📍 Join us at the National Library of Malta for a special double feature event!
On Wednesday 29th April 2026 at 6:30pm, we invite you to an engaging evening exploring Maltese landscapes and art history.
🎤 Public Lecture Part of the 2025–2026 Public Lectures Series: ‘Landscapes in Paper and Place: Rethinking geo-spaces through Malta’s Cabrei and Country Maps’
“Anthropomorphic features in Maltese landscapes – addressing issues of food security, soil protection, rainwater harvesting”
by Avertano Rolé
📚 Book Launch
Proceedings Public Lectures 2022–2023
Created to Inspire: 500 Years of Artistic Splendour in Malta
📚 The New Book publication will be available for Sale on the evening.
Copies of the previous issues of the Proceedings of the Public Lectures will also be available for purchase.
📍 Location: National Library of Malta, Valletta
🕡 Time: 6:30pm
Don’t miss this unique opportunity!
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Words from the National Librarian & CEO 📚
On World Book & Libraries Day, we celebrate the power of reading and the evolving role of libraries in Malta. From traditional book lending to dynamic community hubs, Malta Libraries continues to innovate—offering eBooks, audiobooks via Libby, films on Kanopy, and immersive learning through VR & AR.
More than just spaces for books, libraries today are places to connect, learn, and grow—championing inclusion, digital literacy, and lifelong learning.
As we look ahead, Malta Libraries remains committed to shaping a future where knowledge is accessible to all.
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📅 Friday, 10 April 2026
It was an honour to host the launch of ‘Incunabula in Maltese Libraries’, a landmark publication compiled and edited by Rosalia Claudia Giordano, Marco Palma and Anna Scala, and translated into English by Stephen Parkin. The volume is published by Viella Editrice (Rome).
This important publication is the first comprehensive catalogue of the remarkable collection of incunabula preserved at the National Library of Malta and in convent libraries across the Maltese Islands, and is the result of an extensive project involving Maltese and Italian academics.
The volume includes contributions by:
Charlò Camilleri, Joe Cini, Krystle Farrugia, Paul Gatt, Martin Micallef, Chanelle Mifsud Briffa, Rachelle Mizzi, Arthur Saliba, Joseph Saliba, Joseph Schirò, Rosalba Tripoli, Lawrence Zahra, William Zammit.
The project was officially sponsored by Malta Libraries (who sponsored the translation from Italian to English), the Bibliographic Society of America, The Malta Map Society, and SiciliAntica Catania.
A sincere thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this event such a success. Special thanks also go to all the speakers, and particularly to Prof. Cristina Dondi (Oxford University / Sapienza University of Rome) for her engaging and informative lecture.
📚 On this occasion, an exhibition was inaugurated showcasing a selection of incunabula featured in the publication. Tomorrow, 16 April, is the last day the exhibition will be open.
The book may be purchased here:
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Come and Celebrate World Book Day with us on Saturday, 25th April at 10.00am Central Public Library - Malta This year, we are marking the 126th anniversary of the beloved classic The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Step into a magical world and meet unforgettable characters like the Wizard, Dorothy, the Wicked Witch of the West, and Glinda.
Join us for a truly enchanting celebration—perfect for children of all ages.
Date: Saturday 25th April 2026
Time: 10.00-12.30
Schedule
10.00- 10.45 - Animated Story telling / keepsake photos with the characters 10.45 - 12.30 - Fun and games with @animator_malta
Ongoing bake sale, theme related craft area and face painting.
📚 Booking is required, with a €5 donation per child. please send an email to [email protected]
Malta Libraries
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It may be wet, cold and windy outside while we wait for spring weather to kick in , but our digital collection is always in season. Curl up with an eBook, audiobook, or magazine in the Libby app and escape into another world for a cozy afternoon. 📚❄️🌷
Two key documents, recently published by the Human Rights Directorate, were presented to the Malta National Libraries and will be available at the Central and Regional libraries, continuing the Directorate’s work to document and make its works accessible.
The publications were presented by Hon. Rebecca Buttigieg, Parliamentary Secretary for Equality and Reforms, to Ms Cheryl Falzon, Chief Executive Officer of Malta Libraries in the presence of Permanent Secretary OPM-ES, Carlos Tabone and HRD’s top management. The presentation ensures these works are preserved in the national collection and made accessible to the public, researchers, and future generations.
The first publication marks the 10th anniversary of the Human Rights Directorate, documenting a decade of progress, milestones, and policy development in the field of human rights and equality. The commemorative publication reflects on the Directorate’s evolution, its legislative and policy achievements, and its role in strengthening human rights protections in Malta.
The second publication is a Glossary on LGBTIQ+ terminology, published in both Maltese and English. Its bilingual format makes it a unique tool, aimed at promoting respectful, accurate, and inclusive language across public services, education, media, and wider society. By offering standardised terminology in both languages, the glossary supports greater understanding while ensuring linguistic accessibility within the Maltese context.
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We were delighted to welcome a special guest to our carnival event last Monday! Written and Illustrated by herself, May Camilleri, generously donated her book, The Cactus , to our collection.
We are always thrilled to discover and support young emerging authors and artists, and we are so excited to be adding this wonderful title to all library shelves in the coming days for everyone to enjoy. 📚✨ ————————————————————
Nhar it-Tnejn li għadda iltqajna ma mistiedna speċjali fl-attività tal-karnival. Miktub u illustrat minnha stess, May Camilleri, ġentilment ippreżentat il-ktieb tagħha, The Cactus, lill-kollezzjoni tagħna.
Aħna dejjem herqana nappoġġjaw awturi u artisti żgħażagħ emerġenti. Dan it-titlu sabiħ se jkun qed jiżdied mal-ixkafef tal-libreriji kollha tagħna fil-jiem li ġejjin biex kulħadd ikun jista’ jgawdi minnu. 📚✨
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Carnival may be over but our hearts are still full from the sweetest moments we shared with you all at our Carnival celebration last Monday.
Thank you for being part of it, for sharing your smiles, laughter, and joyful moments with us at the library.
Malta Libraries @animator_malta
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