Libroary Thursdays: Open Study Space Availability Pilot Launch

Join us on Nov 21st as we launch the pilot of our online dashboard: 

Open Study Space Availability

This tool aims to provide real-time estimates of how busy the library’s study areas are, helping you find the perfect spot.

How to participate: 

01 Check-In:

Check in at the Library Entrance and collect a zone card. 

02 Explore & Record: 

Head to your designated zone and record both the dashboard’s estimates of the zone’s fullness and your observations. 

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1

Count the total number of people (including yourself) in this zone, and calculate the percentage of this zone’s fullness using the formula printed. 

2

Write down the percentage of this zone’s fullness displayed on the Open Study Space Availability dashboard.

3

Select the discrepancy range you can accept. 

03 Redeem: 

Submit your completed card to the Academic Commons (N5 Library B) to receive:

🎟 two game coupons

🎁 one gift of your choice (first come, first served)

04 Play games!!! 

Use your coupons to enjoy exciting games!

We have Fruit Ninja, Corn Hole, Biting Shark, Button Making, Dino Run and Cut the Rope.

Looking forward to seeing you there! 

Missed Libroary Thursdays? Another Chance to Apply for PPL Card

Thank you for supporting our October Libroary Thursday event! Lots of you stopped by the library to get your free Pudong Public Library card. 

If you have missed the event, no worries! You can still apply by October 31st via this online form

After this date, your application will be processed with the next batch.

Having a Pudong Library card allows you to borrow materials from all public libraries in Shanghai, and access a wealth of online resources in Chinese and English remotely for your work and leisure – such as Pishu, Wanfang, Overdrive, etc. 

Apply to enjoy these benefits!

Get a FREE Pudong Library Card @ Libroary Thursdays

Qilin: Hi Roary, what’s a Pudong Library Card and what can I do with it? 

Roary: With a Pudong Library Card, you can borrow materials from all public libraries in Shanghai, and access a wealth of online resources and databases in Chinese and English for your work and leisure. 

Wondering how to unleash the treasure trove beyond NYU Libraries with your Pudong Library Card? Sign up for the following library workshop on Oct 8th here and let our librarians show you! 

Qilin: How much does it cost to get a Pudong Library card?

Roary: If you apply at Libroary Thursdays on Oct 10th 12-2pm @ the Library, you can have the 100 RMB deposit wavied and get a card for FREE

Qilin: Sounds great! Is there anything I should bring for my application? 

Roary: Your will need to bring the original copy of your Chinese ID card 身份证 or Passport (foreign nationals only). More valid ID types can be found in the application form (Google Drive link), which you are more than welcome to print out, complete and sign in advance.

Qilin: I’ll make a note of that. How soon can I get my card after submitting my form? 

Roary: Printing of a card generally takes less than five minutes. While waiting, you can take part in fun activities and win prizes!!!

Qilin: Some of my friends already have their Pudong Library Cards – can they just join the games? 

Roary: Of course! Join our “萌”day (十月十日)activities for a chance to win Roary merchandise!

Qilin: Sounds awesome! Just curious, how do I check whether I have an existing Pudong Library Card under my name? 

Roary :You can verify by calling the Pudong Library at 021-38829588 or the Shanghai Library at  021-64455555.

Qilin: Sharing this with all my friends right now so that they are prepared for Thursday. See you then Roary!

Mission: Rescue Roary @Libroary Thursdays

What happened to Roary?

 Watch the short video below to learn about Roary’s capture by the evil Darklings

Calling all brave adventurers!

Join the Adventure Squad on April 11th 2024 from 12-2pm, complete challenges to save Roary and win rewards featuring new Roary designs! 

Plus, all who contribute to Roary’s rescue will be entered into a lucky draw for a chance to win a ¥100 Naixuedecha (奈雪的茶) gift card!

How to Save Roary?

Step 1: check in and roll the magic dice of your choice to receive the location of your mission station.

Step 2: use the library floor map to help you navigate to your mission station. 

Step 3: complete the challenges at your mission station to receive a weapon card for saving Roary. 

Step 4: Bring your weapon card to The Hub (N509) for cutting the chains binding Roary. 

Step 5: Claim your reward and be entered into the lucky draw for a ¥100 Naixuedecha(奈雪的茶)gift card! 

Celebrate 2.29 @Libroary Thursdays

Feb 29th 2024, 12-2pm @NYU Shanghai Library

Make this Leap Day  a leap to remember @Libroary Thursday

Join us 🌟

🍬Complimentary popping candy on arrival

🗺️Follow the Leap Day Bingo Card onto a stimulating stamp-collecting excursion to various library locations

🎁Get ready for exhilarating leaps into the prize pond, where your chosen origami frog will win you THE PRIZE

🐸To add a twist, fold your own origami frog for the prize leap

📸Capture the joy of the day and print your favorite moments on the spot at our photo booth

📅Mark your calendar for Feb 29th

👥Invite your friends

🌈See you there

‘Save My Spot’ Lockers Try-out @ Libroary Thursdays

Have you noticed our new friend – the ‘Save My Spot’ lockers on the Library’s 6th Floor? They are installed at the start of this semester with the purpose of storing unattended items left on library seats. 

    Here is a short introduction video on how to use the upgraded ‘Save My Spot’ system.

Join our upcoming Libroary Thursdays event on November 16th, try storing and retrieving ‘unattended items’, share your feedback and win prizes! 

Join us tomorrow at Libroary Thursdays!

Are you ready for a fantastic time?

We invite you to join us for “Libroary Thursday“, one of our highly anticipated events at the library on the 5th floor of HiTime Hall 海泰楼 (North Hall). 

11:15 AM – 1:15 PM

Thursday, August 24, 2023

Library Entrance, 5th Floor

(North) H!Time Hall 

To kickstart your adventure, pick up a map of the game route from our friendly staff at the library’s main entrance. 

Tips: Register before the event!

To make the most of your experience and avoid waiting in line, we recommend signing in and completing the registration process before the event starts. This will ensure a smooth and enjoyable time for everyone.

What exactly is Libroary Thursdays?

It tells you handy tricks and useful know-hows of NYU Shanghai Library through fun games and activities.

Online Libroary Thursdays Starts Now

Roary is BACK… ONLINE!

Do you have library questions during campus closure?

Join us for an online game to learn those answers and win PRIZES. 

The game will run from this Thursday to Sunday (3.24-3.27).

Mar. 24 – 27, 2022

Thursday – Sunday

Online

Follow the instruction below 😉

Instruction – How to…

1 Make sure you are connected to NYUSH VPN if off campus

2 Scan the QR code to log in with your NYU credentials

3 Enroll into the course (if you haven’t already)

4 Take the quiz

5 Make sure you get all the answers right!

6 Click Submit and finish

7 Check if you’ve got a notification for a Roary badge

8 The Library will contact you next week about how to pick up your prize.

This Thursday: Libroary Thursdays

This semester, we prepared more fun activities and gifts for you. 

Stop by the 4th floor, learn some FAQ, and win prizes!

First come, first served.

12 PM – 2 PM

Thursday, 3/10/2022

Library, 4th Floor, Academic Building

What exactly is  Libroary Thursdays?

It tells you handy tricks and useful know-hows of NYU Shanghai Library through fun games and activities.

This Thursday: Libroary Thursdays 🦖

Don’t Miss Libroary Thursdays this Thursday!

This semester, we prepared more fun activities and gifts for you.

Stop by the 4th floor!

Learn some tips about Save My Spot and win prizes!

First come, first served.

12 PM – 2 PM

Thursday, 2/24/2022

Library, 4th Floor

Academic Building

What exactly is Libroary Thursdays?

It tells you handy tricks and useful know-hows of NYU Shanghai Library through fun games and activities.

Libroary Thursdays Back Again!

Last semester, we held six events sharing various handy tricks and useful know-hows of our library through fun games and activities (such as ring toss, Kahoot, darts, ping-pong, etc.).

Topics covered Ares system, group study room, self-checkout machine, library collections and policies, etc.

Apart from various prizes, participants of each event can get one specially-designed digital badge. Those who get more badges are more likely to receive the Final Prize at the end of the semester.

Come take a look at the Final Prize winners from last semester:

  1. First Prize: 200RMB gift + Event T-shirt; 2 winners: Deng Kexin, Han Yixiao
  2. Second Prize: 100RMB gift + Event canvas tote bag; 3 winners: Zhang Steven, Zhang Jianing, Chen Yimin
  3. Third Prize: Event T-shirt + Event canvas tote bag; 5 winners: Shi Jiarui, Xu Zihan, Cao YiLing, Qian Xinnan, Lin Vinson

Wanna be part of them? Here’s the good news!

This Spring, Libroary Thursdays will be back, bringing more library-related tricks and know-hows, more joy, and more prizes for you.

Please stay tuned and stop by the 4th floor to win your prize!