Singapore Library - Double Up On Your Reading!

Do you know that libraries across Singapore now allowed members to borrow double the amount of reading materials from 26 May - 31 July? If not, it is still not too late to start borrowing and reading more than ever on your favorite materials now. More information is available in their announcement webpage here. 

Poster obtained from NLBS, click to enlarge.

Happy reading folks!




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