Selected Sheffield libraries to reopen with order and collect service: The city has 12 libraries controlled by Sheffield Council and another 16 which are staffed by volunteers. All of them have been closed since lockdown began but since the start of July, staff have been ... Source: "Coronavirus Lockdown" - BingNews. Jordan sets Nov. 10 as date for parliamentary elections: Jordan has set Nov. 10 as the date for parliamentary elections, hours after a royal decree to hold a countrywide poll, … [Read more...] about Selected Sheffield libraries to reopen with order and collect service – Lockdown News
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More than 30 libraries reopen across Suffolk – Lockdown News
More than 30 libraries reopen across Suffolk: More than 30 libraries have reopened across Suffolk as community services continue to return following the the coronavirus lockdown. Source: "Coronavirus Lockdown" - BingNews. Serbia's president U-turns on plan to reinstate coronavirus lockdown after thousands protested against the move and tried to storm parliament building: Serbia's President Aleksandar Vucic today backtracked on plans to reinstate a coronavirus lockdown in Belgrade this … [Read more...] about More than 30 libraries reopen across Suffolk – Lockdown News
Horse Memorial – Lest we forget
A MyPE.co.za 'Horse Memorial Port Elizabeth' selected video for you: PORT Elizabeth’s well-known Horse Memorial was attacked by members of the EFF yesterday as part of the party's countrywide campaign to damage or destroy colonial and apartheid-era statues and memorials gained traction at the weekend. Click HERE to find more 'Horse Memorial Port Elizabeth' videos. These videos are automatically selected based on youTube keywords - Click Here to report any … [Read more...] about Horse Memorial – Lest we forget
Festive Season Library Closures
Please note that all municipal public libraries (with the exception of the Newton Park and Zwide Libraries) will be closed from Wednesday, 23 December 2015, to re-open to the public on Monday, 11 January 2016. Both the Newton Park and Zwide Libraries will be open on Wednesday, 23 (usual hours) and on Thursday, 24 December from 09:00 to 12:00. The Newton Park Library will re-open on Monday 4 January at the usual library hours. RENEWAL OF LIBRARY BOOKS If residents’ library books are … [Read more...] about Festive Season Library Closures
More mini libraries help the blind and partially sighted
More mini libraries or "Minilibs" are planned to take library services to the partially sighted and blind throughout the Eastern Cape following the success of the first 24 Minilibs installed by the South African Library for the Blind in partnership with the province. The libraries include a text reader, a computer for access to online resources, and materials including braille books supplied by the SA Library for the Blind. "We want to roll Minilibs out to every community," says Lubabalo … [Read more...] about More mini libraries help the blind and partially sighted
Building a new generation of readers through book donations
The Nelson Mandela Bay Libraries, in partnership with the Walmer Angels Project, has embarked on an ambitious project to build a new generation of readers, starting with a pilot project that started at the end of March in Gqebera (Walmer Township) in the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality. Experience gained by participating in this project will be invaluable for future library activities. The project includes a number of activities, including storytelling and reading at 16 crèches and to the … [Read more...] about Building a new generation of readers through book donations
Deputy Mayor Ngcolomba calls on parents to encourage their children to visit libraries
Young creative minds were put to the test when the Nelson Mandela Bay Main Library hosted a number of children from Ward 5 and surrounding areas for a beadwork and story reading session. The session forms part of the school holiday libraries programme the Municipality is running in all the libraries across the city in attempt to keep children occupied, and to encourage reading and visiting libraries and participating in library activities and projects. The aim was also to create an awareness … [Read more...] about Deputy Mayor Ngcolomba calls on parents to encourage their children to visit libraries
Municipal Libraries Closure
The Allanridge Library in Uitenhage will be closed for an indefinite period due to damage caused during the recent senseless attacks on municipal property in the area. All holiday programmes advertised for this library are cancelled and as a result the children from this area will miss out on all the exiting programmes planned at the facility. Library users can return books to any other municipal library in the interim to avoid fines. Please take note that all libraries will close at 17:00 … [Read more...] about Municipal Libraries Closure
Holiday fun at the municipal libraries
If you would like your children to enjoy organized and professionally run programmes during December, consider the schedule at municipal libraries as well. Activities range from movie time, storytelling, making of Christmas cards, decorations, picture frame art and many other fun actions. A copy of the programme appears below: ALGOA PARK LIBRARY Tel: 041 452-5065. Theme: Christmas Friday, 6 December: 10h00 - Movie time Monday, 9 December: 10h00 - Door hanger craft workshop - 10 … [Read more...] about Holiday fun at the municipal libraries
Renew Your Library Book(s) Via E-Mail
While the management of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is working on resolving a labour dispute that led to the temporary closure of all municipal libraries, the public can still renew their books by e-mailing bookrenewals@mandelamdetro.gov.za. The information required to effect a renewal is: borrower's name card number number of books to be renewed Further details to follow regarding the resolution that led to the closure of traffic offices and libraries. Editor: SURELY it … [Read more...] about Renew Your Library Book(s) Via E-Mail
Libraries in Nelson Mandela Bay Closed
Libraries across Nelson Mandela Bay have shut their doors as children line up to complete their homework. Children from Walmer Township were lined up outside the Walmer Library today hoping to gain access to complete their homework but were denied this basic opportunity. I have been reliably informed that the dispute that saw all libraries in the Metro closed in July has been revived once again due to the Municipality's failure to deliver on their commitment to library staff. In July … [Read more...] about Libraries in Nelson Mandela Bay Closed
We demand a library report
I have today submitted a motion to the standing committee on Sports Arts Recreation and Culture demanding the tabling of a detailed report on all challenges facing our libraries in Nelson Mandela Bay. The recent closure of libraries across the Metro is an indictment on our administration and that of our Province and it is an insult to our communities. Libraries are a critical tool that can be used to unlock opportunities for all residents, especially our youth, and they should be treated … [Read more...] about We demand a library report
Municipal libraries reopen today
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has pleasure in announcing that the go-slow experienced in municipal libraries since the beginning of June has ended and that all municipal libraries will open their doors to the public today. Note that no fines will be imposed on library members whose books fell due during the period of the go-slow. The Municipality wishes to apologise for any inconvenience caused. Editor: I am sure that Ramon Thomas will be pleased - sign his petition to keep the … [Read more...] about Municipal libraries reopen today
Municipal Service Closures
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has confirmed that the Mfanasekhaya Gqobose Building (formerly Eric Tindale Building) in Govan Mbeki Avenue is still closed for business. This follows the labour unrest that saw staff from the Budget and Treasury Directorate abandoning their workstations follwoing dissastisfaction about issues such as regrading and uniforms. Residents who wish to make payments can do so at any of the Municipality's Customer Care Centres or, alternatively, at any Post Office … [Read more...] about Municipal Service Closures
Eastern Cape matric students have limited access to libraries
A DA survey of public library opening hours in the Eastern Cape has revealed a concerning lack of accessibility for learners during the matric exam period. Many libraries in the province do not open at all on certain days or have short operating hours. In Port Elizabeth and East London some libraries do not open at all on weekends, while some close their doors at 1pm on a Friday. In East London for example, the Buffalo Flats and Parkside libraries do not open on Saturdays. While The Port … [Read more...] about Eastern Cape matric students have limited access to libraries
