Cebu City Public Library

The Cebu City Public Library mourns the passing of Mr. Reynaldo M. Chua.

Sir Rey devoted 40 years of dedicated service to the library, leaving behind a legacy of commitment, humility, and public service that touched generations of readers, researchers, and library patrons. His invaluable contributions and unwavering dedication will always be remembered with gratitude and respect.

We are very grateful for the overwhelming response to our FREE Introductory Japanese Class! 🇯🇵✨

Due to limited space and the required teacher-student ratio, registration for the May 23–24, 2026 batch is now CLOSED.

But good news! We are opening a NEW batch on May 30–31, 2026.

We will continue to accommodate additional batches as soon as the current batch is filled.

📍 Visit the Cebu City Public Library to register.
Thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm for learning Japanese language and culture!

🇯🇵 2-DAY INTRODUCTORY JAPANESE CLASS BATCH 1 🇯🇵
at the Cebu City Public Library

Interested in learning the basics of the Japanese language and culture?
Join our FREE 2-Day Introductory Japanese Class and learn essential greetings, common expressions, basic writing, and cultural insights.

✨ Perfect for:
• Beginners
• Students
• Anime & J-culture enthusiasts
• Aspiring travelers and workers in Japan

📚 Topics Include:
• Basic Japanese Greetings
• Hiragana Introduction
• Everyday Expressions
• Japanese Culture & Etiquette

📍 Venue: Cebu City Public Library
📅 May 23–24, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

🎌 Limited slots only!
📌 No online registration. Please visit the Library to register.

Start your Japanese language journey with us!

The Cebu City Public Library is hosting Silent Book Club Cebu City’s first meet-up.

Join us on May 15, from 5–7 PM, for a relaxed evening of quiet reading — no pressure, just good books and good company.

Bring your own book (all formats are welcome).

🌸 Flowers of May at the Cebu City Public Library 🌸

In celebration of the vibrant and colorful Flowers of May, the staff of the Cebu City Public Library will be wearing floral prints every Friday this May — bringing blossoms, joy, and a refreshing atmosphere to our beloved public space. 🌺📚

We also encourage our valued library clients and visitors to join the celebration by wearing their favorite floral attire every Friday. Let us fill the library with colors, smiles, and the beauty of community while enjoying learning, reading, and discovery together.

See you in bloom at the library! 🌼✨

As Asian leaders gather in Cebu to discuss the future of nations, future leaders are quietly building their own dreams inside the country’s first and only 24/7 public library.

While diplomats meet in conference halls, students, reviewees, and lifelong learners continue studying day and night—proving that education remains one of the strongest foundations of progress and nation-building.

Good news, readers!

Even with the special non-working days (𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐍𝐎. 𝟏𝟐𝟑𝟖, 𝐬. 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔) from May 6–8, 2026, the Cebu City Public Library is STILL OPEN 24/7!

Whether you’re studying, researching, or just looking for a quiet space—we’ve got you covered anytime.

Visit us anytime. We’re always here for you!

A meaningful step toward healing and hope. 📚💙

The Cebu City Public Library proudly extends its support to Safehaven Recovery Village through a book donation aimed at nurturing minds and uplifting spirits. These books are more than just pages—they are companions in recovery, sources of strength, and pathways to new beginnings.

May each story inspire, each word comfort, and each page bring our brothers and sisters closer to healing and wholeness.

𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗯𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘆𝗼𝘂!

From the men and women behind the Cebu City Public Library—proudly the country’s first and only 24/7 public library—we send our warmest greetings to all our valued clients.

Like the Force, knowledge is always present—quiet yet powerful—guiding those who seek it. Your dedication to learning, discovery, and growth continues to inspire us each day and night. Whether you are reviewing for exams, exploring new ideas, or simply finding refuge in the pages of a book, know that we are here with you—every hour, every step of the way.

On this special day, we also renew our commitment to you. We promise to continually find better ways to serve you—by improving our services, expanding our resources, and creating a more welcoming and supportive space for every learner who walks through our doors.

May you find clarity like a Jedi, curiosity like a young Padawan, and wisdom in every story you encounter.

𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲—𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴—𝗮𝗹𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗯𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘆𝗼𝘂.

A 24/7 public library may sound like a luxury. It is not. It is a public good, a quiet form of social justice, and for many people it can mean the difference between drifting and flourishing.


READ: https://mb.com.ph/2026/05/01/why-public-libraries-should-never-sleep

PUBLIC ADVISORY

Please be informed that the Cebu City Public Library will be CLOSED on May 1, 2026 (Labor Day) in observance of the holiday.

Library services will RESUME on May 2, 2026 (Saturday) at 8:00 AM.

Thank you for being so understanding. See you at the library!