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
• Science Expo 2020: Coquitlam Public Library will host its fifth annual Science Expo May 14. A partnership between the library, School District 43 and Douglas College, the Expo invites Tri-Cities students in Grades 4 to 12 to exhibit science projects at the Library for a chance to win prizes — register by 9 p.m. April 30. For more information, go to coqlibrary.ca/sci-expo.
• Persian New Year celebration: Celebrate and learn more about Nowruz, the Persian New Year. Enjoy festive displays, music, dance performances, arts and crafts for young children, and more. Drop in to City Centre branch Saturday, March 14 from 2 to 4 p.m. Presented in partnership with SUCCESS.
• Creating effective resumes: Do you want to learn the basics of writing effective resumes? A WorkBC employment specialist will describe: different types of resumes, the purpose of an effective resume and strategies to make your resume attractive to potential employers. All job seekers are welcome at the City Centre branch Wednesday, March 18 from 2 to 4 p.m. Register at creating-effective-resumes.eventbrite.ca.
• Mathnasium: Parents and kids from preschool through Grade 8, test your math, science, technology and engineering skills with games and activity stations. Drop in to City Centre branch Saturday, Feb. 29 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Info: coqlibrary.ca. The City Centre branch is located at 1169 Pinetree Way and the Poirier branch at 575 Poirier St.
PORT MOODY
• Pro-D day movie: The Lion King: Friday, Feb. 28, enjoy a free family movie in the Inlet Theatre on the big screen. PMPL will be showing The Lion King (2019, rated PG, 126 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.
• Computer basics for beginners (two-part program): Does the thought of using a computer make you nervous? When you hear computer jargon, does it sound like a foreign language? If so, these two classes are for you: Tuesday, March 3 from 10 to 11 a.m., participants will practise using a keyboard and mouse, as well as opening programs. One week later on March 10 from 10 to 11 a.m., they will build upon the skills introduced in Part 1 and get on to and explore the internet. This is a two-week program and participants must attend both weeks. Call 604-469-4577 or visit portmoodylibrary.ca to register.
• Paper Bag Princess Day: Celebrate the 40 year anniversary of author Robert Munsch’s The Paper Bag Princess Saturday March 7 from 1 to 2 p.m. in the Inlet Theatre with crafts, games, and a special storytime. Come dressed in your best Robert Munsch costume to win. No registration required, just drop in.
• Geology and earthquake effects on building structures: Friday, March 6 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. in the Inlet Theatre, PMPL, Engineers Geoscientists of BC, BMP Engineering and the Port Moody Rock and Gem Club will present an insight to the North America geological formation and the building structural effects during a seismic event. This is an educational seminar for all ages on geological landscapes and earthquake effects around the region. It will also bring awareness of the historical catastrophes during seismic events around the world and some of the seismic restraints and measures in building technology.
Info: library.portmoody.ca or 604-469-4577. Port Moody Public Library is located at 100 Newport Dr., in the city hall complex.
TERRY FOX
• Exploring Canada from The Great Trail: Join Sonya Richmond and her trekking partner, Sean Morton, avid outdoors persons who have hiked around the world in the past decade. From 2019 until 2022, they have set the goal of trekking across Canada along the world’s longest recreation pathway, the 24,000-km Great Trail, to connect individuals and youth to nature through birding. Come hear stories about their first year on the trail, discover about birding and local important bird areas, learn how you can aid in the protection of the environment with your phone through Citizen Science and discover six simple steps anyone can take in their own communities to help birds from their backyards to the Boreal. This program is set for Wednesday, March 4 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. — drop in.
• Pro-D day movie matinee: Looking for something to do on pro-D Day? Head to Terry Fox Library for a movie matinee Friday, Feb. 28 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. — drop in.
• PoCo Sticks and Stitches: Calling all knitters and stitchers: Work on your knitting, crochet or needlework projects while chatting with other crafters on the first and third Thursday of each month. Next meetings are March 5 and 19, 7 to 8:30 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.
