CONTACT INFORMATION
Quezon City Public Library
- QCPL
- Gate 3, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City
- 8922-4060 / 8927-9834
- [email protected]
- http://www.quezoncitypubliclibrary.org/
About Us
Description
The Quezon City Public Library takes charge of the acquisition, collection, organization, distribution, and preservation of books and non-book materials to meet the needs of the reading public. QCLP manages the dissemination of information through books and non-book materials that promote the educational, economic, moral, social, and cultural well-being of the city populace. QCLP also facilitates the use of the library as a venue for audio-visual presentations and other kinds of exhibition and activities.
Mission
Provide quality resources and services to meet the changing needs of the community through the introduction of innovative techniques for the advancement of learning and literacy.
Train and develop the staff to be equipped with the needed skills and competencies and strive to be an innovator in public library services.
Foster strong linkage and partnership among government and non-government agencies both local and international.
Vision
The QCPL envisions itself to be a premier and world class public library, responsive to the information and research needs of the community.
Legal Bases
- Republic Act 411, An Act To Provide For The Establishment, Operation And Maintenance Of Municipal Libraries Throughout The Philippines, Appropriating Fund Therefor.
- City Ordinance No. 3559, S.1957, Prescribing The Powers And Duties Of Quezon City Librarian And Superintendent, Quezon City, And Promulgating Rules And Regulations For The Operations Thereof.
- Republic Act 7743, An Act Providing For The Establishment Of Congressional, City And Municipal Libraries And Barangay Reading Centers Throughout The Philippines, Appropriating The Necessary Funds Therefor And For Other Purposes.
- City Ordinance No. SP-2291, S.2014, An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 3559 Series Of 1957, Prescribing The Powers And Duties Of Quezon City Librarian And Superintendent, Quezon City, And Promulgating Rules And Regulations For The Operations Thereof.
- City Ordinance No. 2597, S.2017, An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 3559, S.1957, As Amended By Ordinance No. SP-2291, S.2014, Thereby Expanding The Role Of The Quezon City Library And Information Center To Include Print And Digital Publishing Services.
Service Pledge
Provide efficient and accurate information to our clients through available relevant resources in different formats.
Develop human resources to become fully aware of our duties as professionals, be accountable in everything we do, and be respectful in dealing with our clients, co-employees, and duly constituted authorities.
Continue to be an influence to other public libraries in the country, being the leader in public library service through our innovative strategies and initiatives.
Attend to all applicants, clients, and requesting parties who are within the premises of the office prior to the end of official working hours and during lunch break.
Services
Readers Services/Reference Services
Temporarily unavailable due to IATF-EID Guidelines declaring Metro Manila under GCQ Alert Level 4 beginning September 2021 until further notice).
Guides library clientele to efficiently access and use reference materials and faster retrieval.
“Ask-A-Librarian” Online Reference Service
Assists our clients in real time by providing reference materials, suggesting E-resources, and answering queries about our services and programs. Research request will be processed within the day, during weekdays.
Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC)
Provides free access to the online catalog database of all the book collections and other related materials in the library which can be searched by title, subject and author.
Link to OPAC http://opac.quezoncitypubliclibrary.org/
Quezon City Library Repository Online System (QC LIBROS)
Provides free access to scanned copies of the full text of QC local history collections, news articles, QC ordinances and resolutions, and other laws.
Link to QC LIBROS http://libros.quezoncitypubliclibrary.org:8080/jspui/
Publication Services
Researches and publishes material on QC local history, its people, places, and events to form part of our local history collections.
E-Government Services
Temporarily unavailable due to IATF-EID Guidelines declaring Metro Manila under GCQ Alert Level 4 beginning September 2021 until further notice).
Provides assistance to patrons who have no access to internet or are not computer literate in registering or accessing government portals such as NBI, PSA, Philhealth, GSIS, and etc.
Programs
Online Library Tour and Orientation

Online Digital Literacy

Library Organization
(temporarily unavailable due to the COVID-19)

Book Mobile
(temporarily unavailable due to the COVID-19)

Virtual Bookmobile through the QCPL FB Page

Online Storytelling

Share-A-Book (for pick up only/temporarily suspended)

Aklatang Gala
(temporarily unavailable due to the COVID-19)

Community Book Pantries

Guides
How to Apply for a Library Card
Temporarily unavailable due to IATF-EID Guidelines declaring Metro Manila under GCQ Alert Level 4 beginning September 16, 2021 until further notice).
Reminder: As per Ordinance 2597, S-2017, amending Ordinance No. 2291, S-2014, only bonafide Quezon City residents may apply for a library card.
Steps:
- Proceed to QCPL Information Desk to present and submit photocopy of the following:
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- One (1) valid government/student ID or Barangay Clearance.
- Old library card (for renewal)
- Affidavit of loss (for replacement of lost library card).
- One (1) valid government ID of guarantor or guardian (for minor).
The following shall be eligible to act as a guarantor:
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- A parent or a legal guardian of the minor applicant
- A Quezon City government official or employee, except those of the Quezon City public libraries.
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- Fill-out Library Card Application form.
- An Order of Payment will be issued by the Information Desk Staff to pay your Library Card Application fee.
Particulars | Fee |
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New Library Card | Php60.00 |
Renewal | Php60.00 |
Replacement for loss library card (for public school students) | Php30.00 |
Replacement for loss library card (for other library users) | Php50.00 |
Replacement for subsequent loss | Php100.00 |
- Proceed to the Miscellaneous Cashier at Treasurer’s Office to settle the Library Card Application fee.
- Submit the duly filled application form with the attached photocopies of your presented I. Ds and official receipt.
- Proceed to QCPL MIS Section for biometric procedure.
- Wait 10-15 minutes for the printing and releasing of your Library Card.
Library Card Privileges:
✔ Can borrow fiction books for home-reading
✔ Computer and internet use.
✔ Other services to be determined by the City Librarian.
Validity Period:
Library Card User | Validity Period |
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Elementary Student | Upon graduating from Elementary School |
High School Student | Upon graduating from High School |
For QC Gov. Employees | Valid until their retirement or Separation from Service |
For other library card user | Valid for (2) years |
How to Use the “Ask-A-Librarian” Online Reference Service
Steps:
Through QCPL Website
- Click this link http://www.quezoncitypubliclibrary.org/ or copy and paste it on your internet browser.
- At the bottom right of the QCPL page, click the “Ask-A-Librarian” chat box.
- Begin to chat by giving your full name and email address, followed by the details about your reference material (title, subject and/or author), or topic of your research study.
- A librarian will promptly respond in the chat box to process your request.
Through QCPL Facebook Messenger
- Click QCPL Facebook page or copy this link https://www.facebook.com/quezoncitypubliclibrary on your internet browser.
- Send a message, your full name and contact number, followed by the details of about your research needs.
- You will be promptly assisted to process your request.
How to Borrow Fiction Books for Home Reading
Temporarily unavailable due to IATF-EID Guidelines declaring Metro Manila under GCQ Alert Level 4 beginning September 16, 2021 until further notice).
Steps:
- Sign in to the User’s Registration form at the Readers Services Division.
- Search to the QCPL OPAC to check the availability of the fiction books you wish to borrow, or you may direct to the Fiction corner at the Information Desk to browse the shelves.
- Present your QCPL library card to the Reference Librarian, and sign the book card.
- You may borrow at least (2) fiction books for one week.
- Return the fiction books on or before the due date to avoid overdue fines.
Overdue fines computed at a rate of Php1.00 x total overdue days. - To settle overdue fines, pay for the total amount at the Miscellaneous Cashier at Treasurer’s Office. Secure an official receipt and submit a photocopy to the QCPL Information Desk.
- Claim your library card.
How to Research Books and other Reference Materials
Temporarily unavailable due to IATF-EID Guidelines declaring Metro Manila under GCQ Alert Level 4 beginning September 16, 2021 until further notice).
The library is open to the general public – students, professionals, out of school youth, children, senior citizens, officials and employees of the City Hall and others including PWDs who may wish to conduct research or spend their leisure time reading. All books and other materials are for room-use only.
Steps:
- Fill up the User’s Registration form at the Readers Services Division.
- Search to the QCPL OPAC to check the availability of the books and other materials you wish to borrow. You may also ask assistance from the Reference Librarian on duty.
- Once you have found the book you need or other materials related to your research study, write the details of the book on a slip of paper, including the title, location, and call number showed at the OPAC screen, and present it to the Reference Librarian for faster retrieval.
- Present your QCPL library card to the Reference Librarian, and sign the book card.
- You may borrow (2) books at a time for the Readers area.
- Ask permission to the librarian on-duty if you wish to photocopy portions of a book. Note that you can only photocopy limited pages or at most 10% portion of the book.
- Once you finish reading, return the book to the Reference Librarian and claim your QCPL Library Card.
How to Use the QCPL Online Appointment System
Temporarily unavailable due to IATF-EID Guidelines declaring Metro Manila under GCQ Alert Level 4 beginning September 16, 2021 until further notice).
QCPL will open from Monday to Friday, 8 am to 3 pm only. We will be conducting regular disinfection in the library premises to ensure the safety of staff and the clients from 3:00-5:00 pm. QCPL will only accept 30% of the total regular daily clients on a first come, first served basis to regulate minimum health standard protocol of at least 1-meter apart, in compliance to IATF-EID Guidelines.
No face mask and face shield, no entry.
Allow up to (2) hours limit per visit.
Secure your appointment at least one week ahead of the desired schedule of visit.
To book an appointment:
- Click QCPL Online Appointment or copy and paste this link http://appointment.quezoncitypubliclibrary.org/onlineappointment/ on your internet browser.
- Fill out all the required fields, including your full name, contact number, and purpose of visit.
- Select the desired date and time of visit and click ‘SUBMIT’
- You will receive a confirmation of your appointment via your registered email address.
How to Donate Books and other Reading Materials
Temporarily suspended due to IATF-EID Guidelines declaring Metro Manila under GCQ Alert Level 4 beginning September 2021 until further notice).
The Quezon City Public Library is always grateful to receive and accept donations of books and other reading materials from various donors like civic-spirited individuals, foundations, organizations, and friends of the library that help augment and increase library collections.
Steps:
- Drop-off the books at QCPL with the guard on duty.
- Our staff will ask you to read and fill out the Donation Policy Form.
The Donation Policy:- All donated materials will be evaluated and assessed by the Collection Development librarian.
- Books and other reading materials will be disposed of if these are in poor physical condition/poor appearance; unneeded and inexpensive reprints; or have obsolete and outdated content.
- Selected materials will be processed with the option to be distributed to the Main Library, Branch Libraries, and recipients of the Share-A-Book program.
- QCPL reserves the right to dispose of all donated materials without the consent of the donor if found to be under the number 2 policy.
- QCPL does not accept inquiries from donors regarding their donated materials.
- All donations become the property of QCPL and are not returnable.
- Donations will undergo a 3-day quarantine period and UV light sterilization before the assessment of the librarian.
- Upon completion of the Donation Policy form, the Technical Division will now accept the book donations.
Note: For donation of Thesis/Dissertation, you may request for a Certificate of Donation (for academic requirement).
Department Directory
Department Head
Ms. Mariza G. Chico
Officer-in-Charge, City Librarian
(City Government Assistant Department Head III)
8922-4060 / 8927-9834
[email protected]
Ms. Lucila R. Raquino
OIC, Assistant City Librarian
(Librarian V)
8922-4060 / 8927-9834
[email protected]
Divisions / Sections
Divisions
Division | Officer Name | Office Address | Contact Information |
Administrative Services Division | Atty. Stephanie Siason-Contreras Head, Attorney III | Gate 3, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City | 8922-4060 / 8927-9834 [email protected] |
Budget and Financial Management Section | Atty. Stephanie Siason-Contreras Head, Attorney III | Gate 3, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City | 8922-4060 / 8927-9834 [email protected] |
Human Resource and Management Section | Ms. Janet B. Alday Librarian III | Gate 3, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City | 8922-4060 / 8927-9834 [email protected] |
Management Information Services Section | Mr. Edward B. Bayani Computer Operator III | Gate 3, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City | 8922-4060 / 8927-9834 [email protected] |
Records, Supplies, Inventory, and Maintenance Section | Ms. Maria Teresa T. Salon Administrative Officer V | Gate 3, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City | 8922-4060 / 8927-9834 [email protected] |
District Libraries Division | Ms. Analiza C. Martinez Head, Librarian V | Gate 3, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City | 8922-4060 / 8927-9834 [email protected] |
Library Extension Division | Ms. Donna Mae G. Estoque OIC, Librarian III | Gate 3, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City | 8922-4060 / 8927-9834 [email protected] |
Educational & Recreational Section | Mr. Alistair Troy Lacsamana Librarian III | Gate 3, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City | 8922-4060 / 8927-9834 [email protected] |
e-Government Section | Mr. Charles Pasicolan OIC, Librarian III | Gate 3, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City | 8922-4060 / 8927-9834 [email protected] |
Publication Section | Mr. Paulo Dominik Daulat Librarian III | Gate 3, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City | 8922-4060 / 8927-9834 [email protected] |
Readers Services Division | Ms. Mary Ann L. Bernal Head, Librarian V | Gate 3, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City | 8922-4060 / 8927-9834 [email protected] |
Filipiniana and Local History Section | Ms. Eleanor M. Sampiano Librarian III | Gate 3, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City | 8922-4060 / 8927-9834 [email protected] |
Law Research Section | Ms. Ana Katrina T. Honrade OIC, Librarian II | Gate 3, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City | 8922-4060 / 8927-9834 [email protected] |
Periodicals Section | Ms. Rowena G. Garcia Librarian III | Gate 3, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City | 8922-4060 / 8927-9834 [email protected] |
Reference Section | Ms. Jennifer R. Leoncio Librarian III | Gate 3, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City | 8922-4060 / 8927-9834 [email protected] |
Technical Services Division | Ms. Manica M. Cortes Head, Librarian V | Gate 3, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City | 8922-4060 / 8927-9834 [email protected] |
Binding and Preservation Section | Ms. Andria Renee A. Teope OIC, Librarian II | Gate 3, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City | 8922-4060 / 8927-9834 [email protected] |
Cataloging Section | Ms. Ma. Victoria S. Manuel Librarian III | Gate 3, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City | 8922-4060 / 8927-9834 [email protected] |
Collection Development Section | Ms. Cherry M. Taruc Librarian III | Gate 3, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City | 8922-4060 / 8927-9834 [email protected] |
District Libraries
DISTRICT LIBRARIES | Officer Name | Office Address | Contact Information |
District I Libraries | Ms. Analiza T. Puno District Supervisor, Librarian III | Road 15 cor. Road 19 Barangay Bahay Toro, Project 8, Quezon City | 7148-4949 [email protected] |
Bagong Pag-asa Branch Library | Ms. Analiza T. Puno District Supervisor, Librarian III | Road 9 beside Basketball Court, Barangay Bagong Pag-asa, Quezon City (Under renovation) | 7148-4486 [email protected] |
Balingasa Branch Library | Ms. Analiza T. Puno District Supervisor, Librarian III | 100 Balingasa Street, Barangay Balingasa, 2nd floor, Crisologo Bldg., Balintawak, Quezon City | 7393-2912 [email protected] |
Masambong Branch Library | Ms. Analiza T. Puno District Supervisor, Librarian III | 2nd Floor, Multi-Purpose Bldg., 4 Capoas Street, Barangay Masambong, Quezon City | 7393-3212 [email protected] |
Project 7 Branch Library | Ms. Analiza T. Puno District Supervisor, Librarian III | Bansalangin cor, Palomaria Street Barangay Veterans, Quezon City | 7120-6345 [email protected] |
Project 8 District Library | Ms. Analiza T. Puno District Supervisor, Librarian III | Road 15 cor. Road 19 Barangay Bahay Toro, Project 8, Quezon City | 7148-4949 [email protected] |
District II Libraries | Ms. Chona C. Masbate District Supervisor Administrative Officer III | Clemente Street, Phase 3, Barangay Payatas B, Quezon City | 8711-6330 [email protected] |
Payatas Landfill Branch Library | Ms. Chona C. Masbate District Supervisor Administrative Officer III | Visayas Street, Group 3, Area B, Payatas, Quezon City (Under renovation) | 8711-6330 [email protected] |
Payatas Lupang Pangako District Library | Ms. Chona C. Masbate District Supervisor Administrative Officer III | Clemente Street, Phase 3, Barangay Payatas B, Quezon City | 8711-6330 [email protected] |
Bagong Silangan Branch Library | Ms. Maria Luisa P. Malonga Library-In-Charge, Administrative Aide IV (Bookbinder II) | 2nd flr., Bonifacio Street corner Villamor Street, Barangay Bagong Silangan, Quezon City (New Branch) | 8711-6330 [email protected] |
Holy Spirit Branch Library | Ms. Sonia E. Bautista Librarian-In-Charge Librarian I | 6 Faustino St. Isidora Hills Subd. Barangay Holy Spirit, 2nd Flr. Barangay Hall, Quezon City (New Branch) | 8711-6330 [email protected] |
District III Libraries | Ms. Prima S. Alabata District Supervisor Librarian III | 2nd floor SB Multi-Purpose Building, Magat Salamat Street, Barangay Marilag, | 7393-2612 [email protected] |
Escopa II Branch Library | Ms. Prima S. Alabata District Supervisor Librarian III | Escopa I, Barangay Escopa II, Quezon City | 8709-5965 [email protected] |
Escopa III Branch Library | Ms. Maribel M. Felonia Library-In-Charge Bookbinder II | 2nd Floor Multi-purpose Building PUD Site, Barangay Escopa 3 Quezon City | 8709-5965 [email protected] |
Greater Project 4 District Library | Ms. Prima S. Alabata District Supervisor Librarian III | 2nd floor SB Multi-Purpose Building, Magat Salamat Street, Barangay Marilag, Quezon City | 7393-2612 [email protected] |
Tagumpay Branch Library | Ms. Prima S. Alabata District Supervisor Librarian III | 3rd floor, 2B P. Tuason Boulevard, Barangay Tagumpay Quezon City | 7393-2612 [email protected] |
District IV Libraries | Ms. Jeniffer R. Adajo District Supervisor Librarian III | Lions International Building K-3rd St. cor. EDSA, Brgy. Kamuning, Quezon City | 7121-9756 [email protected] |
Cubao District Library | Ms. Jeniffer R. Adajo District Supervisor Librarian III | Lions International Building K-3rd St. cor. EDSA, Brgy. Kamuning, Quezon City | 7121-9756 [email protected] |
Krus Na Ligas Branch Library | Ms. Jeniffer R. Adajo District Supervisor Librarian III | 2nd floor, Daza Hall Bldg., P. Francisco Street Barangay Krus na Ligas, Quezon City | 7915-4549 [email protected] |
Roxas Branch Library | Ms. Edalyn F. De Guzman Library-In-Charge, Clerk II | 8 Jasmin Street, Barangay Roxas, Quezon City | 7393-2812 [email protected] |
San Isidro Galas Branch Library | Ms. Mary Joy P. Gonzales Librarian-In-Charge, Librarian II | Ground floor, Barangay Hall, Barangay San Isidro-Galas, Quezon City | 7148-6233 [email protected] |
District V Library | Mr. Bienvenido Ongkiko OIC, District Supervisor Computer Operator III | 2nd floor, Atty. Vargas Building, Ascension Road, Barangay Greater Lagro, Quezon City | 8711-6130 [email protected] |
Lagro Branch Library | Mr. Bienvenido Ongkiko OIC, District Supervisor Computer Operator III | 2nd floor, Atty. Vargas Building, Ascension Road, Barangay Greater Lagro, Quezon City | 8711-6130 [email protected] |
Novaliches Branch Library | Mr. Bienvenido Ongkiko OIC, District Supervisor Computer Operator III | SB Plaza Quirino Highway, Barangay Novaliches Proper, Quezon City (Under Renovation) | 8711-6130 [email protected] |
North Fairview Branch Library | Mr. Bienvenido Ongkiko OIC, District Supervisor Computer Operator III | North Fairview Brgy. Hall Brookside cor. Brimley St. Fairville Subdivision, North Fairview, Quezon City | 7276-68-56 [email protected] |
District VI Libraries | Ms. Myrene M. Melanio District Supervisor Librarian II | Luzon Ave. cor. Diego Silang Street, Barangay Pasong Tamo, Quezon City | 8932-3042 [email protected] |
Pasong Tamo District Library | Ms. Myrene M. Melanio District Supervisor Librarian II | Luzon Ave. cor. Diego Silang Street, Barangay Pasong Tamo, Quezon City | 8932-3042 [email protected] |
Talipapa Branch Library | Ms. Myrene M. Melanio District Supervisor Librarian II | 506 Quirino H-way Brgy. Talipapa Novaliches, Quezon City | 7148-4490 [email protected] |
Sagana Homes I Branch Library | Ms. Shaira May H. Adriatico Library-In-Charge, Clerk II | Block 1, Lot 3 Sagana Homes I, Subdivision, Barangay Culiat, Quezon City | 7006-0247 [email protected] |
Spotlight
Local Book Collections

QC MILESTONES: TIMELINE OF EVENTS THAT SHAPED A GREAT CITY: 1588 – JUNE 30, 2016
Main Researcher, Lucila R. Raquiño ; Main Photographer, Rome Mariano
Published by Quezon City Public Library, 2017

HISTORY OF QC BARANGAYS: JOURNEY TO EARLY BEGINNINGS OF QUEZON CITY BARANGAYS
Prepared by Quezon City Public Library, Publication Services
Published by Quezon City Public Library, 2019

FACETS OF FAITH: DISCOVERING THE CHURCH HERITAGE OF QUEZON CITY
By Malacura, Billy Ray C.
Published by Quezon City Government, 2017

WALKING THE CITY OF LITERATURE : A FILM AND LITERARY GUIDE TO QUEZON CITY
Written and edited by Sarge Lacuesta and Mookie Katigbak-Lacuesta
Publisherd by RPD Publications, 2020
Newly Acquired Books

VISUAL ATLAST OF SCIENCE
By Fabián Cassan
Published by Editorial Sol 90, 2018

PATTERNS FOR THE FILIPINO DRESS: FROM THE TRAJE DE MESTIZA TO THE TERNO, (1980s-1960s)
By Salvador F. Bernal and Georgina R. Encanto: with photographs by Francis L. Escaler
Published by Cultural Center of the Philippines, 1992

CULTURAL CENTER OF THE PHILIPPINES ENCYCLOPEDIA OF PHILIPPINE ART
By Cultural Center of the
Published by Cultural Center of the Philippines, 2017
Newsletter

QUEZONIAN NEWSLETTER : THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF QUEZON CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Volume 15, Issue 2 April – June 2021
By QCPL, Publication Services
Downloadable Forms
Resources
QCPL Citizen Charter 2021 (2nd Ed.)
QCPL Citizen Charter 2023
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