Moot library celebrates 50 years
The Moot library, in Rietfontein, turned 50 years old on 17 March.
A local library in the Moot celebrated its 50 years of existence last week.
The Moot library, in Rietfontein, turned 50 years old on 17 March, said spokesperson Thana Oberholster.
“Which is why we came together to celebrate the affair.”
Oberholster said the celebration was attended by regular users of the library and past, as well as current library staff.
Local ward councillor, Elmarie Linde also attended.
“Old librarians also shared stories they have experienced over the years at the library,” she said.
She said the first librarian, Pieter Grobler was also in attendance.
“Till today, he is still a regular user of the library,” she said.
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Oberholster, who has been working at the library for 11 years, said the Moot user committee, was also in attendance.
She said the committee previously donated the prize money they won for the drama they wrote in 2017 to Moot library to buy more books.
“It was such an honour to be a part of such a historic celebration,” she said.
“Even though the gathering was very informal, we enjoyed it a lot.”
The library was opened by mayor and mayoress of Pretoria on 17 March 1970.
Community libraries throughout Pretoria are used for several reasons, including for Wi-Fi connectivity, photocopying, using the computer as well as reading newspapers and magazines.
The location of all community libraries can be found on the Tshwane metro website.
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