N E W S L E T T E RN E W S L E T T E R

HONGONGOI / JULY 2008 HONGONGOI / JULY 2008

HOT READS for COLD NIGHTS has begun and people are keen to sign up. There’s still time to take up the challenge and be in to win some great prizes. If you want a pack, just head to the Help Desk (or ask on the Mobile Library) and sign up. You need to log the books you read, write a review (if you like) and read away...now how easy is that?! Our Children’s Librarians have been zapping and zipping around preparing for an exciting July school holiday pro-gramme of supersonic proportions…..Be a SUPER READER and conquer the world! Check inside for all the dates and times and we hope to be seeing lots of little super heroes over the school break! Maori Language Week runs from 21st - 26th July. We’re planning an informative display to highlight the many resources available to those wanting to learn, read or listen to te reo Maori. With a nationwide theme of Te Reo i te Kāinga - Māori Language in the Home., this is a good chance to improve your reo, whatever level you are at. To celebrate Montana Poetry Day on Friday 18th July, we are inviting the public to write an original HAIKU poem which we will display on our poetry board over the next few weeks. Read how a Haiku is structured and give it a go. Funny or somber, we’d love to hear your haiku. And get your friends together for a great evening of questions at the Friends of the Library QUIZ NIGHT, being held on Wednesday 30th July at 7pm. There is limited seating so make sure you get in early with your registration form (see the back page). We’re looking forward to a great night...hope to see you there.

LanguagesLanguagesLanguages @ the Library 7.00pm at Rotorua Public Library WEDNESDAY 30th JULY 2008 Hosted by the Friends of the Rotorua Public Library

• Limit of 15 teams • Team size: 3-5 members • $5.00 entry per person • Entries close 25 July • Prizes awarded • Refreshments provided

Entry Forms available at Rotorua Public Library from 1 July

Get your team organized and sign up today!

TEAM NAME ___________________________________________ (3-5 members per team) CONTESTANTS’ NAMES: 1. ____________________________________________________ 2._____________________________________________________ 3._____________________________________________________ 4._____________________________________________________ 5._____________________________________________________ I enclose the team’s entry fee of $_____ ($5.00 per contestant) SIGNED:_____________________________________________ DAY TIME PHONE: ___________________________________

BOOK SALE ! BOOK SALE ! BOOK SALE ! Every 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month

KUIRAU PARK, Old TEA KIOSK

9.00am - 1.00pm Next sales: 5th & 19th July

Books & Magazines galore!

DISCOVERING DEWEY PART IVDISCOVERING DEWEY PART IVDISCOVERING DEWEY PART IVDISCOVERING DEWEY PART IV

Melvil Dewey

FOREIGN LANGUAGE COLLECTION Titles for new and fluent speakers in the following languages: AFRIKAAN GERMAN DUTCH JAPANESE KOREAN CHINESE FRENCH Picture Books, Magazines, Audio and Books

French Italian Greek Dutch Yiddish Finnish Chinese Japanese Thai Malay Indonesian

Russian Hebrew Bengali Welsh Cantonese Panjabi Czech Polish Urdu Maltese Arabic

Vietnamese Tuvaluan Samoan Hindi Spanish German and more

Maori Language Resources Available upstairs in the Don Stafford Room Dictionaries Literature Authors Publishing Broadcasting Magazines Newspapers Grammar & vocabulary Phrases and proverbs Personal & geographical names Oratory Folklore Waiata and more...

In the Children’s section there are also dictionaries and readers in other languages such as Pacific Island Languages; - Cook Island, Tokelauan, Samoan, Niuean, Tongan as well as Irish, Italian, Chinese and others.

Sometimes verbal language is not

required.

‘Perhaps no place in any community is so totally democratic as the town library. The only entrance requirement is interest.’ Lady Bird Johnson– US First Lady (1912-2007).

DISCOVERING DEWEY PART V On to Dewey Decimal Classification 300 class, a huge chunk of the scheme into which encompasses many subjects. The social sciences are diverse: topics as varied as transportation, law and etiquette are all classified under the broad umbrella of this class. In some instances, it would seem that not all subjects we find here are actually best suited here. For example wedding customs at 392.5 seems light years away in essence from ground transportation at 388 but they are separated by only 4 numbers in the scheme. Law, at 340 is provided for adequately for public libraries but specialist law libraries would find it too limited for the vast array of resources found in such collections. Here are the ten divisions of the 300 class:

• 300 – Social sciences.

• 310 – Collections of general statistics.

• 320 – Political science.

• 330 – Economics.

• 340 – Law

• 350 – Public administration & military science.

• 360 – Social problems & services.

• 370 – Education.

• 380 – Commerce, communications, transportation.

• 390 – Customs, etiquette, folklore.

Languages @ Languages @ Languages @ Languages @

the Librarythe Librarythe Librarythe Library

LEARN A LANGUAGE There are several language options and media to choose from such as:

Conversation Starter Phrase: What’s the property market gonna do? Na kei hea te haere o te taputapu ho-kohoko? From Instant Maori by Nick Theobald & Paora Walker

From the Don Stafford RoomFrom the Don Stafford RoomFrom the Don Stafford RoomFrom the Don Stafford Room New Faces New Faces New Faces New Faces

Tama Wise Evening Team Supervisor

I was born in Whangarei, although I lived in a tiny place called Tutukaka, known mostly for its deep sea fishing. I lived in that area for around 18 years before I went down to Hamil-ton to study Law and Maori Language. I previously worked in Puke Ariki (New Plym-outh) Library in the teens and children's de-partment. Previous to that, I've worked in a flurry of teams and positions in Auckland City Libraries, including Community Libraries, the

Outreach Team, Music, Fiction, Mobile library, and Library shop! All in all, I've been in libraries now for around five years. Libraries let me help people, while still involving one of my big passions in life, being books! Little known fact about me, I fenced for about a year or so in Auckland (with foils, rather than number 8 wires). I'm also an avid reader (fortunate, working in a library), and am a published short story writer, in Huia Short Stories 2007. I am currently putting the final edits on a full length teen novel. I'm also a rather outspoken critic of film and television.

Ellie Marshall Teens Librarian I was born in County Durham, England - which is in the north east for anybody who doesn't know. I was brought up a little further north of County Durham, in Northumberland which is along the north east coast. I will have been in New Zealand for a year at the end of August. Before I worked in the library I worked in re-tail, and have lots of cus-tomer service experi-ence. When I'm not at work I like to do anything artistic and creative. I like to paint, draw, write, and anything crafty like card making. I also love to cook.

MOBILE LIBRARY MOBILE LIBRARY Bringing the Library to YOUR place !Bringing the Library to YOUR place !Bringing the Library to YOUR place !Bringing the Library to YOUR place ! Save petrol and use the Mobile Library when it comes to your neighbourhood.

Sure to raise a few laughs is this handy-sized book from Nick Theobald and Paora Walker, “Instant Maori”. Full of hundreds of useful and not-so-useful (but funny) phrases. Conveniently grouped in subjects touching on the time, seasons, gone fishing, on the phone, romance , taxi chit-chat plus many more situations you may happen to find yourself in. Maori-English phonetics included after each phrase. From the romance section: Can I buy you a drink? Pai ana ki a koe mehemea ka hook inu au mau? No, but can I have the money instead? Kaore, engari pehea ke whiwhi I te moni? Instant Maori can be found upstairs in the Don Stafford Room 499.4428z THEO

A Dictionary of New Zealand Sign Language 419.03z DIC. It was as recent as the 1990s when sign language was finally recognized after a century of oralist teaching where the deaf were expected to learn to speak and lip-read. De-scribed as a “work-in-progress” the Dictionary offers more than 4000 signs and illustrations. There is a lending copy as well as a NOT FOR LOAN reference copy.

Here are just some examples of commonly mispronounced place names in New Zealand, according to the authors of this book.

1. Tauranga

Toe-rung-ah NOT Tow-wrong-ah

2. Waikato Why-cut-oar NOT Why-cat-oh

3. Turangi

Too-rung-ee NOT Too-rang-ee

4. Remuera Rem-oo-air-rah NOT Rem-you-air-rah

The Library is pleased to be in receipt of a very comprehensive Rotorua family history, that of the Lee family. The book which was donated to the library recently is a compilation of photographs, maps, certificates, family letters, charts and diagrams, being very well documented and presented. It would be of interest to many locals who were familiar with Lee Brothers’ Joinery Ltd on Lake Road, had connections with any of the many descendents or for those interested in Rotorua history. The library holds two lending copies of The Lee Family History 1839 – 2008 available from the Don Stafford Room.

Write an original HAIKU poem and bring/send/Write an original HAIKU poem and bring/send/Write an original HAIKU poem and bring/send/Write an original HAIKU poem and bring/send/email it to us to display on our email it to us to display on our email it to us to display on our email it to us to display on our HAIKU POETRY BOARDHAIKU POETRY BOARDHAIKU POETRY BOARDHAIKU POETRY BOARD....

Celebrating Montana Poetry Day Friday 18th JulyCelebrating Montana Poetry Day Friday 18th JulyCelebrating Montana Poetry Day Friday 18th JulyCelebrating Montana Poetry Day Friday 18th July

Funny, Romantic, Political, Sad….we’d love to read Funny, Romantic, Political, Sad….we’d love to read Funny, Romantic, Political, Sad….we’d love to read Funny, Romantic, Political, Sad….we’d love to read your haiku.your haiku.your haiku.your haiku.

Email to Library@rdc.govt.nz or bring it into the libraryEmail to Library@rdc.govt.nz or bring it into the libraryEmail to Library@rdc.govt.nz or bring it into the libraryEmail to Library@rdc.govt.nz or bring it into the library

Quick Read MagazinesQuick Read MagazinesQuick Read MagazinesQuick Read Magazines

4X4 ACTION magazine is written mainly by drivers, spectators, navigators and support crews sharing their adventures and explorations. Now in a glossy format, 4X4 Action comes with some great features such as Reader’s rigs, Feature vehicle, Tech sec-tion, Club news and a FREE classifieds sec-tion. Other new magazines to hit the shelves this month include the Reader’s Digest, Good, Gardens illustrated and BBC History Mag-azine - all great reads. BLUNT and POWER PLAY are also 2 great additions to the Teens magazine collection.

POETRY DISPLAY

7.00pm WEDNESDAY 30th JULY 2008 Hosted by the Friends of the Rotorua Public Library

• Limit of 15 teams • Team size: 3-5 members • $5.00 entry per person • Entries close 25 July • Prizes awarded • Refreshments provided

Entry Forms available at Rotorua Public Library from 1 July

Get your team organized and sign up today!

Kisssssssttt … that’s the sound of “HOT” new titles that are about to hit the shelves in the teens area this JULY! New and exciting reads for all the “keen teen readers out there!” Don’t wait to hear all about it from your mate, beat them to it!!

Don’t delay reserve the book today!!

Montana Poetry Day Montana Poetry Day Montana Poetry Day Montana Poetry Day ---- Haiku Haiku Haiku Haiku

Leading up to Montana Poetry Day on Friday 18th July, we’d like to invite people to hand in their own, original HAIKU for our display. Haiku is a poetic form and a type of poetry from the Japanese culture. It combines form, content, and language in a meaningful, yet compact form. Many themes include nature, feelings, or experiences often using simple words and grammar. The most common form for Haiku is three short lines. The first line usually contains five (5) syllables, the second line seven (7) syllables, and the third line contains five (5) syllables. A Haiku doesn't rhyme and will "paint" a mental image in the reader's mind. This is the challenge of Haiku - to put the poem's meaning and imagery in the reader's mind in only 17 syllables over just three (3) lines of poetry! Haiku can be funny or somber, about international issues or everyday occurrences. Have some fun and unleash your poetic mind ! You can hand in your Haiku at the library, on the Mobile Bus or email to Library@rdc.govt.nz.

The Girl with No Shadow. Joanne Harris has written a sequel to her bestseller, “Chocolat” In her own inimitable style, she continues the story of Vianne Rocher, now living in Paris with her daughters, cloaked in a new identity. At the beginning Vianne appears leached of colour, existing in a drab and humourless world with no sparks of magic, no joy. Her adolescent daughter is rebellious and cannot understand the need for anonymity. Into the scene comes the charming, enigmatic and devious Zozie de l’Alba and everything changes. If you enjoyed “Chocolat”, the sequel is a must. Also published under the title “The Lollypop shoes” and available in Large Print. JG

Librarians Choice Librarians Choice Librarians Choice Librarians Choice

The recent wet and stormy weekend created the perfect backdrop to a good weekend reading session and the funny, educational and inspiring Where underpants come from delivered on all fronts. (!) Joe Bennett heads off to find out where his Warehouse five-pack of $8.59 underwear originated from and the journey is a fascinating first-time encounter with China. The “big-nosed Westerner” sees first-hand the magnificent industrial revolution taking place in a land very different from ours. Currently sitting at #2 on the Booksellers International Non-Fiction List. SH

“FEEL THE “FEEL THE “FEEL THE “FEEL THE FORCE….”FORCE….”FORCE….”FORCE….”

INTO A COSTUME OF YOUR

FAVOURITE HERO and JOIN US FOR

A POWER OF FUN AT

ROTORUA PUBLIC LIBRARY

AND CONQUER THE WORLD! HOLIDAY PROGRAMME: Session times: 10.30—12.30 Wednesday, 9th July: JUNK TO SUPERRR FUNK Create your very own unique superhero outfit—we’ve got lots of bits and piec-es here but bring a plastic rubbish bag or a piece of material to make your own Superhero cape. Make superhero accessories and give your hero a name, a side-kick and superrrpowers.

Thursday, 10th July: SUPERRR CINEMA It’s Movie Time @ the Library. Bring some popcorn & an adult for this superhero movie event. Admittance is free but seats are limited. Book Now. Sorry, no group bookings. Contact the library for movie & booking details.

Wednesday, 16th July: SUPERRR ACTION, SUPERRR FUN Fly into the library for power packed Action songs, Superhero Stories, Mighty adventures and to make your own Action puppet.

Thursday, 17th July: ACTION MAN on stage in ‘ATTACK OF THE GIGGLES’ “Here he comes to save the day, it’s Action Man, he’s on his way.” The giggles attack in this hilarious tale of Action Man and his brave sidekick.

ALL CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULTALL CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULTALL CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULTALL CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT

Visit the library or our website

www.rotorualibrary.govt.nz for details

ZAP

We’ve had a great response to our HOT READS for COLD NIIGHTS reading challenge and there’s still plenty of time for you to join in and maybe win a prize as well. Our sponsors at QE HEALTH, BREAKERS Café and Bar and PALMERS Gardenworld are very generously supporting this initiative. Go to our website at www.rotorualibrary.govt.nz for a direct link to these companies.