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
• Christmas Party for people with developmental challenges: Join librarians Dec. 14, 9 to 11 a.m. at the Poirier branch, Nancy Bennett Room for Christmas crafts (personalized cards, ornaments and colouring pages), goodies, music, snacks and other seasonal fun. This is a drop-in program but if you phone the librarian, Teresa Rehman, at 604-937-4157 and tell her you will be attending and how many in your group, she’ll make sure there are enough refreshments for all.
• Author visit: Patrick Hunt: Join Patrick Hunt as he discusses his new book, Hannibal. This engaging biography tells the story of the brilliant Carthaginian general who remains one of the most intriguing figures of the ancient world and best-known military strategists of all time. Hunt, an award-winning archaeologist and best-selling author, has been teaching at Stanford University for 25 years and also works for National Geographic. He’ll visit the City Centre Branch, Room 136, on Dec. 14, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Registration is required for this free program as space is limited. Register at coqlibrary.ca or phone the Help Desk at 604-554-7323.
For more information about any of these programs, visit www.coqlibrary.ca. The City Centre branch is located at 1169 Pinetree Way and the Poirier branch at 575 Poirier St.
PORT MOODY
• Celebrate the Season: On Dec, 19 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., enjoy a special storytime with carols, holiday stories, hot chocolate, and our special guests, Pigeon and Santa. Non-perishable donations for local food banks will be accepted. Free fun for all ages in the Inlet Theatre; seating is first come, first serve.
• Storytime at Seaview StrongStart: Join librarians at the Seaview elementary school StrongStart on Dec 11 and 15 for a special library storytime. Stories and songs will start at 11 a.m. Registration is not required to attend storytime.
• Online learning via Lynda.com: Access thousands of video tutorial courses led by experts on topics such as web design, software development, photography, business skills, project management and much more. Lynda.com allows you to learn at your own pace and you earn certificates of completion. Try this professional learning tool for free from library.portmoody.ca under Digital Content.
For more info, visit library.portmoody.ca or call 604-469-4577. Port Moody Public Library is located at 100 Newport Dr., in the city hall complex.
TERRY FOX
• Reading Buddies — Teen Volunteers: Hey teens, you can help younger kids read. Head to Terry Fox Library and get a reference, volunteer hours and some seriously good karma. Sessions are held on Tuesdays, Jan. 23 through March 13, 4 to 4:45 p.m. Registration is required.
• Friends of the Terry Fox Library: Join the Friends of theTerry Fox Library, a volunteer organization that supports Port Coquitlam’s library through advocacy, fundraising and assistance with various projects. The Friends meet on Wednesdays, Jan. 17 and March 21, 7 to 8 p.m. New Friends are always welcome — just drop in.
For more info, 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.
