Malditang Librarian

Photo from Balay Mapanag on Facebook Balay Mapanag , the Municipality of Cuartero Museum, Library, and Archives in Capiz opened today, February 25, 2021.  The National Commission for Culture and Arts (NCCA) through its Competitive Grants Program has helped established this new cultural center in Capiz. The name 'Mapanag' is from the original name of the municipality which was for the creek that acts as the boundary between Dumalag and Cuartero.  Currently, the library contains books, as well as historical and informative materials on the municipality of Cuartero. Ongoing is an exhibit on Cuartero's weaving and textile industry. On display are materials made by the locals from the town's different communities. Prior to launching, there was a series of trainings on museum and library work. This was to prepare and equip the personnel, teachers, cultural workers, and school coordinators on the management of Balay Mapanag. Artist and curator Marika Constantino facilitate...

Spirit of America digital collection [ website ] Florida Atlantic University (FAU) Libraries launch the Marvin & Sybil Winer 'Spirit of America' digital collection The collection was donated by Marvin and Sybil Weiner in 2006. Marvin Weiner collected over 13,000 books and pamphlets pertaining to 16th to 18th century America. This collection is housed in the library's Special Collections and Archives. The digitized version of the collection includes almanacs, documents, letters, speeches, rare books, newspapers, and government publications. It is open and accessible for users not just in the university but globally. The librarians and staff of FAU digitized the materials. There are currently over 500 digitized documents available, with more being added daily. According to Carol Hixson, dean of the Libraries, "The Marvin & Sybil Weiner Spirit of America Collection brings the history of the United States and its founding principles to life. The ongoing digit...