CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY OF CALAPAN

MANDATE

The City Public Library of Calapan is the repository of local history collections and different information sources that support the diverse needs of the Calapeños.

VISION

To be the most efficient and effective information center in the City of Calapan, equipped with the capability to uplift the intellectual, technical, social, and moral estates of Calapeños through institutionalized value systems.

MISSION

The City Library: a technologically competitive haven of wisdom in the City of Calapan, serving the people with utmost concern for intellectual welfare.

 

INTRODUCTION

The City Library was established in March 2002, coinciding with the celebration of Calapan’s 4th founding Anniversary as a city. Its primary objective was to provide sustainable learning and development to the Calapeños.

In 2022, the City Council passed Resolution No. 100, series of 2022, which institutionalizes the establishment of the City Public Library of Calapan as a division under the office of the City Mayor.

As a staunch advocate of literacy for sustainable learning and development, the City Library consistently implements a broad spectrum of programs, projects, and activities that directly benefit the Calapeño community.

Services

  • Reader Services

The Reader’s Services facilitate effective, efficient, and convenient access to and retrieval of library materials, providing both circulation and periodical services.

  • E-Library Services

E-library services provide access to digital materials like books, journals, and databases.

  • Library Tours/ Visit & Benchmarking

This service provides access to library resources for individuals who wish to learn and visit the facility. Requests must be submitted to the office at least three (3) days in advance to ensure schedule availability.

  • Development and Support to Affiliated Barangay Reading Centers

This service supports the improvement of barangay reading centers by enhancing their operations and resource management. It includes initial and continuous

staff training, guidance on effective library management, and technical assistance with organizing and maintaining library collections.

  • Library Extension Service
  1. This service is solely designated for the conduct of review sessions for the Librarians Licensure Examination (LLE), intended specifically for Bachelor of Library and Information Science (BLIS) students of the City College of Calapan. 
  2. The City Public Library is not only a place for learning but also a training hub for future librarians. Through the Student Internship Program, graduating BLIS students from the City College of Calapan gain valuable hands-on experience in library work. 

Library Advocacy Programs (LibVoc Program)

  1. Summer Workshops for Children

The City Public Library of Calapan (CPLC) has been instrumental in promoting literacy and creativity among children in Calapan City through its annual Arts and Crafts Workshop and Basic Reading Enhancement Programs. These initiatives aim to provide children, especially those in underserved barangays, with opportunities to develop their reading skills and artistic talents during school breaks. The programs typically feature a combination of arts and crafts activities—such as bead and accessory making, fabric heat press, and painting—and reading enhancement sessions that focus on comprehension, spelling, and vocabulary development. Through collaborating with local barangay officials and community leaders, the CPLC ensures that these programs foster a love for reading and self-expression among the youth. Through these initiatives, the CPLC reaffirms its role as a dynamic center for learning and creativity in Calapan City.

  1. Library on Wheels

The Library on Wheels program is designed to promote literacy and nurture a lifelong culture of reading among young people in the barangay. Through the provision of mobile access to diverse books and educational resources, the program upholds equal learning opportunities for all, irrespective of geographic or socioeconomic conditions. It aims to address disparities in resource availability, cultivate intellectual curiosity, and advance the academic development of the youth in Calapan.

  1. Book Donation Drive

With continuous support and positive reinforcement to the community, the quality of educational services provided will be further strengthened. It helps bridge access disparities and foster inclusive learning environments within the City of Calapan.

 

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Library Service Hours

Monday – Saturday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Closed- Holiday

City Library Building, Bonifacio Drive, Ibaba East Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro 5200

Telephone: (043) 288-7162

Gmail Account: calapancitylibrary2002@gmail.com

Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/CityPublicLibraryofCalapan/