This feature, written by librarians with Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam, is published each Thursday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities’ three libraries.
COQUITLAM
• Virtual reality open house: Do you want to have some fun in the sun or puzzle your way out of an escape room? Immerse yourself in the world of virtual reality during CPL’s Innovation Hub open houses. The next VR session is Feb. 11, 2 to 4 p.m. at City Centre branch. It’s a drop-In program for people 13 and older.
• Family Day storytime: Join Coquitlam librarians for a special story time to celebrate Family Day on Feb. 17 and stay for puzzles and games afterwards. This program is for children from birth to six years and their parents. Drop in to City Centre branch at 11 a.m.
• Emergency preparedness program: The city of Coquitlam’s emergency preparedness sessions cover both natural and man-made hazards that residents of Coquitlam could face. Learn how you can be a hero and be prepared to help yourself and others at the Poirier branch Feb. 25 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Register online at signmeup.coquitlam.ca/signmeup/ or by calling 604-927-4386.
• Pro-D Day movie matinee: Dora and the Lost City of Gold: Take a break from studying and watch Dora lead a group of companions on a dangerous quest through the jungle to find her missing parents and the remains of a lost civilization. This movie is being shown at both Poirier and City Centre branches Feb. 28 from 1:30 to 3:15 p.m. — drop in.
Info: coqlibrary.ca. The City Centre branch is located at 1169 Pinetree Way and the Poirier branch at 575 Poirier St.
PORT MOODY
• Pyjama Storytime: Put on your PJs and cuddle up for this cozy storytime with songs, rhymes, and stories to get everyone ready for bed. Join librarians in PMPL’s children’s area Feb. 11 from 6 to 6:30 p.m. — no registration required.
• Writers in our Midst #14: Writers in our Midst is a popular reading series of fiction, poetry and performance previously hosted by the Gallery Bistro. Join librarians in PMPL’s Fireside Reading Room Feb. 11 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. for a family-friendly opportunity to and meet local writers. Tea and coffee will be served. Drop-in, no registration required.
• Pro-D day movie: Toy Story 4: Friday, Feb. 14, enjoy a free family movie on the big screen in the Inlet Theatre. PMPL will be showing Toy Story 4 (rated G, 100 minutes); showtime is at 2 p.m., doors will open at 1:30 p.m.. No registration required but seating is first come, first served. Children under 10 must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Info: library.portmoody.ca or 604-469-4577. Port Moody Public Library is located at 100 Newport Dr.
TERRY FOX
• Movie night: Come to Terry Fox Library for a free movie. Librarians will be showing an assortment of highly rated films. Next movie night: Monday, Feb. 10, 6 to 8 p.m. — drop in.
• Introduction to website building with HTML & CSS: HTML and CSS (cascading style sheets) are the backbone of all websites. Knowledge of these programs is a necessity for things like web development, creating marketing emails or even blogging. In this hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop, you will learn how to create a web page. This program by Canada Learning Code runs Thursday, Feb. 27, 5:30 to 8 p.m. Call or visit the library to register.
• Lego Club: Terry Fox Library has the Lego, you bring your imagination (try out the Keva Planks, too). This is open to kids ages five years and older. Next session is Wednesday, Feb. 12, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. — drop in.
Info: www.fvrl.bc.ca, the Fraser Valley Regional Library Facebook page or 604-927-7999. Terry Fox Library is located inside the Port Coquitlam community centre, 2150 Wilson Ave.
