Unconventional Activities: Delving into Activities that Push Boundaries, No Holding Back
The Mauritius Mediathek in Wiesbaden is more than just a library. It's a vibrant hub of creativity and knowledge, offering a wide range of services to cater to the needs of the community.
For those who love to read, an external return zone on Hochstadterstrasse allows books and other information carriers to be returned at any time. Inside, numerous workstations with free internet access on three floors of the building provide a comfortable space for research and study. A modern RFID system enables patrons to independently borrow, renew, or return information carriers, with seven self-service machines available for this purpose.
For the younger crowd, the gaming consoles at the Mauritius Mediathek are intended for youth programming during off-peak hours. Two information monitors within the Mediathek display local news updates, keeping the youth informed about their community.
Beyond Wi-Fi, workstations, and gaming consoles, the Mauritius Mediathek offers a professionally equipped media studio and creative workshop space through the Wiesbaden Media Center. This includes a studio area of about 80 square meters with four cameras for video and photo shoots, audio and lighting technology, a green screen, and live streaming capabilities. Post-production equipment and four editing suites are also available, providing young people aged 12 to 26 with the tools they need to produce videos, photos, and audio projects with professional quality.
Regular workshops on topics like photography, streaming, video podcasting, light painting, and social media video creation are held to help beginners and advanced users hone their skills. The studio is available for booking on Saturdays from 2 to 8 pm, with staff on-site to provide support and advice.
The intelligent media lounge allows patrons with valid library cards to borrow laptops for use at the Mauritius Mediathek. A digital stele in the Mediathek provides updates on the music library, keeping visitors informed about the latest additions.
Twelve online catalogs are available for accessing the collections of Wiesbaden's city libraries, making information easily accessible to all. A digital stele in the Mauritius Mediathek also provides updates on the music library, keeping visitors informed about the latest additions.
With its extensive services, the Mauritius Mediathek is a valuable resource for the community, fostering creativity, learning, and knowledge in Wiesbaden.
Every afternoon, young visitors can engage with state-of-the-art smartphones and gadgets in various technology-focused activities, creating a generational blend within the library.
In the highly-advanced media studio, patrons can edit photos and videos using smartphones and other modern devices, immersing themselves in the world of cutting-edge technology.
