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Since March of this year, the mobile application of Almaty Libraries has been officially launched in Almaty. The app was first presented to the general public at the “KitapFest-2026” book festival. The new application provides users with convenient access to library services in a digital format. Readers can now register for a library card online and browse the book collection remotely. In addition, registered users will receive up-to-date information about upcoming events and new arrivals, as well as quickly find the nearest library. The electronic library card issued through the...

Today, the second day of the KitapFest-2026 book festival took place on the pedestrian Arbat zone in Almaty, marking the successful conclusion of the event held in celebration of Nauryz. Over the two days, the festival attracted around 40,000 visitors, with more than 15,000 books sold. More than 40 publishing houses from across the country participated in the festival, offering readers a wide selection of works – from classical literature to modern bestsellers. AR books sparked particular interest, becoming one of the key highlights of the fair. As part of...

Today in Almaty, the first day of one of the country’s largest cultural events - the book festival KitapFest-2026 - was held. On the eve of the Nauryz holiday, this large-scale event brought together thousands of residents and visitors, transforming Arbat into a vibrant hub for literature lovers and meaningful cultural exchange. This year, more than 40 publishing houses presented their books, offering visitors the opportunity to purchase new titles at affordable prices. As part of the book fair, thousands of copies found their readers, once again confirming the strong...

Today, in the city of Almaty, a meeting took place at the Alatau Creative Hub between the Director of Almaty Libraries, Meiram Bektembayev, the Consul General of the Republic of Turkey in Almaty, Tugba Alan Özdenfedakar, and Education Attaché Shukur Köse. During the meeting, the guests were presented with the key areas of the libraries’ activities, including a Turkish literature corner, an inclusive zone for blind and visually impaired users, self-service stations, and a children's play area implemented within the “Read and Play!” project, along with other modern services introduced...