Cebu City Public Library

Last updated
Cebu City Public Library and Information Center
CCPL logo.jpeg
Cebu City Public Library
10°18′43.3″N123°53′31.31″E / 10.312028°N 123.8920306°E / 10.312028; 123.8920306
Location Philippines
Established1919
Reference to legal mandateAct No. 96 of the Philippine Commission (passed March 5, 1901)
Branchesnone
Collection
Items collected books, journals, newspapers, magazines, databases, maps, atlases
Criteria for collectionFilipino literary and scholarly works (Filipiniana)
Access and use
Circulationlibrary does not publicly circulate

Cebu City Public Library and Information Center traces its roots from the Cebu Branch Library of the Philippine Library and Museum, now the National Library of the Philippines. It was organized and opened to the public on April 13, 1919, by Mr. Guillermo Restun, the Chief Librarian from the Ilo-ilo Branch. The province of Cebu took charge of the initial collection and other maintenance and operating expenses. Since its establishment, the public library has been housed in many different buildings until in 1938 an edifice was inaugurated for the library. The Rizal Memorial Library and Museum Building became its permanent home. This entire three story building served as a fount of knowledge among education-conscious Cebuanos.

Contents

When the Second World War broke out, the library was closed. The building was utilized as headquarters by the Japanese Army, and books were either dumped, ruined or stolen. In 1953, the institution was reopened due to public clamor. The Cebu City Government appropriated a budget for the library collection and other operating expenses.

Close for Good

In December 2008, an announcement was made by Cebu City Acting Mayor Mike Rama that Cebu City's Rizal Memorial Library would be closed for good. Pressure from Friends of the Cebu City Public Library, with the help of media exposure, led to the welcome news that the building would be renovated for three to six months and the library restored. The renovation, however, has still not been completed, even though a report indicated that "Acting" Mayor Michael Rama wanted the library fully renovated before the end of the year.

Operations and facilities

The Cebu City Public Library and Information Center has started its 24-hour operations on March 9, 2018, upon the directive of Mayor Tomas Osmeña, it is the country's first public library that will be open for 24 hours. [1]

Carrier-grade Smart Wifi is now available to students, researchers and other visitors of the Cebu City Public Library and Information Center. [2]

In comparing the data of the number of visitors in the year 2017 and 2018, there had been an increase from 26,000 to 103,000 or 296%. [3]

The Library is also attributed to the success of students. [4]

Related Research Articles

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Dumaguete</span> Capital of Negros Oriental, Philippines

Dumaguete, officially the City of Dumaguete, is a 2nd class component city and the capital of the province of Negros Oriental, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 134,103 people. It is the most populous city, and the smallest city by land area, in Negros Oriental.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Bien Unido</span> Municipality in Bohol, Philippines

Bien Unido, officially the Municipality of Bien Unido, is a 4th class municipality in the province of Bohol, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 26,666 people.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Rizal Memorial Sports Complex</span> Sports complex in Manila, Philippines

The Rizal Memorial Sports Complex is a national sports complex of the Philippines, located on Pablo Ocampo St., Malate, Manila. It is named in honor of the country's national hero, José Rizal (1861–1896). The complex is currently managed by the Philippine Sports Commission, while the property is owned by the Manila City government. The complex also houses the administrative office of the PSC, and quarters for the Philippine national athletes.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Marikina Sports Center</span> Sports venue in Marikina, Philippines

The Marikina Sports Center, also known as Marikina Sports Park and formerly known as Rodriguez Sports Center, is a sports complex located in Marikina, at the corner of Shoe Avenue and Sumulong Highway in Metro Manila, Philippines.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Tomas Osmeña</span> Filipino politician

Tomas dela Rama Osmeña, known as Tommy Osmeña, is a Filipino politician who served as the Mayor of Cebu City thrice: first from 1987 to 1995, again from 2001 to 2010, and lastly from 2016 to 2019. He also served as Congressman representing the second district of Cebu City from 2010 to 2013. He is a grandson of former Philippine President Sergio Osmeña.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Mike Rama</span> Filipino politician

Michael Lopez Rama is a Filipino politician serving as Mayor of Cebu City since 2021, a position he previously held from 2010 to 2016. He served as the Vice Mayor of Cebu City from 2001 to 2010 and from 2019 to 2021, and was a member of the Cebu City Council from 1992 to 2001. He was elected the National President of the League of Cities of the Philippines in 2022.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Rizal Memorial Coliseum</span> Philippine indoor arena in Manila

The Rizal Memorial Coliseum is an indoor arena in the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex in Manila, Philippines. It can hold up to 6,100 people.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Iloilo City Proper</span> District of Iloilo City, Philippines

Iloilo City Proper is a district in Iloilo City, in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines. It holds great historical significance as the birthplace of modern-day Iloilo City and serves as a civic center, hosting the city and provincial government offices, as well as various local, provincial, and regional government establishments. The district also serves as the primary hub for financial institutions, with banks and other firms dispersed throughout its streets.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Telephone numbers in the Philippines</span>

Telephone numbers in the Philippines follow an open telephone numbering plan and an open dial plan. Both plans are regulated by the National Telecommunications Commission, an attached agency under the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT).

<span class="mw-page-title-main">La Consolacion College Bacolod</span> Private college in Negros Occidental, Philippines

La Consolacion College Bacolod, also referred to by its acronym LCCB or simply LCC, is a private, Catholic, co-educational basic and higher education institution administered by the Augustinian Sisters of Our Lady of Consolation (ASOLC) in Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Cebu Bus Rapid Transit System</span>

The Cebu Bus Rapid Transit System is a mass transit system under construction in Cebu City, Philippines. It is expected to become the first operational bus rapid transit project in the Philippines. Only one line has been planned in detail so far, but scheme developers note the potential to develop a larger network comprising the adjacent cities of Lapu-Lapu, Mandaue, and Talisay, all of which, together with Cebu City, form part of the Cebu metropolitan area.

Vicente Hermosa Garces, also known as Vicente Garces and Nyor Inting, was a Filipino Visayan politician, writer, and poet. His famous written works in Cebuano were published in Visayan newspaper, Bag-ong Kusog. He also served as mayor in the then municipality of Talisay, Cebu, Philippines from 1925 to 1937.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Vicente Rama</span> Filipino legislator, publisher, and writer from Cebu, Philippines

Vicente Rama was a Filipino Visayan legislator, publisher, and writer from Cebu, Philippines. Recognized as the Father of Cebu City, he authored the bill for its cityhood which was approved into law by October 20, 1936. He also founded the leading pre-war Cebuano periodical, Bag-ong Kusog.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Rizal Memorial Library and Museum</span> Pre-World War II, neoclassical heritage site in Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines

Rizal Memorial Library and Museum is a three-story, pre-war, neoclassical heritage site and landmark in Cebu City, Philippines. Dedicated to the national hero, Jose P. Rizal, it was designed by Filipino architect Juan M. Arellano, who also designed the Cebu Provincial Capitol building. Inaugurated in 1939, the building survived World War II. It is located along Osmeña Boulevard and houses the offices of Cebu City Tourism, the Cultural and Historical Affairs Commission, the Sinulog Hall on the third floor, the Cebu City Museum of Visual Arts on the second floor, and the Cebu City Public Library on the ground floor.

Florentino D. Tecson was a Filipino Visayan lawyer, politician, editor, writer, and labor leader from Cebu, Philippines. He edited pre-war Cebuano periodicals such as Bag-ong Kusog and published his own newspaper, Ang Mamumuo, and a book of fiction, Lingawon Ko Ikaw. A known labor leader, he was the president of Federacion Obrero de Filipinas. He served as councilor of Naga and Cebu City and was appointed as Vice Mayor of Cebu City (1954–1955).

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Cebu City Council</span> Legislative body of Cebu City, Philippines

The Cebu City Council is the legislature of Cebu City, Philippines. The legislative body is composed of 18 councilors, with 16 councilors elected from Cebu City's two councilor districts and two elected from the ranks of barangay (neighborhood) chairmen and the Sangguniang Kabataan. The council's presiding officer is the vice-mayor. The council is responsible for creating laws and ordinances under the jurisdiction of Cebu City. Although the mayor can veto proposed bills, the council can override the veto with a two-thirds supermajority.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">2019 Cebu City local elections</span> Election in Cebu City, Philippines on 2019

Local elections were held in Cebu City on May 13, 2019 within the Philippine general election. Registered voters of the city elected candidates for the following elective local posts: mayor, vice mayor, district representative, and eight councilors at-large for each district. There are two legislative districts in the city.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Edgardo Labella</span> Filipino politician and lawyer (1951–2021)

Edgardo Colina Labella was a Filipino politician and lawyer who served as the mayor of Cebu City from 2019 until his death in 2021. Prior to becoming mayor, he was the city's vice mayor from 2013 to 2019 and was a member of the Cebu City Council from 1998 to 2001 and again from 2004 to 2013.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Cebu City Hall</span> City Government building in Cebu City, Philippines

The Cebu City Hall is the official seat of government of the City of Cebu, located in Barangay Santo Niño, Cebu City, Philippines. Composed of two buildings namely the Executive Building and the Legislative Building, it is where the Mayor of Cebu City holds office and houses the Cebu City Council. It also hosts several offices under the Cebu City Government.

References

  1. ↑ Tariman, Jun (March 7, 2018). "Ph's First 24-Hour Public Library to Open in Cebu City". CNN Philippines. Archived from the original on 2019-02-15. Retrieved 2019-10-18.
  2. ↑ "Smart Wifi Now at the Cebu City Public Library". Smart. April 5, 2018. Archived from the original on 2018-05-09. Retrieved 2018-05-09.
  3. ↑ Macasero, Ryan (January 1, 2019). "Cebu City Public Library Visitors up 296% After Opening 24/7". Philstar.com. Archived from the original on 2019-02-04. Retrieved 2019-02-04.
  4. ↑ Lato-Ruffolo, Cris Evert (February 2, 2019). "Cebu City's Rizal Library: A Breeding Ground for Exam Topnotchers Like Justine Lei Ramos". Cebu Daily News. Archived from the original on 2019-02-04. Retrieved 2019-02-04.
This page is based on this Wikipedia article
Text is available under the CC BY-SA 4.0 license; additional terms may apply.
Images, videos and audio are available under their respective licenses.