Articles

  • Dainim Rožkalnam – 95

    Dainim Rožkalnam – 95

    The artist has participated in approximately 300 exhibitions in Latvia and abroad, as well as held more than 50 personal exhibitions.

  • Apsīšu Jēkabam – 165

    Apsīšu Jēkabam – 165

    The stories of Apsīšu Jēkaba are realistic orientations in which moral and ethical problems are solved.

  • Voldemāram Irbem – 130

    Voldemāram Irbem – 130

    V. Irbe's creative heritage contributed to the growth of Latvian pastel painting in the 20th century. in the 70s.

  • .. a page from the question book.

    .. a page from the question book.

    The Gulbene County Library continues to fill the pages of the question book. This time, too, the answers are provided by a special person for our county, retired National Armed Forces Major General Juris Zeibārts, whose birthday is in September.

  • Adventure "By bike on the green!"

    Adventure "By bike on the green!"

    Traveling, own, wheels, green railway, scenic roads, nature of Latvia - key words that well describe our adventure of the thirtieth of June and the first of July.

  • Camp

    Camp

    From August 7 to 11, the fourth day camp for children "Following the clues 4" organized by Gulbene district library employees took place.

  • Top book

    Top book

    An insight into the life and works of Viļa Zvaigznīša

  • .. a page from the question book.

    .. a page from the question book.

    Continuing the started series of articles, we invited one of the founders of Gulbene TV, cameraman, teacher, musician Guntaru Eniku to answer the questions.

  • Dainai Ilvai – 85

    Dainai Ilvai – 85

    The poet, a nurse by profession and nature, was born on May 18, 1938 in "Smildziņās", Stāmerien parish.

  • Project training has started

    Project training has started

    At the beginning of October, in Italy, in the city of Soverato, the project "Digital skills for all" took place, where four participants participated and learned knowledge

  • Learning languages! Theme - autumn

    Learning languages! Theme - autumn

    As part of a European Solidarity Corps volunteer project, Sophie from the South Tyrol region of Italy invites you to learn different languages: blue - English, red - Latvian, purple - German and green - Italian.

  • Experience trip - for ideas and inspiration

    Experience trip - for ideas and inspiration

    Gulbene district librarians went on a professional development trip to the newest and most modern libraries in Latvia - Ogre Central, Ulbroka and Talsi Main Libraries.

  • Story night

    Story night

    The theme of the Gulbene city holiday "Journey" was introduced on Thursday evening by a story-telling evening organized by the Gulbene County Library together with a Gulbene native, passionate traveler Elina Bērziņa

  •  European Solidarity Corps program

    European Solidarity Corps program

    As part of a volunteer project, Sophie from the South Tyrol region of Italy invites you to learn different languages: blue - English, red - Latvian, purple - German and green - Italian.

  • .. a page from the notebook. Aija Dzērve.

    .. a page from the notebook. Aija Dzērve.

    We continue the series of articles we have started, in which we invite our locals to make a record in a notebook of questions and questions that were filled in during school times and allowed to get to know friends

  • Three-pronged anniversaries

    Three-pronged anniversaries

    Ludvigs Brūniņš – Diplomatic engineer and painter, conductor, teacher Sergejs Duks and writer, publisher Rudolfs Knoke.

  • The road to school!

    The road to school!

    Eduard von Wolf founded the Eduard school in Stāmeriena in 1845. Here in 1893 Sīmanis Svenne started his schooling.

  • Other Poruks

    Other Poruks

    What have others said about him - his contemporaries?

  • Ingmārs Līdaka

    Ingmārs Līdaka

    3rd grade students of Gulbene Secondary School will meet with a naturalist.

  • "Glad you look?"

    "Glad you look?"

    Did you know where joy arises and lives? The participants of the study SAGŠA know this.

  • Viesturs Ķerus

    Viesturs Ķerus

    16.09. Writer and bird researcher Viesturs Ķerus will visit Gulbene Secondary School.

  • Vineta Trimalniece

    Vineta Trimalniece

    On September 14, the author of the collection of stories "filled" visited the Gulbene district library.

  • Experience trip

    Experience trip

    On August 6, Gulbene district librarians went on an experience trip to Jurmala Central Library and Kocēni Parish 1st Library.

  • Today is the birthday of actor Uldis Anžem!

    Today is the birthday of actor Uldis Anžem!

    Uldis Anže was born on August 2, 1971 in Gulbene. Studied at the Latvian Academy of Music, Faculty of Culture and Art. Acting actor at the National Theater since 1993.

  • Water tower stories

    Water tower stories

    In cooperation with the association "Dēms" and the creative association "Fifth House", a story about the water towers of the city of Gulbene has been made. The exhibition can be viewed at the foot of the water tower - Gaitnieku Street 1, Gulbene and virtually - on the Gulbene County Library website. May this story of the water tower allow you to get to know and discover the city of Gulbene even more!

  • Mariss Vētra 19.07.1901.

    Mariss Vētra 19.07.1901.

    120 years ago - on July 19, 1901 - Mariss Vētra, one of the most outstanding Latvian opera singers and stage artists of his time, was born in the family of tenants Jēkabs and Emma Blumbergs in Tirza parish.

  • Outdoor reading room

    Outdoor reading room

    New from Gulbene district library - outdoor reading room! A new topic every week. We meet on Tuesdays from 10:00 to 14:00 and on Thursdays from 14:00 to 18:00.

  • Gulbene county 3 Imanti

    Gulbene county 3 Imanti

    Imantdays are connected with composer Imants Kalniņš, but Gulbene region also has its own Imants, which are proud of: Imants Kokars, Imants Cepītis , Imants Sakss

  • Useful e-journals

    Useful e-journals

    Gulbene district library offers various e-journals that can be useful in various life situations. Take a look, maybe what is useful for you too!

  • Alfred Gater - 100

    Alfred Gater - 100

    Linguist, literary critic and doctor A. Gāters was born on April 24, 1921 in Sprīvuļi, Kalncempju Parish.

  • Digital Week is over

    Digital Week is over

    From March 22 to 27, Digital Week took place all over Latvia and beyond. This is the 12th year that such a large event is being organized.

  • Rally "Sarma" history pages

    Rally "Sarma" history pages

    Usually motorsport fans gather on the side of Gulbene to attend the indispensable and traditional rally SARMA. As this year's event is unfortunately missing, we invite you to take a look at what it once was like.

  • Inspiration for the librarian's daily work

    Inspiration for the librarian's daily work

    On February 5, the second lesson of the SCCF project “Creativity and Innovations in Library Work” “Development of Library Services for Low-Income and Vulnerable Groups” took place.

  • 3td for e-BOOK library - 2 years

    3td for e-BOOK library - 2 years

    The interest of readers is based on the wide range of e-books on various topics and the user-friendly technological solution of the platform.

  • Librarians also study remotely

    Librarians also study remotely

    At the end of 2020, the SCCF project “Creativity and Innovation in Library Work” was approved. The project included 4 master classes on current topics for librarians.

  • The first episode of the series "BĻ * 1"

    The first episode of the series "BĻ * 1"

    Within the framework of the “Yard Panic” concept, a series of programs “BĻ * ONE” (“BĻ * 1”) has been created, the first episode of which is already available to viewers!

  • Historically important issues in a modern way

    Historically important issues in a modern way

    The Third Awakening and related historical aspects are an essential part of every Latvian. It is important to talk about the Third Awakening in a personal, interesting and understandable way.

  • Project “Time to meet! The libraries of Gulbene region are closed

    Project “Time to meet! The libraries of Gulbene region are closed

    Gulbene County Library was the initiator of the project “Time to Meet!”, The aim of which was to promote the availability of literature and the development of the cultural environment in Gulbene municipality, especially in Tirza and Lizuma parishes, also in Gulbene city.

  • Experiencing Camp "Following Threads 2"

    Experiencing Camp "Following Threads 2"

    From August 17 to 21, a children's day camp "Following the Threads 2" took place, organized by the Gulbene Regional Library. This was the second year that such a camp had been organized.

  • Virtual tour of museums around the world

    Virtual tour of museums around the world

    However, travel restrictions have also brought something positive. There are now virtually free access to so many museums and galleries around the world ! Let's share with some of them.

  • Exploratory expedition in Stāmeriena parish

    Exploratory expedition in Stāmeriena parish

    On August 14, 16 tireless participants of the expedition went to explore the Kalniena side of Stāmeriena parish. Thanks to the strong members of the expedition, who were not afraid of road dust and many kilometers!

  • We get to know Gulbene parks

    We get to know Gulbene parks

    On June 19, in an expedition organized by Gulbene County Library, we went to get to know Gulbene Parks together with Ilze Maras Janelis, an architect and researcher of Latvian manors and parks.

  • The Third Awakening and Fashion

    The Third Awakening and Fashion

    The evening of June 30 in the library of Gulbene region was especially joyful, because Asnate Smeltere - one of the first models who showed Latvia to the world - delighted the visitors with exciting stories.

  • The need for a swimming pool also in 1957

    The need for a swimming pool also in 1957

    At the time when swimming becomes relevant again, we offer to look at the Gulbene district newspaper Sarkanais Stars (No. 90, 01.08.1957) - what the people of Gulbene thought and wanted at that time.

  • Gulbene then and now

    Gulbene then and now

    On May 11, Gulbene County Library started publishing a series of photo collages "Then and Now" on its social network Facebook account, reflecting the changes that have affected the city in the period from the 20th century. 20s to the present.

  • Our motto - Inspire, engage, enable, unite!

    Our motto - Inspire, engage, enable, unite!

    The time from March 13 to May 15 was full of challenges for all of us, both librarians and readers. Great surprise, even fear, was quickly followed by understanding, imagination, and a reorganization of work.

  • E-resources for solving legal issues

    E-resources for solving legal issues

    We present more valuable resources that provide information on legal issues and possible actions / consequences in different life situations.

  • For the painter Pēteris Postažas - 80

    For the painter Pēteris Postažas - 80

    As an child, the artist has lived in Jaungulbene for some time, attended Gulbītis School. “I liked the park of Jaungulbene Castle with its trees and bushes.

  • Poetry days in Gulbene

    Poetry days in Gulbene

    September, as usual, is the month of Poetry Days throughout Latvia. In Gulbene district library, these days are always perceived as a real holiday!

  • Youth Camp "Following the Threads"

    Youth Camp "Following the Threads"

    This year, for the first time, the Gulbene County Library organized a camp for young people "Following the threads". On the morning of July 22, 12 participants from 11 to 13 years of age gathered in the children's library of Gulbene district library.

  • Gulbene district library "LAMPĀ"

    Gulbene district library "LAMPĀ"

    This year, the LAMPA talk festival was special for the staff of the Gulbene district library. In addition to the association "Dēms" and Gulbene municipality, the library was also actively involved in the tent "Life 50+".

  • Exploratory expedition in Litene parish

    Exploratory expedition in Litene parish

    Continuing to get to know the region and identify the cultural and historical heritage, the Gulbene Region Library organized three expeditions this spring within the framework of the project “Cognitive Expeditions in Gulbene Region”.

  • 22nd meeting-conference of LBB Vidzeme branch

    2019 16 - 17 July Gulbene, manor, will take place in Latvian Library Association (LBB) Vidzeme Chapter 22 gathering-conference "Creative Tour Vidzeme libraries to strengthen."

  • For Maya Kriegen - 80

    For Maya Kriegen - 80

    Singer (mezzo-soprano) Maija Kriegen was born on May 17, 1939 in Ranka. "I am a real peasant, from Ranka. My parents worked in a dairy. ” (Day, 5/19/1999)

  • Seminar "Debate Culture" is taking place

    On April 1, in the interactive seminar “Debate Culture”, 10th and 11th grade students and other interested people met to gain knowledge and practical skills on useful and topical topics - argumentation and public speaking.

  • Where does the river start?

    Where does the river start?

    On World Water Day, March 22, the much-sung beauty of Vidzeme, Gauja, was built in honor of the library.