Author: Jonathan Santos

The National Library of the Philippines and Sentro ng Karunungan Library will be CLOSED on Monday and Tuesday, October 14-15, 2024, due to the expected travel of numerous participants for the opening of the 10th Session of the Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction (APMCDRR), in accordance with Memorandum Circular No. 66, series of 2024, from the Office of the President. All operations and reading room services will resume the following day, October 16, 2024.

The NLP Data Center will undergo maintenance on Saturday, October 12, 2024, from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. During this time, all systems and online transactions will be unavailable, including incoming and outgoing telephone communications (trunk lines), internet access, the Integrated Library System (KOHA), the NLP website, the Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC), the International Standard Numbering Systems Application (INS-POAS), and all other public-facing websites. This maintenance is necessary to integrate the Surveillance Center Project with the NLP generator and Data Center. For any concerns...

The 𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗠 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗞𝗶𝘁 is now available for download! Get access to everything you need to promote 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 — including LISM logo variations, official poster, banner, cover photo, profile picture frame, and Zoom background! Simply scan the QR code on the poster or visit this link to download: https://web.nlp.gov.ph/lism2024digikit Let’s celebrate and join the LibVOCACY!

Submit your applications now! The National Library of the Philippines (NLP) is in need of the positions listed below: – One (1) Librarian V – One (1) Librarian IV – One (1) ITO II – Three (3) Librarian II – One (1) ADAS III (Electrical Foreman) _____________________ You may submit/upload your application through the NLP Online Recruitment Form at http://bit.ly/3EBxPSA and visit our website for more details (https://web.nlp.gov.ph/bulletin-of-vacant-positions/) The deadline of submission is on November 8, 2024. APPLICATIONS WITH INCOMPLETE DOCUMENTS SHALL NOT BE...

We’re excited to share that the submission deadline for the Liber-Henyo: Librarian Showdown has been extended to October 18, 2024! Additionally, due to public demand, we’re adjusting the age range for our Young Tale Tellers storytelling video-making contest! Kids aged 5 to 12 years old are now invited to showcase their storytelling talents, expanding from the previous age of 7 to 11 years old. Check the detailed mechanics in the LISM microsite at https://web.nlp.gov.ph/lism Get ready to share your favorite tales and let your creativity shine! Stay tuned for more updates!

Tuklasin ang kwento sa likod ng mga kayamanang pangkultura ng ating bayan sa bagong bukas na NLP Permanent Gallery. Sumama sa amin para sa isang 𝗟𝗜𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗚 guided tour kasama si 𝐃𝐫. 𝐗𝐢𝐚𝐨 𝐂𝐡𝐮𝐚, Gallery Curator at Historian, sa Oktubre 9, 2024, 3:30 P.M. sa ika-4 na palapag ng NLP building. Ipareserba na ang iyong pwesto – tanging unang 30 rehistradong bisita lamang ang makakasama sa eksklusibong tour na ito. Magparehistro sa link na ito: https://web.nlp.gov.ph/TuklasRegistration o i-scan ang QR code sa poster.

The National Library of the Philippines joins the National Commission on Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and the whole nation in the celebration of Museums and Galleries Month (MGM) this October, in accordance with Presidential Proclamation No. 798, signed in 1991 with an aim to highlight the significance of national awareness and pride in the Filipino culture and heritage expressing hope of the nation. This year’s theme, “Honoring Traditions, Fostering Innovation” captures the balance between preserving the past and shaping the future. The celebration aims to connect the past, present and future...

Ang Pambansang Aklatan ng Pilipinas ay nakikiisa sa Pambansang Komisyon sa Katutubong Pamayanan at sa buong bansa sa pagdiriwang ng Buwan ng mga Katutubong Pamayanan ngayong Oktubre, at ng ika-27 anibersaryo ng pagpapatibay ng Indigenous Peoples Rights Act (IPRA) o Batas ukol sa Karapatan ng mga Katutubo. Sa temang “Mga Katutubo at Katutubong Dunong: Pahalagahan, Pangalagaan, at Parangalan,” kasama ang inyong Pambansang Aklatan sa pagbibigay-pugay at pagpapalakas sa ating mga Katutubong Pamayanang Kultural, at sa paggunita ng mahalagang batas sa kanilang mga karapatan.

𝗔𝗧𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗖𝗖𝗬𝗔𝗟 𝗗𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦! The Working Committee for the 8th International Conference for Children and Young Adult Librarianship (ICCYAL) is excited to announce Fellowship Night, featuring the enchanting theme of 𝗚𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘇 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗼𝘂𝗿. Put on your most dazzling attire and prepare for a sparkling evening filled with meaningful conversations and captivating entertainment alongside fellow library practitioners in the Children and Young Adult sector. Join us on October 2, 2024, at Sison Auditorium, Lingayen, Pangasinan. For more information regarding the Fellowship Night, please check your...

The National Library of the Philippines  joins in celebrating this year’s International Day for Universal Access to Information. This year’s theme is “Mainstreaming Access to Information and Participation in the Public Sector”. The National Library of the Philippines ensures equitable access and provides inclusive and resilient services to support intellectual, cultural, and national development.

Submit your applications now! The National Library of the Philippines (NLP) is in need of the position listed below: Administrative Service Aide (Driver) Salary: P726.00 /day Appointment Status: N/A (Job Order) Place of Assignment: Finance and Administrative Division Experience: – Preferably with experience as a personal or company driver; or has TESDA Driving Course Certificate – Must have a Professional Driver’s License with restriction 1,2 and 3. (Can drive vehicle category M3: Vehicles above 5,000kg with more than 8 passenger seats) Functions: (1) Drives Office vehicle to transport...

𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘀! Are you ready to share your love for stories and creativity with the world? Join the Young Tale-Tellers contest and show off your storytelling skills! Open to all Filipino kids aged 7-11, this is your chance to shine in a video performance that celebrates the theme: “𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗩𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗖𝗬: 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘁𝗼𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀.” Submit your video, and the entry with the most reactions and shares on the NLP’s Facebook page will WIN exciting prizes! Don’t miss out! Let’s celebrate the magic of stories and the power of libraries together!...

𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐢𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐬! Prepare your guessing skills! This 34th Library and Information Services Month, we’re turning up the fun with “Liber-Henyo: Librarian Showdown!” Think you’ve got what it takes to guess those tricky words and prove your quick thinking? Grab your fellow librarians and get ready to show off your teamwork, knowledge, and lightning-fast reflexes! Who Can Join? Two (2) practicing librarians per team, who are both members of any LIS professional organizations or alumni associations in the country. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the field,...