News

Talking Hands Got Talent: Call for Participation

The BA Main Library is announcing a call for participation in the “Talking Hands Got Talent” competition. The competition aims to showcase the talents of young people who have mastered sign language and to encourage them to further develop these skills.   Interested applicants should be ...

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Main Library Generalities, References, and Periodicals Sections will be Closed for Relocation

For relocation purposes, the Generalities, References, and Periodicals sections of the Main Library, located in B4, will be closed as of Thursday, 1 January 2015. The sections will be re-opened once the relocation process is complete. ...

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Arab Deaf Week

The BA Main Library holds the Arab Deaf Week celebration on 22 and 23 April 2013. The event aims to increase the inclusion of the hearing impaired within society, provide cultural and educational services and raise public awareness about their problems. The event also features presentation of the ...

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“Street Window”, A Street Children Event

The BA Main Library holds an event about street and homeless children entitled “Street Window” on Tuesday, 16 April 2013. The event aims to spread public awareness about this crucial issue and how to positively tackle it. It features presentations from several entities that support these children ...

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New Service for the Deaf and Hearing Impaired

The BA Main Library offers a new service for deaf and hearing impaired users. Every Monday and Wednesday from 12:00 noon to 3:00 pm, deaf and hearing impaired volunteers fluent in the sign language will be available at the Main Information Desk, Main Library Entrance, for any help needed. ...

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