Gangzha district in Nantong city launched a public reading event on April 19 to promote reading among locals. 

Participants of the event recited poems and gave guzheng (a traditional Chinese string instrument) performances at the opening ceremony. Reading and book exchange activities were also held.

In addition, in order to satisfy the needs of readers and enrich the collections of local libraries, the Gangzha Library and Tangzha Shangshuyuan (a local cultural institute) have decided to introduce a new program. Citizens with Gangzha Library reader cards are able to rent books from Tangzha Shangshuyuan starting April 23.

A public reading event is launched in Gangzha district, Nantong city, April 19. [Photo/ntgz.gov.cn]

People browse books at a library in Gangzha district, Nantong city, April 19. [Photo/ntgz.gov.cn]