Bathed in the scent of books amid blue bricks and dark tiles, the melodious sound of reading gently nourishes the historic streets. On September 5, the warm-up event for the 1,000th episode of “Tianyi Night Reading,” themed “A Thousand Voices Make a Book: I Want to Read at Night,” was successfully held at the Leya Art Center in the Xiushui Street Historical and Cultural Block in Haishu District. Numerous reading enthusiasts gathered on the rooftop of the historic street to share literature throu...

In August, Ningbo Children’s Library carefully planned and hosted a three-part public welfare series focused on youth mental wellness. Through immersive, interactive, and hands-on sessions, the program guided children in unlocking the secrets of emotion management, exploring their inner worlds, and rebuilding their inner strength.The series featured two instructors, Chen Jiao and Ji Wei, senior family education lecturers from “Ai You Fang” (Love & Wisdom). Following a progressive development...

On July 28, as the final, deeply moving recitation echoed through the multipurpose hall on the second floor of the Yongfeng Branch of Ningbo Library, the four-week “Reciting the Golden Years” Advanced Vocal Workshop for Seniors came to a perfect close. Centered around the theme “Rediscovering Yourself Through the Voice,” over a dozen participants, all past the age of fifty, embarked on a profound journey bridging literature and life. Guided by veteran voice actor Guagua, they used their voices a...

On the morning of July 25, the 2026 Yangtze River Delta Reading Marathon quietly commenced at the Fuqing Branch of Ningbo Library. This year’s Ningbo regional event features 8 venues with a total of 220 spots. The Fuqing Branch venue alone hosted 8 teams comprising 40 participants, who joined readers across Shanghai, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Anhui in a synchronized 6-hour “literary marathon.” The challenge requires participants to read a new book from cover to cover, complete two rounds of assessm...

On the afternoon of July 19, the “Mobao Living Room” atrium on the first floor of the Ningbo Children’s Library was filled with laughter and cheers. The library’s IP mascot, “Mobao,” made a surprise appearance alongside two friends: “Cool Gull” from the Xiangshan Children’s Library and “Bookworm Peach” from the Fenghua Children’s Library. Together, they kicked off a refreshing and fun summer party with over a hundred young readers. The three mascots instantly became the center of attention, spar...

On July 8, 2024, the Ningbo Children's Library officially opened its doors. In the blink of an eye, this space brimming with childlike wonder and the scent of books has accompanied countless families for two years. Over this period, toddlers taking their first steps, teenagers reading at desks, and parents sharing stories with their children have flocked here. These warm and vibrant scenes of reading have transformed the library into a dedicated "harbor of knowledge and love" for c...