http://www.malia-malta.org/ Malta Library and Information Association en-gb Sat, 22 Nov 2008 04:09:49 +0000 © 2008, Malta Library and Information Association The second floor of the University's main library has been refurbished and reconfigured http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/148 Wed, 5th November, 2008 Xaghra Primary School pupils were the first to visit the Gozo Public Library as part of its orientation programme for this year http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/149 Wed, 5th November, 2008 An article in Il-Kullhadd (26 October 2008) claims that expenditure on books by public libraries had gone down by 83% between 2004 and 2008 http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/150 Wed, 5th November, 2008 A discussion with the theme "The musical archives of our islands and Maltese composers in foreign archives". http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/145 Mon, 20th October, 2008 The 12^th issue of the National Archives Newsletter has just been published http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/146 Mon, 20th October, 2008 Tha National Archives Council has just published a report on the state of the Maltese archives http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/147 Mon, 20th October, 2008 A forum to discuss the state of the Maltese archives is being held on the 22 October 2008 http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/144 Sun, 19th October, 2008 In a Press Release published this week, the National Archives have announced new opening hours http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/143 Sun, 5th October, 2008 Following letters in the press by the MaLIA  and the Friends of the Archives, the issue has now been resolved http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/139 Sun, 28th September, 2008 The National Library will be open during the forthcoming Notte Bianca in Valletta http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/140 Sun, 28th September, 2008 The Marsaxlokk public library has received a book donation from the US Embassy http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/141 Sun, 28th September, 2008 Claudio Laferla, the MaLIA Secretary, has attended the fifth UNECO Information Literacy Workshop held in Ankara http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/142 Sun, 28th September, 2008 MaLIA secretary, Claudio Laferla, writes on literacy in the Malta Independent on Sunday http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/138 Sun, 14th September, 2008 In a letter dated 5 September 2008, MaLIA has complained to the Broadcasting Authority about the advert published for the post of Records and Information Officer http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/137 Thu, 11th September, 2008 Heritage Malta is launching a Library Membership Scheme that will give members many benefits including a reference service at the Heritage Malta Central Library in Bighi http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/134 Tue, 2nd September, 2008 An article in The Sunday Times of Malta (31 August 2008) by Ms Fabry and Mr Schirò, chairman and vice-chairman of ICOM Malta http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/135 Tue, 2nd September, 2008 In an interview published on Il-Kullhadd, Dr Carmel Borg suggested that the University library is not adequate for students reading for their Masters http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/136 Tue, 2nd September, 2008 Bank of Valletta has donated books to the San Gwann public library http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/133 Sat, 30th August, 2008 A letter was published in the local newspaper L-Orizzont about the public library in St Julian's http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/131 Wed, 27th August, 2008 The importance of reading was highlighted in a letter that was published in the L-Orizzont of the 23 August 2008 http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/132 Wed, 27th August, 2008 An article entitled 'The future of reading' has been published in The Times of Malta http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/130 Tue, 12th August, 2008 MaLIA has written to the Superintendent of the Mater Dei Hospital offering its assistance http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/129 Sun, 3rd August, 2008 The National Book Council has just published issue 62 of its newsletter http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/128 Sun, 27th July, 2008 The Melitensia section of the public library in Vittoriosa has been upgraded with the support of HSBC http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/127 Thu, 24th July, 2008 An article by Karen Mugliett about the integration of technology in schools, including libraries http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/125 Sun, 20th July, 2008 Minister replies to PQ by the Hon. Karl Chircop on funds for Central Public Library http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/126 Sun, 20th July, 2008 Printing in Malta 1642-1839 by Dr William Zammit, was launched at the St James Cavalier during the last week of June http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/123 Sun, 6th July, 2008 The National Book Council has just published Issue 61 of its newsletter http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/124 Sun, 6th July, 2008 Library becomes a hub of activity at St Ignatius College's Boys' Secondary, Qormi (Handaq) http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/120 Sun, 15th June, 2008 This year San Anton School organised a full week of activities across the whole school to commemorate World Book Day http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/121 Sun, 15th June, 2008 The National Book Council has organised a Fair of Maltese Books at the Robert Samut Hall (near Argotti Gardens) between 12-14 June http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/122 Sun, 15th June, 2008 The 57^th issue of the National Book Council Newsletter has just been published http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/119 Sun, 18th May, 2008 The editorial of The Malta Independent of the 29 April 2008 reflects on the statistics published on World Book and Copyright Day. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/118 Sun, 4th May, 2008 A letter about public libraries by Mr Joseph Grech was published in The Malta Independent (2 May 2008) http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/117 Sat, 3rd May, 2008 As part of its international relations programme, the National Archives recently signed a collaboration agreement with the http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/116 Fri, 2nd May, 2008 The NBC has just published the latest issue of its Newsletter http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/115 Sun, 27th April, 2008 National Book Council Chairman writes in The Times on World Book and Copyright Day 2008 http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/112 Fri, 25th April, 2008 A News Release published by the NSO on World Book and Copyright day reveals worrying facts  http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/113 Fri, 25th April, 2008 During the past week, several articles related to the observance of World Book and Copyright Day 2008 appeared in the local press http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/114 Fri, 25th April, 2008 An article in The Times (19 April 2008), written by Kristina Chetcuti http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/109 Sun, 20th April, 2008 The On the Dot column of The Times of Malta dated 7 April 2008 commented on accessibilty to the Central Public Library http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/110 Sun, 20th April, 2008 Bank of Valletta has donated a collection of books to the St Paul's Bay primary school library http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/111 Sun, 20th April, 2008 Norbert Bugeja, a young Maltese author and poet presents his work at the Leipzig Book Fair http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/108 Sun, 6th April, 2008 Mrs Dolores Cristina has been appointed Minister of Education and Culture http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/107 Mon, 31st March, 2008 Following discussions between the Public Entities Section of the Union Haddiema Maghqudin http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/103 Mon, 10th March, 2008 A few weeks ago the Friends of the National Archives laucnhed a revamped website http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/104 Mon, 10th March, 2008 MaLIA's Interim Chairman delivered a presentation during the Conference on Book Reading in Malta. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/105 Mon, 10th March, 2008 The National Book Council has published two more newsletters http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/106 Mon, 10th March, 2008 MaLIA's Interim Chairman, Robert Mizzi, will deliver a presentation during the NBC Conference on Book Reading in Malta http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/101 Thu, 28th February, 2008 The National Book Council has published issue no. 51 of its Newsletter http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/102 Thu, 28th February, 2008 One of the 34 new projects for Valletta and Floriana being proposed by AN is that the Ministry for Family and Social Solidarity is replaced by a public library http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/98 Sun, 17th February, 2008 This issue includes the application form for the forthcoming conference on 1 March 2008 http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/99 Sun, 17th February, 2008 The new Health Sciences Library at Mater Dei Hospital opened on Monday 12 February 2008 http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/100 Sun, 17th February, 2008 Tha National Book Council is organising a seminar with the theme "Reading in Malta" http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/97 Tue, 12th February, 2008 Mr Claudio Laferla, a MaLIA member will deliver a presentation during a conference in Rome http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/95 Sun, 10th February, 2008 The NBC has published the 49th issue of its Newsletter http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/96 Sun, 10th February, 2008 The second issue of EBLIDA News for 2008 has been published http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/94 Sun, 3rd February, 2008 The Times of Malta (28 January 2008) reported that the Safi library has been inaugurated by Education Minister Louis Galea. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/93 Wed, 30th January, 2008 The MaLIA chairman has written to The Sunday Times about the pending Libraries Act http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/90 Sun, 20th January, 2008 The MSLA has emphasised the need for more resources during its AGM http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/91 Sun, 20th January, 2008 Blacktown City Libray in Sydney, Australia, includes one-hour reading session in Maltese in one of its activities http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/92 Sun, 20th January, 2008 The National Book Council has just published issues 45 and 46 of its newsletter http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/89 Fri, 18th January, 2008 A digital copy of 500 original photos and two-and-a-half hours of film footage were recently donated to Malta for posterity http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/88 Sun, 30th December, 2007 Dr. Thomas Kopka from Germany is consulting a consortium for research organisations and industrial enterprises who intend to apply for funds of the European Union for a project concerning "Digital Libraries“ and "Distance Learning“. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/87 Sun, 23rd December, 2007 The 19th edition of the EBLIDA Newsletter has just been published http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/86 Sat, 22nd December, 2007 Tha National Library has decided to publish two volumes of uinique watercolurs by Charles Frederick de Brocktorff http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/85 Tue, 18th December, 2007 The Education Minister has presented thousands of books to school, branch and regional libraries http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/84 Wed, 12th December, 2007 The latest issue of the National Book Council Newsletter has been published http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/83 Sun, 9th December, 2007 The November 2007 issue of EBLIDA News has just been published http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/82 Sun, 25th November, 2007 A Lm30,000 increase in the budget for the National Archives http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/79 Sat, 24th November, 2007 The first book in Maltese online - Charles Casha's Pandolino/Galatea - is available on the International Children's Digital Library http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/80 Sat, 24th November, 2007 Jeremy Strong, the award-winning author of children's books, visited St Edward's college and gave a talk to boys in Years 3, 4, 5 and 6. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/81 Sat, 24th November, 2007 The Malta Independent (12 November 2007) has published an interview with Philip Borg, Director at the Department of Libraries http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/76 Sun, 18th November, 2007 The 42nd issue of the NBC Newsletter has been published http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/77 Sun, 18th November, 2007 As part of the ongoing Knowledge for all campaign, the EIE has donated books to the library of Ta’ Xbiex local council http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/78 Sun, 18th November, 2007 Dr William Zammit has been appointed as lecturer at the Division of Library & Information Studies at the Universitry of Malta. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/75 Sat, 10th November, 2007 The NBC is planning to launch an online Maltese Books in Print http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/73 Sun, 4th November, 2007 The 41st issue of the National Book Council Newsletter has just been published. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/74 Sun, 4th November, 2007 The National Book Council has launched its website at www.ktieb.org.mt http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/70 Sat, 27th October, 2007 The Malta Book Fair will take place from the 14 to 18 November 2007 http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/71 Sat, 27th October, 2007 The National Book Council has published Issue 39 of its Newsletter http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/72 Sat, 27th October, 2007 The October issue of the National Archives Newsletter has just been published. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/69 Mon, 22nd October, 2007 The Archive Awareness Week will take place between the 22 and 27 October 2007 http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/67 Thu, 18th October, 2007 The October 2007 issue of the National Book Council Newsletter has just been published http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/68 Thu, 18th October, 2007 MaLIA has submitted a position statement concerning the white paper on the Freedom of Information Act http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/64 Sun, 7th October, 2007 MaLIA has submitted its comments on the pre budget document to the OPM http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/65 Sun, 7th October, 2007 Malta has retained its leading EU ranking in the quality of its e-Government http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/66 Sun, 7th October, 2007 The NBC has just published its latest Newsletter http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/62 Thu, 27th September, 2007 Issue 121 of the MaLIA Newsletter has just been published. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/63 Thu, 27th September, 2007 An exhibition called "The Art of Fortress Building in Hospitaller Malta" is being held at the National Library in Valletta http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/61 Sun, 16th September, 2007 In line with the 2006 recommendations, MaLIA has started meeting with local library authorities http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/58 Sun, 9th September, 2007 MaLIA Council representatives have met with Dr Louis Galea, Minister responsible for libraries http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/59 Sun, 9th September, 2007 On International Literacy Day, Robert Mizzi has written in The Times about literacy in Malta http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/60 Sun, 9th September, 2007 A Guide Books Exhibition is currently being held at the National Archives (Gozo Section) http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/56 Wed, 15th August, 2007 The National Archives is organising a half-day course on the 18 September 2007 http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/57 Wed, 15th August, 2007 The National Book Council has published the 36th issue of its newsletter http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/55 Sun, 12th August, 2007 The white paper proposing the Freedom of Information Act was published on the 18 July 2007 http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/52 Sat, 28th July, 2007 Dr Louis Galea announced the building of a new library during an on-site visit at the Safi primary school http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/53 Sat, 28th July, 2007 The National Archives has just published the July issue of its interesting newsletter http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/54 Sat, 28th July, 2007 The NBC has received 130 nominations for the 2007 edition of the national book prize http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/50 Sun, 15th July, 2007 In a letter that appeared on it-Torca (8 July 2007), the writer complained about the location of the central public library in Floriana http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/51 Sun, 15th July, 2007 Prime Minister announces that Freedom of Information white paper is to be published in the coming days http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/49 Mon, 9th July, 2007 National Book Council PRO, Mr Sergio Grech, was interviewed by journalist Marie Benoit about the recently lauched camapign http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/47 Sun, 8th July, 2007 The library at the Boys Secondary School receives book donation from the Bank of Valletta http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/48 Sun, 8th July, 2007 The Malta Labour Party leader, Dr Alfred Sant, visits the National Archives http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/45 Wed, 4th July, 2007 The HSBC Cares For Children Fund has contributed towards the extension of the school library collection at St Benedict Primary School http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/46 Wed, 4th July, 2007 A new scheme launched by Agenda aims at helping school libraries update their collections http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/42 Wed, 27th June, 2007 The National Book Council has just published the 35th issue of its Newsletter http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/43 Wed, 27th June, 2007 The National Library has published attractive brochures in six different languages which give basic information about the building http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/44 Wed, 27th June, 2007 An initiative to encourage reading during the summer months has been launched by the NBC http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/41 Sun, 17th June, 2007 The National Book Council has presented around one thousand books to the Central Public Library http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/40 Sat, 16th June, 2007 In a letter to The Times, Claudio Laferla highlights the need for information literacy http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/39 Sun, 10th June, 2007 Dr Paul Xuereb has written to The Sunday Times about the survey on reading habits. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/38 Tue, 5th June, 2007 The editorial of The Sunday Times (27 May 2007) commented on the findings of a survey on reading habits amongst the Maltese. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/36 Sun, 3rd June, 2007 The National Book Council is inviting authors and publishers to submit books published in Malta during 2006 for the next edition of the National Book Prize. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/37 Sun, 3rd June, 2007 The National Book Council has just published issue number 33 of its newsletter that focuses on the Seminar held on Saturday 26 May 2007. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/35 Sun, 27th May, 2007 MaLIA has launched a new version of what was originally known as the Register of Qualified Librarians. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/34 Sat, 19th May, 2007 The MaLIA Chaiman and Deputy Chairman have met the Minister responsible for libraries and archives to discuss major issues concerning the area. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/32 Fri, 4th May, 2007 In an official letter sent last week, MaLIA has asked for meetings with Mr. Philip Borg, Director at the Libraries Department and Mr. Joe Debattista, the Officer-in-Charge Public Libraries. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/33 Fri, 4th May, 2007 Both The Times of Malta (25 April 2007) and The Malta Independent (24 April 2007) reported the Minister of Education of Education, Youth and Employment, Dr Louis Galea quoting statistics on book loans from public libraries during 2006. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/31 Mon, 30th April, 2007 A total of 600 new books are on display before being distributed among libraries in Gozo. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/29 Sat, 28th April, 2007 Local journalist Fiona Galea Debono talks to Katherine Roberts on World Book and Copyright Day. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/30 Sat, 28th April, 2007 The deputy chairman of MaLIA, Mr Joseph Grima has written to the Times of Malta on books and libraries. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/26 Thu, 26th April, 2007 Public libraries in Malta are struggling to sustain popularity, insists Lana Galea. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/27 Thu, 26th April, 2007 The technology supplement of the Times (26 April 2007) reported about the new MaLIA website and highlighted the fact that the proposed libraries portal has been shelved. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/28 Thu, 26th April, 2007 The World Book and Copyright Day 2007 will be celebrated with a full programme of activities at St James Cavalier. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/25 Sun, 22nd April, 2007 The Minister of Education, Youth and Employment, Dr Louis Galea, has set up the fourth National Book Council. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/24 Sun, 15th April, 2007 The St Paul's Bay local council is holding an essay/drawing competition for students in the locality to commemorate World Book Day. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/23 Mon, 9th April, 2007 Article 19, a lobby group for "Global Campaign for Free Expression" have sent a letter to the Spanish Foreign Affairs Minister expressing concerns regarding freedom of expression in a number of countries, including Malta. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/19 Sun, 8th April, 2007 In another letter to The Sunday Times (8 April, 2007), Prof. Mario Buhagiar, President, Malta Historical Societry, updates the readers with developemts re the Hansard Collection. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/20 Sun, 8th April, 2007 John XXIII Library was founded in 1962 at Xavier House, the Jesuit Residence at 226, St. Paul Street, Valletta. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/21 Sun, 8th April, 2007 The Human Resource Office, in collaboration with the University Library is organising Library Tours. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/22 Sun, 8th April, 2007 In a letter to The Sunday Times (1 April 2007), Prof. Mario Buhagiar, President of the Malta Historical Society, commented on recent developemnts. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/18 Mon, 2nd April, 2007 The European Institute of Education (EIE) has made a book donation to the B'Bugia local Council. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/17 Sun, 1st April, 2007 The recently opened Xaghra Public Library requires the services of a librarian. Closing date: 23 March 2007. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/16 Thu, 22nd March, 2007 In a letter to The Sunday Times (18 March 2007), the National Archivist has clarified issues relating to the statement by the Malta Historical Society. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/15 Mon, 19th March, 2007 The Ministry of Education, Youth and Employment donated 100 books to the Siggiewi Public Library. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/13 Fri, 16th March, 2007 The Malta Historical Society has aired its concern to the Minister of Education, Dr Louis Galea, about two issues of concern to historical research in Malta. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/14 Fri, 16th March, 2007 An advert for the post of “Librarian” was published in the Times on Saturday 10th March 2007. MaLIA has very strong reservations about the contents of this advert. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/12 Sun, 11th March, 2007 A new library was inaugurated on Saturday 3 March 2007 at Xaghra. The library was opened after discussions between the Department of Libraries, MCAST and the Xaghra local council. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/9 Sun, 4th March, 2007 The Zejtun public library is the branch library that has issued most books during 2006. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/10 Sun, 4th March, 2007 During 2006, as estimated 4,131 hours of research were carried out at the National Archives. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/11 Sun, 4th March, 2007 During the Annual General Meeting that took place at the University of Malta Library, a new Council was elected for 2007. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/8 Tue, 27th February, 2007 MaLIA will be launching a brand new website during the Annual General Meeting 2007. The need for a new website has been felt for some time and following contacts with a website developer, a contract was signed with madicted development. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/7 Sat, 24th February, 2007 The 38th AGM of the Malta Library and Information Association (MaLIA) will be held on Monday 26th February 2007 at the University Library, Msida. All members are urged to attend. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/6 Fri, 23rd February, 2007 Following several discussions and suggestions during Council meetings, a new logo has been chosen for MALIA. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/3 Tue, 20th February, 2007 Bank of Valletta has donated a collection of books to the Marsascala Local Council. These books will be placed in the Marsascala branch library for the benefit of the people of the community. http://www.malia-malta.org/news-archive/4 Tue, 20th February, 2007