1. QLA NEWSLETTER
The Official Publication of Quezon Librarians Association
Volume 2, Issue 2 www.quezonlibrarians.blogspot.com September 2008
Quezon Librarians go on a library tour Forum on Library
The Quezon Librarians Assoication sponsored a Automation Updates
one (1) day Study Tour to Ateneo de Manila University
Library, Quezon City Public Library and Filipinas Heri-
In celebration of its second year anni-
versary, the Quezon Librarians Association
tage Library last April 25, 2008. (QLA) will hold a forum on “Library Automa-
tion Updates” and General Assembly on De-
The tour to different types of library such as cember 5, 2008 at Manuel S. Enverga Uni-
public (Quezon City Public Library), academic (Rizal versity Foundation Library Complex.
Library, Ateneo de Manila University), school (Ateneo The speaker on the said forum is Mr.
Grade School Library) and special (Filipinas Heritage Gerry Laroza of Ateneo de Manila University,
Library) in Metro Manila was joined by 78 participants the author of Infolib Library and Information
System. Infolib is the most widely used library
from libraries in Quezon Province. system in Quezon Province libraries. It is a
free integrated library system designed to pro-
The objectives of the tour are to benchmark the vide library and information management so-
facilities, operations and services of the different types lutions for small libraries and non-profit enti-
of libraries such as public, academic, school and special ties with ten thousand or less record. Free in-
stallers will be given during the forum.
library. This will encourage the participants especially
librarians to be more creative and innovative in orga- In the afternoon there will be a general
assembly and review of By-Laws by QLA
nizing and managing their own libraries. The tour also Members. There will be an election of new set
aimed to promote camaraderie among Quezon Librari- of officers for 2009. For more updates on reg-
ans and other library personnel. istration fee and program of the said forum,
visit www.quezonlibrarians.blogspot.com.
Library Tour Photos—April 25, 2008

2. QLA Newsletter
Forthcoming Conferences and Seminars for Librarians
From the President’s Desk...
By Mrs. Rosario A. Villamater PLAI-STRLC Regional Conference on “Empowering Librari-
ans in the 21st Century”,
This is the second issue of our QLA Newsletter for 2008. September 24-26, 2008
24-
Thanks to the diligence and perseverance of the officers who continu- Queen Margaret Hotel, Domoit, Diversion Road, Lucena City
ously share their time and contribute articles for this newsletter, espe-
Seminar Fee: Php 3,000.00 (live-out, member)
cially to Jena.
Last April 25, our Library Tour to Ateneo de Manila Univer- Php 3,900.00 (live-out, non-member)
sity, Quezon City Public Library and Filipinas Heritage Library was Php 3,300.00 (live-in, member)
realized. Everyone enjoyed the trip and learned the special features of Php 4,200.00 (live-in, non-member)
the different types of libraries we had visited. We had discovered some Php 500.00 (General Assembly only)
strategies that can be beneficial and applicable to our libraries. The
evaluation for the said project was outstanding. Hope to have a similar
Seminar on “From Theories to Practice: Mastering Key Areas in
project next year. Library and Information Services”,
On September 24-26, Quezon will host the Regional Confer-
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October 4-5, 2008
ence of PLAI-STRLC with the theme, “Empowering Librarians in the
21st Century” and this will held at Queen Margaret Hotel, Lucena City. Café Hasmin, Polytechnic University of the Philippines,
Everyone is enjoined to participate in this conference. General Assembly M. H. del Pilar Campus, R. Magsaysay Blvd., cor. Valencia St.
will be held on its 3rd day. Sta. Mesa, Manila
As early as this time, I wish to invite all librarians, friends of Seminar Fee: Php 1,000.00
the library and those who work in the library to join us on December 5
for the forum on the updates of Infolib. Mr. Gerry Laroza, the author of Seminar-Workshop on “Moving Targets: Understanding Our
the program will be the guest lecturer. This forum will explore the prob- Changing Landscape”
lems encountered by those who are using infolib and start to have library 21-
October 21-22, 2008
system in the library for those who wish to automate their library. Gen-
Quezon City Public Library Main Bldg.
eral Assembly for the members of Quezon Librarians Association will
follow. There will be an election and amendment of the By-Laws. Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City
For all the members of QLA, keep in touch! For those who are Seminar Fee: Php 2,500.00
not members yet, COME and join us… Be ONE of us. Share your exper-
tise and experiences in the field of librarianship and/or learn the best Seminar on “Information Access: Techniques & Strategies”
practices of other libraries to emulated. Till next ish!!!! - ROSE October 22-24, 2008
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Java Hotel, Laoag City, Ilocos Norte
Seminar Fee: Php 6,800.00 (live-in)
Php 5,600.00 (live-out)
Useful Websites/Blogspots for Librarians “Seminar on Managing Library Accreditations”
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October 24-25, 2008
infolib.alaehweb.com— those who need a free integrated library system
can download infolib in this website created by Mr. Gerry Laroza.It is the Highlander Hotel, Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya
official website of INFOLIB where free downloads of its latest version Seminar Fee: Php 3,000.00 (Live-in; Lodging only)
and updates is available to patrons and users. It also has links to other use- Php 2,500.00 (Live-out)
ful websites for librarians and information professionals.
Seminar-Workshop on “Conservation of Documentary Heritage
www.tagalog-dictionary.com—This site is designed primarily for learn- Collection”
ers of Filipino/Tagalog language. It deals with general vocabulary of more 27-
October 27-29, 2008
than 1,000 words & phrases for quick access to meanings. Sufficient Regency Inn, Villa Abrille St., Davao City
enough to meet many of the reference needs of students, writers, and pro-
Seminar Fee: Php 4,900.00
fessionals. It also has links to Filipino proverbs, idioms, legends, folk
songs, festivals and native genres.
National Conference on “The Multicultural Landscape of
more websites next issue… Philippine Librarianship”
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November 20-22, 2008
National Book Week Grand Men Seng Hotel, Davao City
November 24-28, 2008
Theme: QLA’s Forum on “Library Automation Updates” and General
“Ang Batang Palabasa Assembly
December 5, 2008
Dalubhasa sa Kultura”
Library Complex, Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation

3. Paid QLA Members as of September, 2008 by Miled G. Ibias, QLA Treasurer
ABARICIA, Mary Ann N. Quezon Provincial Library ISLETA, Carmencita P. Dolores Central School
ABELLANOSA, Gemma M. Luis Palad National High School, Tayabas City JAROMAHUM, Nida A. St. Anne College, Lucena City
AGUILAR, Zenaida Quezon Provincial Library JESALVA, Jonalyn J. Tagkawayan Municipal High School
AGUILO, Teresita I. Tulo-Tulo Elem. School, Sariaya KAIBIGAN, Ligaya A. Bukal Sur Nat’l High School, Candelaria
LABARIÑO, Wenchita R. Baptist Voice Bible College
ALAYAN, Eleanor B. Amontay National High School, Pitogo
LAYUGAN, Nelda Z. Quezon Provincial Library
ANDAY, Cynthia F. Alabat Municipal Library
LAZONA, Marites R. Calayan Educational Foundation, Inc.
APOLINAR, Angelo L. Padre Burgos District
LIBRANDA, Baby Lyn P. Alabat Elementary School
ATIENZA, Ivy Rose Y. Lucena City Library
LLANES, Reynaldo B. Elias Salvador NHS, Agdangan, Quezon
BALMES, Sarah Jane Doingawan National High School, Guinyangan
MAAÑO, Eric Quezon Provincial Library
BERROYA, Alicia Z. West Palale Nat’l High School, Tayabas City
MABULAY, Ermilinda R. Sariaya East District
BLASURCA, Elena M. Pitogo Central School
MACAPIA, Myrna R. MSEUF, Lucena City
BONBON, Maria Josefina F. Tagbakan Ila. Elem. School, Catanuan
MACATIAG, Anabel D. Quezon Elementary School
CABANA, Ismaelinda S. Quezon Provincial Library
MAGSINO, Rosalinda Q. Quezon Pro
CABATIAN, Jocelyn F. Con. Ibaba, Sariaya, Quezon
MALAYA, Julieta A. Catanauan Central School
CALIMLIM, Hazel Marie A. Mulanay Central School
MANONGSONG, Mina D. Sariaya West District
CALPATURA, Ma. Luisa M. LGU Catanuan, Quezon
MARANCA, Rolando V. Leonard D. Vera Cruz NHS, Unisan
CAPARROS, Veneracion C. LGU Gumaca, Quezon
MARQUESES, Lea J. Sabang Elem. School, Calauag West Dist.
CAPONPON, Editha A. San Isidro Nat’l High School, Gen. Luna
MEDENILLA, Mildred U. San Narciso Municipal Library
CAPOY, Maridee M. Sta. Lucia Nat’l High School, Guinayangan
MENDIOLA, Lilia G. MSEMCAT, Mauban
CASTILLO, Bernie M. MSEUF San Antonio
MENDOZA, Rebecca A. MSEUF, Lucena City
CASTILLO, Mamerta S. Sariaya West, Sariaya, Quezon
MOISES, Maila A. Gen. Nakar District
CAYABYAB, Janice A. Calayan Educational Foundation, Inc.
MOJARES, Apolinario R. Quezon Library Hub, Pagbilao, Quezon
CLEOPE, Vilma M. Guinayangan National High School
MONTES, Carmen S. Atimonan Nat’l Comprehensive High Sch.
COLEGIO, Lucila V. Canda Nat’l High School, Sariaya, Quezon
MONTEVERDE, Laureano Jr. P. Quezon District
CORTEZ, Ma. Soledad M. Gumaca National High School
NADRES, Rollie Quezon Provincial Library
CUYA, Mila D. Atimonan Central School
NAVELA, Aurora A. Sacred Heart College, Lucena City
DALUGDOG, Eufemia D. MSEUF, Lucena City
NAYVE, Marietta C. Sacred Heart College, Lucena City
DELA FUERTA, Buenafe Z. MSEUF, Lucena City
NOBLE, Christian N. San Roque Ilaya NHS, Calauag, Quezon
DE RAMA, Ma. Daisy E. Quezon Provincial Library
NORIEL, Nora M. LGU Plaridel, Quezon
DUMARAOS, Jun M. Mauban North
PANAL, Marites Quezonian Educational College
EDAD, Fhraned B. Lutucan National High School, Sariaya
PANCHO, Jenalyn A. Quezon Provincial Library
ENCINA, Artemio I. Pagbilao Central Elem. School
PANGAN, Romeo S. Quezon Provincial Library
ENVERGA, Marietta Z. MSEUF, Lucena City
PEREYRA, Leopoldo Catanauan Municipal Library
ESCUDERO, YSOBEL Quezon Provincial Library
PIELAGO, Rhoderick Quezon Provincial Library
ESQUIVEL, Susana F. Gumaca National High School
RAIRATA, Isabel Noreen R. MSEUF, Candelaria, Quezon
FELISMINO, Edita V. Sampaloc I Elementary School, Sariaya
RAMIREZ, Jomelyn Quezon Provincial Library
FUNTILAR, Melinda T. Mulanay Municipal Library
ROSAS, Roberto Quezon Provincial Library
GABRIEL, Jocelyn A. MSEUF, Candelaria, Quezon
SANTE, Gonzalo Quezon Provincial Library
GARATE, Necitas Malusak Elementary School, Atimonan
SECO, Bernardo Quezon Provincial Library
GARCIA, Aisa Calayan Educational Foundation, Inc.
TABARINA, Wilfredo R. Sacred Heart College
GARCIA, Nerissa C. Tinagonan Iba. National High School
TALISIC, Panfilo C. Quezon Provincial Library
GARIN, Edenia A. Kinagun-an Iba. High School Extension
TIMBAL, Ria Marelle A. Quezon Provincial Library
GONDA, Perlita C. Unisan National High School
VELOZO, Amelia Quezon Provincial Library
GRIMALDO, Gerry A. Gumaca West Central
VERANGA, Manuelita R. Atimonan Municipal Library
HERNANDEZ, Virginia Atimonan Central School
VILLAMATER, Rosario MSEUF, Lucena City
IBIAS, Miled G. Lucena City Library
VIÑER, MARISEL P. Sacred Heart College, Lucena City
ILAGAN, Sheryl M. Guis-Guis Talon, Sariaya
ZAPATA, EULALIA G. Maryhill College, Lucena City
IMPERIAL, Trinidad A. St. Anne College, Lucena City
ISLES, Rommel Quezon Provincial Library

4. Librarian’s Corner
By Mrs. Lally Garay-Zapata
Librarian, Maryhill College
Library Orientation: a key to an effective library services
At the beginning of the school year, librarians are all eyes
on what to do on the first day of school. There are a lot of things
to think about, for an instance what will the library be like this
school year? Is it more innovative, or just like what we had last
year? Librarians as an information specialist must make sure that
information about the library media program is a constant and
positive blip on the users.
Library orientation should be planned very well so that
right atmosphere is to be expected both from the students, faculty
and administrators. Communication is the key to ensuring that
everyone—including the administration—knows about the library
media program.
Just as the librarian work to collaborate with teachers and
share the services and resources available, it is also important to
make sure this information is shared with administrators. One of
the services of the library is the library orientation for faculty and
students. Make sure that this program is always integrated in your
action plan for the whole year. This is properly scheduled in the
calendar of activities and inform the principal about the on-going
activity of the library.
Next is the collaboration between the English and Read-
ing teachers who are the immediate connectors between the librar-
ian and students. This teachers-in-charge should be informed to
include the library program in their lesson plan or syllabi. Differ-
ent topics are being prepared for each grade or year level. Library
orientation should be done inside the library to see the actual
things being discussed and they can easily understand the lesson
because they see it on their own eyes. For example, the topic is
about general references, the students will be able to see the differ-
ent kinds of reference and their uses and features. The use of the
card catalog can be applied at once, or the use of a particular li-
brary program for automation will be introduced as they see it and
practice.
The librarians can also prepare a short quiz to be recorded
by the English teacher. The success of this program is when the
students can be able to apply what they have learned leading to Jenalyn A. Pancho
become an independent library user. Editor-In-Chief
MARISEL VIÑER
Associate Editor
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