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
Book clubs: Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? CPL hosts two Monday book clubs where members meet once a month to discuss a book chosen at the previous meeting - and new members are always welcome To register for the evening club, call Jason at 604-937-4148, Ext. 238; to register for the afternoon club, call Janice at 604-937-4140, or just drop-in.
Monday Afternoon Book Club meets 2 to 3:30 p.m. in the program room of the City Centre branch. On July 9, the afternoon club will discuss Bride of New France by Suzanne Desrochers. (Synopsis: Set in the 17th century, when hundreds of girls and young women were sent from France to the New World - often against their will - this debut novel by Desrochers tells the dramatized story of Laure Beausejour, an imagined fille du roi.)
Monday Evening Book Club meets 7:30 to 9 p.m. in the board room at the Poirier branch. On July 9, the evening club will discuss Web of Angels by Lillian Natte. (Synopsis: The lives of a happy family are turned upside-down by the suicide of a teenaged girl in their community.)
CPL also has several book club titles that are available for loan to community book clubs. To reserve a title, call Kathy or Lynn at 604-937-4140.
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
Kids' summer book club: Have you ever thought of reading some books that are Strange But True? TFL can help you find strange and wondrous books when you join the summer reading club. Kids who sign up receive a free reading record and bookmark. And those who complete their reading records will be eligible to receive a special summer reading club medal.
Summer reading club Stories on Wheels: You've never been told a story like this before. Stories on Wheels is a unique street theatre storytelling act for the whole family by Pangaea Arts. Tales are brought to life by a high-energy comic performer using beautifully illustrated picture cards displayed in a magnificent miniature wooden stage attached to a vintage bicycle. Captivating short stories are presented with music, dramatic action and audience interaction during this 45-minute show. The show is set for Monday, July 16, 11 to 11:45 a.m. and free tickets are available for club members beginning July 3.
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
Sign up for summer reading: Kids of all ages can sign up now for PMPL's free summer reading club. Read for 50 days over the summer and win books, prizes and a gold reading medal. Club members are also invited to amazing programs - learn about animal conservation with Cinemazoo or watch explosive experiments with Mad Science. Register in person at the library.
Anxiously awaiting summer weather? Librarians are, too. In the meantime, the library offers lots of items such as books, DVDs, magazines, e-books, etc. that will help pass the time on all these rainy days. And keep PMPL in mind for a wide selection of travel guidebooks, hiking maps, and self help books to better golfing, boating, barbecuing and other outdoor activities.
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.
