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.
Tenants' rights and obligations: CPL and Immigrants Services Society of BC are presenting a free workshop - in English, with Korean interpretation - offering new immigrants information on tenants' rights and obligations. Representative from Tenant Resource and Advisory Centre will speak about topics including how to protect yourself, your rights and responsibilities, security deposits, illegal entry, repairs and evictions, etc. The workshop runs from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Oct. 19 in the program room at the Poirier branch. Seats are limited and registration is required. To register for this free program, call Isabel at 778-284-7026. Ext. 1566 or Shirley at 604-937-3221.
Spooky: Vancouver Paranormal Society presents An Introduction to Modern Ghost Hunting on Oct. 23 from 6:45 to 8:30 p.m. at the Poirier branch. When things go "bump" in the night, who do you call? The Vancouver Paranormal Society has been investigating odd noises and ghostly apparitions since 1993. Using specialized equipment, this group of technicians, psychics and skeptics braves the dark in abandoned attics and spooky cellars to root out the causes of mysterious occurrences - whether they be natural or paranormal. Skeptics and believers alike are invited to learn about the society and its equipment, and to see some visual and audio evidence. Society members will also answer questions. To register for this free program, leave a message at 604-937-4155.
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.
Outreach services: Outreach is a free and convenient service for Terry Fox customers who are unable to visit a library or who are print impaired. Outreach services provides MP3 and DAISY discs to people who are unable to read print materials and delivers a variety of books and library materials to customers who are homebound. Learn more about these services by calling 604-859-7141 or drop by the library to fill out an application.
All Aboard for Kindergarten: Don't miss the reading train. All kindergarteners are invited to explore PoCo's library by joining the All Aboard for Kindergarten (AA4K) program. Every kindergarten-aged child who joins will receive a special Literacy Train foldout poster with a checklist of 100 Books to Read in Kindergarten, literacy information for families and an invitation for the child to get a library card. As they visit the library throughout the year, they are encouraged to borrow books and enter prize draws. And please note that children's items borrowed on children's cards are fines-free.
For information, visit 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.
Computer classes: PoMo library offers computer classes on different topics. Each attendee sits at an individual computer and can practise the tips and tricks described by the instructor. Space is limited, so call 604-469-4577 to register (the exception is Get an Email Account, which is drop-in). Classes are as follows:
Get an Email Account (drop-in, no registration required): Oct. 16, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. or 7 to 8 p.m. Keep in touch with family and friends by signing up for a free web-based email (Yahoo, Hotmail or Gmail).
Email Tips (registration required): Oct. 23 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Get tips on how to manage your web-based email account, set up folders, send attachments, create a contacts list and more. You will need an email account prior to class. If you need help setting up your email account, drop by Oct. 16. Also at PMPL:
Get on board the Learning Express (registration required): Nov. 6 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. or 7 to 8:30 p.m., learn the basics of finding international newspapers, health, legal, career and consumer information and more using our fantastic, free databases.
Save money with energy meters: Ever wondered how much it costs to run your coffee maker, hair dryer or TV? Find out for free with an energy meter kit available at the library check-out counter. When you plug an appliance into the energy meter, it calculates energy consumption and cost, as well as measures voltage, current, wattage, kilowatt-hours and standby current. Each meter comes with step-by-step instructions to guide you through the process.
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.
