Event Purpose
The Civic and Municipal Affairs Bureau (IACM) Libraries of Macao are committed to fostering a reading culture among local residents and cultivating good reading habits. With a focus on students in mainland China who lack reading materials, the IACM is organizing the "Deserted Island Library" used book recycling drive. This initiative encourages citizens to donate their books, spreading the joy of reading to every corner.
Event Details
The IACM Libraries are partnering with the "Deserted Island Library" project. Books donated by the public will be sent to libraries in remote areas of Guangdong Province, giving good books a new lease on life and providing more people with the opportunity to read.
Book Donation Guidelines
Books NOT Accepted:
- Magazines, newspapers, textbooks, maps, event programs, commemorative publications, yearbooks, comics, etc.
- Outdated books on time-sensitive subjects like computer science, information technology, law, travel guides, etc.
- Books promoting commercial interests, religious propaganda, pornography (including romance novels), violence, etc.
- Photocopied, pirated, or damaged books.
Suggested Book Categories (Simplified Chinese books are preferred if possible):
- Children's picture books, fairy tales, etc.
- Young adult literature, e.g., popular science, education, history, geography, etc.
- Literary novels, history, biographies, etc.
- General knowledge, home economics, health care, etc.
- Chinese classics, poetry, etc.
- Psychology and motivational books.
Drop-off Locations & Contact
IACM Libraries:
- Wong Ieng Kuan Library at Jardim da Montanha Russa (Tel: 2895 3365)
- Wong Ieng Kuan Library at Jardim Comemorativo de Sun Yat Sen (Tel: 2822 8162)
- Wong Ieng Kuan Library at Jardim da Areia Preta (Tel: 2845 1830)
- Wong Ieng Kuan Children's Library at Jardim da Areia Preta (Tel: 2843 7077)
- Wong Ieng Kuan Library in Taipa (Tel: 8893 1212)
- Ho Yin Library (Tel: 2870 6940)
- Hac Sa Van Library (Tel: 8294 7931)
Special Collection Booth:
- Visit the IACM booth at the Tap Siac Craft Market from May 9–11 and May 16–18.
Important Notes
- All donated books will be entrusted by the IACM to the "Deserted Island Library" for delivery to libraries in Guangdong Province.
- Once donated, books cannot be returned.
Event Schedule
- Date: April 10 – May 31, 2014
- Time: 08:00 – 20:00
- Location: Various IACM Libraries
- Enquiry: 2845 1830
