Ross libraries set to clear 'digital daze'
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BORROWERS baffled by e-books or driven mad by the iPad are being offered digital enlightenment at drop-in sessions planned in Ross-shire.
With more libraries offering a range of digital alternatives to the old-fashioned book, library chiefs are looking to help demystify the process by offering explanations as to how it all works.
Dingwall and Invergordon are both set to stage "Digital Days" later this month - paving the way for absolute beginners to get up to speed on the latest gizmos.
Digital Days promise both beginners and those wanting to explore a little more the opportunity to ask questions and try out the latest gadgets.
There will be hands-on experience of the wii, iPads and e-readers - and an opportunity for a first taste of internet surfing, downloading ebooks and exploring the online information which Highland Libraries members can access.
Principal libraries manager Joyce Wats explained: "These days everyone seems to be talking digital. It’s all iPad, e-books, download, Facebook and e-mail. People can so easily feel left behind. But the message is 'Don’t worry – Highland Libraries are here to help'."
These Digital Days taster sessions are supported by Scottish Government funding through the Scottish Libraries and Information Council.
Highland Libraries is part of High Life Highland, a charity developing and promoting opportunities in culture, learning, sport, leisure, health and wellbeing across the Highlands.
Experienced library staff and specialists will be running drop-in sessions in Invergordon Library on Wednesday April 18 from 10am-12.30pm and at Dingwall Library on Friday, April 20 April from 11am until 4pm.
