Hong kong central library is the largest library in hong kong, flagship library of hong kong public libraries hkpl and used as hong kong public library headquarters, functioning as the territorys national library. You would probably need to be a resident one with a hong kong id card to borrow any material, but anyone is free to go in and read. Each successful renewal will extend the due date or period by your normal loan period e. Items can be renewed twice and the easiest way is to renew online. Comprising active members from all walks of life, we. Police museum showcases the eventful history of the hong kong police force and the crimes it has tackled both in the past and the present, through a collection of items including weapons. If you do not have a portal id and pin or have forgotten yours, please refer to the information technology services web page other library users including space, alumni, circle of friends, julac. Overlooking the victoria park, the hong kong central library in causeway bay is probably the biggest public library in hong kong now. In 201718, the hong kong public libraries plans to acquire about 770,000 volumes of books, 60,000 items of audiovisual library materials to. Take note of the reply message after renewal to confirm if the renewal has been accepted.
Hong kong public libraries renewal of library materials. You can avoid any overdue charges by renewing your library books and other items before they are due back. Type your name and 14digit bar code in the fields provided. Home about hkpl services lending service renewal of library materials. The hong kong city hall is a historical building that can be traced all the way back to the colonial times. Regal coinage of hong kong, by ray hamson published by the hong kong museum of history in may 1975. The library catalogue is best viewed with browsers of microsoft internet explorer 11 and firefox 44. As a result, the government of hong kong has had to be creative in finding ways to preserve their small supply of water including, starting in the 1950s, setting up a dual plumbing system that uses sea water for toilets and reserves fresh water. Renewal of library materials hong kong public libraries. I would like to extend the due dates of books borrowed.
Book materials may be renewed online within 14 days of the items due date log into my account to see your library account details. Most library materials may be renewed any of four ways. Click through for a report and some pictures from the night. Head of library, the hong kong academy for performing arts. Library services suspended during christmas for system upgrade. Hong kong libraries gateway welcome to the hong kong library association.
Hilton hotel is a 26story highrise building in hong kong, hong kong, china. How to renew borrowed library materials via the internet. Im holding a hong kong passport, i just sent in the application on 18 february 2014 and got my visa on 25 february 2014. This i believe is the first specialist publication on hong kong. The hong kong central library is a major information and cultural centre, offering a total stock of more than 2 million items and providing a wide range of facilities. Enter your internet password or the last four digits of your registered telephone number. The site aims to provide free access to primary and some secondary resources on the internet. Automatic renewal three days before the due date, if the borrower does not take any action to return or renew an item, alma will automatically renew the item for the borrower. Serials and reference materials at the run run shaw library are not for loan. View will kongs profile on linkedin, the worlds largest professional community. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Region district name chinese name address hong kong island.
All book drop services of the hong kong public libraries and those located at three mtr stations as well as the selfservice library stations at island east sports centre sittingout area, the hong kong cultural centre and tsuen nam road, tai wai will also suspend services. However, please be aware automatic renewal will only apply to eduhk library items with loan period of 14 days or more. There is a limit on the number of items that can be placed book request quota at any one time. In hong kong, the majority of residents flush their.
Download my library lcsd and enjoy it on your iphone, ipad, and ipod touch. Select the checkboxes under select for renewal for the items you would like to renew or click select page. To fulfil the mission of the university in disseminating knowledge. If you need to return a book to hong kong public libraries, simply drop the book in a conveniently located book drop at any of these three mtr stations. View alexander wongs profile on linkedin, the worlds largest professional community. Us politicians have warned that the special status hong kong enjoys in us law may be axed following an increase in political prosecutions of. Hong kong is not short of libraries, with over 60 public libraries not including those in universities. Members applying for free reader cards under categories 3. Ials library guides hong kong libguides at institute.
We are delighted to learn that you had a wonderful time with us. Playing nds, listening to ipod, talking on cell phone. Us politicians warn hong kongs special status may be axed. News, local news, weather, traffic, entertainment, breaking news. You will need your library bar code number and a pin which you can obtain from your local library. The map below shows book bag libraries that are open to the public.
Request for refund of annual fee and edu card production fee will not be considered once payment is made. A borrower whose borrowing privilege has been suspended or. The renewed date has exceeded the specified maximum renewal period from the date of the initial checkout. A different kind of reading culture by louise ho hk edition updated. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer. However, today we want to talk to you about the coolest and the best public libraries in hong kong. See the complete profile on linkedin and discover alexanders connections and jobs at similar companies. How to renew library booksmaterials borrowed from the public. The sources of data include the judiciary of hong kong sar, the department of justice, the hong kong international arbitration centre, and the university of hong kong law library and law faculty. Wikimedia commons has media related to libraries in hong kong. On the day ensogo said it would be shutting all its southeast asian marketplaces and laying off staff, it becomes clear that also extends to. Opening hours of the hong kong university libraries. I welcome donation of materials of any kind including manuscripts or archival materials on.
Enter your library card number or hong kong id card number. Public libraries and other libraries open to the public. Eligible polyu staff and students can apply for a joint university librarians advisory committee library card julac library card to access other ugcfunded libraries. Stop by the circulation desk, 2nd floor, lccc library. Hku libraries community college facebook 848 photos. Renew a library item many local councils let you renew library items like books and dvds online. Click the link indicating how many items you have checked out. Iranian visa in hong kong, update info iran lonely. It is located at the intersection of moreton terrace and causeway road in. We had a great launch event at scad hong kong on the 15th of march, 2017. Comprising active members from all walks of life, we work to promote librarianship, offer opportunities for. Application renewals method city university of hong kong. Hong kong region hong kong island kowloon region west kowloon east kowloonw new territories region west new territories east new territories outlying islands outlying islands find a book bag library near you and click on the icon for more details.
View a detailed profile of the structure 102765 including further data and descriptions in the emporis database. To reach the best candidates by posting your jobs here. While providing usage to library users, the hong kong collection has been established for archival purposes with the mission of preserving the hong kong history and cultural heritage. Necn news, local news, weather, traffic, entertainment. Borrowing of library materials city university of hong kong.
See the complete profile on linkedin and discover wills connections and. Register now advanced search all title author subject isbn series call number search british council logln library i online academic books ejournats i amovies lezines i aliterature e. Loan quota and loan period for books and media resources borrowed by different categories of users are stated in the library regulations. Hong kongs public libraries should stay open later, says chinese. Your feedback on this new search tool is most welcome. Find a library near you and click on the icon for more details. Renewal will not be accepted if somebody has placed a hold on the item. The hong kong library association has proudly served the cause of librarianship in hong kong since 1958. Holders of valid library cards issued by the hong kong public libraries, identity cards allowed for library purposes, or library cards or borrowers cards issued by. Dragon, the hkul catalogue, has retired from service. Location of book drops within paid area west rail line concourse towards exits a. The content includes legislation and court decisions.
Some ugcfunded libraries implement limited access periods. If you do not have a portal id and pin or have forgotten yours, please refer to the information technology services web page other library users including space, alumni, circle of friends, julac users. Go to the library home page and renew the items via my account. Alternatively, click here for a list view of our library locations. All book loans are subject to recall after two weeks usage. Hong kong public libraries how to renew borrowed library. I would like to extend the due dates of books borrowed, how do i do a renewal of my items online. Application or renewal or reselection of service options can be made. Hi, i just got my iranian visa in the iranian consulate in hong kong. Chinese american librarians association cala mentorship program is now open for applications. Circulation and document delivery university of hong kong. Services department lcsd of the hong kong special administrative region government.
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