Making digital memories at Logan libraries

Free digital conversion services are bringing old memories back to life at Marsden and Logan Central Libraries.

At the Marsden Library, visitors can convert old music vinyls, cassette tapes and VHS video tapes into digital files. Local residents have used the VHS conversion service at Marsden Library to share special family occasions, such as weddings of yesteryear, with younger family members.

Meanwhile, at the Logan Central Library, visitors can use a specialised scanner to convert old photos on floppy discs, photo negatives and slides on to a USB stick or email attachment. The library’s brand-new overhead scanner can also scan large items such as family Bibles or framed family photographs.

By digitising these materials, family memories can be preserved indefinitely and are more easily accessible.

A Logan Central Library regular was delighted by how easily she could scan her large family Bible with the overhead scanner.

Her entire family tree dating back to the 1880s is now on a USB stick – and she’s been able to send the files to family members interstate and overseas.

Meanwhile, a local senior has regularly visited the Marsden Library to convert cassette tapes containing the music of his youth.

To use these services, residents are required to book an appointment via phone. A staff member will then teach them how to use the equipment on the day.

By digitising these materials, family memories can be preserved indefinitely and are more accessible.

P: 3412 4165 (Logan Central Library)
P: 3827 8400 (Marsden Library)
W: loganlibraries.org

By June Ho