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
• Author visit with Alison Acheson: Alison Acheson will speak about her recent memoir, Dance Me to the End: Ten Months and Ten Days with ALS. Described as “profoundly honest and intensely personal,” the memoir describes her experience caring for her husband after his ALS diagnosis. Her visit is on Tuesday, March 31 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the City Centre branch. Register at coquitlam.libnet.info/event/3653044.
• The Emergence and Early Evolution of Life on Planet Earth: How did life get here? Peter Unrau speaks on the core “operating system” of evolution that has created the diverse creatures on Earth in this presentation with SFU’s Café Scientifique set for Thursday, March 26, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the City Centre branch. Register at coquitlam.libnet.info/event/3763405.
• Get started with computers: Do you want to build essential computer skills? Register for one or all four of CPL’s basic computer skills classes. Each session focuses on a specific topic and covers frequently asked questions. The first session is Thursday, April 2 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Poirier branch. Register at coquitlam.libnet.info/event/4141310.
• Friends of the Library Trivia Night 2020: Get ready to roar with your best 1920s look and enjoy a fun evening of questions with friends and neighbours — you can win prizes and bragging rights. Proceeds will support Coquitlam Public Library. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Friday, April 3 at the Poirier branch. Visit coqlibrary.ca/friends-of-the-library/trivia-night-2020 for full details.
Info: coqlibrary.ca. The City Centre branch is located at 1169 Pinetree Way and the Poirier branch at 575 Poirier St.
PORT MOODY
• Books and board games: On Tuesday, March 17 between 2 and 3:30 p.m. in the lLibrary’s children’s area, come and let librarians help you find the perfect books. They will recommend your next favourite read as you play board games. No registration required, just drop in.
• Ukulele Jam: Come jam Tuesday, March 17 from 7 to 8 p.m. in the library’s ParkLane Room. Learn and play new songs together. This session is for people who know the basics (C, G, and F chords); you must bring your own ukulele. Visit portmoodylibrary.ca or call 604-469-4577 to register.
• Spring Break Movie: Angry Birds 2: Wednesday, March 18, enjoy a free family movie in the Inlet Theatre on the big screen. Librarians will be screening Angry Birds 2 (rated G, 97 minutes). Showtime is at 2 p.m., doors will open at 1:30 p.m. No registration is required but seating is first come, first served. Children under 10 must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Info: library.portmoody.ca or 604-469-4577. Port Moody Public Library is located at 100 Newport Dr., in the city hall complex.
TERRY FOX
• Maintain a meditation practice: This workshop will help you start and maintain a meditation practice. Learn tips and techniques to help make meditation part of your life on Tuesday, March 24 from 7 to 8:00 p.m. Call or visit the library to register.
• Teen Advisory Group: Come tell the library what teens want. Participation looks great on your resume and you get volunteer hours — and snacks. The next meeting is Tuesday, March 17, 7 to 8 p.m. — drop in.
Info: www.fvrl.bc.ca, the Fraser Valley Regional Library Facebook page or 604-927-7999. Terry Fox Library is located inside the Port Coquitlam community centre, 2150 Wilson Ave.
