Library closed on Jan. 1-2
Library closed on December 24-26
Chinatown/Him Mark Lai Branch Library Rededication
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
Library closed on Nov. 24-25 for Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving!!
Song of the Silk Road：a book talk and calligraphy demonstration by author Mingmei Yip on Nov. 19, 2011
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。
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
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)
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
Children's programs in September
School started and films are back.
Ages 5 and older. Please call for reservations.
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
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
Mid-Autumn Festival Craft Workshop on Saturday, August 27, 2:30-4pm
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
Summer Reading ended July 30 but that doesn't mean that there aren't any fun children's programs in August!
Baby Story TimeRhymes, 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
Baby Story TimeThursday, 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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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, 2-3pmAges 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 SodosWednesday, 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, 2-3pmAges 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
Join Summer Read S.F. 2011, June 1-July 30
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
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
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