Indie Bookstore Hosts Sabana Culture Workshops
The 'Lost Books' independent bookstore in Cebu is highlighted for its role in promoting regional stories. Co-founder Donald opened the shop after observing a lack of representation at the London Book Fair and mainstream bookstores. The shop features local art, sketches, and a mural of endemic flora and fauna. It reflects Cebuano culture's insistence on telling its own stories. A bookstore in Cebu City is highlighting regional stories and local art to increase representation of Sabana culture. The initiative aims to ensure local stories are told through dedicated cultural representation. It includes a 'Sibu Making Space' where visitors can engage in creative activities. An independent bookstore in Cebu City is hosting cultural exchange workshops featuring traditional Filipino crafts. Activities include weaving workshops alongside the use of modern tools like 3D printers and laser cutters.
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“It holds a special place in my heart because it's one of the first indie bookshops in Cebu at least since I moved to the city back in 2016.”
“overall it really reveals that the Sabana culture is fiercely insistent on telling their own stories. Because the founder, Donald, co-founder rather, opened the shop after noticing how few regional stories were represented”
“It really reveals that the Sabana culture is fiercely insistent on telling their own stories. Because the founder, Donald, co-founder rather, opened the shop after noticing how few regional stories were represented.”
“They also have workshops like a post-op weaving workshop, which is a traditional Filipino craft technique. It's really different because you've made something with your hands alongside locals.”
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