In the heart of the back-to-school hustle, two convenient book-wrapping stations have been set up to make this task easier than ever. Shoppers can bring exercise books, textbooks, or any other schoolbooks to be wrapped at no cost. These stations are located near Starbucks and Timberland, and by the Toys R Us entrance, says the shopping centre. 

"Wrapping schoolbooks is a time-consuming and expensive task for many families, and we wanted to make the process more enjoyable," says Nisha Kemraj, Centre Manager at Menlyn Park. "This initiative not only offers a practical solution but also creates a sense of community while supporting a great cause."

Shoppers dropping off their books have a range of paper options to choose from, featuring different colours, cheerful designs and various types of plastic covers. The stations are stocked with stickers to label each book. A trained team is on hand to ensure the wrapping is done quickly and neatly, giving parents and learners peace of mind, during the centre's regular trading hours, adds Menlyn Park. 

Menlyn Park says that while the books are being wrapped, visitors can explore its retailers, grab a meal, go shopping, or enjoy some leisure time. 

In the spirit of giving back, shoppers who make use of the service are encouraged to make a small donation to support the Louis Botha or Jakaranda Children's Homes. Though the book-wrapping service is free, any contribution will go a long way in making a difference in the lives of children in need, adds the shopping centre. 

"At Menlyn Park, we're not just about shopping — we're about fostering connections and giving back to the community. The donations collected through this campaign will help two important local organisations that do incredible work for children," concludes Kemraj.

For more information, visit www.menlynpark.co.za. You can also follow Menlyn Park Shopping Centre on Instagram. 

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