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Information Expo on Multiple Pathways 2024
Information Expo on Multiple Pathways 2024 (Info Expo) will be held on 10 and 11 May 2024 at the Kowloonbay International Trade & Exhibition Centre to provide information on various articulation opportunities for secondary school graduates and help them plan well for their further studies and career pathways. Around 30 institutions and organisations set up exhibition booths at the Info Expo to provide information on locally accredited post-secondary programmes (including programmes under the “Study Subsidy Scheme for Designated Professions/Sectors” or “Non-means-tested Subsidy Scheme for Self-financing Undergraduate Studies in Hong Kong” and as well as vocational and professional education and training (VPET) programmes), the applied degree programmes, the Diploma of Applied Education programme, and relevant online platforms such as the Information Portal for Post-secondary Programmes (iPASS), the Electronic Advance Application System for Post-secondary Programmes (E-APP), Concourse on Self-financing Post-secondary Education (Concourse) and Qualifications Framework. There will also be talks on topics such as multiple pathways for secondary school graduates, VPET, career planning and experience sharing by students. Advisory service on further studies and career planning will also be provided.
Chinese Culture Festival 2024: A New CantoneseOpera Ma Xianglan by Hong Kong Xiqu Troupe
A New Cantonese Opera Ma Xianglan Main Cast: LEE Lung, Sun Kim Long, LeungSiu-ming, Tse Hue-ying, Wan Yuk-yu, Liu Kwok-Sum, Jackie Leung
To tie in with the first Reading for All Day on 23 April this year, the Hong Kong Public Libraries will host Hong Kong Reading Week between 20 April and 28 April. Collaborated with various stakeholders, HKPL will hold a series of online activities and live events to promote the benefits of reading and foster a citywide reading culture. The activities will take place in different locations across the city, serving residents from all walks of life. The theme of the Reading for All Day this year is Chinese culture, with an objective to strengthen residents' recognition of their national identity and appreciation of traditional Chinese culture.
Global Talent Summit · Hong Kong
The inaugural Global Talent Summit • Hong Kong (the Summit) will take place on 7 and 8 May, 2024 at Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai, aiming to showcase Hong Kong’s distinctive advantages of enjoying strong support of the Motherland and being closely connected to the world under “one country, two systems” as well as the charm of an international talent hub to the world. The two-day event consists of three key components: 1. International Talent Forum (7 May 2024) 2. The 2nd Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area High-quality Talent Development Conference (8 May 2024) 3. CareerConnect Expo (7 - 8 May 2024)Opening Hours: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Hall 3F
Customs YES Summer Internship Programme 2024 (Phase 2)
With overwhelming supports from participating students and supporting organisations, the Customs YES Summer Internship Programme (Programme) is now open for applications! Through this Programme, participating interns will be given the opportunity to work within Customs formations or organizations of Customs counterparts, therefore obtaining valuable work experiences, understanding their career interests and preparing for future development. This year, the Programme consists of two recruitment phases. In Phase 1: Customs formations, the Programme will offer a number of summer placement opportunities within Customs formations. In Phase 2: Customs counterparts, the Programme will provide students with the opportunities to work in the companies of C&ED counterparts in various industries or sectors.
Country Parks Volunteer Scheme
The Country Parks Volunteer Scheme is co-organised by the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) and Friends of the Country Parks to arouse public awareness on protecting Hong Kong country parks through participating in management, education and conservation work of the country parks. It also offers valuable opportunities for nature lovers to serve the society. All enrolled candidates of the “Country Parks Volunteer Scheme” will be invited to attend a “Volunteer Orientation Class” and a “Basic Training for Volunteer Trainees”. After completion of the orientation class, training and passing the assessment, trainees can enroll 20-hour volunteer services to obtain practical experience on different types of services. Afterwards, the participant is qualified as a Country Parks Volunteer.
【Free Tickets Registration】HKCO: Tunes of Tianjin and Northern China
Tianjin is known as the "Home of Song Art", and boasts a rich history as well as a longstanding cultural background. This concert focuses on showcasing the unique cultural and artistic aspects of Tianjin in northern China. The programme is made up of various folk elements, such as Chinese New Year paintings, folklore, folk song classics, Tianjin local customs, Peking Opera, and folk songs from the northern region. Wang Zhanzhan on the faculty of the Tianjin Conservatory of Music, Gao Chao and Gao Yue of the middle school affiliated to the Conservatory have been invited to guest perform on the occasion to complement the ‘Tianjin’ touch.
Activities under "Day x Night Vibes@18 Districts"
The "Day x Night Vibes@18 Districts" offers a wide range of cultural and leisure activities, including market carnivals and bazaars, art exhibitions, musical performances and sports experiences. The events are suitable for people of all ages and tourists as they are a blend of the old and new, presenting a variety of traditional cultures and regional characteristics, while introducing new elements. Let's take a look at the following event recommendations and explore more! 1. Kowloon City District: Kowloon City Songkran Festival 2024 Date: 12 to 14 April 2024Venue: Kowloon City Carpenter Road Park and Shing Nam RoadDetails: The event will promote the unique food, shopping, and entertainment experiences in the Kowloon City district by offering authentic Thai cuisine, music, Muay Thai competitions, and other cultural experiences, complemented by exciting activities and promotions. Moreover, the Hong Kong Kowloon City Industry and Commerce Association will collaborate with local businesses in the Kowloon City district to provide e-payment discounts and rebates to visitors, including night-time special offers. 2. Tuen Mun District: Vespere Tuen Mun Date: 12 to 14 April 2024Venue: Tuen Mun Cultural SquareDetails: The event will include 26 booths selling various kinds of products, snacks and beverages, live music, and art installations, with a view to transforming Tuen Mun Cultural Square into a nighttime artistic venue. Meanwhile, shopping malls in the neighborhood will be invited to offer special catering and retail promotion during the event. 3. Eastern District: Night Dragon Parade@Eastern District Date: 11 May 2024Venue: Eastern District Cultural Square, Shau Kei Wan Main Street East, Factory Street PlaygroundDetails: A luminous dragon and lion dance performance demonstrating the characteristics of Eastern District will first-ever be held during Tam Kung Festival, together with a variety of limited dining and shopping offers, creating a joyous atmosphere in the community and boosting the night economy. Please refer to the thematic webpage of the Day x Night Vibes@18 Districts for more details!
HKCO: Tunes of Tianjin and Northern China
Tianjin is known as the "Home of Song Art", and boasts a rich history as well as a longstanding cultural background. This concert focuses on showcasing the unique cultural and artistic aspects of Tianjin in northern China. The programme is made up of various folk elements, such as Chinese New Year paintings, folklore, folk song classics, Tianjin local customs, Peking Opera, and folk songs from the northern region. Wang Zhanzhan on the faculty of the Tianjin Conservatory of Music, Gao Chao and Gao Yue of the middle school affiliated to the Conservatory have been invited to guest perform on the occasion to complement the ‘Tianjin’ touch.
Oi! Artist-in-Residence and Exhibition Programme
Oi! is an art space located in the North Point community, aiming to be an artistic oasis amidst the bustling city. Through diverse art programmes, Oi! explores the possibilities of art in community engagement, connecting different communities through various art forms and integrating a wide range of knowledge and experiences.Oi! is now calling for artist-in-residence and exhibition proposals (hereinafter referred to as “Proposals”) to invite Hong Kong artists and creative talents to participate in the “Oi! Artist-in-Residence and Exhibition Programme” (hereinafter referred to as “the Programme”). Selected applicants will conduct research at Oi! and showcase the outcomes of their residency and creations to the public through organising exhibitions at the galleries of Oi!. The artist-in-residence period, the exhibition period and other details are as follows:More about Oi!: https://www.apo.hk/en/web/apo/oi.html
“Yesterday’s Vacation in HK” Exhibition
The Public Records Office (PRO) of the Government Records Service (GRS) today (September 15) launches the annual thematic exhibition “Yesterday’s Vacation in HK”, which takes the audience on a journey through Hong Kong’s past. Featuring a selection of tourism-related archival holdings from the 1950s to the 1980s, the exhibition unveils visitors’ diverse experience in the city and a variety of tourist attractions under four themes, namely “Sight and Scenes”, “Shopping Paradise”, “Paradise for Foodies”, and “Happenings in the City”. The exhibition also sheds light on different facets of lives in old Hong Kong. Members of the public are welcome to visit the Exhibition Hall where a selection of over 70 archival holdings is on view starting from today. A thematic backdrop near the entrance of the Exhibition Hall offers a photogenic spot for the audience to begin their exhibition journey. An “Exhibition Pass” booklet is also available on-site. The exhibition opens from Monday through Friday, from 9am to 5.45pm (except for public holidays), in the Exhibition Hall on the second floor of the Hong Kong Public Records Building, 13 Tsui Ping Road, Kwun Tong. Admission is free. Members of the public can find more precious archival images by browsing the online exhibition (www.grs.gov.hk/ws/online/yvhk/en/home/index.html), and follow the Facebook Page of PRO (www.facebook.com/grs.publicrecordsoffice) for more interesting stories covered in the exhibition. PRO will host roving exhibitions in different districts in the coming months, and the relevant information will be announced later on the GRS website (www.grs.gov.hk). For enquiries, please call the PRO at 2195 7700 or email to proinfo@grs.gov.hk.
Outreach Music Interest Courses
Outreach Music Interest Courses will be conducted from Mar to Aug 2024. Courses ranging from Chinese and Western musical instrument foundation classes to music workshops will take place at different Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD) venues and Music Office Music Centres across the territory. Workshops New course: AI Music Creation Online course: ABCs of Musicianship Ensemble training: Chinese Ensemble・Western Ensemble Instrumental enrichment: Erhu・Yangqin・Zheng・Violin・Cello Others: Keyboard・Music Theory・Aural Training・Little Harp・Classical Guitar・Ukulele Instrument Foundation Classes Chinese: Xiao・Dizi・Zhongruan・Pipa・Yangqin・Zheng・Erhu Western: Violin・Viola・Cello・Flute・Clarinet・Saxophone・Percussion (Glockenspiel & Practice Pad) Teaching Venues LCSD Venues and Music Office Music Centres Course Fees $260 - $1,140 (5 to 20 lessons) Stage 1 Recruitment (application deadline: 30 January) Stage 2 Recruitment (remaining places will accept applications from 28 February to one week after the course commencement on a first-come, first-served basis)
"Excursion with Water Save Dave" Visiting Programme (For Individuals and Groups)
"Excursion with Water Save Dave" Visiting Programme, to be conducted by way of guided tours, comprises visits to various waterworks facilities under three themes. It aims to introduce the historical background and significance of various waterworks facilities, enhancing public’s knowledge of water resources and raising their awareness of water conservation. The following guided tours to waterworks facilities are now opened to individuals and organisations for visit by prior application: Theme 1: Our Water Resources and NatureOur Water Resources and Nature High Island Reservoir and Plover Cove Reservoir are respectively the Hong Kong’s largest reservoir and the world's first freshwater coastal reservoir. Participants can visit these two reservoirs to understand their history while enjoying the beautiful scenery. Theme 2: Waterworks Heritage TrailsParticipants can witness various historic waterworks structures along the heritage trails and learn the water supply history of Hong Kong. Theme 3: Fresh Water Treatment and Quality ControlParticipants can learn the water treatment process and daily operation of a water treatment works as well as the water supply system in Hong Kong. (Please refer to the related webpage for details)
Astronomical Training Programme for Secondary Students 2023-24
Astronomical Training Programme for Secondary Students ("ATPSS") is co-organised by the Hong Kong Space Museum, the Department of Physics, the Chinese University of Hong Kong, and the Hong Kong Astronomical Society. It provides a comprehensive training in astronomy to local full-time Secondary 4 and Secondary 5 students. It aims to cultivate and promote students' interests in natural science.Through an array of diversified activities with equal emphasis on theory and practical skills, ATPSS will enhance students' understanding of astronomy and boost their science literacy. More importantly, by nurturing students' abilities in problem-solving and organisation of activities, ATPSS hopes the students can apply what they have learnt in the programme to help promoting astronomy in schools.
Exhibition of the 3rd anniversary of the promulgation of the Hong Kong National Security Law
Marking the third anniversary of the implementation of the Hong Kong National Security Law (NSL), the Security Bureau (SB) launched the updated version of the NSL online virtual exhibition with the Hong Kong Palace Museum (HKPM) as its virtual background, bringing a new touring experience to visitors.To enhance the understanding of members of the public regarding the legislative background, importance and significance of the NSL, the SB first launched the NSL online virtual exhibition in July 2021, which has registered more than 440 000 visits thus far. The online virtual exhibition of the third anniversary of the promulgation of the NSL is inspired by the HKPM, with new virtual backgrounds embellished with Chinese cultural components in a Chinese-style layout. The various zones of the exhibition provide rich information on the NSL to members of the public, covering the importance of the NSL, the legal regime, enforcement mechanisms, major provisions and effectiveness, the work of the disciplined forces in safeguarding national security, reference materials as well as the winning entries of the "Let's Join Hands in Safeguarding National Security" Programme. The updated version of the exhibition is especially housed in virtual exhibition halls on different floors, unlike the previous version where it was all shown in one large exhibition hall. Visitors can simulate taking the escalators to navigate different floors, or visiting the exhibition halls to view the content, or heading to the viewing deck to enjoy the day and night views of Victoria Harbour, which brings more fun to the visit. Two new mini-games have also been added to the exhibition, allowing visitors, especially the youth, to enhance their understanding of the NSL in a fun way. In addition, print and search functions are enhanced to improve the exhibition's practicability.
Applied Learning Virtual Exhibition 2023
Jointly organised by the EDB and Applied Learning (ApL) course providers, the online exhibition is held during 17.5.2023 to 31.5.2024. Students can visit the Virtual Exhibition to browse the information provided by all 10 ApL course providers on 60 ApL courses, including course briefs, videos and students' sharing, to gain a better understanding of ApL as a valued senior secondary elective subject.
Traces of Human Touch - Hong Kong Intangible Cultural Heritage Exhibition
"Traces of Human Touch" exhibition, organised by the Intangible Cultural Heritage Office under the Leisure and Cultural Services Department is open to the public. The exhibition is located at CLP Pulse, which has been revitalised from a Grade 1 historic building. Ten items of traditional craftsmanship and performing arts which belong to local intangible cultural heritage (ICH) are showcased in the exhibition to enhance the understanding by the public of the preservation and transmission of ICH. Despite having no physical form, ICH is an important element for community cohesion. Through oral traditions and practical applications, ICH can be transmitted from generation to generation. Traditional craftsmanship meets the needs of everyday life while performing arts foster a rich and colourful existence. All these give tangible expression to intangible beliefs, etiquettes and customs as well as aesthetic ideas.
Enrolment for summer activities/ interest classes/ programmes 2023
It’s the summer holiday! It is a great time to look for activities, interest classes or self-enhancement programmes for the leisure time. The Leisure and Cultural Services Department and a number of youth organisations, such as those listed below, provide diverse summer activities. Young parents are also welcomed to browse and explore suitable family activities for the upcoming summer holiday! Pick your favourite ones and enrol now! 1. Leisure and Cultural Services DepartmentSearch for your favourite activities or interest classes on the website.>>>Details and enrolment2. The Hong Kong Federation of Youth GroupsSearch for your favourite activities or interest classes on the website. Member login is required for enrolment and places will be allocated by drawing lots.>>>Details and enrolment (Chinese only)3. St. James SettlementSearch for your favourite activities or interest classes on the website.>>>Details and enrolment (Chinese only)4. The Boys' & Girls' Clubs Association of Hong KongServices Centres are set up in various locations. For details of summer activities organised by individual Services Centres, please contact respective Centres or visit their websites. >>>Details and enrolment5. Caritas Hong KongCommunity Centres are set up in various locations. For details of summer activities organised by individual Community Centres, please contact respective Centres or visit their websites.>>>Details and enrolment6. Chinese YMCA of Hong KongSearch for your favourite programmes on the website. >>>Details and enrolment7. Hong Kong Young Women's Christian AssociationSearch for your favourite activities and interest classes on the website. Member login is required for enrolment.>>>Details and enrolment (Chinese only)8. Hong Kong Playground AssociationSearch for your favourite activities or interest classes on the website.>>>Details and enrolment9. Hong Kong Children & Youth ServicesServices Centres are set up in various locations. For details of summer activities organised by individual Services Centres, please contact respective Centres or visit their websites.>>>Details and enrolment