As April blooms with fragrance, the scent of books fills the air. We welcome the 31st World Book Day and the inaugural National Reading Week. The Library cordially invites all faculty and students to embark on a journey of reading—to encounter the world through the fragrance of ink and to measure civilization across the pages.
PART Ⅰ Nourish the Mind, Read Together
Event 1: Share the Joy of Reading — Book Donation Drive
Date: April 23
Description: As we celebrate the first National Reading Week and the 31st World Book Day, and in honor of the campus's 10th anniversary, the library invites all faculty，staff and students to participate in the "Share the Joy of Reading" book donation initiative.
Event 2: By the Numbers — Library Annual Review 2025
Date: April 23
Description: The past year has been filled with remarkable moments shared between the library and you, our devoted readers. Explore this annual data report and revisit the story of you and your library.
Event 3: Unbox the Unknown — Book Blind Date
Date: April 23 – April 24
Location: Library
Description: During World Book Day, the library will randomly hide "book blind boxes" around the building. Set aside expectations and stumble upon an unexpected read. Come to the library and discover the joy of the unknown!
Event 4: Empower Your Research — Academic Efficiency Workshop Series
A craftsman must sharpen his tools to do his work well, and the same holds true for learning and research. The library presents a special series of workshops on practical academic software designed to help you enhance your research skills and boost productivity.
Efficient Academic Writing with LaTeX on Overleaf
Date: April 17, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Location: Library Multi-function Room
Mastering Reference Management with EndNote
Date: April 24, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Location: Library Multi-function Room
AI-Powered Academic Research
Date: April 29
Location: Library Multi-function Room
Hands-on with VS Code: Practical Tips
Date: May 8, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Location: Library Multi-function Room
Event 5: Link Campus，@ service
Date: April 22 – April 23
Location: ZJE / ZJUI / ZIBS / Research Centers
Description: Librarians will visit ZJE, ZJUI, ZIBS, and various research centers to offer on-site consultations, resource recommendations, and service introductions. We're here to listen to your needs and bring you warm, attentive library service—face to face.
PART Ⅱ Civilizations in Dialogue: World Tour, Season Two — Southeast Asia
Event 1: A Thousand Years of Weaving — Southeast Asian Traditional Attire Exhibition
Date: April 23 – May 23
Description: Themed "A Thousand Years of Weaving: Inheriting Threads of Culture," this exhibition showcases the finest traditional garments from Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia. Through these resplendent textiles, glimpse the spirit and aesthetics of Southeast Asia.
Event 2: Written in the Southern Seas — Southeast Asian Culture Book Fair
Date: April 23 – May 23
Location: Library Atrium
Description: This book fair brings together historical records, literature, and folklore from Southeast Asia. Using books as a bridge, we trace the heritage of the Maritime Silk Road and invite readers to immerse themselves in the region's rich cultural tapestry and foster mutual understanding.
Event 3: Voices Across the Water — "Let Me Read to You" Southeast Asia Edition
Date: April 28 & May 12
Description: Our "Let Me Read to You" broadcast series, in partnership with the Voice of the Tide Radio Club, features selected readings from books on Southeast Asia. Tune in and let the exotic charm and the joy of storytelling transport you.
Event 4: Tropical Pulse — The Rhythms of Southeast Asian Music
Date: April 23 – May 23
Location: BookBite Bay (Cafeteria)
Description: Where gongs meet bamboo flutes—from Gamelan orchestras to the single-string đàn bầu, the beats along the Spice Route never cease. Come listen to the vibrant tropical heartbeat of Southeast Asia.
Event 5: Glimpse of the Exotic — Nanyang Cultural Experience Day
Date: April 24, 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Location: Library Multi-function Room
Description: The library invites you to an immersive cultural experience! Complete all activity stations, check out one book, and share a photo on your social media feed to receive a surprise gift blind box (available while supplies last, first come, first served).
Coconut Shell Rattle Craft
Using natural coconut and seashell bases, decorate with colorful threads, beads, and Southeast Asian textile motif stickers (geometric and floral patterns). Make your own rattle to take home as a memorable keepsake from the exhibition.
Southeast Asian Bracelet Workshop
Choose from an array of beads and charms to design and create your own vibrant bracelet inspired by Southeast Asian colors and craftsmanship.
Threads of Heritage: Dress-up Photo Corner
Visit our special Southeast Asian-themed photo zone featuring traditional garments, accessories, and a brocade backdrop. Try them on, strike a pose, and capture a beautiful moment from abroad.
Reading is a dialogue across time and space, and a bridge for mutual learning between civilizations. Looking forward to meeting you!
Library
April 20, 2026