Reading goes beyond turning pages, and the library is more than a place for storing knowledge.

During UM Library Week 2026, the University of Macau Library warmly invites students, staff, and the public to take part in a reading celebration themed “Into the Future Pages, Together We Read.” Through book exchange activities, workshops, booth games, and collective reading events, we connect print and digital media, humanities and technology, tradition and innovation, making reading a tangible, engaging, and shareable life experience.

Reading should not be confined to textbooks and lecture notes; it should also grow freely beyond the curriculum. UM Library Week 2026 is an invitation to rediscover the joy of reading and to explore new horizons of knowledge.

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1. [Activity] Good Book Exchange @ UM Library
• Date: 13 April – 13 May 2026 (Closed on public holidays)
• Time: 10:00 – 17:00
• Venue: Room G028, UM Library (E2)
• Participants: Open to the public during designated periods; exclusive to UM students and staff at other times.
Share the love of books and make friends through reading. Bring your well‑loved books to exchange and discover unexpected reading delights as books begin new journeys.

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2. [Workshop] Creative Handmade: Your Personalized Stone Paperweight
• Date: 22 April 2026
• Time: 14:30 – 16:00
• Venue: Room G028, UM Library (E2)
• Participants: UM students and staff
• Quota: 15 participants
• Registration: 8822 8170
Create your own unique reading accessory and add a personal touch to your study space.

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3. [Activity] Reading Classics: Check-in to Redeem Prizes
• Date: 22 April – 8 May 2026
• Venue: Reading Booth, 2/F Multimedia Area, UM Library
• Participants: UM students and staff
Participants may record short reading videos in the library’s reading booth, post them on social media with designated hashtags, and redeem prizes after collecting 20 likes (Please refer to the event poster for details.)

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4. [Talk] Planning and Implementation of Red‑Themed Exhibitions
— A Case Study of International Friends and China’s War of Resistance Exhibition
• Speaker: Mr. Huang Li, Research Fellow, National Museum of China
• Date: 23 April 2026
• Time: 11:00 – 12:30
• Venue: Mr. and Mrs. Lau Chor Tak Lecture Theatre, Anthony Lau Building, University of Macau (E4-G078)
• Participants: All interested
The talk explores research on revolutionary artifacts and practical approaches to patriotic‑themed exhibition planning, offering innovative perspectives on heritage revitalization.

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5. [Booth Game] Enjoy Reading at UM — 4.23 World Book Day
• Date: 23 April 2026
• Time: 14:30 – 17:00
• Venue: UM Library (E2) Lobby
• Participants: UM students and staff
Experience the charm of reading through fun interactions and let the love of books enliven the campus.

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6. [Flash Reading] World Book Day Celebration
• Date: 23 April 2026
• Time: 15:00 – 15:05
• Venue: The Library Lobby, UM Library (E2)
• Participants: UM students and staff
Join a five‑minute collective reading session to experience the power of literature and create a memorable World Book Day moment together.
Note: Participants may receive small souvenirs.

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7. [Workshop] Discovering the UM Library
• Date: 25 April 2026
• Time: 14:00 – 15:00
• Venue: The Library Lobby, UM Library (E2)
• Participants: All interested parties
• Quota: 20 participants
• Registration: 8822 8170
Led by professional librarians, this tour offers an in‑depth exploration of library collections, services, and lesser‑known features to enhance effective resource use.

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8. [Workshop] A Journey of Calligraphy and Reading
• Date: 26 April 2026
• Time: 11:00 – 12:30
• Venue: Artmusing Room, Macao Cultural Centre
• Participants: All interested parties
• Quota: 12 participants
• Registration: “One Account” Platform
Experience the beauty of Chinese culture through the interplay of calligraphy, text, and reading.

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9. [Booth Game] A Must‑Read AI Literacy Guide
• Date: 26 April 2026
• Time: 10:00 – 13:00
• Venue: Outdoor Plaza, Macau Cultural Centre
• Participants: All interested
Through fun and interactive activities, learn the basics of artificial intelligence, practical tools, and information security, and explore how AI integrates with library services.

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10. [Exhibition] Building the Greater Bay Together · Sharing Knowledge for Mutual Success
— Joint Intellectual Property Exhibition by UM Library and Guangdong Science & Technology Library
• Date: 26 April – 31 May 2026
• Time: 09:00 – 20:00
• Venue: G/F, UM Library (E2)
• Participants: All interested
Held in celebration of World Intellectual Property Day (26 April), this exhibition aims to raise public awareness of intellectual property and promote high‑quality development of IP public services in the Greater Bay Area, showcasing innovative practices and achievements in IP information services.

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11. [Book Exhibition] German Photobook Award 2024/2025 (Event Concluded)
• Date: 9–20 March 2026
• Time: 09:00 – 20:00
• Venue: G/F, UM Library (E2)
• Participants: All interested
The German Photobook Award is one of the most prestigious photobook awards in Germany and Europe. This touring exhibition features the award‑winning works from 2024/2025.

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12. [Boya Talk] The Fairy Tale King: Journey to the West (Event Concluded)
• Speaker: Mr. Paul Pang Chap Chong
• Date: 8 April 2026
• Time: 15:00 – 16:30
• Venue: UM Gallery (E1)
• Participants: All interested
This lecture offers fresh insights into Chinese culture and philosophy embedded in this timeless classic.

 

“Into the Future Pages, Together We Read” is more than a series of events — it is an invitation to read, to think, and to connect.

In this beautiful spring, come to the University of Macau Library to discover books, linger in words, and share the joy of reading together.