Chinatown Branch - San Francisco Public Library 舊金山華埠市立圖書館

Happy Chinese New Year!

2012-01-21T12:16:00.000-08:00

Chinatown Branch Library wish you
a Happy and Prosperous Year of the Dragon!

新春快樂！

2012-01-21T12:11:00.000-08:00

華埠圖書館敬祝各位龍年大吉，
萬事勝意！

馬丁路德金博士紀念日休息

2012-01-09T13:30:00.000-08:00

華埠圖書館及其他舊金山市立圖書館分館將於一月十六日馬丁路德金博士紀念日休息。

Library closed on Monday, January 16, for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

2012-01-09T13:27:00.000-08:00

The Chinatown Branch and all other San Francisco Public Libraries will be closed on Monday, January 16, for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

SeniorNet: An Introductory Computer Workshop for Seniors

2012-01-05T14:21:00.000-08:00

The Chinatown/Him Mark Lai Branch Library invites adults over the age of 60 to join a beginners computer class on Saturdays, Feb 11th & 25th from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 pm. You'll learn basic computer skills and how to navigate the Internet and set up email account. Registration is required. Limit to 12 participants. Instruction will be conducted in Cantonese/Mandarin. If you're interested, please register in person at Chinatown/Him Mark Lai Branch Library, beginning Jan 28th (Sat) at 10:00 am.

For more information, please call 355-2888.

耆英電腦俱樂部 - 專為長者而設的基礎電腦班

2012-01-05T14:20:00.000-08:00

華埠/麥禮謙市立圖書館歡迎60歲以上人仕參加專為長者而設的基礎電腦班。除基本電腦常識外, 我們也會學習如何使用互聯網及電郵。電腦班將於年2月11日及2月25日 (星期六) 上午10:30 至下午12:30舉行, 以粵語/國語教授。只限12人, 額滿即止。如有興趣, 請親臨華埠/麥禮謙市立圖書館報名。

詳情請致電355-2888查詢。

Library closed on Jan. 1-2

2011-12-28T16:49:00.000-08:00

Please note that the Chinatown Branch and all other San Francisco Public Libraries will be closed from Sunday, January 1 until Monday, January 2 for New Year. And the library will be closing early on December 31 at 5 pm. We will resume our regular opening hours on Tuesday, January 3.

元旦圖書館休息日

2011-12-28T16:42:00.000-08:00

華埠圖書館將於一月一日和一月二日閉館休息, 十二月三十一日下午將提前於5點閉館.

Library closed on December 24-26

2011-12-13T11:15:00.000-08:00

Please note that the Chinatown Branch and all other San Francisco Public Libraries will be closed from Saturday, December 24 until Monday, December 26 for Christmas. We will resume our regular opening hours on Tuesday, December 27.

聖誕節圖書館休息時間

2011-12-13T10:51:00.000-08:00

12月24至26日(星期六至星期一) 為"聖誕假日"，全部舊金山市立圖書館休息三天。12月27日(星期二) 圖書館恢復正常開放時間。

Chinatown/Him Mark Lai Branch Library Rededication

2011-11-26T10:58:00.000-08:00

The rededication of the Chinatown/Him Mark Lai Branch Library will be held on Saturday, December 10, 12-2pm (Community Meeting Room). The library was renamed to honor the late Chinese American historian Him Mark Lai.

Program includes lion dancing, unveiling of new library plaques, book launch for Him Mark Lai's autobiography, film and refreshments. Program will be presented in English and Cantonese.

12月10日華埠/麥禮謙圖書館命名慶典

2011-11-26T10:49:00.000-08:00

華埠/麥禮謙圖書館命名慶典將於12月10日中午12時至下午2時於華埠圖書館社區會議室舉行。慶典包括舞獅、新匾揭幕、及推出麥禮謙先生追授自傳、紀錄片及茶點。節目以英語及粵語進行。

Library closed on Nov. 24-25 for Thanksgiving

2011-11-21T20:29:00.000-08:00

The Chinatown Branch Library will be closing early on Wednesday, November 23 at 5 pm. The library will be closed on Thursday, November 24, and Friday, November 25 for Thanksgiving. We will resume our regular opening hours on Saturday November 26.
Happy Thanksgiving!!

11月24-25日（星期四至五）圖書館“感恩節假日”休息二天

2011-11-21T20:10:00.000-08:00

十一月廿三日星期三華埠圖書館將提前於下午五時休息，

廿四日星期四及廿五日星期五因“感恩節假日”而休息兩天。

Song of the Silk Road：a book talk and calligraphy demonstration by author Mingmei Yip on Nov. 19, 2011

2011-10-30T16:00:00.000-07:00

On Saturday, November 19, 2011 (2:30-4 p.m.), author, artist and musician Mingmei Yip will discuss her latest book Song of the Silk Road. After talking about her novel, Mingmei will demonstrate calligraphy based on a Buddhist sutra and talisman discovered on the Silk Road. A book sale and signing will follow the performance. This program will be in English only.

11月19日葉明媚女士新書售簽及書法表演

2011-10-30T15:50:00.000-07:00

2011年11月19日(星期六)下午2:30-4:00在華埠圖書館社區會議室，作家、畫家和音樂家葉明媚將會與讀者分享她的最新作品《絲路之歌》。在與讀者分享完她的書作後，葉明媚將以在絲綢之路上所發現的佛經和符錄為靈感，為大家表演書法。表演後將有作者售簽活動。該項活動以英語進行。

10月10日(星期一) 圖書館為"哥倫布紀念日"休息一天

2011-10-05T10:41:00.000-07:00

10月10日(星期一) 華埠圖書館與全部舊金山市立圖書館為 "哥倫布紀念日" 休息一天。

想更好了解克里斯多福·哥倫布請看在下的書和DVD:

哥倫布 : 勇往直前的航海家, Sean J. Dolan 著
郑和vs歌伦布, 张侃著
Christopher Columbus: Explorer of the New World (英文DVD)

Library closed for Columbus Day on October 10, 2011

2011-10-05T10:40:00.000-07:00

Please note that Chinatown Branch and all San Francisco public libraries will be closed in observance of Columbus Day on October 10.

Want to learn more about Christopher Columbus? Check out these books and DVDs:

Columbus in the Americas by William Least Heat-Moon
The Log of Christopher Columbus translated by Robert H. Fuson
Magnificent voyage of Christopher Columbus (DVD)

The Woman Who Could Not Forget: Iris Chang Before and Beyond the Rape of Nanking, A Memoir on Saturday, September 24, 2:30-4pm

2011-09-21T14:34:00.000-07:00

A moving, illuminating memoir about the life of world-famous author and historian, Iris Chang, as told by her mother, Ying Ying Chang.

Iris Chang's best-selling book The Rape of Nanking forever changed the way we view the Second World War in Asia. Her mother, Ying-Ying Chang, provides an enlightened and nuanced look at her daughter, from Iris' home-made childhood newspaper, to her early years as a journalist, and later, as a promising young historian, her struggles with her son's autism and her tragic suicide. The Woman Who Could Not Forget cements Iris' legacy as one of the most extraordinary minds of her generation and reveals the depth and beauty of the bond between a mother and daughter.

A book sale and signing will follow this program. Presentation will be conducted in English and Mandarin.

重訪舊華埠1931-1951新書發表會在9月17日(星期六), 下午2點半至4點

2011-09-12T15:20:00.000-07:00

舊金山華埠原居民Lyle Jan蒞臨華埠圖書館, 談及他的英文新書《重訪舊華埠1931-1951》。這是作者另一本書《中國2227—很久很久以前》的續集。故事內容建基於真實事件，縷述了那個時代華人移民勞工階層的生活面貌, 以及他們的下一代。

英語講座，不設翻譯。會後新書簽售。

Author Reading: Old Chinatown—Revisited on Saturday, September 17, 2:30-4pm

2011-09-12T15:11:00.000-07:00

Please join us as San Francisco Chinatown native Lyle Jan talks about and reads from his new book Old Chinatown—Revisited: Memoirs of Old San Francisco Chinatown, CIRCA: 1931-1951. This sequel to the author’s first book China 2227—Long, Long Ago is based on true events and tell about the life and times of the laboring class of Chinese immigrants and their descendents who lived in Chinatown over half a century ago. A book sale and signing will follow the program.

Change in schedule for Hula Hoop Fun with Cherry Hoops

2011-08-31T14:05:00.000-07:00

Please note that the Hula Hoop Fun with Cherry Hoops program originally scheduled for Thursday, September 8, will take place on Thursday, September 15, 4-5pm instead.

Ages 5 and older. Please call for reservations.

Laptop lending and changes to public computer time

2011-08-29T20:23:00.000-07:00

Starting Tuesday, August 30, the public access computers will transition from 30 minute time slots to 1 hour time slots. Patrons will also be able to check out laptop computers from the circulation desk. Laptop and desktop computers that require an SFPL library card can be used in any combination for a total of one hour daily.

If you want more information about laptops and the requirements for laptop use, please see the following section of the library website: http://sfpl.org/index.php?pg=2000048501 or ask library staff.

9月5日(星期一)為"勞工節"圖書館休息一天

2011-08-28T15:42:00.000-07:00

9月5日(星期一)為"勞工節"華埠圖書館與全部舊金山市立圖書館休息一天.

Children's programs in September

2011-08-28T10:58:00.000-07:00

School started and films are back.

Baby Story Time

Rhymes, songs and books for infants to 18 months and their caregivers.

Thursday, September 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29, 11am-12pm

Family Story Time

Stories, songs and more for children of all ages and their families.

Saturday, September 3, 10, 17, and 24, 10:30-11am

Hula Hoop Fun with Cherry Hoops

Join us for a fantastic hoop-dance activity with Nicole.

Ages 5 and older. Please call for reservations.

Thursday, September 15, 4-5pm

Films

Tuesday, September 20

10am, 10:30am, 11:05am and 2pm: Ages 3-5

4pm: Ages 5-7

Wednesday, September 21

10am and 10:40am: Ages 3-5

Thursday, September 22

10am and 10:40am: Ages 3-5

Library closed on Monday, September 5, 2011 for Labor Day

2011-08-28T10:44:00.000-07:00

The Chinatown Branch and all other San Francisco Public Libraries will be closed on Monday, September 5, for Labor Day.

If you want to know more about why we celebrate Labor Day, read this short article from the United States Department of Labor: http://www.dol.gov/opa/aboutdol/laborday.htm

中秋手工活動在8月27日(星期六), 下午2點半至4點

2011-08-16T20:54:00.000-07:00

慶中秋,用利事封折出漂亮的燈籠.

位置有限,報名從速.請電415-355-2888登記.

中英文講解

Mid-Autumn Festival Craft Workshop on Saturday, August 27, 2:30-4pm

2011-08-16T15:59:00.000-07:00

Come and learn how to make a beautiful decorative lantern for the Mid-Autumn Festival with Chinese red envelopes!

Space is limited. Registration is required. For more information, please call 415.355.2888.

Instruction will be in English and Cantonese.

Children's programs in August

2011-08-01T13:57:00.000-07:00

Summer Reading ended July 30 but that doesn't mean that there aren't any fun children's programs in August!

Baby Story Time

Rhymes, songs and books for infants to 18 months and their caregivers.
Thursday, August 4, 11, 18 and 25, 11am-12pm

Family Story Time
Stories, songs and more for children of all ages and their families.
Saturday, August 6, 13 and 20, 10:30-11am

Farm Animal Petting Zoo

Rabbits and goats and ducks, oh my!

Thursday, August 18, 10am-12pm

Ages 10 and under. Space is limited; please call for reservations.

Summer Read SF 2011 ends July 30

2011-07-26T16:20:00.000-07:00

It is not too late to log your hours or to come to the library to pick up your reading prizes for this year's Summer Reading program!

灣區紅十字會基本急救(粵語)在7月23日(星期六), 下午2點半至4點

2011-07-13T16:16:00.000-07:00

緊急事件能夠發生在任何人身上，發生在任何地點，任何時間。學習在緊急事故的時候怎樣應對,例如怎樣打911，基本急救技巧以及怎樣防止受到傷者血液感染等等。

限30人，請聯絡華埠圖書分館報名。

American Red Cross Basic First Aid in Cantonese, Saturday, July 23, 2:30-4pm

2011-07-13T11:57:00.000-07:00

An emergency can strike anyone, anywhere, anytime. Learn how to respond during an emergency, such as how to Check-Call-Care, basic first-aid skills and how to protect yourself from disease transmission with this free American Red Cross Bay Area Chapter workshop.

Attendance limited to 30 people. Please contact Chinatown Branch at 415-355-2888 to sign up.

Children's programs in July

2011-07-03T14:50:00.000-07:00

Our annual Summer Reading programming continues until the end of the month. Join us for fun and entertaining programs this month and sign up for the Summer Reading if you haven't already.

Baby Story Time

Rhymes, songs and books for infants to 18 months and their caregivers.
Thursday, July 14, 21 and 28, 11am-12pm

Family Story Time
Stories, songs and more for children of all ages and their families.
Saturday, July 2, 16, 23 and 30, 10:30-11am

Heather Magic

A hilarious and fun filled magic show with Heather Rogers.

Wednesday, July 6, 2-2:45 pm

Ages 5 and older. Space is limited; please call for reservations.

Jimbo the Clown

Join a magic, game songs and juggling performance by Jim the Clown.

Wednesday, July 13, 2-3pm

Ages 10 and under. Space is limited; please call for reservations.

Sophie Crafts

Wednesday, July 20, 2-3pm

Ages 5 and older. Space is limited; please call for reservations.

Magic Dan
Ride with Magic Dan for a fun and captivating magic journey.
Wednesday, July 27, 2-2:45pm
Ages 5 and older. Space is limited; please call for reservations.

7月4日(星期一) 圖書館為"美國國慶日"休息兩天

2011-07-02T14:55:00.000-07:00

7月4日(星期一)全部舊金山市立圖書館為"美國國慶日"休息兩天。圖書館在7月5日（星期二）恢復正常開放時間。

Library closed on Monday, July 4 for Independence Day

2011-07-02T14:54:00.000-07:00

Please note that the Chinatown Branch and all San Francisco Public Libraries will be closed on Monday, July 4, for Independence Day. The library will reopen on Tuesday, July 5, at 10am.

《升級》 (Level Up) - 楊謹倫(Gene Luen Yang) 與Thien Pham 的漫畫小說新書發表會在7月9日(星期六), 2點半至4點

2011-06-30T17:52:00.000-07:00

電腦遊戲或醫學院！《美生中國人》 (American Born Chinese) 的作者楊謹倫(Gene Yang) 與漫畫藝術家Thien Pham會蒞臨圖書館，暢談他們最新出版的漫畫小說《升級》(Level Up)。這個魔幻寫實故事描述主人公藉由電腦遊戲逃脫來自亞裔父母的壓力。

講座以英語進行。會後將有新書簽售活動。　　

Level Up - A graphic novel by Gene Luen Yang and Thien Pham, author talk & reading on Saturday, July 9, 2:30-4pm

2011-06-30T17:37:00.000-07:00

Gene Luen Yang, author of American Born Chinese and other graphic novels, and comic book artist Thien Pham will talk about their new graphic novel, Level Up, a magical-realist tale of Asian-American parental pressure and video-game escape.

This program will be in English. Book sale and signing follows the program.

See a preview of the book on Gene Luen Yang's website: http://geneyang.com/level-up

跟朱立平學太極 2011年6月25日(周六), 下午2:30至4時

2011-06-15T16:54:00.000-07:00

美洲中醫學院的氣功導師及氣龍醫療中心創辦人朱立平，教授太極的基本元素，包括步法、養氣運動以及基本動作。請穿著寬鬆的衣服及運動鞋。

只限22人，需預先登記。欲知更多詳情，請致電415.355-2888

英語及國語教授　

Tai Chi for Beginners with Liping Julia Zhu L.Ac., Saturday, June 25, 2:30-4pm

2011-06-15T16:50:00.000-07:00

Liping Julia Zhu L.Ac., a Qigong instructor at the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine and founder of Qi Dragon Healing Center, will teach basic elements of Tai Chi including footwork, Qi cultivation exercises and basic moves. Please wear loose and comfortable clothing and exercise shoes. All levels are welcome.

Limited to 22 participants. Registration is required. For more information, please call 415.355.2888.

Instruction will be in English and Mandarin.

Chinatown Open House Celebration on Tuesday, June 14, 2:30-4pm and Saturday, June 18, 2-4pm

2011-06-04T16:57:00.000-07:00

Please join us for our annual Open House Celebration. Chinatown Branch first opened its doors to the public in 1921 and we are celebrating 90 years of service to the community this year.

Come and have tea with the staff on Tuesday, June 14, 2:30-4pm!

Join us for a dance performance by the Flying Angels Chinese Dance Group on Saturday, June 18, 2-4pm! Light refreshments will be served.

舊金山華埠圖書館90周年慶典在2011年6月14日(星期二)下午2:30 - 4及6月18日(星期六) 下午2-4

2011-06-04T16:46:00.000-07:00

華埠圖書館自從1921年開館以來，已為社區提供了90年服務。請參加今年的圖書館90週年慶典。

6月14日兩點半請來與工作人員一起吃茶點, 看照片, 聊天!

6月18日兩點加添特別節目飛天使中國舞蹈團。小點供應。

華埠圖書館慶祝建館90週年 - 特邀演講嘉賓譚碧芳教授 2011年6月11日(星期六), 下午2:30至4時

2011-06-01T16:46:00.000-07:00

華埠圖書館自從1921年開館以來，已為社區提供了90年服務。為了慶祝這個特別的日子，本館特邀前館長，同時亦是美國華人歷史研究先驅的譚碧芳教授，以圖片秀的形式介紹華埠圖書館的歷史。

譚碧芳是聖塔克魯斯加州大學的教授，也是《埃崙詩集》和《不纏足：舊金山中國婦女的社會歷史》兩書的作者。

節目以英語及粵語進行。小點供應。

Chinatown Branch Library Celebrates 90th Anniversary with Special Guest Speaker Judy Yung, Saturday, June 11, 2:30-4pm

2011-06-01T16:38:00.000-07:00

Please join us as Judy Yung, a pioneer in Chinese American history and former branch manager of the Chinatown Branch Library, gives and illustrated talk on the history of the Chinatown Branch Library. Opened in 1921, the Chinatown Branch Library is celebrating 90 years of service to the community this year.

Program will be conducted in English and Cantonese. Light refreshments will be provided.

Children's programs in June

2011-05-31T10:00:00.000-07:00

Join us for some fun and exciting children's programs at the library this month. And don't forget to sign up for our Summer Reading program!

Baby Story Time

Rhymes, songs and books for infants to 18 months and their caregivers.
Thursday, June 2, 9 (special baby yoga story time), 16 and 30, 11am-12pm

Family Story Time

Stories, songs and more for children of all ages and their families.
Saturday, June 4, 11, 18 and 25, 10:30-11am

Theater Dance Music Workshop with Kim Epifano & Sally Davis

Wednesday, June 8, 2-3pm
Ages 5 and older. Space is limited; please call for reservations.

Baby Yoga Time

A special baby story time.
Thursday, June 9, 11am-12pm
Ages birth-2 and caregivers. Space is limited; please call for reservations and please bring a mat or towel.

Magic Show with Erica Sodos

Come and prepare to be entertained and captivated by Erica Sodo's mystifying magic.
Wednesday, June 15, 2-2:45pm
Ages 5 and older. Space is limited; please call for reservations.

Rebecca Nile, The Bubble Lady

Bubbles!
Wednesday, June 22, 2-2:45pm
Ages 5 and older. Space is limited; please call for reservations.

Balloon Artistry & Magic with Mr. SHAP

Wednesday, June 29, 2-3pm
Ages 5 and older. Space is limited; please call for reservations.

舊金山市立圖書館2011年暑期閱讀活動 - 6月1日至7月30日

2011-05-30T15:33:00.000-07:00

閱讀: 提昇您的才智!

今年暑期閱讀活動適合初生嬰兒到百歲以上人士參加。

報名: 請於6月1日開始, 到鄰近一間圖書館, 圖書巡迴車或上網到ｓｆｐｌ．ｏｒｇ報名參加或替全家或團體報名參加。請注意：每個人只能在一處報名。

光臨圖書館：　請多借圖書館資料和參加適合各年齡的免費活動。

閱讀！紀錄您所花費的閱讀時間在您的網上記錄或到您的圖書館登記。兒童閱讀１０小時，　青少年閱讀３０小時，　成人閱讀４０小時即可選擇一項獎品。每位讀滿４０小時可獲得一次機會參加全市超級抽獎。

參加者可選任何語言的圖書，幼齡兒童可由他人代讀給他們聽。

詳情請洽任何舊金山市立圖書館職員或上網到sfpl.org

Join Summer Read S.F. 2011, June 1-July 30

2011-05-30T15:22:00.000-07:00

Power Your Mind: READ!

This year's Summer Read is one program for all ages! Join online or at the library, read and win prizes!

SIGN UP beginning June 1st at any neighborhood San Francisco Public Library or bookmobile or online from home by visiting sfpl.org. Sign up your whole family or group but please note that each person may only sign up once.

VISIT YOUR LIBRARY often to check out books and other materials and to attend the many programs and events for all ages.

READ! Record the time you spend reading on your online record or at your library. There will be one grand prize for children who read for 10 hours; teens who read for 30 hours and adults who read for 40 hours. And everybody who reads for 40 hours from June 1 to July 31 has a chance to enter our citywide Super Raffle!

For more information, ask your librarians or visit the Summer Reading page on sfpl.org.

五月三十日(星期一)為"陣亡將士紀念日"圖書館休息一天

2011-05-24T15:09:00.000-07:00

五月三十日(星期一) 為"陣亡將士紀念日"全部舊金山市立圖書館休息一天。

想更好了解陣亡將士紀念日請看美國大使館的文章:

http://chinese.usembassy-china.org.cn/memorial_day.html

Library closed on Monday, May 30, 2011, for Memorial Day

2011-05-24T10:51:00.000-07:00

Please note that the Chinatown Branch and all San Francisco Public Libraries will be closed on Monday, May 30, 2011, for Memorial Day.

Memorial Day commemorates the men and women who died while in the military service. It was first officially observed on May 30, 1868, after the end of the Civil War.

If you want to learn more about Memorial Day, click on the link provided below or try searching History Resource Center, one of the many databases offered by the Library.

http://www1.va.gov/opa/speceven/memday/history.asp

Recycled Paper Origami 回收紙摺紙玩偶

2011-05-21T10:28:00.000-07:00

Friday, May 27, 2011

3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

1st Floor Community Room

星期五, 5月27日

下午三點半至五點半

華埠圖書館一樓會議室

We will use recycled paper to make popular cartoon characters or animals. Materials provided. For teens & tweens, ages 8 to 18 years old. For information, please call Jewel at (415)355-2888 or jewelchen@sfpl.org

利用回收紙摺成可愛的玩偶或小動物. 材料免費提供. 供八歲至十八歲青少年參加. 查詢請洽華埠圖書館館員Jewel, 電話(415)355-2888 or jewelchen@sfpl.org

中國玉器圖片秀 - 粵語/英語講解在2011年5月28日(星期六), 下午2點半至4點

2011-05-19T13:42:00.000-07:00

舊金山亞洲博物館講師崔葆鈴 (Pauline Tsui) 蒞臨華埠圖書館介紹中國玉器。在中國, 玉器比黃金更珍貴。崔女士會介紹玉的來源和種類, 並討論18至20世紀初的中國玉器, 其中著重講解其吉祥的象徽意義。最後她會介紹保存玉器的方法。

Chinese Jade: A slide show and talk in English and Cantonese on Saturday, May 28, 2:30-4pm

2011-05-19T12:17:00.000-07:00

Pauline Tsui, a docent from the Asian Art Museum, will present the story of jade, considered in China to be more precious than gold. She will give a brief introduction about the formation and classification of jade, followed by an appreciation of jade pieces from 18th to early 20th century China focusing on the symbolic and auspicious meanings of jade. She will finish with tips on how to care for jade.

Author Reading: My Mom is a Fob - Earnest Advice in Broken English from Your Asian-American Mother, Saturday, May 14, 2:30-4pm

2011-05-07T13:39:00.000-07:00

Bay Area native Serena Wu will talk about and read from her book My Mom is a Fob: Earnest Advice in Broken English from Your Asian-American Mom. Through texts, emails, phone calls and more, My Mom is a Fob showcases the stories of a community of Asian-American kids who know exactly what it's like to be on the receiving end of that amazing, unconditional, and sometimes misspelled love.

A book sale and signing will follow the program.

This program is part of our Asian Pacific American Heritage Month programming. Other Asian Pacific American Heritage Month programs at Chinatown Branch:

Asian Art Museum docent talk on Chinese jade on Saturday, May 28, 2:30-4pm

Please also join us for the Asian Heritage Street Celebration at Civic Center on May 21!

《我那可愛的新移民媽媽》新書發表會在星期六，2011年5月14日, 下午2:30至4點

2011-05-07T13:38:00.000-07:00

灣區土生土長的 Serena Wu 蒞臨華埠圖書館講述她的新書《我那可愛的新移民媽媽》。這本書闡述亞裔美國媽媽如何用蹩腳英語，給予孩子她們認為最熱心的建議。通過文字、電郵、電話及更多其他途徑, 作者在新書中向大眾展示了普遍亞裔美國孩子的故事：在奇妙的、無條件甚至有時候是不適當的愛的另一端，孩子們是如何光景。

英語講座，不設翻譯。會後有新書簽售。

華埠圖書館為慶祝亞太傳統月還有其他節目，歡迎大家參加:

舊金山亞洲博物館中國玉器圖片秀, 5月28日(星期(星期六), 2點半至4點

也請大家在5月21日(星期六)的亞太傳統月街會參觀華埠圖書館的攤位，贏取獎品，並且有機會更好地了解我們的圖書館和我們提供的服務!

古琴: 中國古典音樂 - 5月7日(星期六)下午2:30至4時

2011-05-05T10:10:00.000-07:00

慶祝亞太傳統月!

著名古琴音樂家李一鳴女士應邀表演古琴。古琴已有三千多年歷史,優雅古樸, 是中國最早的彈弦樂器。歷史上著名的古琴家有伯牙、孔子、蔡文姬、李白、杜甫、宋徽宗等。

2003年11月7日聯合國教育科學文化組織宣佈, 把中國古琴藝術列為"人類口述和非物質遺產"代表作。

英語及中文講解。

華埠圖書館為慶祝亞太傳統月還有其他節目，歡迎大家參加:

兒童國畫課, 5月11日(星期三), 3點半至5點 (請預先報名)
我那可愛的新移民媽媽, Serena Wu 新書發表會, 5月14日(星期六), 2點半至4點
舊金山亞洲博物館中國玉器圖片秀, 5月28日(星期(星期六), 2點半至4點

也請大家在亞太傳統月街會參觀華埠圖書館的攤位，贏取獎品，並且有機會更好地了解我們的圖書館和我們提供的服務!

Guqin: Ancient Chinese Music, Saturday, May 7, 2:30-4pm

2011-05-03T20:17:00.000-07:00

In celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

We welcome music professor Ms. Yiming Li, from the Guqin Society International, for a talk and performance of guqin music.

The guqin is China's oldest stringed musical instrument with a history of more than 3000 years. In 2003, guqin music was proclaimed as one of the Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.

The program will be in English and Chinese.

Other Asian Pacific American Heritage Month programs at Chinatown Branch:

Chinese brush painting for kids on Wednesday, May 11, 3:30-5pm (please call for reservation)
My Mom is a FOB author reading with Serena Wu on Saturday, May 14, 2:30-4pm
Asian Art Museum docent talk on Chinese jade on Saturday, May 28, 2:30-4pm

Please also join us for the Asian Heritage Street Celebration at Civic Center on May 21!

Children's Programs in May

2011-05-01T17:20:00.000-07:00

Join us for some entertaining programs at the library this month!

Baby Story Time

Rhymes, songs and books for infants to 18 months and their caregivers.
Thursday, May 5 (special baby yoga story time), 12, 19 and 26, 11am-12pm

Family Story Time

Stories, songs and more for children of all ages and their families.
Saturday, May 7, 14, 21 and 28, 10:30-11am

Baby Yoga Time

A special baby story time.
Thursday, May 5, 11am-12pm
Ages birth-2 and caregivers. Space is limited; please call for reservations.

Sophie's Crafts

Tuesday, May 3, 4-5pm
Ages 5 and older. Space is limited; please call for reservations.

Chinese Brush Painting Workshop

Wednesday, May 11, 4-5pm
Ages 5 and older. Space is limited; please call for reservations.

青少年徵文比賽

2011-04-30T14:27:00.000-07:00

舊金山市立圖書館華埠分館舉辦二零一一年五月美國亞太裔傳統月青少年徴文比賽(中文組)

題目: 讀書樂
收件截止日期: 二零一一年五月二十八日(星期六)
詳情請洽華埠圖書館Jewel 電話:(415)355-2888 or jewelchen@sfpl.org

評審將依原創性, 文法, 題旨相符等觀點評分
參加辦法:
*邀請十二至十八歲青少年參加
*限以中文書寫, 至少一千字以上
*每人限交一篇文章
*如以email交件,請傳送至chinatowntz@gmail.com
*如以郵件寄送或遞送, 請寄至: Jewel Chen, Chinatown Branch Library, 1135 Powell Street, CA 94108
*每位參加者須註明其姓名,年齡,學校,年級,聯絡電話及個人email
*得獎者限一名, 獎品為$50 Target禮品卡
*得獎文章將刊登於舊金山市立圖書館青少年網頁(華埠青少年網誌Chinatown Tee'Zine Blog)

Teen Essay Contest

2011-04-30T10:41:00.000-07:00

In celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in May 2011, you are invited to join a Teen Essay Contest in English.

Topic: "The Joy of Reading"
Deadline: Saturday, May 28, 2011

For information, please call Jewel at Chinatown Branch Library, (415)355-2888 or jewelchen@sfpl.org
Judging will be based on originality, grammar, coherence to the topic and more.

The rules:
*Age: 12-18
*Text should be written in English only, at least 1,000 words
*One entry per person
*Submission by email to: chinatowntz@gmail.com
*Submission in person or by mail to: Jewel Chen, Chinatown Branch Library, 1135 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA 94108
*Include your name, address, school, grade, phone number and email address
*Essays will be divided into two age groups, middle school (Grade 6-8) & high school (Grade 9-12)
*Prizes for winners of each group: First place winners - Target gift card ($50); Second place winners - Best Buy gift card ($25)

*The winner's essay will be posted on the San Francisco Public Library's Teen web pages (Chinatown Teen'Zien Blog)

中國象棋比賽在2011年4月23及4月30日(星期六), 下午1點半至5點

2011-04-09T16:55:00.000-07:00

參加華埠圖書館中國象棋比賽!

初賽
2011年4月23日(星期六), 下午1點半至5點

決賽
2011年4月30日(星期六),下午1點半至5點

18歲或以上

請在4月16日之前致電或親臨登記。

Chinese Chess Tournament, Saturday, April 23 and 30, 1:30-5pm

2011-04-09T13:59:00.000-07:00

Chinatown Branch is hosting a Chinese Chess Tournament for players ages 18 and above.

Preliminary Playoffs, Saturday, April 23, 1:30-5pm

Final Playoffs, Saturday, April 30, 1:30-5pm

Please register by April 16 either in person or via phone (415-355-2888).

青少年串珠: 復活節活動

2011-04-03T22:21:00.000-07:00

四月八日, 星期五, 下午三點半至五點半

華埠圖書館一樓會議室

串起彩色圓珠, 製作可愛飾品. 本活動主要串珠復活節彩蛋, 彩球或小花等. 提供材料. 名額限十二人, 請預先報名. 歡迎七至十二歲青少年參加.
詳情請洽華埠圖書館館員Jewel, 電話: (415)355-2888 或jewelchen@sfpl.org

Beading Arts for Teens & Tweens: Easter Holiday

2011-04-03T21:34:00.000-07:00

Friday, April 8th, 3:30 - 5:30 pm

First Floor Community Room

You can make an Easter egg or color balls or a flower etc. Let's string colorful beads to make adorable ornaments. Materials provided. Limit to twelve participants. Pre-registration is required. For teens & tweens, ages 7 to 18 years old. For information, contact Jewel at (415)355-2888 or jewelchen@sfpl.org

《東西相融》─ Andrew Lam 新書發表會在4月9日(星期六), 下午2點半至4點

2011-03-30T14:24:00.000-07:00

作者Andrew Lam 朗讀及暢談他的散文選《東西相融》 (East Eats West: Writing in Two Hemispheres)。部分回憶，部份冥想以及部份人類文化學，這些文章揭示了越南逃難的歷史以及東西方如何彼此磨合。從美食到自尊，作者為東西兩個半球的融合以及文化差異開拓新的視野。

講座以英語進行。會後將有新書簽售活動。

"East Eats West: Writing in Two Hemispheres" - An author event with Andrew Lam on Saturday, April 9, 2:30-4pm

2011-03-30T14:13:00.000-07:00

Andrew Lam will talk about and read from his essay collection East Eats West: Writing in Two Hemispheres. Part memoir, part meditation and part cultural anthropology, these essays explore the Vietnamese Diaspora and how East and West are changing each other. From cuisine to self-esteem, Lam shines new light on the bridges and crossroads where two hemispheres meld into one worldwide "immigrant nation" and the cultural gaps that remain.

This program will be in English only. Book signing follows the program.

Children's programs in April

2011-03-29T15:52:00.000-07:00

Join us for some entertaining programs at the library this month!

Baby Story Time

Rhymes, songs and books for infants to 18 months and their caregivers.
Thursday, April 7 (special Baby Yoga story time), 14, 21 & 28, 11am-12pm

Family Story Time

Stories, songs and more for children of all ages and their families.
Saturday, April 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, 10:30-11am

Baby Yoga Time

A special baby story time.
Thursday, April 7, 11am-12pm
Ages birth-2 and caregivers. Space is limited; please call for reservations.

Sophie's Crafts

Tuesday, April 5, 4pm
Ages 5 and older. Space is limited; please call for reservations.

Films

Tuesday, April 12
10am, 10:30am, 11:05am & 2pm: Ages 3-5
4pm: Ages 5-12

Wednesday, April 13
4pm: Ages 5-12

Thursday, April 14
10am: Ages 3-5
4pm: Ages 5-12

編織在圖書館, 2011年4月5日(星期二), 下午3點半之5點

2011-03-25T20:18:00.000-07:00

您是初學者，想要學編織？或是經驗豐富的編織者，想與別人交流技術和經驗？請參加華埠圖書館編織圖書館活動。

13歲以上。英語和國語講解限20人，請聯絡華埠圖書分館報名。將為初學者準備少數紗線和織針，但請盡可能自備用品。

下兩個月上課日期:
5月3日及6月7日(星期二), 下午3點半至5點

這個節目舉辦在兒童故事室。

Knitting at the Library on Tuesday, April 5, 3:30-5pm

2011-03-25T20:16:00.000-07:00

Are you a beginner who wants to learn how to knit or an experienced knitter looking to share ideas and techniques with other knitters? Join the Chinatown Knitting Group, exchange ideas and learn new skills!

Ages 13 and older. Instruction will be in English and Mandarin. Attendance limited to 20 people. Please contact Chinatown Branch to sign up. There will be a small stash of yarn and needles for beginners but please bring your own supplies.

And if you can't make it this month, here are the dates for the upcoming months:
May 3 and June 7, 2011, 3:30-5pm

This program will take place in the Children's Storytime Room. Please ask for directions at the Circulation or Reference Desks.

回收紙作串珠鍊

2011-03-20T23:41:00.000-07:00

星期五, 三月二十五日及四月一日,
下午三點半至五點半
於圖書館一樓會議室

將長條回收紙捲起成橢圓形小珠.再分別串成長條項鍊或短條手鍊.提供材料.歡迎八至十八歲青少年參加.

詳情請洽華埠圖書館館員Jewel, 電話:(415)355-2888 or jewelchen@sfpl.org

Recycled Paper Beads

2011-03-20T23:26:00.000-07:00

Fridays, March 25th & April 1st, 3:30 - 5:30 pm
in the 1st Floor Meeting Room

Roll up long paper strips to make rhomboid paper beads. Then you could string the beads to make a bracelet or necklace. Materials provided. For teens & tweens, ages 8 to 18 years old.

For information, cotact Jewel at Chinatown, Tel: (415)355-2888 or jewelchen@sfpl.org

《聽天由命》 - 苗麗娟 (Li Miao Lovett) 新書發表會在3月19日(星期六), 下午2點半至4點

2011-03-15T16:32:00.000-07:00

灣區作家苗麗娟 (Li Miao Lovett) 將談論和閱讀她的小說《聽天由命》 (In the Lap of the Gods)。由於三峽大壩的興建，一個變成拾荒者的村民在自己的家園淹没在水底下的同時，拾得一名棄嬰。《聽天由命》通過三峽大壩以人民作為代價的故事，揭示了近代中國社會黑暗的一面－一齣當代的悲歌，揭示了歷史被以進步為名義所抹殺。

講座以英語進行; 英/國語問答。會後將有新書簽售活動。

In the Lap of the Gods - A book talk by author Li Miao Lovett on Saturday, March 19, 2:30-4pm

2011-03-12T16:31:00.000-08:00

Bay Area author Li Miao Lovett will talk about and read from her novel In the Lap of the Gods. As the massive Three Gorges Dam rises, a villager reduced to scavenging saves an abandoned baby girl as his world disappears beneath the waters. In the Lap of the Gods reveals the dark side of modern China through the human costs of the Three Gorges Dam – a contemporary story in which the past is erased in the name of progress.

This program will be in English with a question period in English and Chinese. A book sale and signing will follow the program.

Listen to Li Miao Lovett talking about her book on this podcast from New American Media (scroll down past the article on healthcare for the link to the mp3)

夏時制3月13日(星期天)開始!

2011-03-12T10:39:00.000-08:00

請記住在3月13日(星期天) 的早上把家裡的鐘錶撥快1小時。

Daylight Saving Time starts on Sunday, March 13

2011-03-12T10:36:00.000-08:00

Don't forget to set your clocks forward one hour on Sunday morning! Daylight Saving Time officially starts at 2am on Sunday, March 13.

Children's programs in March

2011-02-26T16:44:00.000-08:00

Join us for some entertaining programs at the library this month!

Baby Story Time

Rhymes, songs and books for infants to 18 months and their caregivers.
Thursday, March 3 (special baby yoga story time), 10, 17, 24 & 31, 11am-12pm

Family Story Time

Stories, songs and more for children of all ages and their families.
Saturday, March 5, 12, 19 & 26, 10:30-11am

Baby Yoga Time

A special baby story time.
Thursday, March 3, 11am-12pm
Ages birth-2 and caregivers. Space is limited; please call for reservations.

Sophie's Crafts

Tuesday, March 15, 4pm
Ages 5 and older. Space is limited; please call for reservations.

Randel McGee & Groark the Dragon (Ventriloquist & puppet duo)
Join Randel and his puppet pal Groark for songs, music and storytelling!
Thursday, March 24, 1:30pm
Ages 5 and older. Space is limited; please call for reservations.

Films

Tuesday, March 8
10am, 10:30am, 11:05am & 2pm: Ages 3-5
4pm: Ages 5-12

Wednesday, March 9
4pm: Ages 5-12

Thursday, March 10
10am: Ages 3-5
4pm: Ages 5-12

華埠圖書館猜謎大會在2月26日(星期六), 下午2點至4點

2011-02-22T15:23:00.000-08:00

歡度新春佳節猜謎大會! 猜中有獎!

謎語有中文, 英文, 越南文。大人, 青少年, 兒童都可以參加。

2011年2月26日(星期六), 下午2點至4點。歡迎大家參加!

Chinatown Riddle Contest, Saturday, February 26, 2-4pm

2011-02-22T15:21:00.000-08:00

In celebration of Chinese New Year Chinatown Branch hosts its annual riddle contest with prizes! Riddles will be in English, Chinese and Vietnamese and are suitable for all adults, teens and children.

Join us on Saturday, February 26, 2011 from 2-4pm in the Community Room!

The Fortune Cookie Chronicles: Adventures in the World of Chinese Food - An author event with Jennifer 8. Lee on Saturday, February 19, 2:30-4pm

2011-02-15T17:47:00.000-08:00

Who invented chop suey? Where do fortune cookies come from? New York Times reporter Jennifer 8. Lee writes about this and more in her book The Fortune Cookie Chronicles - a deliciously entertaining history of the Chinese food industry in the United States.

The Fortune Cookie Chronicles is our On the Same Page book club selection for January and February.

This program will be in English only. Book signing will follow the program.

《簽語餅誌 - 中國菜歷險記》 - 作家李競書談會在2月19日(星期六), 下午2點半至4點

2011-02-15T17:39:00.000-08:00

誰發明雜碎? 簽語餅從哪裡來? 李競藉她的暢銷書《簽語餅誌 - 中國菜歷險記》描述中國餐館業在美國的有趣歷史。

《簽語餅誌 - 中國菜歷險記》是圖書館「在同一頁」讀書會一月與二月的選擇。

講座以英語進行。會後將有新書簽售活動。

2月21日(星期一)為"總統紀念日"圖書館休息一天

2011-02-15T16:53:00.000-08:00

2月21日(星期一)為"總統紀念日"華埠圖書館與全部舊金山市立圖書館休息一天.

Library closed on Monday, February 21, for Presidents Day

2011-02-15T16:44:00.000-08:00

The Chinatown Branch and all other San Francisco Public Libraries will be closed on Monday, February 21, for Presidents Day.

Read some books about Abraham Lincoln and George Washington to celebrate Presidents' Day:

Lincoln for President by Bruce Chadwick
The Essential Lincoln: Speeches and Correspondence
Abraham Lincoln by James M. McPherson

Washington: A Life by Ron Chernow
The Ascent of George Washington by John E. Ferling

Children's programs in February

2011-02-01T13:31:00.000-08:00

It's the Year of the Rabbit, so hop over for some fun children's programs this month!

Baby Story Time

Rhymes, songs and books for infants to 18 months and their caregivers.
Thursday, February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 11am-12pm + playtime

Family Story Time

Stories, songs and more for children of all ages and their families.
Saturday, February 5, 12, 19 & 26, 10:30-11am

Riddle Contest

In celebration of the Chinese New Year, there will be a riddle contest in English, Chinese and Vietnamese with prizes! For children, teens and adults.
Saturday, February 26, 2-4pm

Films

Tuesday, February 15
10am, 10:30am, 11:05am & 2pm: Ages 3-5
4pm: Ages 5-12

Wednesday, February 16
4pm: Ages 5-12

Thursday, February 17
10am: Ages 3-5
4pm: Ages 5-12

移民講座及法律診所在2011年2月5日(星期六), 下午2點半至4點

2011-01-28T07:58:00.000-08:00

三藩市移民法律及教育網絡(SFILEN)舉辦講座, 講述移民權益及如何防止移民欺詐。一名律師會在現場為個人提供諮詢。

廣東話講解。

Immigration Workshop & Legal Clinic, Saturday, February 5, 2:30-4pm

2011-01-28T07:54:00.000-08:00

The San Francisco Immigrant Legal & Education Network (SFILEN) will present a workshop on immigration rights and how to prevent immigration fraud.

A lawyer will be available for individual consultation. The presentation will be in Cantonese.

Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) Outstation at Chinatown Branch

2011-01-27T15:31:00.000-08:00

ADRC has a new outstation at Chinatown Branch in the heart of Chinatown, offering free information and assistance services for seniors and people with disabilities in English and Chinese.

ADRC will be in the downstairs lobby of Chinatown Branch on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 1:30-4:30pm.

Services provided include:

Information, assistance and referral
Benefits, housing resources, Medicare Savings Program, ExtraHelp
Translation services and assistance with filling out forms
Savings on utility bills and other services

ADRC is funded by the San Francisco Department of Aging and Adult Services. ADRC is a program of the Canon Kip Senior Center of the Episcopal Community.

老人及殘障資源中心辦工地點在華埠圖書館

2011-01-27T15:30:00.000-08:00

老人及殘障資源中心 (ADRC) 在唐人埠有新的辦工地點. ADRC為60歲以上的老年人和18到59歲的成年殘疾人士提供免費的資訊和援助服務. 語言包括英語, 粵語及國語.

ADRC辦工地點是在華埠圖書館樓下的前廳. 辦工時間是星期三到星期五, 下午1點半至4點半.

服務包括:

資訊和轉介
福利救濟及房屋資訊
翻譯服務, 表格填寫
煤電費節餘規劃

ADRC老人及殘障資源中心所有的經費是由三藩市老人及成人服務部門提供. ADRC老人及殘障資源中心屬於三藩市主教社區服務機構Canon Kip Senior Center的計劃

2011年2月2日為新年除夕華埠圖書館提早關門

2011-01-27T10:50:00.000-08:00

2月2日(星期二)為新年除夕, 華埠圖書館提前於下午五點關門, 其他的舊金山市立圖書館照常開放。華埠圖書館與其他舊金山市立圖書館2月3日(星期三)照常開門。

華埠圖書館祝大家新年快樂,兔年萬事如意!

Chinatown Branch closing early at 5pm on Wednesday, February 2

2011-01-27T10:45:00.000-08:00

Chinatown Branch will close early at 5pm on Wednesday, February 2, in observance of Chinese New Year. All other branches will keep their regular opening hours. Chinatown Branch and all other branches will be open for regular hours on Thursday, February 3.

The Staff of Chinatown Branch wishes everybody a happy Year of the Rabbit! Gong Hay Fat Choy!

舞獅慶春節在2011年1月29日(星期六), 上午11點半

2011-01-24T19:13:00.000-08:00

為華埠圖書館帶來兔年好運！精武體育協會表演舞獅，慶祝中國新年！

Chinese Lion Dancers on Saturday, January 29, 11:30pm

2011-01-24T19:12:00.000-08:00

Help Chinatown Branch bring in good luck for the Year of the Rabbit by joining us for our annual Lion Dance and Chinese martial arts performance by the San Francisco Jing Mo Athletic Association led by Rick Wing!

甜酸人生：中餐館的生活　－　新書發表會在１月２２日（星期六），下午２：３０－４

2011-01-18T16:39:00.000-08:00

作家John Jung會討論他的新書《甜酸人生》 - 一本探討華人家庭餐館的社會歷史書。灣區詩人Nellie Wong會表演詩朗誦。這些詩描述她在屋崙家庭餐館長大的經歷。

講座以英語進行。會後將有新書簽售活動。

Sweet and Sour: Life in Chinese Family Restaurants - Author event on Saturday, January 22, 2:30-4pm

2011-01-15T12:56:00.000-08:00

Join us when author John Jung discusses his book Sweet and Sour - a social history of Chinese family restaurants. Bay Area poet Nellie Wong will perform some of her poems based on her experiences growing up in an Oakland Chinese family restaurant.

This program will be in English only. Book signing follows the program.

This program is part of a series of programs related to the San Francisco Eats exhibit. Another program in this series will be an author event with Jennifer 8. Lee who will talk about her book The Fortune Cookie Chronicles on February 19.

一月十八日為"馬丁路得∙金紀念日"圖書館休息一天

2011-01-12T20:04:00.000-08:00

2011年1月17日(星期一)為"馬丁路得∙金紀念日"全部舊金山市立圖書館休息一天.

Photo credit:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/blatantnews/ / CC BY 2.0

Library closed on Monday, January 17, for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

2011-01-12T16:38:00.000-08:00

Please note that the Chinatown Branch and all other San Francisco Public Libraries will be closed on Monday, January 17, 2011, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

The photo is from the San Francisco Historical Photograph Collection at SFPL and shows then Governor Edmund G. Brown and Martin Luther King, Jr. at a news conference in 1965.

Children's Programs in January

2011-01-01T13:14:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year everybody!

Baby Story Time

Rhymes, songs and books for infants to 18 months and their caregivers.
Thursday, January 6 (special baby yoga class), 13, 20 and 27, 11am-12pm

Family Story Time

Stories, songs and more for children of all ages and their families.
Saturday, January 8, 15, 22 and 29, 10:30-11am

Baby Yoga Time

A special baby story time with Michelle Wing.
Thursday, January 6, 11am-12pm
Ages birth-2 & caregivers. Space is limited; please call for reservations.

San Francisco Public School Kindergarten Enrollment Workshop (in Chinese)

Saturday, January 8, 10-11:30am

Chinese Lion Dancers

Come and celebrate the Year of the Rabbit!
Saturday, January 29, 11:30am

Films

Tuesday, January 11
10am, 10:30am, 11:05am & 2pm: Ages 3-5
4pm: Ages 5-12

Wednesday, January 12
4pm: Ages 5-12

Thursday, January 13
10am: Ages 3-5
4pm: Ages 5-12

Best books of 2010

2010-12-27T20:44:00.000-08:00

Are you looking for reading recommendations? Here as some lists of best books of the year from The New York Times, the San Francisco Chronicle and others.

What was your favorite read of the year? Leave a comment and let us know!

The New York Times' 10 Best Books of 2010
The New York Times' 100 Notable Books of 2010
The SF Chronicle's 100 recommended books of the year
The Wall Street Journal's Books Our Critics Loved
Amazon's Best of 2010
The Guardian's Editor's Picks

Happy Reading!

新年假日圖書館休息時間

2010-12-26T12:21:00.000-08:00

2010年12月31日(星期五) 圖書館將於下午五時休息。2011年1月1日(星期六) 為"新年假日"全部舊金山市立圖書館休息一天。圖書館在2011年1月2日（星期天）恢復正常開放時間。

祝大家新年快樂!

Library closing at 5pm on December 31 and closed on January 1 for New Year's Day

2010-12-26T12:17:00.000-08:00

Please note that the Chinatown Branch and all other San Francisco Public Libraries will close at 5pm on Friday, December 31, and will be closed on Saturday, January 1, for New Year's Day. We will resume our regular opening hours on Sunday, January 2.

Happy New Year from all of us!

聖誕節日圖書館休息時間

2010-12-19T12:28:00.000-08:00

12月25日(星期六) 為"聖誕假日"全部舊金山市立圖書館休息一天。12月24日(星期五) 圖書館將於下午五時休息。圖書館在12月26日（星期天）恢復正常開放時間。

Library closing at 5pm on December 24 and closed on December 25 for Christmas

2010-12-16T14:23:00.000-08:00

Please note that the Chinatown Branch and all other San Francisco Public Libraries will close at 5pm on Friday, December 24 and will be closed on Saturday, December 25, for Christmas. We will resume our regular opening hours on Sunday December 26.

Happy holidays to all of you!

Free Day at The Contemporary Jewish Museum on Sunday, December 12

2010-12-07T17:47:00.000-08:00

Once again this year SFPL library card holders and guests can get free admission to The Contemporary Jewish Museum. Take this opportunity to view the museum's Curious George Saves the Day exhibit and enjoy musical entertainment, storytimes with SFPL librarians and a bookmbile visit!

The Contemporary Jewish Museum is located at 736 Mission St., between 3rd and 4th Streets. Check out the museum's website at http://www.thecjm.org/

And of course you can always check out the adventures of your favorite mischievous monkey at the library!

Chinatown Branch - San Francisco Public Library 舊金山華埠市立圖書館

Happy Chinese New Year!

新春快樂！

馬丁路德金博士紀念日休息

Library closed on Monday, January 16, for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

SeniorNet: An Introductory Computer Workshop for Seniors

耆英電腦俱樂部 - 專為長者而設的基礎電腦班

Library closed on Jan. 1-2

元旦圖書館休息日

Library closed on December 24-26

聖誕節圖書館休息時間

Chinatown/Him Mark Lai Branch Library Rededication

12月10日華埠/麥禮謙圖書館命名慶典

Library closed on Nov. 24-25 for Thanksgiving

11月24-25日（星期四至五）圖書館“感恩節假日”休息二天

Song of the Silk Road：a book talk and calligraphy demonstration by author Mingmei Yip on Nov. 19, 2011

11月19日葉明媚女士新書售簽及書法表演

10月10日(星期一) 圖書館為"哥倫布紀念日"休息一天

Library closed for Columbus Day on October 10, 2011

The Woman Who Could Not Forget: Iris Chang Before and Beyond the Rape of Nanking, A Memoir on Saturday, September 24, 2:30-4pm

重訪舊華埠1931-1951新書發表會在9月17日(星期六), 下午2點半至4點

Author Reading: Old Chinatown—Revisited on Saturday, September 17, 2:30-4pm

Change in schedule for Hula Hoop Fun with Cherry Hoops

Laptop lending and changes to public computer time

9月5日(星期一)為"勞工節"圖書館休息一天

Children's programs in September

Library closed on Monday, September 5, 2011 for Labor Day

中秋手工活動在8月27日(星期六), 下午2點半至4點

Mid-Autumn Festival Craft Workshop on Saturday, August 27, 2:30-4pm

Children's programs in August

Summer Read SF 2011 ends July 30

灣區紅十字會基本急救(粵語)在7月23日(星期六), 下午2點半至4點

American Red Cross Basic First Aid in Cantonese, Saturday, July 23, 2:30-4pm

Children's programs in July

7月4日(星期一) 圖書館為"美國國慶日"休息兩天

Library closed on Monday, July 4 for Independence Day

《升級》 (Level Up) - 楊謹倫(Gene Luen Yang) 與Thien Pham 的漫畫小說新書發表會在7月9日(星期六), 2點半至4點

Level Up - A graphic novel by Gene Luen Yang and Thien Pham, author talk & reading on Saturday, July 9, 2:30-4pm

跟朱立平學太極 2011年6月25日(周六), 下午2:30至4時

Tai Chi for Beginners with Liping Julia Zhu L.Ac., Saturday, June 25, 2:30-4pm

Chinatown Open House Celebration on Tuesday, June 14, 2:30-4pm and Saturday, June 18, 2-4pm

舊金山華埠圖書館90周年慶典在2011年6月14日(星期二)下午2:30 - 4及6月18日(星期六) 下午2-4

華埠圖書館慶祝建館90週年 - 特邀演講嘉賓譚碧芳教授 2011年6月11日(星期六), 下午2:30至4時

Chinatown Branch Library Celebrates 90th Anniversary with Special Guest Speaker Judy Yung, Saturday, June 11, 2:30-4pm

Children's programs in June

舊金山市立圖書館2011年暑期閱讀活動 - 6月1日至7月30日

Join Summer Read S.F. 2011, June 1-July 30

五月三十日(星期一)為"陣亡將士紀念日"圖書館休息一天

Library closed on Monday, May 30, 2011, for Memorial Day

Recycled Paper Origami 回收紙摺紙玩偶

中國玉器圖片秀 - 粵語/英語講解在2011年5月28日(星期六), 下午2點半至4點

Chinese Jade: A slide show and talk in English and Cantonese on Saturday, May 28, 2:30-4pm

Author Reading: My Mom is a Fob - Earnest Advice in Broken English from Your Asian-American Mother, Saturday, May 14, 2:30-4pm

《我那可愛的新移民媽媽》 新書發表會在星期六，2011年5月14日, 下午2:30至4點

古琴: 中國古典音樂 - 5月7日(星期六)下午2:30至4時

Guqin: Ancient Chinese Music, Saturday, May 7, 2:30-4pm

Children's Programs in May

青少年徵文比賽

Teen Essay Contest

中國象棋比賽在2011年4月23及4月30日(星期六), 下午1點半至5點

Chinese Chess Tournament, Saturday, April 23 and 30, 1:30-5pm

青少年串珠: 復活節活動

Beading Arts for Teens & Tweens: Easter Holiday

《東西相融》─ Andrew Lam 新書發表會在4月9日(星期六), 下午2點半至4點

"East Eats West: Writing in Two Hemispheres" - An author event with Andrew Lam on Saturday, April 9, 2:30-4pm

Children's programs in April

編織在圖書館, 2011年4月5日(星期二), 下午3點半之5點

Knitting at the Library on Tuesday, April 5, 3:30-5pm

回收紙作串珠鍊

Recycled Paper Beads

《聽天由命》 - 苗麗娟 (Li Miao Lovett) 新書發表會在3月19日(星期六), 下午2點半至4點

In the Lap of the Gods - A book talk by author Li Miao Lovett on Saturday, March 19, 2:30-4pm

夏時制3月13日(星期天)開始!

Daylight Saving Time starts on Sunday, March 13

Children's programs in March

華埠圖書館猜謎大會在2月26日(星期六), 下午2點至4點

Chinatown Riddle Contest, Saturday, February 26, 2-4pm

The Fortune Cookie Chronicles: Adventures in the World of Chinese Food - An author event with Jennifer 8. Lee on Saturday, February 19, 2:30-4pm

《簽語餅誌 - 中國菜歷險記》 - 作家李競書談會在2月19日(星期六), 下午2點半至4點

2月21日(星期一)為"總統紀念日"圖書館休息一天

《我那可愛的新移民媽媽》新書發表會在星期六，2011年5月14日, 下午2:30至4點

2011年2月2日為新年除夕華埠圖書館提早關門

甜酸人生：中餐館的生活　－　新書發表會在１月２２日（星期六），下午２：３０－４