public libraries
National Library of the Philippines opens new Childrens’ Library
The Opening of the New Childrens' Library was graced by First Lady Liza Marcos and NLP Director Cesar Adriano | Photos from National Library of the Philippines The National Library of the Philipp…
public libraries
Manila City Library unveils new building
The Manila City Library has officially opened the doors to its brand-new building this November 3, 2025, marking an exciting new chapter for public access to information and community engagement. Th…
private libraries
More than Coffee: Ink Drinkers Reading and Study Café is your new haven in Iloilo City
There’s a new space in Iloilo City - Ink Drinkers Reading and Study Café - that’s been thoughtfully designed to fuel your mind, your ambition, and, most importantly, your love for reading and learni…
writers
John Green spotted in Guimaras, promotes latest book ‘Everything is Tuberculosis’
John Green signing books for his fans in Guimaras Island | Photo from Province of Guimaras Bestselling author John Green was spotted in Guimaras Island in the Philippines to promote his latest book, …
movies
Movie review: The Time that Remains (2025)
Summary The Time that Remains (2025) is a Filipino vampire romance movie released in Netflix this October 16, just in time for this Halloween season. It stars Jasmine Curtis-Smith, Carlo Aquino, Bin…
events
‘World’s biggest book sale’ Big Bad Wolf returns for a second time to Iloilo, to donate 1000 books to Iloilo Province
The world’s biggest book sale is finally making its return to Iloilo! Big Bad Wolf Books is bringing over 2 million brand-new English books all at jaw-dropping discounts of up to 95% off retail price…
LIS education
Doctor of Library and Information Science in the Philippines
A Doctor of Library and Information Science (DLIS) program might soon be offered in the Philippines for the first time. The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) recently conducted a site visit at t…
universities
University of the Philippines Visayas launch Digital Repository
Launching of UPV Digital Repository. Source: UPV IPO In a groundbreaking development for academic research and knowledge sharing, the University of the Philippines Visayas (UPV) has unveiled its Digi…
librarian's licensure exam
2025 Librarians Licensure Examination: schedule, guide, and what you need to know
DISCLAIMER: Please note that I only share information and I am not connected to the review centers or PRC. For inquiries and questions kindly direct them to the review centers or your nearest PRC off…
universities
Standards for Academic Libraries in the Philippines
CHED MEMORANDUM ORDER (CMO) No. 22 Series of 2021 SUBJECT: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR LIBRARIES OF HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS COMMON TO ALL PROGRAMS In accordance with the pertinent provisions of …
special libraries
Standards for Special Libraries in the Philippines (Revised 2016)
INTRODUCTION Special libraries exist for very specific purposes and this wide array of functions hinders the formulation of evaluation criteria that would apply to all. In spite of impediments howe…
PRC
Certificate of Good Standing no longer required for PRC ID renewal for Librarians
The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) no longer requires the Certificate of Good Standing (COGS) for the renewal of the the PRC License for Professional Librarians and other professions, exce…
school libraries
Standards for School Libraries and Media Centers in the Philippines
As mandated by DepEd Order No. 56, Series of 2011 signed by Atty. Alberto T. Muyot (Undersecretary and Office in Charge as of 2011), the Standards for Philippine Libraries is recommended to be adopt…
Malditang Librarian has been blogging about books, librarianship, and Iloilo City since 2016. I am a member of Iloilo Bloggers Society and I write for IBS Digital Network.
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