Help librarians uplift youth in Motala Heights
The youth in the area are desperate to learn how to play an instrument and receive help with their homework.
THE dedicated staff at the Motala Heights Library recently brainstormed a few exciting ways to encourage residents and youth to make use of the library.
“The library staff have, on a number of occasions, encouraged local learners to read. It seems that the youth in this community are faced with extreme poverty and hardship which has led to hopelessness and depression. The librarians have a genuine desire to see the scourge of drugs eradicated and see the youth reading so that their future is brighter,” said Marlaine Nair, the Ward 13 and 15 DA PR councillor.
After speaking to the youth concerning their needs, it was discovered that many required assistance with their schoolwork, while others indicated a desire to learn to play an instrument, chess or take part in arts and craft exercises.
Angela Hounsell, one of the librarians said there was a need for counselling and motivational talks for the youth.
Marlaine said, “The youth will be our future doctors, attorneys and politicians and we must do everything we can to rescue this generation from a life of hopelessness and despair. Without a love for reading and learning, the future looks bleak for any young South African.”
To donate a chess set or volunteer your services as a tutor or music and crafts teacher, contact the library on 031 700 2741.
Easter fun:
Make your way down to the Motala Heights Library for some hopping good fun this Easter. There will be plenty of arts and craft activities to keep littlies entertained.
Events start at 10am each day and will last for an hour.
Go along on Monday, 3 April to create an Easter egg holder.
On Tuesday, 4 April create a bunny mask, on Wednesday build an eater egg basket and on Thursday get your creative juices flowing in the Easter finger puppet making class.
On Friday create some egg carton Easter eggs.
