Weekend Argus (Saturday Edition)
A journal that will take you on a journey
THE CITY’S libraries will be celebrating SA Library Week with the theme, Re-imagine, Repurpose and Re-discover.
Mayco member for community services and health Patricia van der Ross said the week was a celebration of our intellectual and literary heritage. “Libraries play a vital role in collecting, organising and providing access to information and resources.
“Staff at the City’s Library and Information Services (LIS) opted to celebrate the week differently this year. A music video has been produced featuring an original composition as well as performances from LIS staff members. This funky, vibrant video was filmed at various libraries and promotes all the values of SA Library Week. Keep an eye on the city’s social media platforms for the video,” she said.
Librarian in charge at Lwandle Public Library, Mzukisi Njambatwa said:“SA Library Week aims to make people aware of the availability of libraries within their communities. Patrons are informed on how to join the library and what the benefits are, like free access to information, the internet, wi-fi, online newspapers, DVDs, CDs, magazines etc.”
Meanwhile, on Thursday, the Otto Foundation launched a journal The Reading Journey: A Journal for Your Literary Adventures. It was created to help children explore the world of words and books.
Otto Foundation design and placemaking manager Xanelé Puren said: “The themes are introduced through short poems, each followed by activities that encourage learners to explore and meaningfully engage with different types of texts.”
Otto Foundation partnerships director Nonikiwe Mashologu said SA Library Week gave them an opportunity to reflect on the role of libraries, and the ways in which reading can change people’s lives. “South Africa will also be celebrating Human Rights Day on March 21. Children have a right to education, and we believe that access to books and programmes to promote reading for enjoyment is part and parcel of that right.
“Proceeds from the sale of the book will support the Otto Foundation libraries and reading programmes in District Six.”