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Hari Raya Aidilfitri: A Celebration of Joy and Unity
March 2026"Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrates the end of Ramadan with joy, unity, and gratitude."Public -
Ramadhan Al Mubarak
March 2026A month full of blessings, mercy and forgiveness where all Muslims focus on religious devotion in this glorious month.Public -
Welcoming Chinese New Year 2026: Year of the Horse
February 2026An article highlighting Chinese New Year 2026 traditions, family unity, values, and hopes for prosperity.Public -
Valentine's Day
February 2026Every 14th of February, lovers express their affection with greetings and gifts.Public -
Christmas Day
December 2025It's the most beautiful time of the year. Embrace the joy of the season as we delve into the magic that makes Christmas truly special.Public -
World Diabetes Day
November 2023Aims to promote and improve human health regarding diabetes.Public -
Kaamatan Festival: Heritage and Gratitude
May 2025A vibrant celebration of thanksgiving and appreciation for the rich culture of Sabah's people.Public -
Wesak Day: Light of Compassion & Wisdom
May 2025Honouring the birth, enlightenment, and passing of the Buddha with love and virtue.Public -
May 1st: A Symbol of Dedication and Effort
May 2025Labour Day is celebrated as a gesture of gratitude to all individuals who work tirelessly without complaint.Public -
Good Friday Celebration: Remembering the Sacrifice of Jesus Christ
April 2025Commemorating the sacrifice of Jesus Christ – a solemn journey of reflection and hope on Good Friday.Public -
Marhaban Ya Ramadhan
March 2025Ramadan is a sacred month of fasting, worship, and self-discipline in Islam.Public -
Chap Goh Mei 2025
February 2025Let's celebrate the first full moon of the Lunar New Year with lantern festival.Public -
Celebrating Chinese New Year 2025
January 2025"Chinese New Year 2025: Blessings of the Year of the Snake" A celebration of traditions, family unity, and hopes for a prosperous year.Public -
Gale E-Resources
September 2024The Gale resources acquired by the Sabah State Library are now available for access.Public -
Digital Integrity Repository
July 2024Digital Integrity Repository. Information and awareness campaign by BIGONS.Public -
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Free Resources for Your Academic Success
July 2024Comprehensive free resources for your academic journey. - Intelligent.comPublic -
World Chocolate Day
July 2024Did you know that humans have enjoyed chocolate for at least 4,000 years?Public -
World Audiovisual Heritage Day
October 2023Observed every 27th October, themed "Your Window to the World" this year. See our eBooks collection.Public -
World Mental Health Day
October 2023Join us, on 10 October, in “40 seconds of action” to raise awareness of suicide around the worldPublic -
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Celebrate Malaysia Day
September 2023Commemorate the establishment of the federation of Malaysia on the same date in 1963.Public -
International Youth Day
August 2023Falls on 12th August, this year theme is "Green Skills for Youth: Towards a Sustainable World".Public -
World Hepatitis Day
July 2023World Hepatitis Day is celebrated every year on the 28th of July to raise awareness about hepatitisPublic -
World Chess Day
July 2023World Chess Day was initiated to recognize chess as one of the most ancient, intellectual and cultural games.Public -
Global Day of Parents
June 2023Dated every 1st of June, we bring you collection regarding parenting.Public -
Against Drug Abuse
June 202326th June, International Day Against Drug Abuse themed “Addressing drug challenges in health and humanitarian crises".Public -
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World Cancer Day
February 2023Held every 4 February, is the global uniting initiative led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC).Public -
International Mother Language Day
February 2023Celebrated annually to promote multilingualism and awareness of cultural and linguistic diversity.Public -
Chinese New Year 2023
January 2023Gong Xi Fa Cai and go get those 'Angpows'! This year, Water Rabbit.Public -
World Braille Day
January 2023Celebrated every year on January 4th, in conjunction with Louis Braille’s birthday, the inventor of braille.Public -
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Human Rights Day
December 2022Every 10th of December. Check out our collection celebrating the 71th anniversary.Public -
Stop Women Abuse
November 2022Falls every 25th of November. Violence is not inevitable. See our collection.Public -
World Television Day
November 2022Celebrated every 21st November since 1996, check out our collection.Public -
World Suicide Prevention Day
September 202210th September, light a candle near your window at 8p.m. See our collections.Public -
Celebrate National Day
August 2022'Keluarga Malaysia Teguh Bersama', was chosen as the theme of National Day and Malaysia Day 2022 in line with the concept of Malaysian Family harmonyPublic -
Father's Day
June 2022Sabah State Library would like to wish a Happy Father’s Day to every father out there! You, sir, have done a lot in building a great nation!Public -
Kaamatan Festival
June 2022This year theme 'Kaamatan Monunduan do Winorun” = “Kaamatan ensouls nature” will focus on nature conservation.Kaamatan Festival -
Happy Teacher’s Day
May 2022Teachers' Day is a special day for the appreciation of teachers, and may include celebrations to honor them for their special contributions!Public -
Hari Raya Aidilfitri
May 2022In the excitement of celebrating, make sure you are vigilant when visiting relatives' houses. Sabah State Library would like to wish 'Selamat Hari Raya' to all Muslims!Public -
Labour’s Day
May 2022Dedicated on 1st May every year as the "Workers Day of International Unity and Solidarity." Happy Labour’s Day!Public -
International Children's Book Day (ICBD)
April 2022Celebrated annually on 2nd April in conjunction with the birthday of a certain classic children’s book author.Public -
World Autism Awareness Day
April 2022Every 2nd April, celebrated to raise awareness of autism, encourage international support and inspire individuals.Public -
World Poetry Day
March 2022Celebrated every 21st March, , "with the aim of supporting linguistic diversity through poetic expression".Public -
Valentine's Day
February 2022Every 14th of February, lovers express their affection with greetings and gifts.Public -
International Women's Day
March 2022Celebrated every 8th of March. Each one of us can help create a gender equal world.Public -
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Halloween Themed Poetry-Out-Loud
November 2021Entitled, The Raven by Edgar Allen Poe. Recited by, Veronica Vivian Estrop.Staff Pick -
Move into Covid-19 Endemic
September 2021What should we know about this new phase? Let's learn more from the video below by our partner SabahNet.Public -
'Libby' How To Access Video
September 2021Watch this brief video tutorial on how to access and use our Libby App!Public -
'Libby' App Tutorial
October 2021How to use 'Libby' App to access our e-Resources collection.Public -
Malaysia Day
September 2021Celebrated every 16 September, see our collection and a brief history video regarding the formation of Malaysia.Public -
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Ramadan Healthy Eating
April 2021"Selamat Berpuasa". Some healthy eating tips during Ramadan for your reading.Public -
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SSL Opening SOP
June 2020SSL to resume operations back on their selected dates with the following SOP.Public -
Family & Relationships
June 2020We have put together a list of collections for this important institution.Public -
Hari Raya Aidilfitri
May 2020We wish all our friends a Happy Hari Raya Aidilfitri. Maaf Zahir Batin.Public -
Audiobook Libby Tutorial
May 2020Courtesy of SSL Papar Branch. Video on how to access Libby audiobook.Public -
'Jom Baca Bersama 2020'
April 2020Join us on doing this at your home with family. Don't forget to take pictures or videos.Public -
World Earth Day
April 2020Celebrated on 22nd April to raise awareness about the importance of protecting and preserving our natural world.Public -
World Book Day
April 2020Every April 23rd. See our librarians sharing their personal favorites to celebrate World Book Day.Public -
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International Older Persons Day
October 2019Falls on 1st of October, with a list of titles available to check out.Public -
International Youth Day 2019
August 2019Dated every August, we bring you collection regarding International Youth Day.Public -
Grand Opening
July 2019Official Opening of Sabah State Library Tanjung Aru Branch by Chief Minster of Sabah.Public -
Tanjung Aru Branch Opening
March 2019Open for 36 hours on Monday, 1st April 2019 from 9:00am to 9:00pm the next day.Public -
World Children's Day
November 2018This year’s theme is "Children of Today, Our Keepers Tomorrow".Public -
World Toilet's Day
November 2018The theme for World Toilet Day this year is “When Nature Calls”.Public -
Coloring Competition
November 2018November 10, 2018 at 9.30 am to 11.00 am, at Library @ UTCPublic -
4th Borneo Book Festival
October 2018Themed "Membaca Citra Masyarakat Intelek". Meet us there.Public -
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Our Local Authors
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March 2026Meet Datin Nursyahirah Gagayan Binti Abdullah, our local author of the month.Public -
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May 2024Meet Fiona Florisca Jominis, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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February 2024Meet Haji Mohd Farid Linggi, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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January 2024Meet Rose@ Salvia Binti Mahmud, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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December 2023Meet Awang Abdul Muizz bin Awang Marusin, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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November 2023Meet Dr. Marlenny Deen Erwan, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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October 2023Meet Bilson Kurus @Belson Bingku, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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May 2023Meet Mohd Firdaus Bin Abd Salam, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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February 2023Meet Siti Aisyah Binti Mat Saad, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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February 2023Meet Ramlee Jalimin Jainin, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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January 2023Meet David B. Sooning@ Suning (Langkawit), our local author of the month.Local Author -
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November 2022Meet Yuliamin Sahirursah Yusop, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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October 2022Meet Rozlin Adrenalin, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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July 2022Meet Wilyawaty Dzulkiflie, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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March 2022Meet Nurain Pulin Sayau, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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January 2022Meet Nursyafiqah binti Roslan, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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November 2021Meet Norhayati Tasif, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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September 2021Meet Sunita Sahidin, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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August 2021Meet Datuk Jamdin Buyong, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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March 2021Meet Awang Karim Abdul Kadir, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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February 2021Meet Mabulmaddin Shaiddin, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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January 2021Meet Sitti Rahmah G Ibrahim, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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December 2020Meet Rashiela Nurain Rasid, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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October 2020Meet Dr. Hjh. Siti Aidah Binti Haji Lukin@ Lokin, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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September 2020Meet Hajah Sitti Hadiah Haji Abd Mutalib, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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June 2020Meet Ramlee Awang Murshid, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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March 2020Meet Zainab binti Nawab Khan, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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January 2020Meet Miz Adlina Batrisyia Indra, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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December 2019Meet Binson A. Sabiah, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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Monthly Local Personality
July 2019Meet Mr & Mrs Pang, our local authors of the month.Local Author -
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April 2019Meet Dr. Rosliah Kiting, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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January 2019Meet Dayangku Mastura, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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December 2018Meet Datuk C.L. Chan, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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November 2018Meet Raymond Majumah, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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October 2018Meet Kathirina Susanna Tati, our local author of the month.Local Author -
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September 2018Meet Datuk Jasni Matlani, our local author of the monthLocal Author -
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Quote of The Day
"One glance at a book and you hear the voice of another person, perhaps someone dead for 1,000 years. To read is to voyage through time." – Carl Sagan
Headquarters Opening Hours
Closed on Public Holidays, Except for Tanjung Aru Library Branch