Robertson Library, part of the Langeberg Municipality’s Library Department, is pleased to announce the availability of a mini-South African Library for the Blind Service.
The library encourages visually impaired individuals, both young and old, from the Langeberg community to take full advantage of this free service.
Equipped with specialised software programmes, the library’s computer caters for the unique needs of visually impaired patrons, offering them the opportunity to engage in business or leisure activities.
In addition, it provides the latest Daisy Reader for loan, enabling users to download up to 30 audio books at a time for listening at home.
“We are happy to introduce this new service at our library. Reading and storytelling should be enjoyed and available to everyone, and through technology almost everyone can enjoy the power of stories,” said Felicia Gumede, Langeberg Municipality’s Manager of Libraries.
The official launch of this service is scheduled to take place on Friday 4 August.
A representative of the South African Library for the Blind will visit Robertson Library to deliver a detailed presentation, demonstration and training on how the computer software and Daisy Readers can benefit visually impaired library users.
Community members in the Langeberg municipal area are encouraged to visit the library and take advantage of this wonderful service.
The library’s operating hours are as follows:. Monday, Wednesday and Friday: 08:00-17:00. Tuesday and Thursday: 08:30-17:30. Saturday: 09:00-12:00
For more information, visit the Robertson Library located at Van Reenen Street, Robertson, or call 023 626 8205.
