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
• Book club meet ’n’ greet: This event will include discussion of The Woo-Woo by award-winning local author Lindsay Wong, a Q&A with the author and the opportunity to connect with and learn about book clubs at Coquitlam Public Library and in the community. It runs at the City Centre branch Feb. 1 from 2 to 4 p.m. Register online at coquitlam.libnet.info/event/3677278.
• Tech Tuesdays: During CPL’s Innovation Hub open houses, you can experience virtual reality or learn how to use 3D printers. Next session for 3D printing: Tuesday, Jan. 7. Next session for VR: Tuesday, Jan. 14. Drop in between 2 and 4 p.m. at City Centre branch.
• Income Taxes 101: Learn how income tax returns work for individuals and small businesses, what types of deductions are available and common mistakes you should be aware of. Drop in to City Centre branch Jan. 21, 6:30 to 8 p.m., or the Poirier branch, Jan. 25, 10:30 a.m. to noon. This program is presented in partnership with EZ Cloud Accounting, CPA.
• Road to the Oscars: Every Thursday in January, CPL will be screening an Academy Award-winning film. Drop in to Poirier branch Jan. 9 from 1 to 4 p.m. to see the first film: An American in Paris (1951). More info at coqlibrary.ca.
Info: www.coqlibrary.ca. The City Centre branch is located at 1169 Pinetree Way and the Poirier branch at 575 Poirier St.
PORT MOODY
• Noon Year’s Eve Party: On Tuesday, Dec. 31, you can ring in the New Year without staying up late. Join PoMo Public Library for a family dance party and count down to 12 — p.m., that is — in the children’s area between 11 a.m. and noon. No registration required.
• Library storytimes: PMPL’s preschool programs will start again during the week of Jan. 13. Drop in to Babytime for songs, rhymes, bounces, lullabies and a chance to bond with your baby on Mondays from 2 to 2:45 p.m. or Tuesdays from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Storytime is active family fun for all ages Wednesdays or Thursdays from 10:30 to 11 a.m., or Fridays from 11 to 11:30 a.m. Storytimes and Babytimes are drop-in programs — no registration is required.
• Library Winter Event and Program Guide: Check out what’s happening at Port Moody Public Library this winter. You can pick up a handy copy of the program guide at the library or look online in the Programs and Events section at portmoodylibrary.ca. Learn about wills and estates, register for a creative non-fiction writing workshop, join the Baby and Me Book Club or find out how to get up and running with your phone or tablet. You’ll find programs for all ages and interests at the library.
For more information about these and other programs or services, visit portmoodylibrary.ca or call 604-469-4577. Port Moody Public Library is located at 100 Newport Drive in the Civic Centre complex.
TERRY FOX
• Tech Talk — Digital Demo Day: Learn about streaming video and downloading ebooks, audiobooks and magazines from the library website in this overview of Fraser Valley Regional Library’s digital content collections. Port Coquitlam residents can borrow digital books and videos, for free, on a variety of devices. Find out more by attending this session Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2 to 3:30 p.m. — drop in.
• Bullet journaling: What is this bullet journaling thing? It’s a fun, creative, analog method to schedule and be organized. Look beyond your phone to be organized and stay sane. Join librarians to find out more Wednesday, Jan. 8, 7 to 8 p.m. Call or visit the library to register.
• Storytime: Introduce kids to the love of books and language with storytime. Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes and more. Storytime starts Monday Jan. 6, and Wednesday, Jan. 8 from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. — drop in.
Info: www.fvrl.bc.ca, the Fraser Valley Regional Library Facebook page or 604-927-7999. Terry Fox Library is located 2470 Mary Hill Rd. in the PoCo community centre.
