Regional libraries now open on Saturdays
From October 30, the following Regional Libraries would be open during the examination period on Saturdays from 09:00 to 17:00.
City of Johannesburg (CoJ) Library and Information Services Management made the announcement that from November 2 CoJ Public Libraries would be open on Mondays to Fridays from 09:00 to 17:00 for the following purposes:
• To study
• Photocopy services
• Use of in-house books
• For reference services
• Face-to-face programmes
• To borrow and return library books
• To access Wi-Fi (if available) within library parameters
From October 30, the following Regional Libraries would be open during the examination period on Saturdays from 09:00 to 17:00:
• Diepsloot
• Florida
• Ivory Park North
• Jabavu
• Orange Farm
• Protea North
• Randburg
• Sandton
• Yeoville
Should there be any challenges associated with Covid-19, or electricity supply causing no visibility in the library, or water supply problems in the areas in which libraries are situated, those libraries will be closed at short notice until the problem is resolved.
According to CoJ Library and Information Services Management, full library services will be reinstated only when the identified challenges associated with Covid-19 risks are resolved, and the risk of infection is reduced.
“The staff at Weltevreden Park Library are pleased to see these changes. We are planning face-to-face programmes again, beginning with a programme for children during the December school holidays.
“Information can be obtained from the library on 011 679 3406. We are excited to see the library filling up as more people are able to access it – subject to Covid-19 protocols of course.
“We’re ready to welcome community members of all ages,” said Weltevreden Park Senior Librarian, Gwyneth Perry.
