In the Community

Welcome to the first instalment of Books Plus, a feature that will run 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

If your brain is bursting with knowledge of geography, history, current events, literature, sports and other trivia, you can show off your skills at the Friends of Coquitlam Public Library's quiz night.

Dozens of dancers of all ages took part in the second annual Ya-Xwa Powwow held last weekend at Kwayhquitlum middle school in Port Coquitlam.

The dress is snow white with long, flowing sleeves gathered at the wrists, and is made with chiffon, so it is lightweight in the warmth of spring.

Mackin House Museum in Coquitlam is on the lookout for a number of volunteers.

Friends of a single mom from Port Coquitlam who's battling brain cancer are rallying to help her beat the disease.

The Society for Community Development is again hosting the Spirit of Community Awards in September and nominations for the honours are being accepted.

Eagle Ridge Hospital Auxiliary is once again offering an education bursary of $1,000 to a student living in the Tri-Cities. This bursary is available to any student who is planning to pursue a post-secondary education in health care.

If you don't count the two hours for his one and only cross-border shopping excursion, this will be Owen Lewis' first international trip. And what a journey he's taking.

Are you an immigrant who wants to learn to: reduce your banking costs; build a credit history; gain control over your financial future; and grow your money? Money Skills for Immigrants is offered by Tri-City Transitions and is designed for participan