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In Almaty, a charitable project has been launched to deliver books to people with limited mobility.
On March 15th, during the Charity Day within the framework of the Nauryznamu Decade, a pilot project was launched in Almaty to deliver books for free to the homes of people with limited mobility. Now, the city's library collection has become even more accessible, and reading is more convenient for those who find it difficult to visit libraries in person. The project is being implemented by the Libraries of Almaty with the support of the city’s akimat and the Yandex Go Delivery service. Until May 2025, people with limited mobility...
Presentation of the Children’s Book “Zara Talks About Her Stripes”
On March 3, in honor of International Rare Disease Day, we invite you to a special event — the presentation of the children's book Zara Shares Her Stripes, dedicated to embracing uniqueness and raising awareness about rare diseases.What to expect?🔹 A theatrical reading of Zara Shares Her Stripes by renowned circus artist and host Murat Muturganov.🔹 An open discussion with experts on the importance of early diagnosis, timely therapy, and social support for families.This event is for everyone who wants to learn more about the lives of patients with rare...
“A True Hero Who Loved His People”: а literary and musical evening dedicated to the 210th anniversary of Suyinbai Aronuly
On February 20, at the Central City Library named after A.P. Chekhov (109 Gogol St.), a literary and musical evening titled "A True Hero Who Loved His People" was held, dedicated to the 205th anniversary of the renowned Kazakh poet and master of aitys, Suyinbai Aronuly. The event was attended by prominent public figures, as well as representatives of literature and the arts. Among the honored guests were writer and member of the Union of Writers of Kazakhstan Nagashybek Kapalbekuly, statesman and public figure Makhabbat Bigeldi, director of the Zhambyl...
Musical evening “Atameken” – a cultural event dedicated to the legacy of Eskendir Khasangaliev
The Kazakhstan Writers' Library hosted a musical and poetry evening titled "Atameken", dedicated to the 85th anniversary of Yeskendir Khasangaliyev, a prominent figure in Kazakh musical art, People's Artist, singer, and composer. The event was attended by students from Special Boarding School No. 4 for Blind and Visually Impaired Children, library readers, and art enthusiasts. The hosts, Baglan Abdikarim and Aruzhan Slambek, provided an overview of the composer's life and introduced his works. The evening's honored guests included Nurdaulet Akish, writer, scholar, and chief research fellow at the M. O....
An evening was held in memory of Kuman Tastanbekov, a remarkable figure in Kazakh art
A literary and cultural evening dedicated to the 80th anniversary of People's Artist of Kazakhstan Kuman Tastanbekov, a prominent figure in Kazakh cinema and theatrical art, took place today. As part of the event, which aimed to honor national art, the actor's creative journey, his contribution to national culture, and his outstanding role in the film Kyz Zhibek, which has remained forever in the memory of the people, were discussed. At the event, honored figures of Kazakhstan, as well as theater and film actors Omar Kikimov, Zhumagali Makhanov, Erkebulan Dayyrov,...
A literary and musical evening dedicated to the 105th anniversary of poet Zhuban Moldagaliev was held in the Libraries of Almaty
On February 6, the Central City Library named after A.P. Chekhov hosted a literary and musical evening titled "Qazaqtyń Qaisar Zhubany", dedicated to the 105th anniversary of Kazakhstan's national writer and poet, Zhuban Moldagaliev. During the event, the creative legacy of the outstanding Kazakh poet, laureate of the USSR State Prize and the Abai State Prize of the Kazakh SSR, Zhuban Moldagaliev, was widely presented. A thought-provoking discussion was also held on his unique poetic style and civic stance. The evening's distinguished guests included Kazakh poetess, laureate of the State...
A festive evening, “Balalar Ádebıetíníń Báiteregi”, was held at the I.A. Krylov City Children’s Library in honor of the 100th anniversary of the birth of Berdibek Sokpakbaev, an outstanding figure of Kazakh literature and a classic of children’s literature.
On October 16 at 1:00 PM, the city children's library named after I.A. Krylov hosted the celebration "Balalar ädebiyetinің bәyteregi" dedicated to the 100th anniversary of Berdibek Sokpakbaev, an outstanding figure of Kazakh literature and culture, a classic of children's literature. The purpose of the evening was to honor the rich legacy of the distinguished Kazakh writer B. Sokpakbaev, to convey national values to the younger generation, and to increase interest in children's literature through the writer's works.
A Magical Evening with Karim Muturganov
On January 29, a fan meeting with Karim Muratovich Muturganov took place at the Libraries of Almaty. Karim Muturganov is an artist, director, clown, magician, as well as the author, artistic director, and producer of the children's group "Muturganchiki." On this special evening, the children were in high spirits, feeling as if they had stepped into a fairy tale and witnessing many fascinating events. During the creative meeting, their interest grew significantly as they embarked on an exciting journey into the world of art and magic.
Meeting of Almaty Librarians with MP Rinat Zaitov: Focus on the Development of Library Services
The librarians of the Centralized Library System of Almaty organized a meeting with Rinat Rifkhatovich Zaitov, a Member of the Mazhilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan. This event aimed to develop the library sector in the country, discuss current issues in cultural and educational activities, and strengthen the role of librarians in society. During the meeting, Deputy Rinat Zaitov addressed current problems in the cultural sector and ways to resolve them, as well as answered questions from the librarians. The main goal of this meeting was to establish...