Hong Kong – CSD holds 68th Autumn Fair today (with photos)
CSD holds 68th Autumn Fair today (with photos)
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The Correctional Services Department (CSD) Sports Association held the CSD’s 68th Autumn Fair at the football field adjacent to Stanley Prison today (November 4), which attracted more than 9 000 visitors.
The theme of this year’s Fair was “Promoting Chinese Culture”, under which the venue decoration, booth design and some of the handicrafts made by persons in custody incorporated elements of Chinese culture. Renowned Cantonese opera virtuoso Joyce Koi was invited to officiate at the opening ceremony of the event.
An experience zone to promote Chinese culture was set up in the venue, where participants took part in traditional Chinese sports games such as pitch-pot, mushe and diabolo, as well as experienced traditional Chinese handicrafts such as movable type printing, paper cutting, and face painting. Moreover, there was a photo zone in the venue for visitors to try on a traditional Chinese costume and take photos.
There were booths selling items made by persons in custody including furniture, wooden decorations, stationery, rattan products, potted plants and handicrafts. A variety of attractive performances were featured today, including Chinese-style foot drill demonstrations, dragon and lion dance performances, a tai chi demonstration and performances by the CSD Dog Unit. The Civil Aid Service also staged a motorcycle riding performance.
After deducting costs, the funds raised from sales and donations through various channels at the Fair will go to voluntary agencies. The Fair also provided opportunities for persons in custody to contribute to the community.
The 25th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition), organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), runs until tomorrow (30 October) at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Rapid technological advancements have made smart lighting easily accessible, including artificial intelligence-powered sensing systems, creating immense opportunities. Recognising this, the exhibition hosted two Connected Lighting Forums, themed Unlocking New Realms in Connected Lighting (27 October) and Smart Lighting for Healthy Living (28 October). Several lighting brand representatives and industry leaders discussed technological developments, the newest opportunities in lighting, human-centric healthy lighting and its sustainable development. Hong Kong Autumn fair explores smart lighting trends
Cross-platform smart home connectivity protocol revolutionises smart lighting
The forum held on 27 Oct invited such authorities as Mona Xiong, Board Member & Marketing Committee Member, Connectivity Standards Alliance; Head of Ecosystem Partnership, Tuya Smart, and Finn Chen, Vice Team Leader, Connectivity Standards Alliance Member Group China (CMGC); CEO, Longan Link Tech Co., LTD. to discuss smart home trends and innovations.
Ms Xiong introduced the Connectivity Standards Alliance’s cross-platform smart home device standard and connectivity protocol Matter. The standard brought a new landscape to the smart home and lighting industry as it supported the operation of smart home devices on Wi-Fi, Thread, and Ethernet networks and was compatible with existing products and ecosystems. Matter had received support throughout the value chain, from chip vendors to service providers, providing interoperable devices and platforms for various suppliers. Before the Matter rollout users would typically need to download different applications to control various devices but the new standard had brought innovative changes and completely solved this problem. With “Matter”, users may control their home using a single or multiple applications of their own choice. Matter-based smart lighting and smart home development was a prevailing trend.
Matter had benefited from the contributions of more than 300 member companies, who had shared their mature technologies, best practices, business models and ongoing support. Matter has collaborated with multinational companies such as Google, Amazon, Apple, LG, Samsung, and Tuya Smart. And since October last year Matter had recorded over 23,660 downloads and certified more than 1,850 products or software components, reflecting the rapid development of interconnected smart technology and demonstrating unlimited business opportunities.
During the forum Finn Chen also pointed out that Matter ensured interoperability across major ecosystems in the global market, benefiting both users and retailers. The standard had a unified data model and shared user interface. Matter also permitted external control without relying on the cloud or accounts. He emphasised that Matter let people finally “truly own their own smart homes”. Matter was applied mainly in smart home development, he said, hoping that its potential would not be confined to smart home lighting. He envisioned Matter being widely used in different locations and outdoor settings as well.
Potential and opportunities from integrating smart lighting with artificial intelligence
The forum held on 28 Oct delved into environmental lighting and AIoT (Artificial Intelligence of Things) innovations, while exploring the potential of DALI (Digital Addressable Lighting Interface) in the IoT era and application of SILA-PLC (Shanghai Pudong Intelligent Lighting Association-Power Line Communication) smart lighting to illuminate a healthier future.
Dr Qiao Yuan, Director, SILA Intelligent Lighting Designer Committee; Vice President, Fudan Planning and Architectural Design Institute, said the design and development of intelligent and smart lighting were becoming increasingly diverse and inspiring. The field embodied the trend of balancing aesthetics and sustainable development, linked by artificial intelligence and aligned with smart city development. The field presented numerous opportunities and the lighting industry needed to keep up with increasingly diverse smart technology developments. Giving one example, he said that should vehicle driving technology become completely autonomous, road lighting technology would undergo ground-breaking changes. He also believed the advancement of artificial intelligence and LED technology would bring about significant changes as the two technologies complemented each other, leading to endless opportunities and driving forces.
Dr Feng Huang, Chair, DALI Alliance China Focus Group; Chief Expert, Standard and Regulation, Signify (China), said application of DALI wired intelligent lighting control system was simple and stable. However, as it evolved, DALI technology that was initially developed only for dimming had expanded to incorporate new technologies equipped with rich IoT (Intelligence of Things) data. DALI would also advance to different technical levels, including connecting with the IoT connectivity protocol of Matter, enabling seamless connectivity between different devices. DALI would also combine with Thread to achieve more efficient, flexible and intelligent lighting control.
Angelica Hsu, Deputy Secretary, SILA; CEO, Liteputer Technology, also said SILA-PLC technology represented a leap forward in the industry and smart lighting would expand its connections and integration between wired and wireless. Zhijun Li, Chairman, Shanghai Pudong Intelligent Lighting Association, predicted that integrating lighting and health lighting with artificial intelligence presented boundless potential. He hoped the perceptual capabilities in lighting systems and vertical applications of AIGC (Artificial Intelligence Generated Content) could be fully implemented. He emphasised the importance of understanding big data analysis in the lighting industry and pushing applications to new horizons.
Lighting industry moves towards sustainable development to illuminate a green future
At the forum Towards Sustainability for Luminaires (27 Oct), four guests shared insights on sustainable development of lighting. Jean-Marie Croué, Délégué Général of Syndicat du Luminaire-GIL, explained the concepts and applications of life cycle assessment (LCA), environmental product declarations (EPD), and the repairability index. Frankie Tsang and Eric Shiu, Associate Directors, TinoKwan Lighting Consultants Ltd, gave perspectives on balancing aesthetics and sustainability in lighting design and showed how aesthetics and environmental considerations could go hand in hand in lighting design. Franklin Yu, Director, Hong Kong Green Building Council; Founder & Director, Singular Studio Limited, discussed key points in lighting design for green cities, emphasising the need for balanced considerations of economics, environment and socio-cultural aspects in every lighting design to achieve genuine sustainability.
The Autumn Lighting Fair debuted the Connected Lighting Zone this year, highlighting smart and IoT-enabled lighting solutions from more than 20 renowned international companies and brands, including Leedarson, Midea, Snappy, Quectel, as well as members of DALI Alliance and Shanghai Pudong Intelligent Lighting Association
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Hong Kong – CSD to hold autumn fair this Saturday
CSD to hold autumn fair this Saturday
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The Correctional Services Department (CSD) Sports Association will hold the CSD’s 68th Autumn Fair at the football field adjacent to Stanley Prison on November 4 (Saturday). Members of the public are welcome to attend. Admission is free.
The theme of this year’s Fair is “Promoting Chinese Culture”, under which the venue decoration, booth design and some of the handicrafts made by persons in custody will incorporate elements of Chinese culture. Visitors are welcome to wear traditional Chinese costume to attend the event.
A variety of delightful activities will be held for family enjoyment. An experience zone to promote Chinese culture will be set up in the venue, where participants can enjoy traditional Chinese sports games such as pitch-pot, mushe and diabolo in the “Traditional Chinese Sports Zone”. Moreover, designated areas for different activities including Chinese cultural games, Chinese handicraft and folk art workshops will be set up where visitors can participate in lantern riddles and Chinese zodiac games, as well as experience traditional Chinese handicrafts such as movable type printing, paper cutting, and face painting. There will also be a photo zone in the venue for visitors to try on traditional Chinese costume and take photos, and an inflatable castle slide, “Moving Great Wall”, for children to have fun.
There will be booths selling items made by persons in custody including furniture, wooden decorations, stationery, rattan products, potted plants and handicrafts. A variety of attractive performances will be featured on the day, including Chinese-style foot drill demonstrations, dragon and lion dance performances, a tai chi demonstration and performances by the CSD Dog Unit. The Civil Aid Service will also stage a motorcycle riding performance.
Renowned Cantonese opera virtuoso Joyce Koi will be the guest of honour at the event. Miss Hong Kong 2023 will also attend and will tour the booths to promote charitable and rehabilitation efforts.
The CSD Autumn Fair, a large-scale and popular public event organised by the CSD Sports Association since 1953, is now in its 68th year. After deducting costs, the funds raised from sales and donations through various channels at the Fair will go to voluntary agencies. The Fair also provides opportunities for persons in custody to contribute to the community.
The Fair will be held at the football field adjacent to Stanley Prison (99 Tung Tau Wan Road) from 10.45am to 5pm on November 4. Please visit the website (hkcsdsa.com/new/events-detail.php?events_id=11) or scan the attached QR code to obtain more information (Chinese only).
The venue can be reached via bus routes 6, 6X, 63, 73, 260 and 973, and green minibus routes 40 and 52 to the main entrance of the Hong Kong Correctional Services Academy, and from there by walking to the venue.
On Saturday, October 7, 2023, Riveredge Nature Center will host the Autumn Acoustics Music Festival, presented by Lannon Stone. From 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm, concert-goers will sway to the sounds of indie rock, folk, blues, and singer-songwriter tunes just as the leaves begin to turn color. This family-friendly celebration of fall includes food trucks, interactive art experiences for kids, tables from local art vendors, concessions, and a beer and wine bar. Beautiful fall foliage can be seen across the landscape surrounding the stages. The festival lineup features headliner Trapper Schoepp, recently named by Milwaukee Magazine as the best local musician in the Milwaukee area. Other main stage acts include acclaimed local artists Ben Mulwana, The Stephen Hull Experience, and Long Mama. Intimate singer-songwriter sets will play at the Sugarbush House stage, with music from Bear in the Forest, Shell Bells, and BJ Fisher. Riveredge Nature Center’s staff are excited for this event, which is in its second year running. “I can’t imagine a better way to be immersed in the beautiful Wisconsin fall,” says Marketing & Communications Specialist Amy Casey, “You have some of the best bands in the region playing against a gorgeous backdrop of forests, prairies, and ponds. Kids are playing and making art, adults are enjoying refreshments and good company. It’s just kind of magical.” Tickets are available online now on Riveredge Nature Center’s website, priced at $30.00 for adults, $15.00 for children 5-12. Children 4 and under attend free. All proceeds from the event benefit Riveredge’s work in education, conservation, and community engagement. About Riveredge Nature Center:Autumn Acoustics Music Festival Features Live Music Among the Trees
Established in 1968, Riveredge Nature Center is proud to be one of Wisconsin’s oldest independent nature centers. Riveredge annually engages 40,000+ people on over 485 acres of natural sanctuary in Ozaukee County and throughout the Greater Milwaukee Area in education, conservation, recreation, wellness, and community building programs. Riveredge uses the powerful combination of nature and relationships to help individuals better connect with the natural world, each other, and the greater community. Key programs and initiatives include outdoor adventure programs, environmental education, summer camps, sturgeon rehabilitation, and bird banding and monitoring.
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Asia Tours: 2022 Autumn Auctions Highlights Preview Calling for Global Consignments
This summer, Tokyo Chuo Auction will hold Asia Tours: 2022 Autumn Auctions in top-tier cities across Asia, including Taipei, Hong Kong and Tokyo, exhibiting hundreds of ceramics, Chinese calligraphies and paintings, contemporary arts and ukiyo-e prints, etc. Exquisite collections will be featured, including the blue and white lotus handled hexagonal vase, Qing Yongzheng, the gilt-bronze figure of Amitayus, Ming Yongle, Lan Ying (1585 – 1666) Landscapes, the inkstone with carved poems from Shen Shi-You’s collections and Zhao Zhi-qian (1829-1884) Letters. Bookmark the below key preview dates to check out the highlights.
Asia Tours: 2022 Autumn Auctions Highlights
Taipei
8.10-11 (Wed-Thu)
Mandarin Oriental, Taipei
Hong Kong
8.19-21 (Fri-Sun)
Rm2601, 26/F, Wing On Centre, Sheung Wan
Tokyo
9.6-7 (Tue-Wed)
Tokyo Dome Hotel
Dual Cities Autumn Auctions
9.9-12 (Fri-Mon)
Kyobashi, Chuo-Ku, Tokyo and Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
Calling for Global Consignments
At the same time, we cordially invite you to share our success by consigning your collections. Asian and overseas collectors are welcome to consult with our team of specialists for a free evaluation during the tours or through the below contacts. Details will be announced soon. Please stick with us for the most updated info.
For more details, please visit our official website at www.chuo-auction.com/zh/ or follow us on
Facebook/IG (Tokyo Chuo Auction), Wechat (TCA Asia) and Xiaohongshu (5275379842).
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