It’s story time at George Libraries

GEORGE NEWS - George Libraries are looking forward to celebrating Library Week from 20 to 26March, which they will celebrate to the theme “Libraries – telling powerful stories”.

The art of storytelling is as old as humankind itself. Irrespective of the type of story. Whether it is fiction, biographical, dramatic, poetic, oral or in writing, each one of us has a story to tell.

These stories transfer knowledge and traditions, put the spotlight on unsung heroes, and uplift, educate and inspire people. Libraries have long been central in collecting, preserving, storing, promoting and encouraging millions of people to become aware of and enjoy these stories, that help them understand how other people think, operate and live.

Despite the challenges that libraries are facing, libraries have persevered and continue to add to the good stories that they tell. George Libraries are opening its doors for a week of fun and laughter, drama and entertainment, as we invite all our communities to enjoy Library Week with us.

Our library staff understand the power and effect that stories have in the lives of people.

George Library:

George Library will visit and share powerful stories at the following venues:

Carpe Diem School on 22 March, 11:00 to 12:00
George Preparatory on 23 March, 11:00
Olympia School on 24 March

Blanco Library:

20 March

Children of Kretzenshoop Primary read out of a selection of children storybooks.
Golden oldies and the community are welcome for tea and refreshments.

22 March

Board games and face painting for 6- to 10-year-olds

23 March

Golden oldies and the public are invited to listen to an informative session on social issues in the community by the South African Police Service (Saps).
Story hour at Born to Win

24 March

Word building and spelling competition for Grade 5 students.

Conville Library will visit primary schools to promote the “Telling your own story” competition.

Pacaltsdorp Library

Mystery book competition

A mystery book will be covered in paper. A short review will be subtracted from the book and the patron will be asked to read the book and return it on 22 March to win a library-related prize.
All learners in Grade 7: the programme will run over a four-week period with the orientation of programme during library week.
Nine students will be recruited for a Math Olympiad - three from each school in Pacaltsdorp.

Thembalethu Library

20 March