Rent a video from Movieland (Lan Kwai Fong, Repulse Bay, Pok Fu Lam, Jardine's Lookout, Mid-Levels and Discovery Bay). Besides excellent selections of foreign films, TV series and Star Trek episodes, it has a new section stocking every Best Picture and Best Foreign Film Oscar-winner since 1928. Membership is free but a $400 deposit is required; $22 for Pal videos, laser disc or DVD; $28 for NTSC videos. Call the Lan Kwai Fong branch on 2526-8549 for more details. Bury yourself in magazine libraries. The fashion library of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (tel: 2584-4333) stocks international fashion and design publications.

British magazines are available from the British Council (tel: 2913-5125). And Broadway Cinematheque (tel: 2528-8013) provides a comprehensive range of international film magazines and books. Spend the afternoon at JJs Sunday Swing session - drinks, snacks and dancing to the '40s beat with Tony Carpio's 20-members band. $125 per person. The Grand Hyatt, 1 Harbour Road. Call 2588-1234. And how about hanging out with local celebrities and artists at discussions about must-read books, films, art, food and drinks, followed by a live music performance. Sundays 2 pm - 7 pm at the Fringe Club. Call 2521-7251 for details.