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<div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1778505177918Photo 1 (1).JPG" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner" spellcheck="false">World Book Day partnered together with guest readers at Book Nook. (From left) IBBY-PH (International Board on Books for Young People) representative and Vibal Group VP for Corporate Communications Julius Corotan; National Commission for Culture and the Arts Division Chief, Program Monitoring and Evaluation Maricel Diaz; <em>Si Migoy, Ang Batang Tausug</em> co-author Nelson Canlas; guest reader and multi-awarded chef Miggy Cabel Moreno; SM  Supermalls Executive Vice President for Marketing Joaquin San Agustin; poet and rap icon Gloc-9 Aristotle Pollisco and daughter Savannah Dawn G. Pollisco, publisher Katrina Stuart-Santiago; and celebrated children&#x27;s book author Dr. Eugene Evasco.</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p><strong>SM Book Nook</strong>, in partnership with the <strong>National Commission for Culture and the Arts</strong> (NCCA) and the <strong>International Board on Books for Young People-Philippines</strong> (IBBY-PH), recently marked<strong> World Book Day</strong> at <strong>SM North Edsa</strong> with distinguished authors and artists coming together to celebrate the power of stories and inspire a love for books and reading among children. </p><p>The celebration is one of the program highlights of SM Book Nook, the community reading and learning space of <strong>SM Cares</strong>, making literature and learning accessible and fun for all ages through year-round activities such as book readings, storytelling sessions, workshops, and creative gatherings.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1778505037997Joaquin San Agustin and Aristotle Pollisco or Gloc-9.JPG" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Joaquin San Agustin and Aristotle Pollisco or Gloc-9</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>“We hope more kids fall in love with reading. We truly believe one good experience with a book can inspire a child’s love for reading and hope this will lead to more creative, thoughtful, and empowered individuals and communities,” shared SM Supermalls Executive Vice President for Marketing <strong>Joaquin L. San Agustin</strong>. “We’ve always believed our malls can be more than places to shop and dine—they are places where people can learn, connect, and grow. SM Book Nook is our way of making reading and learning more accessible and part of everyday life”, he added.</p><p>Event partners NCCA Division Chief for Program Monitoring and Evaluation<strong> Maricel Diaz </strong>and IBBY-PH representative and Vibal Group of Companies Vice President for Corporate Communications and Creative Media Head <strong>Julius Corotan</strong> also emphasized the importance of reading and the ability of stories to shape young minds and connect cultures, generations, and communities.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1778505192776Joaquin San Agustin and Eugene Evasco.JPG" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Joaquin San Agustin and Eugene Evasco</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1778505301257Joaquin San Agustin with Chef Miggy and Nelson Canlas.JPG" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Joaquin San Agustin with Chef Miggy and Nelson Canlas</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>Bringing stories to life was multi-awarded chef and cultural advocate <strong>Miguel “Miggy” Cabel Moreno</strong>, who captivated young audiences from the mall’s neighboring communities with <strong><em>Si Migoy, Ang Batang Tausug</em></strong>, the first-ever children&#x27;s book about Tausug cuisine and culture—the attendance of one of the book’s co-authors, <strong>Nelson Canlas</strong>, made the read-aloud session even more special for the kids. </p><p>Meanwhile, celebrated children’s book writer <strong>Dr. Eugene Evasco</strong> opened doors—quite literally—to the young audience’s imagination and curiosity with a delightful reading of his book, <em><strong>Pintong Maraming Silid</strong></em>. Capping off the afternoon was rap icon and poet <strong>Aristotle Pollisco</strong> (or<strong> Gloc-9</strong>)<strong></strong>, who performed <em><strong>Upuan and Bagsakan</strong></em>, from his seven-part chapbook poetry series, <strong><em>Makata Sa Pinas: Mga Tula ni Aristotle Pollisco</em></strong>, <strong></strong>showing how stories and a love of reading can come to life through poetry, music, and everyday expression.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1778505615912Photo 4.JPG" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Chef Miggy Cabel Moreno reads <em>Si Migoy, Ang Batang Tausug</em>, by authors Nelson Canlas and Dr Isabel Cabel Moreno-Go<br/><br/></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1778505652970Photo 5 (2).JPG" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Nelson Canlas, television personality and co-author of<em> Si Migoy, Ang Batang Tausug</em>, believes in the power of books to shape young minds and spark curiosity.</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1778505690591Photo 6.JPG" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Kids were delighted to hear Dr. Eugene Evasco’s <em>Pintong Maraming Silid</em>. Evasco is one of the most awarded children’s book writers in the Philippines and was inducted into the Hall of Fame of the Don Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Literature.</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><p>Kids enjoyed meeting the guest readers, personalizing their very own library tote bags and bookmarks, and took center stage in a read-aloud session of their very own. At the NCCA’s ASEAN Corner, kids discovered Southeast Asian stories and heritage through national costumes, books, and games. </p><p>While occasions like these serve as meaningful reminders of why books and reading matter, the stories and learning continue at your most-loved SM Book Nook, where communities can exchange ideas, participate in creative and educational activities, or discover their next favorite story. </p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=476&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Freel%2F950819104462088%2F&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=267&amp;t=0" width="267" height="476" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><br/></div><div><br/></div><p>In an exclusive interview with <strong>Metro.Style</strong>, Chef Miggy and Nelson said that they&#x27;re grateful for events like this one by SM&#x27;s Book Nook because they help reignite kids&#x27; passion for reading. Nelson added, &quot;<em>Ang mensahe namin sa mga magulang</em>, please, please encourage your kids to read. <span style="margin:0px;padding:0px"><em>Kasi sabi nga nila</em>, <em>&#x27;pag nagbubukas ka ng libro</em>, <em>&#x27;pag nagbabasa ka ng libro, para ka na ring nagta-</em>travel <em>sa iba&#x27;t ibang bahagi ng mundo kaya mas marami kang napag-travelan, mas marami kang napuntahan na lugar</em>, <em>mas malawak ang kaalaman mo sa maraming bagay</em>.&quot;</span></p><div><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px">There&#x27;s no denying that using gadgets also has advantages, but reading books has its own wonders, so Chef Miggy reminds parents to strike a balance. &quot;<em>Sa mga</em> parents <em>natin</em>, <em>&#x27;wag nating kalimutan na magkaroon ng</em> balance. There should be a balance. I mean, I understand that technology now is needed. It&#x27;s important as well, <em>pero gawin nating balanse ang pagpapalaki sa ating mga kabataan</em>. <em>&#x27;Wag nating kalimutan ang mga </em>traditional ways of gaining information and discovering things.&quot; </span></div><div><em></em><em></em><em></em><em></em><em></em><em></em><br/></div><div><strong><em>Book Nook is located at SM North EDSA (The Annex, Level 3) and SM Podium (Level 5). </em></strong></div>

<p>SM Book Nook's recent gathering served as a meaningful reminder of why books and reading matter. </p>

SM Book Nook's recent gathering served as a meaningful reminder of why books and reading matter.

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