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26/10/2026

📅🎉 𝗦𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘! 𝟵 𝗗𝗔𝗬𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝗚𝗢 𝗕𝗘𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗘 𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗠 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲! 🌏📚

The countdown is ON! ⏳🥳 Join us for the 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗖𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗬 of the 𝟯𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 (𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗠) 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲! 🎊✨

📅 November 4, 2026 (Wednesday)
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 NLP Auditorium
📱 Catch the livestream on the NLP page! 📡💻

🌏 This year's theme, 𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗡-𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗞 (𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗡 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀: 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲) 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲, celebrates the power of libraries to connect knowledge, preserve heritage, and bring ASEAN communities closer together! 🤝🌺📖

🎉 Exciting activities and meaningful celebrations await this November! Mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate with us! 🚀🥳

🔎 Explore the LISM 2026 microsite for updates and details:
🌐 https://web.nlp.gov.ph/lism

📩 For inquiries, email [email protected].

𝗦𝗘𝗘 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗔𝗧 𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗠 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲! 🎊📚

26/10/2026

✨𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘇

The National Library of the Philippines (NLP), through its Public Libraries Division (PLD), conducted a campaign of Republic Act No. 7743 and public library visits in the Province of Capiz from October 21 to 22, 2026 represented by Director Cesar Gilbert Q. Adriano, Ms. Vida Dorea P. Mendoza, Librarian III and Ms. Sherlyn Amber V. dela Cruz, Librarian I. The activity sought to strengthen collaboration and partnerships with Local Government Units (LGUs) by supporting their efforts to establish, enhance, and sustain accessible, responsive, and high-quality public library services. Through these engagements, the initiative aimed to promote greater access to information, learning resources, and knowledge opportunities for communities across the province.

The visits provided an opportunity to engage with Local Chief Executives and other local officials regarding the role of functional public libraries in their respective communities; discussions also encouraged the establishment of Municipal Libraries. During the engagements, the NLP discussed the assistance available to LGUs, such as the provision of library resources in various formats, free training and capacity-building activities for library personnel, and follow-up visits to monitor progress and address development needs. The importance of maintaining a functional public library was also emphasized, particularly as it is now included as an indicator under the Sustainable Education Governance Area of the Seal of Good Local Governance (SGLG).

The NLP extends its heartfelt gratitude to the Provincial Government of Capiz represented by Anthony H. Colmo, Acting Assistant Department Head; Mr. Mark Jofer B. Talabucon, Senior Tourism Operations Officer, Head, Culture, Heritage and Arts Division; Ms. Renarey Quirao-Aguihap, Tourism Operations Officer II, Manpower Development and Tourism Coordination Division; and Ms. Maria Yvette L. Andion, Tourism Operations Officer II/Officer/Library-In-Charge for providing support and assistance throughout the visit.

The photos featured in this post are courtesy of the Provincial Government of Capiz taken by Mr. Renz Darielle Maceda, Administrative Aide, Tourism Development and Planning Division.

24/10/2026

✨ 𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞 | #𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆𝗣𝗛 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝗿𝗰𝘂𝗶𝘁 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿: 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀, 𝗨𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀

🏛In celebration of Museums and Galleries Month, the is one of the featured stops of the 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝗿𝗰𝘂𝗶𝘁 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿: 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀, 𝗨𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀, happening today, October 24, 2026!

📜This whole-day cultural experience takes participants on a journey through the rich heritage, history, art, and culture of Pasig, Manila, and Quezon City, with the 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗚𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘆 of the as one of its featured destinations. 🗺

🧐Discover the stories of our nation's past and explore the cultural treasures that connect generations and communities!

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23/10/2026

Matuto at tumuklas ng mga bagong kaalaman sa guided library tour ng kasama ang IBBY-PH at Vibal Foundation bilang pagdiriwang ng Museums and Galleries Month!

Mag-book ng sariling guided tour sa https://web.nlp.gov.ph/nlp-guided-library-tour/ at magkita-kits tayo! !

23/10/2026

✨ #𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆𝗣𝗛 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗛𝗖𝗣

The (NLP) joined the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) in celebrating its 93rd Founding Anniversary, themed “Kasaysayang Nag-uugnay,” yesterday, October 22, 2026, at the Metropolitan Theater in the City of Manila.

As part of the celebration, the NLP received a 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 from the NHCP in acknowledgment of its partnership and valuable contributions to the preservation, promotion, and appreciation of Philippine history. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿, 𝗖𝗲𝘀𝗮𝗿 𝗚𝗶𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗤. 𝗔𝗱𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗼.

The NLP expresses its sincere gratitude to the NHCP for this recognition. This distinction reaffirms the NLP’s commitment to safeguarding the nation’s documentary heritage, advancing public access to historical resources, and fostering a deeper appreciation of the country’s shared history and cultural identity.

22/10/2026

✨𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲

The National Library of the Philippines (NLP), led by Director Cesar Gilbert Q. Adriano, conducted a series of visits to public libraries in the Province of Antique on October 19–20, 2026, together with the Public Libraries Division (PLD) team, represented by Ms. Vida Dorea P. Mendoza, Librarian III, and Ms. Sherlyn Amber V. dela Cruz, Librarian I.

The activity sought to strengthen collaboration and partnerships with Local Government Units (LGUs) by supporting their efforts to revitalize, re-open, and sustain accessible, responsive, and high-quality Public Libraries (PLs) services. Through these engagements, the initiative aimed to promote greater access to information, learning resources, and knowledge opportunities for communities across the province. With the positive approval of Local Chief Executives (LCEs), the invitation has been successful.

As part of the discussions, the NLP outlined its technical assistance programs for LGUs, including the provision of library resources in various formats, free training and capacity-building activities for library personnel, and follow-up visits to provide continuing guidance and support. These initiatives are designed to enhance local capabilities and help ensure the consistent delivery of quality library and information services. It was also emphasized that the presence of a functional public library is now one of the indicators in the Seal of Good Local Governance (SGLG) under the Governance Area of Sustainable Education.

The NLP extends its heartfelt gratitude to the Office of Senator Loren B. Legarda represented by Ms. Jermae Velasco, Legislative Staff Officer; Office of Congressman Antonio Agapito B. Legarda Jr., represented by Ms. Ma. Ninfa Payne, Political Affairs Officer; Provincial Government of Antique, represented by Ms. Emmylou D. Cruzat, Provincial Librarian/Librarian IV; Municipal Government of Tibiao represented by Ms. April Jea C. Farren, Officer-In-Charge of Senate President Edgardo J. Angara Community Library for providing support and assistance throughout the visit.

22/10/2026

📅🎉 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗳𝘂𝗻-𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗠 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲! 📚✨

November is just around the corner, bringing exciting activities and meaningful celebrations for libraries and information centers across the country! 🇵🇭📖

🗓️ Check out the 𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗠 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 for our flagship events and exciting contests aligned with this year's theme: 𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗡-𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗞 (𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗡 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀: 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲) 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲! 🌏🤝

🏛️ Don't forget to explore the activities happening in your local libraries, schools, offices, and communities. Let's make this November a month of learning, connection, and cultural discovery through libraries! 💛📚

🎊 The countdown is on! Are you ready to celebrate with us?

📩 For further inquiries, visit our LISM microsite at https://web.nlp.gov.ph/lism or email us at [email protected].

20/10/2026

‼ 𝐍𝐋𝐏 𝐢𝐬 𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 ‼

Submit your applications now!
The National Library of the Philippines (NLP) needs the positions listed below:
- 𝗙𝗶𝘃𝗲 (𝟱) 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗜𝗜

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You may submit/upload your application through the 𝗡𝗟𝗣 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺 at https://web.nlp.gov.ph/recruitment and visit our website for more details (https://web.nlp.gov.ph/bulletin-of-vacant-positions/).
The deadline of submission is on 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟱, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲.

𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗜𝗡𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗣𝗟𝗘𝗧𝗘 𝗗𝗢𝗖𝗨𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗦𝗛𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗡𝗢𝗧 𝗕𝗘 𝗔𝗖𝗖𝗘𝗣𝗧𝗘𝗗.
The NLP adopts the equal employment opportunity principle and welcomes applications from everyone regardless of age, s*x, s*xual orientation, gender identity, civil status, disability, religion, ethnicity, and political affiliation.
Hence, everyone is encouraged to submit and apply.

19/10/2026

(NLP) joined the first-ever "𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗸𝘆: 𝗔 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺" at Lorma Colleges, La Union, on October 17, 2026.

Co-organized by the HIRAYA Collective for the Blind and PSSAR, Inc. (Philippine Space Science and Astronomy Research), this milestone event celebrated both World Blindness Awareness Month and World Space Week.

The program gave visually impaired, low-vision, and sighted participants a shared, hands-on experience of astronomy through:
🪐 Tactile Solar System & Constellation Models
📜 Braille & Raised-Line Star Charts
🔊 Sonification Astronomy (converting real space data into sound)
⭐ Filipino Ethnoastronomy Storytelling (featuring Balatik)
🔭 Day & Evening Telescope Viewing Sessions

Ms. Maria Lea I. Vilvar (Head, Library for the Blind Section) and Ms. Amy Felice P. Bucago (Librarian II) represented the NLP Reference Division.

The event gathered 100 participants from government and academic institutions and was graced by Director Elizabeth R. Camara (Basic & Inclusive Education - Lorma Colleges), Dr. Eva Marie Wang (Founder & Lead Convener, HIRAYA Collective for the Blind), and Ms. Kristine Jane Atienza (First Filipino Analog Astronaut & Board Member, HIRAYA Collective for the Blind)

The NLP-LBS team extends its sincere gratitude to the City Government of San Fernando, La Union, through the City Library headed by Mr. Michael C. Nagas, for their invaluable support and assistance throughout the event! 💙✨

19/10/2026

📢✨ 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗡-𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗞 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆! 📚🌏

Celebrate the 36th Library and Information Services Month (LISM) by organizing LIS-related activities in your libraries, schools, offices, or communities! 🏫🏢📖

Host seminars, workshops, storytelling sessions, contests, exhibits, and more to promote cultural exchange, strengthen partnerships, and connect communities through libraries! 🤝🎭✨

📌 Register your activities here:
👉 https://web.nlp.gov.ph/LISM2026Registration

🗓️ Have your events featured in the official LISM 2026 Activity Calendar! 🎉

Together, let's connect knowledge, celebrate cultures, and build partnerships through 𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗡-𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗞 (𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗡 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀: 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲) 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲! 🌏💛

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