31/07/2026
Bringing Stories, Smiles, and Hope to our IP Community in Barangay Mabuyong, Anini- y Antique
The Antique Provincial Library and Local Archives successfully conducted a heart-warming community outreach program dedicated to our beloved Indigenous People (IP) community at Barangay Mabuyong, Anini-y, Antique!
We were thrilled to welcome 30 wonderful children and 30 devoted mothers as we implemented our banner program, "Istoryahi Ko, 'Nay!" Through this initiative, we reminded and encouraged our mothers about the powerful impact of spending quality, uninterupted time with their children, by reading stories to them—whether as a cozy bedtime routine or during everyday conversations. To make the stories come alive, talented student volunteers served as our storytellers, leaving the kids wide-eyed and full of wonder!
Highlights of the Day
* "Istoryahi Ko, 'Nay!" Storytelling: Promoting literacy, family bonding, and oral tradition.
* Warm Meal / Feeding Program: Sharing nutritious meals with our young learners and their moms.
* Gift-Giving Activity: Distributing school essentials, toys, clothes, and health kits.
* Tree Planting Activity: Partnering for a greener future in our IP community.
Heartfelt Expressions of Gratitude
This meaningful activity would not have been possible without the overflowing generosity, love, and support of our dedicated sponsors, partners, and volunteers:
* Vice President Sara Duterte, through the tireless effort, love and support of Vice Governor Genevive Lim - Reyesand SP Gaseva Recopuerto "Baby Gas", for providing school bags, school supplies, raincoats, and dental kits.
* Century Pacific Food, Inc.. for the canned goods.
* Maam Grace Grasparil-Magullado
* Robinsons Place Antique
* Uswag Ilonggo for the educational toys.
* Ma'am Dors Dela Cruz and Ma'am Anecita Barcelona for the pre-loved clothes, bags, and caps.
* ENRO headed by Ma’am Vivian Marfil, through Ma’am Michelle Martinez, and SP Gaseva Recopuerto for supporting our tree planting initiative.
* Maam Linda A Lee for the beautiful storybooks written in our local language, Kinaray-a, we always use her books for our story telling
* Sir J Turalba Gabin and all the Division Heads of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan for supporting all the programs and activities of the Provincial library.
Special Thanks To:
* Barangay Mabuyong, Anini-y headed by Barangay Captain Ranel P. Plazuelo, the Barangay Council, Barangay Health Workers (BHWs), and Barangay Nutrition Scholars (BNS) for their warm hospitality and assistance.
* Tribal Leader Vilma T. Santolices for welcoming us into the community with open arms.
* Our inspiring student storytellers and volunteers from AIS & DASJMS learners: Luis Gabriel Martinez, Gavi Marielle Pulmano, RD Angelo Salmorin, Claire Therese Dela Serna, Therese Subaldo, Ezrah Scarlette Dalisay, Faith Emmanuelle Albuera, Merluie Euna Pallaza, Carl Ervyc dela Pena, Miley Jadah Cruzat and Jon Connor Pe.
Thank you also to our Library Staff who shared their time, resources, and hearts to make this day unforgettable. Together, we build a stronger, more literate, and greener Antique!
