Antique Provincial Library & Local Archives

Bringing Smiles and Learning Opportunities to Our IP Communities!

We are immensely grateful to Uswag Ilonggo Partylist for their generous donation of educational toys!

These wonderful learning materials will be distributed to our Indigenous Peoples (IP) children during the upcoming outreach activity organized by the Antique Provincial Library and Local Archives.

Through thoughtful partnerships like this, we continue our mission to nurture young minds, foster literacy, and empower our local cultural communities across Antique.

A heartfelt thank you to Uswag Ilonggo Partylist for supporting education and making a difference in the lives of our children!

"Ang bata nga may nabasahan, may masanag nga buwas-damlag"--

Today we celebrate the powerful role stories play in inspiring young minds, building empathy, preserving our rich culture and heritage.

Books gives our kids wings to explore new world, dream big, and embrace values that stay with them for life. Whether it's classic Filipino fokltales like ang Pag-aaway ng Pagong at Matsing or vibrant local stories written in Kinaray-a, every story opens a doorway to wonder.

Happy 43rd National Children's Book Day from the Antique Provincial Library and Local Archives!

Spreading the Love for Reading!

A heartfelt thank you to Gavi Marielle D. Pulmano, a Grade 6 student of Antique Integrated School, for her generous book donation to the Antique Provincial Library and Local Archives.

Her kindness and initiative are helping build a brighter, more knowledgeable community by sharing the joy of reading with her fellow Antiquenos. Gavi, your gift of stories and knowledge will inspire many young minds for years to come!

Thank you Gavi for investing to our community and making a meaningful difference, one page at a time!

"The more that you read, the more things that you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go!" -- Dr. Seuss.

Celebrating Inclusivity, Stories, and Smiles!

​In celebration of the 48th National Disability Rights Week, the Antique Provincial Library & Local Archives together with the Office of the Vice Governor and the Office of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan, hosted a meaningful and fun-filled day dedicated to our amazing PWD community!

​In partnership with the PSWDO Province of Antique and the PDAO Municipality of San Jose de Buenavista, we welcomed 30 wonderful children with different disabilities, along with their loving parents.

​Highlights of the Day

​Storytelling Sessions
A huge thank you to Gavi Marielle Pulmano, Luis Gabrielle T. Martinez and our very own library staff, Maam Rica B. Obrique for bringing stories to life and putting big smiles on the kids' faces!

​Dedicated Support
We extend our heartfelt thank you to Antique Integrated School for allowing the learners to attend the activity and to their 2 teaching staff who assisted our deaf learners, as well as the inspiring student volunteers from various schools who lent a helping hand throughout the event.

Showcasing of Talents
The room was filled with emotion and applause as two talented PWD performers shared their gift of music with a moving song performance that touched everyone's hearts.

​Treats & Gifts
The day wrapped up with delicious snacks and a joyful gift-giving activity!

Heartfelt Gratitude & Acknowledgments

​This event wouldn't have been possible without the leadership and support of our dedicated Leaders and Partners, A heartfelt Thank You!

*Vice Governor Genevive Lim-Reyes
* SP Dr. Zoilo Bernardo E. Tubianosa, Chairman, Committee on Health, Sanitation and Social Services
*​Mrs. Amie M. Dava, PDAO Head, Municipality of San Jose De Buenavista and the entire hard-working PDAO Staff
*Ms. Carren Panaguiton, Social Welfare Officer V, Provincial Government of Antique, represented by Ms. Diane Domingo and
*Mr. J Turalba Gabin, Secretary to the Sanggunian and all the Division Head of the Office of Sangguniang Panlalawigan
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Special Thanks to Our Sponsors & Supporters
​We are deeply grateful for your generosity and commitment to making a difference:

* Vice Governor Genevive Lim - Reyes
*​Century Pacific Food, Inc.
*Mrs. Grace Magullado
*​Mrs. Evangeline Magrare Palcat
*Argee Velardo
*​Conor V. Pe
*​Luis Gabriel T. Martinez
*​Claire Therese A. Dela Serna
*​Ezrah Scarllette F. Dalisay

​Thank you to everyone who shared their time, resources, and hearts to make this celebration a resounding success. Together, we continue to build an inclusive and compassionate Antique!

Disclaimer: Pictures posted/uploaded are with the permission from the parents and guardians.

ANOTHER BLESSING FOR OUR IP COMMUNITIES!

​We are deeply moved by the continuous outpouring of love and support for our Indigenous Peoples (IP) communities. A huge, heartfelt THANK YOU to Ma'am Anecita Barcelona for her wonderful donation of bags and clothes for both children and adults!

​Your generosity will go a long way in bringing warmth, comfort, and smiles to our IP brothers, sisters, and little ones. Thank you for being an instrument of blessing and for always keeping our communities in your heart.

​May God bless your generous heart a hundredfold, Ma'am Ati! 🙏❤️

BIG THANK YOU!

The Antique Provincial Library & Local Archives wants to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Maam Dors Dela Cruz for the incredibly generous donation!

We just received a wonderful batch of assorted ukay-ukay, clothes for both adults and children, along with bags and caps. These will go a long way in putting smiles on many faces and helping those in need within our community.

Thank you, Maam Dors, for your kindness and big heart! Your generosity is greatly appreciated and will be a huge help to many. May you be blessed tenfold!

KINDNESS IN ACTION!

We are incredibly moved by the generosity of an anonymous donor who dropped off a wonderful blessing today!

​We received a generous donation of canned goods and noodles dedicated to our Indigenous Peoples (IP) community. These supplies will go a long way in supporting the daily needs of our indigenous brothers and sisters. It’s beautiful to see people looking out for one another, even from behind the scenes. Acts of love like this remind us that we are all connected.

​To our anonymous donor: May your generosity return to you a hundredfold! Please know that your kindness will bring warmth, nourishment, and smiles to many families.

"No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted."

BRINGING STORIES AND SMILES TO IPs in BARANGAY IGCALAWAGAN!

​The Antique Provincial Library and Local Archives recently took a trip to Barangay Igcalawagan, Tobias Fornier (Dao) for a heart-warming community outreach activity dedicated to our beloved Indigenous People (IP).

​The core mission of our visit was to follow up on our "Istoryahi ko Nay" program. We wanted to see firsthand how our amazing mothers are implementing these storytelling sessions. We also give storytelling sessions to the children.

​It wasn’t just about stories—it was a full day of care! Thanks to our generous partners, we were able to host a feeding program and a gift-giving activity that brought massive smiles to the kids and families in the community.
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​We are deeply honored by the presence and unwavering support of our provincial leaders who joined us:

​* Vice Governor Genevive Lim-Reyes
* ​SP Gaseva "Baby Gas" Recopuerto

​A heartfelt thank you to Punong Barangay Ronie S. Noble and his active Barangay Kagawads esp. to Kagawad Jocelyn Noble, OIC Barangay Captain, for their incredible assistance, hospitality, and coordination in making this event a success. We couldn't have done it without you!
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​This outreach would not have been possible without the big hearts of our sponsors. Our deepest gratitude to:

* ​Century Pacific Food, Inc.for the canned goods for our IPs
* ​ Ma'am Grace Magullado
* Robinsons Antique
* Rotary Club of Antique
* ​Judge Jojo C. Cruzat for the generous donations of slippers, candies and bread that truly warmed the hearts (and feet!) of the children and their mothers.

We would like to say our thank you also to our Sangguniang Panlalawigan family headed by Boss J Turalba Gabin and all department heads for the support to all of the programs and activities of the Provincial Library.

"Investing in literacy, nutrition, and the future of our IP communities, one barangay at a time."

Sharing Blessings, Strengthening Communities! June 5, 2026

​We are incredibly grateful and overjoyed to facilitate the turnover of 18 boxes of nutritious canned goods from Century Pacific Food, Inc. to our beloved Indigenous Peoples (IP) beneficiaries.in Barangay Latason, Laua- an Antique.

​A huge thank you to Tribal Leader Sir Abel Berto Pedro for his incredible leadership and dedication in helping us reach our IP communities and ensuring these blessings get straight into the hands of the families who need them most.

​Partnerships like this remind us that when we work together, we can nourish both bodies and spirits. Thank you Ma'am Grace Magullado for your support and invaluable assistance to the Antique Provincial Library & Local Archives. And heartfelt thank you to Century Pacific Food, Inc., for your generosity and for always caring for ourcommunities.

Sharing the Joy of Play and Reading

​Growing up around the library as she is the daughter of our Librarian, Miley knows exactly how much magic a good book and a fun toy can bring. Because of her generosity, the library's children's corner just got a lot more exciting!

​"Why keep it to yourself when you can share it and make other kids happy?"

Miley decided to pack up her own beloved toys and books and donate them directly to the library! Instead of just keeping them tucked away at home, she wanted to share her favorite things so that other children in the community could enjoy them just as much as she did.

​Thank you, Miley Jadah, for being such an inspiring role model for kids and adults alike! Your generous heart is going to bring so many smiles to the children who visit us.