COQUITLAM
Songs plus: Songs, music and crafts for people with developmental challenges are part of a fun program hosted by community services librarian Teresa Rehman in the Nancy Bennett Room of the Poirier branch from 9:30 to 11 a.m. on the following Wednesdays: Feb. 25, March 25 and April 29. It's open to people of all ages with developmental challenges and their caregivers. To register, phone 604-937-4155. For more information, phone Teresa at 604-937-4157.
Chinese New Year concert: On Feb 25 from 7 to 8 p.m. at the City Centre branch (Rooms 136 and 137), members of the Arts Musical Studio will perform traditional Chinese music to welcome the arrival of spring and the Year of the Sheep. Seats are limited for this free program and registration is required. Phone Shirley at 604 937-4136 to register.
For more information about any of these programs, visit www.library.coquitlam.bc.ca. The City Centre branch is located at 1169 Pinetree Way and the Poirier branch at 575 Poirier St.
PORT MOODY
Intro to craft beer: On Monday, Feb. 16 from 7 to 8:30 p.m., you can learn the basics of home brewing with brewer Dan Helmer of Moody Ales and Beyond the Grape manager Michael Druce. Find out if home brew is for you. Call 604-469-4577 to register for a guaranteed space in the Inlet Theatre.
Tax strategies: Learn to understand Canada's tax system and minimize what you need to pay. Next Tuesday, Feb. 17 from 7 to 8:30 p.m., a CPA will be at the library to discuss topics such as tax laws, tax credits, deductions, OAS clawbacks and more. Space is limited, so call 604-469-4577 to register.
Pro-D party: Kids aged five to 12 years can join librarians on Friday, Feb. 20th at 2 p.m. for an afternoon family movie matinee in the ParkLane room. This month's movie is Mr. Peabody and Sherman - drop in, no registration required.
For more information, 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
Service Canada youth programs: On Tuesday, Feb. 17 from 6 to 7 p.m., you can join a citizens services specialist from Service Canada at Fox Library to discover the many federal programs available for people ages 15 to 30. You will hear about the Federal Student Work Experience program, Canada Student loans and grants, Apprenticeship Incentive and Completion Grants, and the new Canada Apprenticeship Loan. Registration is appreciated by calling 604-927-7999.
For more information, 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.
