not sure what to read next?

Find a good book by checking this online bibliography, courtesy of

      Wolfner Library, then give us a call.

 

 

 

  

   Magazines are also available. Contact Mable Stripling for more information or to order magazines and catalogs. 

 

          Machine Lending Agency. The library provides cassette machines specially designed for long-playing audio books. Patrons may check out these units, giving them access to a broad selection of books and magazines. Patrons may use these machines free of charge for an indefinite time as long as the patrons are actively involved in the reading program. Our in-house repair facility assures our patrons of prompt service. If you are having problems with your machine, call the library and ask for the Machine Room or email Daniel Simpson .

  

    Read about the upcoming digital talking book player   

 

          Volunteer Services. Many volunteers record books not available from other sources - including student textbooks. Many Oklahoma authors have recorded their own books. Volunteers also provide clerical help and assist duplicating, rewinding, and repairing tapes. 

  

   Call or email Jay Doudna if you are interested in being a volunteer.

  

         

    Volunteer wins award!

 

   Meet the 2006 OLBPH Employee of the Year

 

   Library Employee honored for 35 years of service

 

 

       Our Recording Studio Director is Jill Streck

 

                                        

 

 

   The latest digital technology is used in locally producing books and magazines. Our studio has drawn national recognition for the exceptional work in producing high-quality audiobooks and magazines.  

   Read:

   NLS article 1

   NLS article 2

   NLS article 3

 

   Our studio was made possible by funding from:

 

           

 

         The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation’s

         122,000  libraries and 17,500 museums. The Institute's mission is to create strong libraries and 

         museums that connect people to information and ideas.

 

 

           Watch a video about our recording studio

 

 

   

 

          The Hill. "The Hill" is an award-winning garden and walking path on the grounds of the library designed with special features for the visually and physically disabled.

 

          OSLS....click here to learn more The Oklahomans for Special Library Services is a non-profit corporation whose object is to promote the Oklahoma Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped. For more information or to make a donation call the library and ask for the Public Information Office or write OSLS, P.O. Box 53593, OKC, OK 73105.

 

          Public Information Officer - for more information about the library, to schedule a tour, or to set up a speaking engagement, contact  Vicky Golightly. 

 

      

 

 

          Accessible Instructional Materials Center  provides textbooks and other instructional materials in Braille and other accessible formats for students. 

 

                                          

      AIM Center forms: click on the form you need

   Student Information Form

 

   Louis Search Instruction Form

 

   Instructional Product Order Form

 

   Textbook Order Form

 

   Twin Vision Book Order Form

 

   Novel Order Form

 

      

       LINKS:

 

NEW!   FamilyConnect - a web site for parents of children with Visual Impairments

 

          National Library Service This site includes a wide range of information including Talking Book Topics and the location of other network libraries, and the union catalog of all books available including through interlibrary loan.  You can also find the answers to most of your frequently asked questions about the library and its services at FAQ.

 

          AFB Senior Site

 

          American Council of the Blind

 

          National Federation of the Blind and Newsline (a newspaper reading service that includes the Oklahoman, the Tulsa World, and others). Newsline applications are available from the library.

 

          Recordings for the Blind and Dyslexic

 

          Equal Access to Software and Information (EASI)

 

          American Printing House for the Blind

 

          For those interested in Braille, the article in wikipedia explains the history and how the cells are encoded.

 

            U S Government site concerning various disabilities