Here is a wrap up of what is going on right now at your local libraries.
TERRY FOX LIBRARY
Haida Storyteller Kung Jaadee
Join Haida storyteller Kung Jaadee as she shares Haida legends as well as stories of her life, culture and history. Drum, rattle, song and dance are used to bring you into the world of the stories she tells.
Visit facebook.com/ReadLearnPlay between August 2 to 15 to watch the latest episode.
Professor Wow! The Invisible World of Science
Science meets circus with Professor Wow! Join him for mind-boggling circus skills that will reveal the magical world of science around us. The mysteries of force, lift, sound and motion are unraveled through juggling, balancing and more. Watch and learn, then try these tricks yourself.
Visit facebook.com/ReadLearnPlay between August 16 to 29 to watch the latest episode.
Free Comic Book Day
Calling comic book lovers of all ages! Visit the Terry Fox Library on Saturday August 14 from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm and get a free comic book to take home. While supplies last. In partnership with Hourglass Comics & Games and Imperial Hobbies.
Info: www.fvrl.ca | terry.fox.library@fvrl.bc.ca | 604-927-7999
COQUITLAM PUBLIC LIBRARY
Living Well on Retirement Income
Learn about ways to increase income, reduce expenses and live on a retirement income without relying on credit. This virtual program is in partnership with the Credit Counselling Society. Tuesday, August 10, 1:30 – 2:30 pm. https://coquitlam.libnet.info/event/5151955
Summer Reading Club
Summer reading is in full swing at Coquitlam Public Library! Enter books you’ve read, track your reading, or play Summer Reading Club Bingo for a chance to win weekly giveaways and grand prizes. There are clubs and prizes for kids, middle schoolers, teens and adults. Get all the details and join the fun at https://coqlibrary.ca/summer-reading
Star Wars Trivia Night
Show off your Star Wars knowledge for a chance to win prizes from local Coquitlam businesses. For teens and adults. Thursday, August 12, 7:00 – 8:00 pm. Register online: https://coquitlam.libnet.info/event/5140309
Info: www.coqlibrary.ca | ask@coqlibrary.ca | 604-554-7323
PORT MOODY PUBLIC LIBRARY
D&D Adventure for Kids
Adventurers! Join us for a three-day D&D game for kids on August 9th, 10th, and 11th from 4:00-5:10pm. We’ll search for glory and treasure together in this Level Five adventure. Experience playing D&D required. For kids ages 8-13. Register once for the three-day campaign at calendar.portmoodylibrary.ca
Free Comic Book Day
Stop by the library on Saturday, August 14th from 10:00am-4:30pm for our Free Comic Book Day celebration! You can discover great new artists, writers, and comics. Each person will be able to pick and keep three comics. There will be comics for all ages to choose from. Sponsored by Hourglass Comics & Games.
Tween Book Club
Join us on Wednesday, August 18th from 6:30-7:30pm for a special book club for tween readers to talk about books, authors, and reading. Each month we will talk about a new book. August's book: One Crazy Summer by Rita Williams-Garcia. For ages 11+. Register online at calendar.portmoodylibrary.ca
Info: portmoodylibrary.ca | askthelibrary@portmoody.ca | 604-469-4577
