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Valenzuela City's 400th founding anniversary

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Valenzuela City's 400th founding anniversary

An evening of history, arts, fashion, and local culture

By Jane Kingsu-Cheng

The City of Valenzuela culminated their 400th founding anniversary last Nov. 26, 2023 with the inauguration of Casa de Polo in Barangay Poblacion by Mayor Wes Gatchalian with guest of honor, First Lady Louise Araneta-Marcos. The city council joined them as they unveiled the building’s marker.

valenzuela 2.jpg — First Lady Louise Araneta-Marcos, Valenzuela City Mayor Wes Gatchalian, Mayoresses Tiffany Gatchalian

Casa de Polo Arnold Quizol.jpg — Tiffany Gatchalian, Wes Gatchalian,First Lady Louise Araneta-Marcos, Vice Mayor Lorie Natividad-Borja, and members of the City Council

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The newly built structure is a heritage-themed event center nestled between historical structures within the city. Museo de Polo is located inside, a museum that highlights a curation of artworks that reflect the colorful history of Pueblo de Polo.

Casa de Polo Arnold Quizol (1).jpg — Liam Gatchalian (son), Mayor Wes Gatchalian,1st District Councilor Ricar Enriquez, and Senator Grace Poe

valenzuela 1.jpg — Tim Yap, Tiffany Gatchalian, Senator Grace Poe, Aileen Uy, SM Supermalls President Steven Tan

Tim Yap.jpg — Host Tim Yap

This inauguration was followed by the launch of the city’s coffee table book, “Valenzuela: History and Progress,” showcasing its rich heritage and historical progress in a span of 400 years. Guests were then treated to a fashion show that featured the works of the city’s pride designers—Michael Leyva, Robbie Santos, and Daniel Manila. Their stylish creations were presented in three themes of Polo (agricultural background), Fatima (cultural heritage), and Agos (future and innovation).

Casa de Polo Arnold Quizol (2).jpg — Designers Daniel Manila, Michael Leyva, Robbie Santos

Casa de Polo Adrian Ardiente's folder.jpg — Models in runway pieces

Secretary Mon Lopez, Senator Mark Villar, and Valenzuela City Mayor Wes Gatchalian.jpg — Secretary Mon Lopez, Senator Mark Villar, and Valenzuela City Mayor Wes Gatchalian

Sheraleen Chan-Tiu, Aileen Uy, Rachelle Tan-Stern, Nicole Whisenhunt, and Jasper Tiu.png — Sheraleen Chan-Tiu, Aileen Uy, Rachelle Tan-Stern, Nicole Whisenhunt, and Jasper Tiu

Spotted at the event were host Tim Yap, Senators Grace Poe and Mark Villar, Secretary Mon Lopez, San Juan Mayor Francis Zamora and wife Keri, SM Supermalls President Steven Tan, to name a few.

Photos from Arnold Quizol, Adrian Ardiente, Ouie Sanchez, Mel Dolorico, and Ralph Marco.

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