In line with their advocacy of supporting literature in the country, instilling a love of reading, and promoting creativity among Filipinos, Book Nook recently held events this July to underscore the importance of literature in the brain development of a child, as well as help vloggers and content creators improve their art. The events took place at the Book Nook branch in SM Aura in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City. Book Nook celebrate National Children’s Book Day Last July 16, Book Nook, in partnership with the International Board on Books for Young People – Philippines, Quezon City Public Library, hosted a fun activity for children consisting of several activities that revolved around reading and literature, in celebration of National Children’s Book Day. A total of 40 children and parents from Brgy. East Rembo in Taguig City were treated to an afternoon of activities designed to pique their curiosity and imagination, including a puppet show, a storytelling session, and a read-aloud session. Through the activity, Book Nook aims to nurture children’s love for literature and promote the habit of reading among them. Camerahaus holds “VlogCon” in partnership with Book Nook Last July 20, Book Nook hosted a VlogCon led by Camerahaus, the biggest photography retailer in the Philippines. The event was aimed at teaching the basics of vlogging and content creation and providing tips and best practices to aspiring and seasoned vloggers and content creators alike Over 600 participants joined the event, where a number of respected content creators educated the attendees on how they can enhance their vlogs and content creation process During the event, the several speakers also talked about the importance of investing in the right equipment for the job, introducing them to the best vlogging equipment available today. To make the event even more exciting for the attendees, Camerahaus hosted numerous fun games, raffles, and contests, where the attendees took home peripherals which they can use for the vlogging and content creation. Book Nook: A growing community of literature lovers Book Nook, launched by SM Supermalls as an open and free library, aims to create a community where book lovers of all ages can share their passion for reading and literature with like-minded people. It serves as a hub where visitors can read books and even donate their own, contributing to the library’s continuous growth. For those who want to be part of a growing community of literature lovers, they can visit the Book Nook branch on the third level of SM Aura Premier in Bonifacio Global City in Taguig City. A new branch is also set to open at The Podium in Ortigas Center in Mandaluyong City. Through Book Nook, SM Cares aims to showcase its support for literature while providing an avenue for people of all ages to learn more about the world around them through reading, in line with its efforts to promote learning and its important role in nation building.