IMUS CITY, CAVITE - Imuseños can now access library resources more easily with IM CORA, the Imus City Online Reference Assistance service available on the official City Government of Imus website. This service provides a faster and more convenient way for residents and non-residents to find the information they need through the library's digital catalog.
IM CORA: Making Library Resources More Accessible
The City of Imus Public Library has launched IM CORA, an online reference assistance service designed to make research faster and easier for Imuseños. Through the Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC), users can check the availability of books and other library materials without having to visit the library physically. This service is part of the library's commitment to providing innovative services that will inspire, educate, and empower the community .
The City of Imus Public Library has a strong track record of excellence, having been recognized as the Most Diligent Public Library in the Philippines for two consecutive years in 2022 and 2023 . Beyond catalog searches, the library offers research service assistance to all residents and non-residents, requiring only a valid ID for access . The library has also received the Most Innovative Public Library Award from the National Library of the Philippines and The Asia Foundation.
How to Use IM CORA and Additional Library Programs
A step-by-step video guide on how to use the Online Public Access Catalog is available on the official City Government of Imus website at www.cityofimus.gov.ph . Users can search for books and other materials through the OPAC by logging into the city's website. The library is located at the 2nd level of the Old Municipal Building, with the new library housed on the lower ground floor of the new Imus City Government Center .
Beyond research assistance, the library runs various community programs, including the weekly "Kuwentuhan sa Plaza" storytelling sessions that have been running for about seven years and can attract over 100 children . The library also offers digital literacy training for senior citizens, microentrepreneurs, and out-of-school youth, as well as e-books and summer reading programs for children . For more information, visit the library's Facebook page or contact them at (046) 471-5261 or [email protected].
