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1/ “The Golden Age of the Sui and Tang Dynasties Depicted in Dunhuang Murals” Roving Exhibition
| Date: | 2026/7/1 (Wednesday) to 2026/7/31 (Friday) |
| Time: | Library Opening Hours |
| Venue: | Po On Road Public Library |
| Description: | Dunhuang, a pivotal hub along the ancient Silk Road, is renowned worldwide for its rich cultural heritage. The murals within the Dunhuang Caves depict scenes of daily life, rare treasures and figures ranging from officials to common folk. These portrayals encapsulate the ancient society, showcasing the multicultural tapestry of Dunhuang as an important stop on the Silk Road and offering a glimpse into the social landscape of the past. This roving exhibition uses panels to showcase the exquisite murals from the Dunhuang Caves, recreating the rich tapestry of life during the Sui and Tang dynasties. It takes audiences to explore the splendour of a millennium past, immersing in Dunhuang art and the openness and prosperity of Sui and Tang society. |
1/ Book Display: World Literature
| Date: | 2026/4/1 (Wednesday) to 2026/4/30 (Thursday) |
| Time: | Library Opening Hours |
| Venue: | Po On Road Public Library |
2/ Children's Book Display: Enchanted April
| Date: | 2026/4/1 (Wednesday) to 2026/4/30 (Thursday) |
| Time: | Library Opening Hours |
| Venue: | Po On Road Public Library |
1/ Roving Exhibition on Reading Supernova of Reading Programme for Children and Youth in 2024-2025
| Date: | 2026/4/1 (Wednesday) to 2026/4/26 (Sunday) |
| Time: | Library Opening Hours |
| Venue: | Po On Road Public Library |
1/ "Monthly Meeting of Joyful Reading" of Reading Programme for Children and Youth: Interesting Languages (Senior Primary )
| Date: | 2026/4/25 (Saturday) |
| Time: | 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
| Venue: | Po On Road Public Library |
1/ Storytelling for Children (Cantonese)
| Date: | 2026/4/25 (Saturday) |
| Time: | 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. |
| Venue: | Po On Road Public Library (Extension Activities Room) |
2/ Storytelling for Children (Cantonese)
| Date: | 2026/4/18 (Saturday) |
| Time: | 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. |
| Venue: | Po On Road Public Library (Extension Activities Room) |
3/ Storytelling for Children (Cantonese)
| Date: | 2026/4/11 (Saturday) |
| Time: | 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. |
| Venue: | Po On Road Public Library (Extension Activities Room) |
4/ Storytelling for Children (Cantonese)
| Date: | 2026/4/4 (Saturday) |
| Time: | 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. |
| Venue: | Po On Road Public Library (Extension Activities Room) |
1/ Introduction to Library Catalogue / Internet / Electronic Resource (Junior)
| Date: | 2026/4/24 (Friday) |
| Time: | 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
| Venue: | Po On Road Public Library |
2/ Introduction to Library Catalogue / Internet / Electronic Resource (Adult)
| Date: | 2026/4/17 (Friday) |
| Time: | 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
| Venue: | Po On Road Public Library |
3/ Introduction to Library Catalogue / Internet / Electronic Resource (Junior)
| Date: | 2026/4/10 (Friday) |
| Time: | 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
| Venue: | Po On Road Public Library |
1/ “Shakespearean Playtime: Parent-child Emotional Exploration Series” Workshop
| Date: | 2026/4/5 (Sunday) |
| Time: | 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. |
| Venue: | Po On Road Public Library |
| Description: | “The Merchant of Venice” Theme: Friendship The workshop recreates scenes from Shakespeare's works through storytelling. Participants will explore the narratives and characters' emotions with handicrafts and games so as to recognise and manage these emotions in daily lives. Parents can gain insight into children's inner feelings and encourage communication and understand their children. |
1/ Book Display: Leader in Technology
| Date: | 2026/3/1 (Sunday) to 2026/3/31 (Tuesday) |
| Time: | Library Opening Hours |
| Venue: | Po On Road Public Library |
2/ Children's Book Display: Secrets of Human Body
| Date: | 2026/3/1 (Sunday) to 2026/3/31 (Tuesday) |
| Time: | Library Opening Hours |
| Venue: | Po On Road Public Library |
1/ “Early Chinese Photography Collection of Moonchu Foundation” Roving Exhibition
| Date: | 2026/3/1 (Sunday) to 2026/3/31 (Tuesday) |
| Time: | Library Opening Hours |
| Venue: | Po On Road Public Library |
| Description: | Photographs capture transient moments. As they are duplicated, the moments are preserved, rendering history tangible through visual documentation and allowing one to visualise scenes that are long gone. The Chinese photography collection of the Moonchu Foundation held by the Hong Kong Museum of History includes more than 20,000 photographic works and related books and periodicals. The majority date from the late 19th century to the early 20th century, documenting significant historical events and military campaigns alongside urban landscapes and folk customs of the period from both macro and micro perspectives. This exhibition presents selected photographs from this collection to reveal the visage of China a century ago. |
1/ "Monthly Meeting of Joyful Reading" of Reading Programme for Children and Youth: Wild Animals (Family )
| Date: | 2026/3/28 (Saturday) |
| Time: | 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
| Venue: | Po On Road Public Library |
