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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…
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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…
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Public Library Day in the Philippines: Proclamation No. 563, s. 1959
The National Library of the Philippines and public libraries throughout the country celebrate the Public Library Day every March 9. This date was chosen to commemorate the establishment of the first …
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Iloilo City Government committed to fostering love of reading among children
The Iloilo City Government is committed to fostering a love of reading among its young citizens by establishing learning facilities across the city's seven districts. "We want to rekindle th…
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November 2023 is the 33rd Library & Information Services Month: theme and activities
Libraries have always transcended their roles as mere book repositories, evolving into vibrant community centers that facilitate learning, empower individuals, and drive societal transformation. As w…
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Revised Standards for Philippine Public Libraries
Republic of the Philippines Professional Regulation Commission PROFESSIONAL REGULATORY BOARD FOR LIBRARIANS Resolution No. 05 Series of 2015 PRESCRIPTION, ADOPTION AND PROMULGATION OF THE "REVI…
special libraries
The Ultimate Commute Guide to Libraries in Iloilo City
Iloilo is privileged to have public libraries open to the communities. Ilonggos can access free resources, including books, magazines, newspapers, e-books, audiobooks, and more. This enables the Ilon…
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Justice Ramon Avanceña Library, District Library in Arevalo, Iloilo City soon to open
Source: Mayor Jerry Treñas In a Facebook post, Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treñas announces that the Justice Ramon Avanceña Library in Arevalo, Iloilo City has started construction in November 9, 2022. A…
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Dr. Graciano Lopez Jaena Learning Center & Museum officially launched
The Dr. Graciano Lopez Jaena Learning Resource Center was officially inaugurated in December 20, 2022 with a blessing and launching ceremony. It was held two days after the Ilonggo hero’s 166th birth…
webinars
November 2022 is the 32nd Library & Information Services Month: theme and activities
Official poster of the 32nd Library and Information Services Month for 2022 Table of Contents About the Library and Information Services Month Contests and Activities Webinar series …
webinars
FREE webinar series with 10 CPD points: Philippine Public Library Leaders’ Conversation on October 18-25
The National Library of the Philippines (NLP) Public Libraries Division, in partnership with UP NCPAG - Center for Policy and Executive Development, will be conducting a five-day free webinar …
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National Library of the Philippines is hiring 4 Librarians! ₱35K salary
The National Library of the Philippines is currently hiring for four (4) Librarian II positions to be assigned in their Collection Development Division (CDD) and Reference Division (RD). Qualific…
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Monthly Storytelling at Sta. Filomena District Library, Iloilo City
Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treñas holds storytelling for kids at the Sta. Filomena library Iloilo City Public Library in Brgy. Sta. Filomena, Arevalo is holding storytelling for kids every second Tu…
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Soon to rise! Public Library in La Paz district, Iloilo City: Justice Delfin Jaranilla Learning Center
Source: Jerry Treñas Mayor Jerry Treñas of Iloilo City recently shared plans to build a District Library in La Paz, Iloilo City, the Delfin J. Jaranilla Learning Center. According to Treñas, t…
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Free book for download! NLP Special Bibliography on COVID-19 and Related Diseases 2022
The National Library of the Philippines (NLP), through the Bibliographic Services Division (BSD), has recently published a Special Bibliography on COVID-19 in order to help researchers to access …
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Free eBook! Beyond National Library: The National Library of the Philippines from 2017-2022
To celebrate the 135th anniversary of the National Library of the Philippines, they are launching a free book for download, Beyond National Library: The National Library of the Philippines from 2…
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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