CHRONICLE 2009

December 11 Effective Communication Skills for the Front liners Sponsor: Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP) Library Committee
Venue: 8:00a.m. -11:00 a.m. at Don Bosco Technical College, Gen. Kalentong St., Mandaluyong City.
Fee is P300.00 for snacks and certificate and P200 for MLIS students.
Contact Persons:

Ms. Elsa Gerardo – La Consolacion College – 736-0235 loc 165 ; CP # 09195283965
Ms. Jo Combalicer – Sta. Catalina College - 734-68-17 ; CP # 09272189598
Ms. Rosette Nuera – College of the Holy Spirit -735-6021 loc 210; CP# 09107292297
Ms. Mercedita Ragudo – Dominican College – 724-5406; CP # 09155482192
Ms. Tina Avila – Don Bosco Technical College – 532-8520 ; CP# 09189435949

December 8 “Creating Trends, Making Waves & Breaking Stereotypes” Sponsor: The University of Santo Tomas Library Science Alumni Association (USTLSAA) Venue: 1:00 P.M.-5:00 P.M., Jose Rizal University - Audio Visual Room, 80 Shaw Blvd. , Mandaluyong City
Fees: P200, librarians & professionals and P100 for college students. The forum fee is inclusive of snacks and certificates. Membership fee worth P100 will also be collected.
Contact Persons: Ms. Manilyn Miranda (manilyn_miranda@ yahoo.com) / 0927-3759172, Mrs. Rochelle Inoncillo-Mendez (Rochelle_Inoncillo- Mendez@abs- cbn.com) / 0917-8014941 and Ms. Editha Agena (edith.agena@ jru.edu) / 0917-8154727.

December 7 "Access and Ownership Issues of Electronic Resources in the Library"
Sponsor: Central Luzon Library Association (CLLA) in partnership with Holy Angel University -Library Department and GE Logic is conducting
Venue: Angustias Sicangco Hall, STL Building, Holy Angel University, Angeles City.
Registration fee is P500.00 only for professionals and P200.00 for students.
Contact Persons: MRS. NIMFA T. MANIAGO, Director of Libraries, Holy Angel University
Tel # (045) 888 8691 loc. 1453 /09175595357, Email: nmaniaoo@hau. edu.ph / nimfamaniago@ yahoo.com

December 5 "Handling Difficult Library Customers”
Sponsor: The PNU-LISAA, Inc., A Caring Alumni Group,
Venue: Philippine Normal University, Taft Avenue, Manila from 9:00 A.M. to 2:00 PM.
and General Assembly afterwards.
Forum fee is five-hundred pesos (Php500.00) inclusive of the membership fee (2010), lunch and certificate of participation. The forum is free for those alumni who settled the membership dues for 2009.
For further inquiries, you may contact: Jo Ladlad, jocelyn. ladladj@dlsu.edu.ph Evelyn P. Nabus, lynnabus_gov@yahoo.com; and Marites K. Chavez, mkchavez5@yahoo.com.

December 1-3 Managing Electronic Records and Workshop on Disasters – The Morning After : Recovery of Office Records, Library and Archival Materials Sponsor: The Society of Filipino Archivists (SFA)
Venue: University Hotel, University of the Philippines Diliman, Quezon City
Fee is P3,600.00 per participant, inclusive of registration fee, meals, instructional materials, kit, cost of workshop supplies and other administrative expenses. An amount of P100.00 is added to the registration fee if paid in check issued outside Metro Manila.
Contact Persons: Emma M. Rey Cel No. : 09178534609 Email : emmamrey@yahoo.com
Ma. Teresa S. Bondoc Tel No. : (02) 5526856 Fax No. : (02) 5526764
Cel. No : 09175660120 Email : dirbondoc@yahoo.com
Candida G. Sarmiento Tel No. : (02) 931-83-80 loc. 432 Cel. No. : 09194171205
Email : aidagsarmiento@yahoo.com

November 27-28-29 2nd Best Time of the Year on Holidays: Sagada Travel, Librarians and Book Donations

Fee: 2,900 pesos is inclusive of transportation, 500-peso room reservation fee, accomod with blankets, tourism fee, tour packages, 2 guides for 10 persons and group tips, lamp for caving, van for tour, Bontoc transpo, museum fee, registration fee, except food

Contact: Roderick B. Ramos @ 09187318010 or 2519034 @ 7pm

If backing out on or after Nov. 13, room reservation fee becomes un-refundable due to accommodation, and other travel pre-processing needs. A slot is given right after paying the room reservation fee. Register early not to miss a slot.

November 26 “Library @ its Best: Marketing/Promotion that Works”

Sponsor: The Mendiola Consortium Committee on Libraries
Venue: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the Pamanang Bedista, San Beda College, Mendiola, Manila.
Fee: Two Hundred Pesos (P 200.00) to cover certificates and snacks.
Contact persons:
SBC Fr. Paul de Vera, O.S.B./ Mrs. Lourdes d. C. Roman
– 735-60-11 ext. 6135
CEU Dr. Teresita G. Hernandez/ Ms. Victoria P. Baleva – 735-94-06
CHS Mrs. Rosette E. Nuera – 735-60-21 ext. 210
LCC Mrs. Elsa V. Gerardo – 736-02-35 ext. 165

November 25-27 The Promotion of Environmental Sustainability Through Libraries and Information CentersSponsor: Philippine Librarians Association, Inc. (PLAI)/NCCA/NCLIS
Venue: The Heritage Hotel Manila, EDSA, Pasay City
Congress Registration Fee: P3,600.00 inclusive of kit, conference papers (CD format) meals (3 AM / PM snacks / 3 lunches), certificate of attendance / participation, and Fellowship (Librarians Day) Luncheon Ticket
Contact Details:
1. Lily F. Echiverri, 929-2180; 920-5514 loc. 301, email: lily.echiverri@ gmail.com
2. Marilou P. Tadlip, 0905-294-1365, email: direklib@yahoo. com
3. Nora J. Claravall, 09278417048, email: nora04claravall@ yahoo.com
4. Marlo C. Chavez, 09273027474, email: marlochavez_ capricorn@ yahoo.com
5. Aster B. Gerolaga, 525-9401, 09283419962, email: aster.gerolaga@ yahoo.com. ph

November 24 Disaster Management in Libraries: Response and Recovery Operations for Water-related Damages Sponsor: Philippine Association of Academic and Research Librarians
Venue: National Library of the Philippines Auditorium, T.M. Kalaw St., Manila from 1:00 – 5:00pm.
Fee: FREE to all active members of PAARL while P250.00 will be charged to non-members.
Contact Persons: Christopher C. Paras, Vice-President/Chair, Conference Committee
Elvira B. Lapuz, President

November 23 “ Disaster Management: Preservation of Information Resources”
Sponsor: The Association of Special Libraries of the Philippines
Venue: NEDA Sa Pasig, DIOC Room, J. Escriva Drive, Pasig City.
Seminar fee of Php 1,000 includes 1 lunch, 2 snacks, and supplies. Certificates will be given after the activity.
Contact Persons:
Edita M.Dumo (NEDA) Tel. No. 631-3757 Fax: 631-3282
Wilhelmina D.P. Lopez Tel. No. 890-4660 Telefax 890-4721
Andrea A. Canlas Tel. No. 996-4541/631-0921 loc. 134; 168
Ma. Luisa Madlangbayan Tel. No. 734-3971 loc. 115
Edeliza C. Gallo Tel. No. 924-2413


Nov. 18-19 Basic Cataloging for Teacher-Librarians
Sponsor: The Rizal Technological University Library and Human Resource Development Center
Venue: Rizal Technological University Training Hall A , Boni Avenue, Mandaluyong City from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Fee is Php 2,500.00, inclusive of kit, lunches, snacks, certificates, and handouts in CD.
Contact Persons: Ms.Lesil Lorete M. Tindoc, eagle_llmt@yahoo. com, Mrs. Ann Therese Llagas, atlc02@yahoo. com and Dr. Angelina P. Resurreccion, angelina_resurrecci on@yahoo. com or contact us at telephone no. 534-8267 loc.129.

November 11-13 "The Power of Convergence: Technology and Connectivity in the 21st Century Library & Information Services”

Sponsor: Philippine Association of Academic/Research Librarians Inc. (PAARL)
Venue: St. Paul College- Pasig, St. Paul Road, Brgy. Ugong, Pasig City.
Fee of P4,000 will be charged to LIVE-IN participants inclusive of 3days/2nights accommodation, seminar meals and snacks, seminar kits, handouts, and certificates. Likewise, P3,000 will be charged to LIVE-OUT participants inclusive of all privileges mentioned above except for accommodation.
Application for CHED and DepEd endorsements and CPE credit units are currently in progress.
Contact Persons: Christopher Paras, onference Chair/Vice President; Elvira Lapuz, President

October 26-28 Theological Library and Archives Management in a Changing Environment: 16th PTLA Conference
Sponsor: The Philippine Theological Librarians Association (PTLA) in partnership with the Foundation for Theological Education in South East Asia (FTE-SEA)
Venue: Angels' Hills Retreat and Formation Center, Arnoldus Road, Tagaytay City
FEES: Php 3,850.00 - Guest Unit for 2 persons (3 days), with private bathroom, 9 meals inclusive of 2 snacks/day, seminar kit, certificate of participation;
Php 3,250.00 – Dorm for (3 days), common bathroom, 9 meals inclusive of 2 snacks/day, seminar kit, certificate of participation; Php 2,500 – for participants not staying at PBTS , inclusive of 9 meals, 2 snacks
Contact: Elizabeth T. Pulanco, Librarian, PBTS, tel# (074) 445-7490; 445-5968;
Mobile phone #09183398802 email: bethtpulanco@gmail.com

Cris Bustamante, Head Librarian, IGSL formerly (ISOT-Asia)
Tel. # 454-45-50 loc 500 Fax 4544552; Mobile phone # 09165722678;
Email: cbustamante@glg-http://www.facebook.com/l/;igsl.org

Rhona Bautista, Head Librarian, Union Church of Manila
Tel # 8126062 local 219 Mobile phone# 0917-449-3067.
E-mail: rbautista@unionchurch.ph or library@unionchurch.ph

Raquel Cruz, Adm. Librarian, Biblical Seminary of the Phils.
Tel # (632) 2926795, 2926798 Fax # (632) 2926675 ; Mobile phone # 09209079577; Email: loiyai_el@yahoo.com ; rdcruz@bsop.ph

October 22-23 Library Skills Training and Personality Enhancement for Paraprofessional Staff

Sponsor: ABC-RST InfoSpecialist Co.
Venue: C & E Logic, Victoria I Building, 1670 Quezon Avenue, South Triangle, Quezon City, Metro Manila
Contact details: Tina/Evelyn c/o 929-2180, 920-5514 loc. 308/302; Tine/Ginaline c/o 525-1748 or 525-3196; ANTONIO M. SANTOS, antonio.santos@up.edu.ph @ 0917-8604321; 929-2180 or 920-5514 loc. 300/308

October 20-21 Basic Cataloging for Teacher-Librarians
Sponsor: The Rizal Technological University Library and Human Resource Development Center
Venue: Rizal Technological University Training Hall A , Boni Avenue, Mandaluyong City from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Fee: Php 2,500.00, inclusive of kit, lunches, snacks, certificates, and handouts in CD
Contact Details: Ms.Lesil Lorete M. Tindoc, eagle_llmt@yahoo.com, Mrs. Ann Therese Llagas, atlc02@yahoo.com and Dr. Angelina P. Resurreccion, angelina_resurreccion@yahoo.com or contact us at telephone no. 534-8267 loc.129.

October 14-16 “Website Design for Library and Information Professionals: an Introductory Course”
Sponsor: The Central Luzon Regions Librarians Council (PLAI) in cooperation with the Holy Angel University
Venue: 3rd floor University Library, Holy Angel University, Angeles City
Registration fee: P4,000.00 to cover the cost for the resource speakers’ fees, hands-on training, certificate of participation/ appearance, handouts and food (6 snacks and 3 lunches).
CPE: The council will apply for 20 CPE credit units for this activity.
Endorsement from the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and Department of Education (DepEd) will be sought.
Contact: Ms. Africa R. Castillo & Ms. Virginia C. Ramos
Email: rica@auf.edu.ph; guillervirgie@ yahoo.com; africa249@yahoo.com
Tel.: (044) 600-1028 loc 140; Tel.: (045) 625-2888 loc 720
Ms. Alicia C. Esguerra, Bulacan State University, Malolos, Bulacan
Tel.: 09156996182; Email: kaces@asia.com; kaces08@gmail. com

October 9 Information Analysis through Abstracting and Indexing of Microdocuments in the Library

Sponsor: MUNPARLAS Library Association
Time/Venue: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Olivarez College Parañaque City
Fee: P 750.00 covers the speakers' honoraria,handouts, certificate of participation, snacks and lunch.
Contact: Ms. Marivic Selencio, San Beda College Alabang at 8091793 local. 229 or to Mrs. Cecilia Guevarra at 8714882; MR. JORGE ERWIN A. RADA

October 7-9 "Meeting the Challenges of Librarianship Across Barriers"

Sponsor: The Philippine Librarians Association Inc. - Southern Tagalog Region Librarians Council (PLAI-STRLC)
Venue: Eastern Manila Hotel & Training Center (formerly Las Brisas Hotel & Conference Center)Ortigas Ave. Extension, Antipolo City, Rizal)
Fees: Live-OUT: Php 2,700 - to include meals, conference kits and certificate
Live - IN: Php 3,300 - to include accommodation, meals, conference kits and certificate; Accompanying person: Php 2,400 - to include accommodation and meals
Contact: Audrey G. Anday 049) 536-5998; audreyanday@yahoo.com Gloria Melendres (02) 660-9665 to 68 loc 128, 134-135 gloria_melendres@yahoo.com Loida J. Cordoba (02) 658-87-65 / 660-47-62 loc. 125 Rosario Villamater (043) 3731542; villamaterrose@yahoo.com or any of the STRLC Provincial Chapter Representatives

October 7-9 Disaster Management in Libraries and Information Centers: Seminar/Workshop

Sponsor: Aquinas University Library in collaboration with the AQ Center for Continuing Education & the National Commission for Culture & the Arts (NCCA) through its National Committee on Libraries & Information Services (NCLIS)
Venue: Daragang Magayon Hall.
Registration Fee: Two Thousand Five Hundred pesos (P2,500.)
Contact: 09153737428 or log on to: http://www.aq.edu.ph
Rosemarie E. Ante, Conference Chair
Jane L. Bebeng, MLIS, Chief Librarian
Rev. Fr. Ramonclaro G. Mendez, OP, Rector-President

October 1-2 Seminar-workshop “LIBRARY PLUS on WEB-BASED READER SERVICES”
Sponsor: PNU-LISAA, Inc.
Venue: Conference Room Ortigas Foundation Library, Ortigas, Mandaluyong City
Seminar topics are: Reader services across all library types; online/ web-based reader services; upgrading reader services librarians’ job description and work nature; and online multilevel marketing /networking of reader services with speakers namely Ms. Lourdes T. David (Library Director, Ateneo de Manila University) Ms. Marian S. Ramos (College Librarian, UP-Diliman) and Ms. Elvira B. Lapuz (2009 PAARL President/Lecturer/ UP-Diliman College Librarian).
Fee of two thousand five hundred pesos (Php 2,500.00) which will cover seminar kits, handouts, certificate of participation, certificate of appearance, snacks and lunches.
Contact: ramospnulisaa@ yahoo.com , jocelyn.ladlad@ dlsu.edu. ph: and mkchavez5@yahoo. com

September 25 IFLA-FAIFE Internet Manifesto Trainers Workshop Project in the Philippines 2009
Sponsor: The Librarians Association of Batangas (LAB)
Venue: Learning Resource Center of University of Batangas, Hilltop Road, Batangas City
Seminar fee: Php300.00 per participant for certificates, hand outs and meals for the day
Contact Persons: Eileen D. Magadia, mobile # 09282564441, eileenmagadia@ yahoo.com ; Rosita V. Masangkay mobile # 09194606603, yvette_lib@yahoo. com ; Neneth Silang mobile # 09174981993, nethsilang@yahoo. com ; Alex Lunar mobile # 09228561476, ahlekski@yahoo.com

September 24 Looking at Ourselves: Philippine Librarianship in an Age of Uncertainty
Venue: Jose Rizal University Auditorium 80 Shaw Blvd. Mandaluyong City
Forum Fee: Php 200.00 to include snacks and certificate
Speakers: Dr. Allan De Belen DeGuzman, UST Graduate School Faculty and Researcher and Mr. R. Dante O. Perez, PRO, PFLSI

September 22-24 Seminar-workshop:“Empowering Library Users Through Readers Services”
Sponsor: Philippine Public Librarians League Inc., (PPLLI)
Venue: City Travel Hotel Kisad Road, Baguio City.
Contact: Evelyn P. Nabus at lynnabus_gov@yahoo.com, or text 09214829806 . Analisa Puno at gem112262@yahoo.com, or text 09065710301 and Fe Requilman ferequilman@yahoo.com.ph.

September 20 Service: Learning Techniques in Projecting Good Image of the Library or Office

Sponsor: Ortigas Center Library Consortium (OCLC) Inc./Rizal Technological
Time: 9:00¡V11:00 a.m
Venue: SMX Convention Center (MOA)
Fee: Non-members will be charged P200, members P150, and college students P 100.00.
Contact Persons: Ms. Lesil Lorete M. Tindoc and Dr. Angelina P. Resurreccion at telephone no. 534-8267 loc.129, or email us at: angelina_resurrecci on@yahoo. com and eagle_llmt@yahoo. com.

September 18 The Power of Etiquette and Being Happy in Library and Information Services: Forum

Sponsor: Philippine Librarians Association Inc.- National Capital Region Council (PLAI-NCR)
Time 8:00 A.M. – 12:00 Noon; Venue: SMX Convention Center (MOA)
Resource Speakers: Ms. Valerie Tapalla and Dr. Andrew Matthew
Forum Fee, Inclusive of snacks and certificates: Php 75.00 for students; Php 100.00 for members; Php 150.00 for non-members
Contact: Lily Echiverri, lily.echiverri@ gmail.com, 9292180; 9205514 loc. 301; Jo Ladlad, jocelyn.ladlad@ dlsu.edu. ph, 5244611-21 loc. 602/265; Fe Abelardo, feabelardo@yahoo. com, 5250926; Nora Claravall, nora04claravall@ yahoo.com, 09278417048,

September 17 (MIBF)Public Forum: Digital Debates on Archives, Museums and Libraries
Venue: SMX Convention Center, MOA, Pasay City, (8:00am – 12:00noon)
Sponsor: PAARL, Inc.

September 9-10 “Basics and Beyond Librarianship: Towards a Compleat Librarian.” Sponsor: Holy Angel University - Library Department in cooperation with C & E Publishing
Resource speakers: Dr. Juan C. Buenrostro, Ms. Fe Angela M. Verzosa, Ms.Corazon M. Nera and Ms. Florbella Bongalos
Venue: Casa Nena, STL Building, Holy Angel University, Angeles City.
Registration fee: P1,500.00
Contact: MRS. NIMFA T. MANIAGO, Director of Libraries, HolyAngel University
Tel # (045) 888 8691 loc.1453 / 09175595357; Email: nmaniago@hau. edu.ph /
nimfamaniago@ yahoo.com

September 3 PATLS Review Classes
Date: Class will start on Sept 3 and continue every sunday until just before the Board exam
Venue: PNU Dagot Hall
Time: 8:00AM-5:00PM
Fee: PhP 3,000.00; pre-board exam, the fee is 300PhP.
Contact: Dr. Linda Tayona at PNU or Dr. Angie Resurrecion at RTU.
Advise: only repeater and graduates of BLIS, MALIS, MSLIS and MLIS will be admitted to the review class. Graduates of other courses are no longer allowed to take the board exam.
From: Lourdes T. David

August 27-28 Internet Manifesto: Promotion of Intellectual Freedom and the Right to Information

Sponsor: The Philippine Librarians Association Inc.—Cordillera Administrative Region Librarians Council (PLAI-CARLC) and Baguio Benguet Librarians Association, Inc. (BBLAI), Saint Louis University Libraries
Venue: Fourth Floor of Msgr. Charles Vath Library Building, Saint Louis University.
Fee: P1,000.00 inclusive of kit, four (4) snacks, two (2) lunches and certificate.
Contact Persons: MS. RINA HEMEDEZ DIARON, Director of Libraries, SLU, President, PLAI-CARLC; PROF. THELMA S. KIM, President, BBLAI

August 27 2009 Project Management for Librarians and Information Professionals Sponsor: UP Library Science Alumni Association (UPLSAA), in partnership with the Ortigas Foundation, Inc. (OFI)
Venue: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Ortigas Foundation, 2nd Floor, Ortigas Building, Ortigas Avenue, Ortigas Center, Pasig City
Speaker: Mr. Napoleon A. Apolinario, Jr.
Registration fee(inclusive of morning and afternoon snacks, lunch, materials for the workshop and certificates) is PhP1,500.00 for non-UPLSAA members, PhP 1,300.00 for UPLSAA members, and PhP800.00 for undergraduate students (please present your IDs upon registrasourction during the seminar).
Contact: uplsaa@yahoo.com; UPLSAA Executive Board, 2009-2010; www.uplsaa-online. org

August 26-27 Towards Innovating Technical Services: Viewpoints for Advanced Resources Management
Theme: Towards Innovating Technical Services: Viewpoints for Advanced Resources Management
Venue: National Library of the Philippines Auditorium, T.M. Kalaw, Manila
Topics:
(1) Collection and Needs Assessment,
(2) Creating the Best Collection Policies and Guidelines,
(3) Balance Allocation of Departmental Budget,
(4) Collaborative Selection and Acquisition: Process and Procedures,
(5) Original Cataloging & Classification Procedures in Brief,
(6) ACCR2 Updates,
(7) The Aftermath of Online Catalogs and Databases,
(8) What’s New in Online and Collaborative Cataloging,
(9) Mechanical Processing Standards and Care of Library Resources,
(10) CHED CMO No. 14, Series of 2009 (Policies and Standards for BSN Program)
Fee: Two thousand five hundred pesos (Php 2,500.00) which will cover seminar kits, handouts, certificate of participation, certificate of appearance, snacks and lunches.
Application for 10 CPE Credit Units in Progress

August 19-20 Echo seminar on the IFLA-FAIFE Internet Manifesto Trainers Workshop Project
Sponsor: Philippine Librarians Association, Inc. (PLAI) Central Luzon Region Librarians Council
Venue: Professional Schools Bldg., Angeles University Foundation
Theme: "Internet: the Way to the Future"
Fee: Php1,000.00 inclusive of kit, seminar papers, certificate of participation/ appearance and snacks/lunches for two days; CPE units totaling to ten (10) points is earned thru PLAI.
Contact Persons: Africa R. Castillo rica@auf.edu. ph
Virginia C. Ramos guillervirgie@ yahoo.com. ph
Alice C. Esguerra kaces@asia.com

August 14 Symposium: Empowering Knowledge Through Network and Communication Technologies in Libraries
Venue: Francisco T. Duque Hall, Department of Health, Manila, 8:00AM -12:00NN
Contact Person: MARIA LUTGARDA M. DORADO, Chair, Conference Committee
Sponsor: MAHLAP Board and SWETS
MAHLAP Website: http://www.mahlap. org/
Email: info@mahlap. org, mahlap_1988@ yahoo.com
Yahoogroup: http://groups. yahoo.com/ group/mahlap_ 1988/
Post message: mahlap_1988@ yahoogroups. com
Subscribe: mahlap_1988- subscribe@ yahoogroups. com

August 11-14 “Global Recession and Security Threats to Library and Information Systems : Hard and Soft Management Solutions to Improve Efficiency and
Sponsor: DAvao Colleges and Universities Network (DACUN)Registration fees:
1.Four thousand five-hundred pesos (live-in with 3 meals and 2 snacks; free use of swimming pool)
2.Three thousand pesos (live-out with 1 meal and 2 snacks)
3.Two thousand pesos (Undergraduate students ; 1 meal, 2 snacks)
4.One thousand pesos (Thematic attendance ; daily basis live-out)

Contact: PROF. VIRGINIA I. CAINTIC DR. BRICCIO M. MERCED, JR.
Chair, Sub-Committee on Invitations Chair, 3rd Phil-BIST Conference and Fair
email: virginiacaintic@yahoo.com GSM:+639052692840
GSM:+639217142831

August 5-8 Seminar-Workshop on “Dynamic Library Organization: Transforming Towards A Sustainable Future”
Sponsor: The Philippine Librarians Association, Inc. (PLAI) Davao Region Librarians Council in cooperation with Academic Booksellers Association of the Philippines ABAP) and the City Government of Davao
Venue: Royal Mandaya Hotel, Palma Gil St., Davao City
Purpose: The seminar would equip us to enhance the proficiency and efficiency in handling costumers/ clients as well as providing the necessary skills to be effective in the workplace.
Fee: Two Thousand Eight Hundred Pesos (P2,800.00) inclusive of kit, seminar papers, certificate of participation/ appearance and snacks/lunches for three days and additional Three Hundred Pesos (P300.00) for the Educational/ Island Tour
Contact Persons: Clarissa R. Donayre lykka74@yahoo.com 09193773144
Pedrita M. Badar baditz25@yahoo. com 09177214291

July 29-31 “Web Technologies: Training for Development of Library and Teaching Resources”
Sponsor: Philippine eLibrary Project, in cooperation with the Philippine Librarians Association Incorporated (PLAI)
Venue: Knowledge Navigation Center, Law Library, Ernest Hoerdemann Bldg, University of San Carlos, along Pelaez St. Cebu City
Registration fee: P5,000.00
Contact: fax to 524-2329 or email to melmadrid@yahoo.com ;Ms. Melody Madrid
528-1972 or Ms. Tina Diaz 525-3196

July 2-3 "LIBRARY PLUS on WEB-BASED/ON-LINE READER SERVICES”Sponsor: PNU-LISAA, Inc., A caring alumni group
Venue: Function Hall of St. Joseph Resthouse, Sagada , Mountain Province
Objectives: to share and enrich the literacy knowledge of fellow professionals and library personnel regarding on-line reader services through authentic learning by: (1) introducing web-based reader services as a LIBRARY PLUS tool in the discovery for the best practices enriching customer’s library experience; (2) applying professional assessment over online activities as bases for upgrading librarian’s job description and (3) creating relevant library web-based marketing techniques to sell reader services.

Seminar topics are: Reader Services Across All Lbrary Types; Online/ Web-based Reader Services; Upgrading Reader Services Librarians’ Job Description and Work Nature; and Online Multilevel Marketing /Networking of Reader Services.

Fee: Php 4,000.00; partial reservation payment: Php 2,000.00 on or before June 15, 2009.

Please make a check payable to Philippine Normal University-Library and Information Science Alumni Assoc. (PNU-LISAA), Inc. or may be deposited to BDO (SM Manila Branch) and branches with Acct.# 470378972, or pay in advance to any officers of the Association.

Contact Persons: email: ramospnulisaa@yahoo.com , jocelyn.ladlad@dlsu.edu.ph: and mkchavez5@yahoo.com

June 24 Lecture-Forum: “Valuing Library Services”
Sponsor: Philippine Association of Academic/Research Librarians Inc. (PAARL) in cooperation with the Association of Booksellers for the Academe and the Profession (ABAP)
Venue: 13th Philippine Academic Book Fair on June 24, 2009 (Wednesday) from 1:00-5:00PM at Megatrade Hall 1, SM Megamall, EDSA, Madaluyong City.

Registration fee of P300 for members and P350 for non-members.
Contact Persons: Christopher Paras, Conference Committee
Elvira B. Lapuz, President

June 22 Forum on "Current Trends and Practices in Filing Documents"Sponsor: Ortigas Center Library Consortium (OCLC) Inc. in cooperation with Jose Rizal University
Time/Venue: 1:00–5:00 p.m.; Jose Rizal University
Resource speakers: Dr. Angelina P. Resurreccion, Drector of Libraries, RTU and lecturer at UE, BU and PUP. Ms. Edith Dumo, Neda Staff Assistant
Fee: Non-members will be charged P200, members P150, and college students P 100.00. The forum fee is inclusive of snacks and certificates.
Contact: Ms. Lesil Lorete M. Tindoc and Dr. Angelina P. Resurreccion at telephone no. 534-8267 loc.129, or email us at: angelina_resurrecci on@yahoo. com and eagle_llmt@yahoo. com.

June 5 “The Evolving Roles of Librarians and Information Providers in the Electronic Age: forum"
Sponsor: ALAP
Venue: UPLB Main Library, Los Banos, Laguna, from 8:00 A. M. -5:00 P. M.
forum fee is P300.00 (ALAP members) and P400.00 (non-ALAP members) to cover miscellaneous expenses including snacks and lunch. Furthermore, this forum is applied for CPE units.
Contact Persons: Concepcion DL. Saul, UPLB (tel. 049-53623-26, 09278250328) , Emerald L. Lansangan, IRRI (tel. 02-580-5600 loc. 2663), & Elaine E. Joshi, PhilRice (044-4560-285 loc. 224, 09082984480) .

em>May 29 Round Table Discussion on CPE Issues and Other Matters
Sponsor: Philippine Librarian's Association, Inc.- Central Luzon Region Librarians' Council
Venue: Angeles University Foundation, Angeles City, Pampanga
Contact P: Alicia C. Esguerra, Librarian, Bulacan State University
044-7961417; and Secretary, PLAI-CeLRLC

May 28 "Updates on Cataloging and Classification: Print and Non-print Resources" Sponsor: MUNPARLAS Library Association
Time: 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Venue: San Beda College Alabang, Alabang Hills Village, Muntinlupa City.
Fee: P1000.00 covers the speakers' honoraria, handouts, certificate of participation, snacks and lunch
CP: Ms. Marivic Selencio, San Beda College Alabang at 8091793 local 229 or to Mrs. Cecilia Guevarra at 87149882 on or before May 15, 2009. You may also reserve online @ MUNPARLAS Yahoo Groups.

May 25-27 Seminar-workshop on “Enhancing Librarians’ Professional Competencies in Librarians”
Venue: Edilberto P.Dagot Hall, Conference Room
Seminar Fee: P2,500..00
Speakers & Topics: “Research Mapping in Libraries and Librarianship” by Dr. Allan de Guzman, UST Professor & Multi Research Awardee
“ ICT and Library Web Page Designing” by Prof. Eduardo Quiros, UPSLIS Professor & TNL MIS Director
“Trends in Organization Management of Nonprints and E-Resources” by Prof. Ruben P. Marasigan, PNU LIS Faculty Retiree
Contact Persons: Dr. Linda M. Tayona, Seminar Director @ 0920-266-1028
Dr. Maria A. Orendain, Coordinator @ 0917-547-1946
Mrs. Carmelita G. del Valle, College Librarian IV @ 302-7872

May 21 “Round-Table Discussion on PAARLNET”Sponsor: Philippine Association of Academic/Research Librarians, Inc.
Goodwill/Bridges Bookstore
Time/Venue: 1:00-5:00PM at the Ground Floor, Goodwill/Bridges Bookstore,Glorietta 3, Ayala Ave., Makati City
Registration is FREE; Renewal and application of membership for 2009 are accepted
Contact Persons: Christopher C. Paras, VP/ Chair, Conference Committee
Elvira B. Lapuz, President

May 15-18 Best Time of the Year) Sagada Travel, Librarians and Book Donations
Fee: 2,900 pesos is inclusive of transportation, accomod with blankets, tourism fee, tour packages, 2 guides for 10 persons and group tips, lamp for caving, van for tour, Bontoc transpo, museum fee, registration fee, except food
Contact: Roderick B. Ramos @ 09187318010
Pay through: LANDBANK Savings Account No. 1987-1262-36;
ACCOUNT NAME Ramos, Roderick B.
Keep your deposit slip. If backing out on or after May 8, registration fee becomes un-refundable due to accommodation, and other travel pre-processing needs. A slot is given right after paying the reservation fee. Register early not to miss a slot. Please send deposit slip number for verification.


May 14 Round Table Discussion on PAARLNET & PAARL in CONSAL paper presentation Facilitators: L. Garcia, E. Lapuz
Venue: Goodwill/Bridges Bookstore, Makati City; 1:00pm – 5:00pm

May 13-15 Establishing Legal Resources Collection in Libraries and Information Centers
Sponsor: PHILIPPINE GROUP OF LAW LIBRARIANS, INC.
Venue: Pearlmont Inn, Lim Ket Kai Drive in Cagayan de Oro City
Fee is P4,500.00 for live-in participants inclusive of accommodation and meals, handouts, kit, certificate of attendance and other administrative expenses while P4,000.00 is charged for live-out participants for the same entitlements except for accommodation, breakfast and dinner
Contact P: Emma Rey, 931-59-66, email: emmamreay@yahoo. com; Lily Echiverri, 929-2180 or 920-5514 loc. 301, email: lily.echiverri@ gmail.com; Nora Rey, 818-98-36, email: nora.rey@cvclaw. com; Nancy Tuason, 952-47-53, email: tuason_nancy@ yahoo.com

May 11-13 "Effective Library Services: Strategies and New Approaches
Sponsor: PHILIPPINE ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS (PASL), Inc.
Venue: Roxas Hall, Teachers Camp, Baguio City.
Registration fee: Php 3,900.00 for live-in participants and Php 3,700 for live-out participants. This is inclusive of seminar kit, certificate, handouts and board and lodging (snacks, lunch and dinner for live-in participants; snacks and lunch for live-out participants).
Contact Persons: Ms. Corazon DG Cruz - Claret School of Quezon Cityat tel. no. 921-6587 local 230, cellphone no. 0916-3208011; Ms. Procerfina V. Laman - Laong-Laan Elementary School, tel. no. 741-8065, cellphone no. 0927-3472740 and Ms. Constancia R. Jimenez - Olangapo City National High School tel. no. (047) 224-7604, cellphone 0916-7010724.

May 6-9 Training and Study Visit to Singapore on the theme "Expanding Library Horizons: An Adventure to SingaporeSponsor: Philippine Librarians Association, Inc. (PLAI) - National Capital Region Librarians Council (NCRLC)
Registration fee: US$448.00 (or peso equivalent to prevailing airline rate)
Contact P: NORA J. CLARAVALL, NCRLC Council President Study Tour Coordinator
LILIA F. ECHIVERRI, President

May 6-8 Seminar-Workshop on Collection Management: Current Trends, Practices and Future Directions
Venue: Sampaguita Gardens Resort and Spa, 506 Rizal St., Poblacion New Washington, Aklan.
Fees: P5,800.00 – for live-in participants - covers hotel accommodation for 3 days and 2 nights with meals (buffet), kits, hand-outs and certificate; P 5,000.00 – for live-in accompanying guests, non-participants - covers hotel accommodation for 3 days and 2 nights and with meals (buffet), kits, hand-outs,and certificate; P 4,000.00 – for live-out - covers 2 lunches, 1 dinner, 4 snacks (buffet), kits, hand- outs and certificate.
Contact Persons: Edita M.Dumo (NEDA) Tel. No. 631-3757 Fax: 631-3282
Wilhelmina D.P. Lopez Tel. No. 890-4660 Telefax 890-4721
Andrea A. Canlas Tel. No. 996-4541/631-0921 loc. 134; 168
Ma. Luisa Madlangbayan Tel. No. 734-3971 loc. 115
Edeliza C. Gallo Tel. No. 924-2413
Sponsor: The Association of Special Libraries of the Philippines

April 29-May 1 Summer Seminar-Workshop: "Librarians at their Best: Envisioning and Realizing Multilevel and Progressive Reader’s Services”
Venue: Lyceum of Aparri, Cagayan Valley
Objectives:
1. To revitalize the participants on the core concepts of Reader’s Services through optimal use of web-based technologies and integration of multi-channel interaction strategies and approaches to patrons of dynamic cultures and preferences.
2. To discuss the close association between readers and librarians in creating valuable and productive Reader’s Services programs and activities.
3. To brainstorm, benchmark and draw recommendations that will best sustain and facilitate the exceptional functions and crucial role of Reader’s Services in shaping the minds and values of library patrons.
Fee of PhP4,000 will be charged inclusive of 3days/2nights accommodation with meals and snacks, seminar kits, handouts, cultural tour and certificates; accompanying persons of live-in participants will be charged PhP3,000 to cover the cost of accommodation with meals and snacks and cultural tour; live-out participants who wish to arrange for their own accommodation, seminar fee is PhP3,500
Sponsor: PAARL, Inc.

April 24 "Exercising Leadership in the Library: Your Career Option?
Sponsor: The Association of Laguna Librarians (ALL) in partnership with ZDRiVE, Inc. Venue: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm at the University of Perpetual Help Laguna Library, Sto. Nino, Binan, Laguna.
Fee: Php 500.00
Contact Person: Beth Malabanan-UPHL (049-4110181/ 09175451958) email: bdmtravels@yahoo. com;Annie Vidal-UPHL (049-4110181/ 09202331647) email: fherdsanne@yahoo. com;Merlie Castro-UPHS- Calamba(049- 5310027)email: merlita22@yahoo. com; Jessie Bagunu-049-5490933 loc 107 email: jecrose@yahoo. com;Lina Capioso-UPLB (049-5362385/ 09052600362) email:kopiko25@yahoo. com; Evelyn Bacud-Letran- Calamba)email:jureenebacud@ yahoo.com- 049-5455453/09213114904; Jojilyn Nabor-Letran( Calamba)- 049-5455453 email: jass1677_nabor@ yahoo.com and Norma Kahiwat-St. Michaels College-049- 5119359.

April 20 - 23 XIV GENERAL CONFERENCE CONGRESS OF SOUTHEAST ASIAN LIBRARIANS (CONSAL XIV)
Sponsor: National Library of Vietnam in cooperation with the Library Department and Vietnamese Library Association will be hosting the XIV Congress of Southeast Asian Librarians (CONSAL XIV)
Venue: Melia Hanoi Hotel, Hanoi, Vietnam.
Theme of the conference: TOWARDS DYNAMIC LIBRARIES AND INFORMATION SERVICES IN SOUTHEAST ASIAN COUNTRIES

April 14 Lakbay Library sa BSP at TJIC
Objectives: 1. share the knowledge on the significance of the library collection of the new Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas and the Thomas Jefferson Information Center; its management and their best practices; disseminate information on websites that are free and distribute some free materials that would enhance library collection .
Forum fee: P500 which would include snacks, lunch, certificates and transportation from BSP to TJIC
Deposit the said amount to any Banco de Oro branch under Philippine Normal University-Library and Information Science Alumni Association Inc savings account number 470378972 or please pay upon reserving a slot on or before April 3. Reservation without the payment will not be considered valid.
For thirty five slots only
Contact Person: JOCELYN L. LADLAD, President

April 13-14 National Conference on LIS Education
Fee: P2500 inclusive of snacks, lunches, handouts and certificates
Contact Person: LOURDES T. DAVID, Conference Chair, 2008-9

April 4 Media Awareness and Services and a Basic Information on Library Automation
Venue: University of La Sallette Auditorium, Santiago City
Speaker: Mrs. Evangeline Baluyot, Instructional Media Section Chief of Jose Rizal University, Mandaluyong City
Registration fee: PHP 300.00 for professionals; PHP 200.00 for students entitles (1) one day seminar including snacks, meals and certificates.
Contact Person: Ferdinand A. Lapuebla, President, MSLS Student Society
Mr. Zoilo Enriquez, Jr., Adviser
Sponsor: MASTER OF SCIENCE IN LIBRARY SCIENCE STUDENT SOCIETY

April 3,4,5,6 (Best Time of the Year) Sagada Travel, Librarians and Book Donations
Fee: 2,900 pesos(inclusive of transportation, tourism fee/guide, accomodation, except food)
Contact: Roderick B. Ramos @ 09187318010; or 09174512865
Pay through: LANDBANK Savings Account No. 1987-1262-36;
ACCOUNT NAME Ramos, Roderick B.
Keep your deposit slip. If backing out on or after March 27, registration fee becomes un-refundable due to accommodation, and other travel pre-processing needs. A slot is given right after paying the reservation fee. Register early not to miss a slot. Please send deposit slip number for verification.

March 26 Training workshop: “Oral English Proficiency Skills for Librarians and Information Professionals”
Purposes: to address the perceived professional weakness of librarians
By focusing on the theme, we specifically endeavor to:
1. Understand the importance of improving and strengthening the English proficiency skills of librarians as part of professional development,
2. Learn the correct usage of English language and methods of oral communication in the library setting,
3. Train librarians when and how to speak English with confidence particularly in dealing with library clients, faculty members, guests and school administrators,
4. Encourage librarians to use English as a medium of instruction for a more effective delivery of library services.
Venue: In cooperation with CE-Logic, Inc., the newly renovated and state-of-the- art C&E Information and Resource Center located along Quezon Blvd., (beside Hi-Top Supermarket) Quezon City; 1:00-5:00pm
Registration fee: P250 for non-members, P200 for members and P100 for students.
Resource Speaker: Dr. Nilda R. Sunga
Sponsor: PAARL, Inc.

March 25-27 Seminar on -MAIL, FORMS, CORRESPONDENCE, DIRECTIVES AND REPORTS MGT.and
BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS FOR RM PROFESSIONALS
Venue: Teachers’ Camp, Baguio City
Contact Person: 0917-8827393 (Gwen) or 0920-2232012 (Ellen).
Sponsor: PRMA

March 11-13 & 17-19 Hands-on-training on “Web Technologies: Training for Development of Library and Teaching Resources”
Venue: UP Information Technology Training Center (UP ITTC), Computational Science Research Center (CSRC) Building, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City.
Registration fee: 5,000.00 per participant.
Contact: Ms. Melody @ 5281972 or Ms. Tina at telephone numbers 525-3196,
PRUDENCIANA C. CRUZ, Director IV, The National Library and Project Manager, Philippine eLibrary Project
Sponsor: Philippine eLibrary Project/UP ITTC

March 6 Forum on on “Abstracting Theses, Feasibility Studies, Scientific Studies and Seminar Papers: The Easy Way
Venue: Ortigas Foundation Library, Inc.; 1:00–5:00 p.m.
Sponsor: The Ortigas Center Library Consortium (OCLC)
Fee: Non-members will be charged P200, members P150, and college students P 100.00. The forum fee is inclusive of snacks, certificates and handout in CD ROM.
Contact Persons: Ms. Lesil Lorete M. Tindoc and Dr. Angelina P. Resurreccion at telephone no. 534-8267 loc.129, or email us at: angelina_resurreccion@yahoo.com and eagle_llmt@yahoo.com.

March 6 Forum entitled: CPE: Issues and Concerns
Venue: TNL Auditorium; 8:00-12:00 noon
Speakers: Chairman Nera and the other BFL members
Fee of P200.00 will be charged for certficates and snacks.
Contact Persons: Lily Echeverri (9292180; 9205514 loc. 301; 09282120973) ; Jo Ladlad (09178989237 and Nora Claravall(092784170 48)
Sponsor: PLAI-NCR Librarians Council

March 4 Forum on “All About a Hyper Librarian”
Venue: National Economic and Development Authority, G/F DIOC, NEDA sa Pasig Bldg., Josemaria Escriva Drive, Pasig City; Wednesday, 1-5 pm.
Forum fees: P150.00 for non-members, P100.00 for members, P50.00 for students
Contact Persons: Edita M.Dumo (NEDA) Tel. No. 631-3757 Fax: 631-3282
Wilhelmina D.P. Lopez Tel. No. 890-4721/890-4660
Ma. Luisa Madlangbayan Tel. No. 734-3971 loc. 115
Edeliza C. Gallo Tel. No. 924-2413
Sponsor:Association of Special Libraries of the Philippines

February 28 LIS Congress 2009:LIS Horizons: Opportunities and Modern Trends
Venue: College of Education Auditorium-Benitez Hall, UP, QC; 8 am to 5 pm
Speakers: Zarah Grace C. Gagatiga (Librarian, Xavier School); Emma M. Rey (Executive Director, Legislative Library and Archives-House of Representatives); Juned Sonido (Blogger, Baratillo.net); Prof. Johann Frederick A. Cabbab (Asst. Prof., UPSLIS); Edgardo B. Quiros (Chief, InfoTEC Division-TNL/Faculty, UPSLIS); Mrs. Elnora Conti (BFL Member)
Sponsor: The UP Library & Information Science Students' Association

February 27 Forum on “Risk Management in Libraries”
Venue: Mother Angela Menemann Hall, College of the Holy Spirit of Manila
Time: 8:00 am -12:00 nn
Speaker: DR. RICARDO DE LEON, Executive Vice President of Centro Escolar University
Forum fee: P200.00 to cover merienda and certificate
Contact Person: ROSETTE E. NUERA, Chairman, MC Committee on Libraries 2009
Sponsor: Mendiola Consortium

February 25-27 21st National Congress and Seminar-Workshop on the theme:“The challenge of change: partnerships and developments towards globalization”
Venue: Tagaytay Country Hotel, Tagaytay City
Contact: Mr. Gilbert D. Santos, MAHLAP President-National Epidemiology Center Library, Department of Health, Manila, Phils.; 7438301 loc.1901, info@...; www.mahlap.org
Sponsor: MAHLAP

February 23 LibSpeak 2009!: Inculcate~ Integrate ~ Innovate
A LIS Conference/ Inter-LS Essay Writing Contest/ Junior LIS Wizard
Talks:“The Road Less Taken: The Future of LIS Graduates” by Mr. Vernon Totanes' PhD Student, University of Toronto and “Blog It!: Impact of the Blogging Phenomenon to the Field of Library and Information Science” by Ms. Zarah Gagatiga, School Librarian, Xavier School
Venue: UP Balay Kalinaw,University of the Philippines, Diliman Quezon City
ADMISSION FOR THE CONFERENCE IS FREE!
Sponsor: The UP Future Library and Information Professionals of the Philippines
(UP FLIPP)invites you to join

February 21-22Acting and Reading Techniques in Story Telling (ARTIST) Workshop
Venue: Executive Lounge, 6th Floor,The National Library of the Philippines,T. M. Kalaw Ave. , Ermita, Manila , Philippines; Saturday and Sunday)from 9:00 am to 5:00
Workshop Fee: Php. 500 (Plus P65 for your take-home storybook)
Contact 0917.539.2630 or Email us at alitaptap_storytell ers@yahoo. com
Sponsor: The National Library of the Philippines/Alitaptap Storytellers Philippines

February 6 “Training and Application of Libro Library System”
Venue: Feati Universityon; 1:00-4:00 pm.
Fee: P5,000
Contact Person: Carina C Samaniego (426-5921)
uplsaa@yahoo.com;www.uplsaa-online.org
Sponsor: The UP Library and Information Science AlumniAssociation (UPLSAA), Feati University

February 5 Forum on "Assessment Techniques and Principles in Applying Standards for Academic Libraries"
Venue: FEATI University Library, Helios St., Sta. Cruz, Manila; 1:00 - 5:00pm
Speakers: PRC-BFL Chair, Mrs. Corazon M. Nera, Dr. Teresita G. Hernandez and Ms. Fe Angela M. Verzosa
Rgistration fee: P200.00 for members, P250 for non-members and P100 for students to cover the snacks and certificates; renewal and application of membership for 2009
Contact Person: Christopher C. Paras,VP-Elect/ Chair, Conference Committee;
Elvira B. Lapuz,President-Elect
Sponsor: PAARL/FEATI University

January 30 36th Annual General Assembly/Induction of Executive Board 2009/Awarding
Ceremonies
Venue: 6th Floor, The National Library Auditorium, T.M. Kalaw St., Malate, Manila; Friday, 8:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Contact Person: LORETO T. GARCIA (signed), Outgoing President
Sponsor: PAARL

January 16 Forum on "Update on LIBRARY STANDARDS with General Assembly/Induction
Venue: PS 308, Professional Schools Bldg. , Angeles University Foundation, Angeles City; 8:00am to 12:00 noon
Speaker: Mrs. Corazon M. Nera, Chairman, Board for Librarians/Director of Libraries
Lyceum of the Philippines University
Registration fee: 100.00 pesos (forum, snacks and certificates)
Renewal or application for membership fees: 200.00
Contact Person: Teresita DJ Magbag, Vice President/Conferenc e Chair
Rodolfo J. San Agustin, Outgoing President
Sponsor: PLAI-Central Luzon Region Librarians Council

January 15 Annual General Assembly/Forum on "Continuous Professional Education (CPE)
for Librarians" and Induction of Offcers 2009
Venue: National Economic and Development Authority, G/F DIOC, NEDA sa Pasig
Bldg., #12 Josemaria Escriva Drive, Ortigas Center, Pasig City; 9 a.m.-12 noon
Forum fee is P 100.00 for members and P 150.00 for non-members
Contact Persons:
Cefy I. Andaya (PNB) Tel.No.526-3131 loc. 4411
Edith Dumo (NEDA) Tel. No. 631-3757
Celia Cruz (Ortigas Foundation) Tel. No. 631-1231
Tess Casio (NSO) Tel. No. 713-7090
Fidel Ian A. Flojo (BSP) Tel. No. 524-9217
Sponsor: The Association of Special Libraries of the Philippines