On February 17, as part of the regional campaign “Oqytyn Olke”, a literary evening titled “Zhryym – Pyragym” was held, dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the birth of the poet, playwright, singer, and composer Bakir Tazhibayev.

As part of the regional campaign “Oqityn Olke – 2026” (“Reading Region – 2026”), the works of prominent representatives of Kazakh literature — Bakir Tazhibayev and Yertay Ashikbayev — were selected.