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"Library-on-Wheels"

Library-on-Wheels

To further promote a city-wide reading culture, the Hong Kong Public Libraries (HKPL) will enhance library outreach activities and launch the "Library-on-Wheels" project. These specially designed trucks will be retrofitted to serve as "Library-on-Wheels," visiting locations with higher pedestrian traffic that are far from existing library facilities in a convenient manner. About 300 books on a specific theme will be selected for readers to borrow. Self-borrowing and returning equipment and tablets are also available. The pilot project aims to promote theme-based reading, library self-checkout service, e-books, electronic resources and online services, and familiarise non-frequent library users with the vast resources and accessible services of public libraries.

The pilot project will also dovetail the "Pop-up Library" with diversified and vibrant outdoor activities to promote reading and library services in the community in weekends or public holidays.

Activities Organised by the Library-on-Wheels

Borrowing of Books through Self-service Equipment
About 300 Chinese and English books on a specific theme will be selected for registered readers of the HKPL to borrow through self-service equipment. Patrons are also welcome to return books borrowed from Hong Kong Public Libraries through the bookdrop.
e-Reading Experience
Patrons can experience the fun of e-reading, borrow and read e-books and e-magazines anywhere and anytime, and explore a wide range of HKPL’s e-databases for knowledge acquisition or leisure reading.
Reading Promotion Activities
Interactive activities such as colouring, fun crafts and quizzes will be held on a regular basis. Themed book displays, storytelling sessions and cultural programmes will be organised on Saturdays and Sundays.

Event Calendar of the Library-on-Wheels

^{Suspended on the following days}
- New Year's Day, the First, Second and Third Day of the Chinese New Year, Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day
- Scheduled weekly closing day for regular maintenance and cleaning
- Arrangements for Libraries during Inclement Weather Conditions

^*Last updated on 30 April 2025. Actual arrangements are subject to circumstances of the days of activities. Programmes are subject to change without prior notice.


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