Books Plus runs in The Tri-City News each Friday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities' three libraries: Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam.
COQUITLAM
Teen Advisory Council: Teens from middle and high schools are welcome to volunteer with the Teen Advisory Council. Meeting once per month during the school year at City Centre library, the council helps shape library programs, policies and collections for teens. Teen Council members are the only teens who can volunteer for special events at the library, which means they can earn community service hours above and beyond the time they spend in meetings. The next meeting is Dec. 12, 4 to 5 p.m. Call call Chris at 604-937-4140 email [email protected] for more information.
Red Cedar reading group: Each year, Canadian authors and illustrators create many wonderful books for children, some meant to entertain, others to educate. Red Cedar (www.redcedaraward.ca) readers read as many as they can and decide which ones are best. For kids in Grades 4 to 7, the Red Cedar reading group will meet every three weeks until late April, discussing books and conducting cool and sometimes strange activities related to them. The next meeting is from 3:45 to 4:30 p.m. on Dec. 13 and will be held at the Poirier branch. To register, email Chris at [email protected]. Next Tuesday's meeting is also for registration; parents and teachers are also welcome. And Beryl Young, author of Charlie: A Home Child's Life in Canada, will speak about her book to group members.
National Film Board documentary: Act of Dishonour runs from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. in the program room of the Poirier branch next Thursday, Dec. 15. This eloquent portrait of life in Afghanistan is part lament against injustice, part testament to the spirit of a people who have survived decades of war.
Christmas program for people with developmental challenges, Dec. 16, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in the program room at the Poirier branch: CPL invites people of all ages with developmental challenges and their caregivers for a special Christmas program. Community services librarian Teresa Rehman will tell Christmas stories and lead the group in carols and songs. Light refreshments will be served. To register, phone 604-937-4155; for more information, call Teresa at 604-937-4140, Local 234.
For more information about any of these programs, visit www.library.coquitlam.bc.ca. The City Centre branch is located at 3000 Burlington Dr. and the Poirier branch at 575 Poirier St.
TERRY FOX
Coffee Mug Club: You can connect with other books lovers at Terry Fox Library. The book club is currently reading The Sound and the Fury by William Faulkner. This is the story of the dissolution of a southern family and its way of life. The tale of the Compson family is told in four parts covering four days. The first three parts are told from the perspective of the three Compson sons, Benji, Quinton and Jason, while the last part is written in third person. Chat with friends and explore this complex and unusual novel, which is considered a masterpiece of 20th century literature. The club next meets Dec. 14 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. New members are welcome.
For more information about the club or more great books, drop by the library and have a look at the popular book displays, chat with library staff about their favourite books and find out how to experience TFL's new, socially interactive catalogue, where you can create book lists and share your favourite books.
For more information, visit www.fvrl.bc.ca or the Fraser Valley Regional Library Facebook page. Terry Fox Library is located 2470 Mary Hill Rd. in PoCo. Phone 604-927-7999.
PORT MOODY
Workshops, classes and events brochure: PMPL's winter brochure listing the January to April 2012 programs is now available. Drop by the library to get this handy guide, which lists computer and internet classes, writing and other workshops, book clubs, storytimes and much more. You can also find this information at library.portmoody.ca in the new event calendar or by calling 604 469-4577.
Teen book buddies wanted: Book Buddies is a program that pairs teens with children in Grades 2 to 4. The program's goals are to encourage little buddies to love books and to feel good about reading. Volunteer teenagers develop a great bond with their little buddies and gain valuable volunteer experience. Teens 14 years or older who are available on Saturday mornings in January, February and March may apply to be teen buddies. For more information and to apply, check out the website or call the library.
Share English practice groups for adults: Want to improve your English? These free drop-in groups are the answer. Visit to the library's ParkLane Room on Fridays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and join other English learners in this free program put on by Share Family and Community Services. Participants will practise English, make friends and find out about their community.
For more information, visit library.portmoody.ca or call 604-469-4577. Port Moody Public Library is located at 100 Newport Dr., in the city hall complex.
