Enjoy a Cool Summer at Your Local Library
Where is the nearest summer getaway from my home this summer?
This summer, why not enjoy a refreshing break at your local public library in Gyeonggi Province? With a variety of cultural events accompanying your reading vacation (Book+Vacance), it's a great way to escape the heat. While it would be wonderful to travel often, we can't always do that. Discover new books and enjoy vibrant experiences at the library this summer! We introduce various events, including summer vacation special lectures, late-night reading camps, and media art experiences, taking place in 315 libraries across 31 cities and counties in Gyeonggi Province.
Experience a reading vacation at 315 libraries!
Gyeonggi Province has 315 public libraries. There will be a rich array of events, from reading classes for children and teenagers to humanities courses for seniors and adults.
The Gyeonggi Provincial Library will operate a 'Late Night Library' during the summer vacation from July to August, hosting overnight reading camps. Additionally, a 'Media Art Rest Area' featuring an LED wall and ASMR sounds will be set up, allowing visitors to enjoy a cool indoor space for relaxation and cultural experiences.
✅ Gyeonggi Provincial Library
▪ Date: July to August
▪ Media Art Rest Area: Creating a digital oasis space with LED walls and ASMR sounds for indoor relaxation and cultural experiences
▪ Late Night Library: Hosting overnight reading camps
Namyangju Jeong Yak-yong Library will host a discussion on 'The Power of Literacy in the AI Era' with EBS producers Min Jeong-hong and Kim Ji-won, who planned and produced works like 'Your Literacy', 'Literacy Kindergarten', 'Your Literacy Plus', and 'Literacy Illiterates', on July 18.
✅ Namyangju Jeong Yak-yong Library
▪ Date: July 18 (Saturday) 14:00~16:00
▪ Topic: The Power of Literacy in the AI Era
▪ Speakers: EBS Producers Min Jeong-hong and Kim Ji-won
To combat the heat, Gyeonggi Province is operating cool shelters and unique services. Small libraries near homes are designated as open cool shelters for anyone to use, helping to prevent heat-related illnesses due to climate change. Uniquely, some libraries offer umbrella rentals, which can significantly reduce the heat. Take steps to prevent heat-related illnesses this summer.
✅ Guri City Library 'Conscience Umbrella Rental Station'
▪ Details: Free umbrella rental to lower perceived temperature during heatwaves, preventing heat-related illnesses for citizens
▪ Eligibility: Anyone visiting the library, including Guri citizens and users
Check the schedule and application methods for library programs in Gyeonggi Province. Detailed schedules and participation methods for summer reading culture programs at each library can be found on their official websites.
▪ Integrated Information: Visit the Gyeonggi Provincial Library website
▪ Detailed Local Information: Refer to the websites of public libraries and small libraries in each city and county
This summer, embark on a journey deep into the world of books at the library!
This weekend, why not take a refreshing trip to a safe and cool library for a pleasant healing experience with your kids or even by yourself? Create a rewarding summer with books.
Source :https://blog.naver.com/gyeonggi_gov/224335523438
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