Valenzuela City's New Public Library Lets You Borrow Books for Free

This library is open to all.

Tagalag Public Library in Valenzuela City
PHOTO BY Facebook/Valenzuela City Library

(SPOT.ph) Great news for the citizens of Valenzuela City: A new public library has opened in the area, this time right in the district of Tagalag, a barangay known for its fish products. On May 22, The Tagalag Public Library had its grand opening, boasting different areas where visitors can create art, read books, research, and even print documents—all for free. It is open to the public, and they mean not just to Valenzuela City or Barangay Tagalag residents.

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Check out the new Tagalag Public Library in Valenzuela City:

The Tagalag Public Library was put up by Barangay Tagalag's previous (2018-2023) and current Sangguniang Kabataan councils with the aim of providing better access to information resources for residents of the district. The council's goal is to create better opportunities for the Tagalag community. 

Tagalag Public Library was spearheaded by Barangay Tagalag SK Council
PHOTO BY Facebook/Valenzuela City Library

The public library is a one-story building with three activity areas. There's an Art Corner where aspiring artists of any age can use art supplies for free. At the same time, it's also a space where art exhibitions can be held.

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Tagalag Public Library: Filipino books
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The Computer Area is where people can freely use the computer on hand to do online research and engage in online activities. Students are also free to print assignments and other paper documents, but only to a certain limit.

Tagalag Public Library: Computer Area
PHOTO BY Facebook/Valenzuela City Library

There's also a Reading Area where there are tables and chairs you can lounge on while reading. Go ahead and grab a book from the library's shelves—don't worry, borrowing books is also free. The reading selection includes fiction books and books about history, government, math, science, and economics. There are a few board games on the shelves too if you wish to take a break from reading or to rest your eyes from using the computer.

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Tagalag Public Library: Free Books
PHOTO BY Facebook/Valenzuela City Library
Tagalag Public Library: Reading Area
PHOTO BY Facebook/Valenzuela City Library

Tagalag Public Library is at 168 Balikatan Street, Tagalag, Valenzuela City. Open from Tuesday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, check out Tagalag Public Library's Facebook page.

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