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
• Crafts and music for people with developmental challenges: Join librarians on the third Thursday of each month (9 to 11 a.m.) in the Nancy Bennett Room of the Poirier branch for fun, social interaction and light snacks. Registration is required for this free program. Register online for this free program or phone the Help Desk at 604-937-4141.
• Victoria Day Storytime: Monday, May 21, 11 to 11:30 a.m. at the City Centre branch, Room 137, parents and children from birth to six years old are invited to spend quality time together enjoying stories, songs and rhymes. No registration necessary, just drop in.
• Tech Training: Introduction to Cyber Security: Learn how to protect yourself from cyber crimes Thursday, May 24, 2 to 3 p.m. in the City Centre branch computer lab. Registration is required for these free classes; go to coqlibrary.ca to sign up online 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
• Language Learning on a Shoestring: Join librarians tomorrow (May 12) from 2 to 3 p.m. for a demo of the different free online programs and apps that can help you learn a new language. Whether you want to learn a few phrases for your upcoming trips or you want to learn a language from the ground up, these tools can provide excellent reading and listening practice. Come meet other language learners and share your learning tips. Call 604-469-4577 to reserve a seat.
• Police Week Storytime: Thursday, May 17 from 10:30 to 11 a.m., join librarians for a special storytime with Port Moody Police Chief Const. David Fleugel in celebration of National Police Week. This drop-in event is suitable for all ages.
• Seniors’ Health Matters: Healthy Eating and Exercise: Join Dr. Fatma Taha Thursday, May 17 from 2 to 3 p.m. for an informative and practical workshop on how to stay healthy as you age. Register for this program by calling 604-469-4577.
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
• Dad Time: Join Terry Fox librarians for a fun drop-in program for all dads and male caregivers with little ones from one day to five years old. There will be songs, stories, games and crafts, with time after the program to socialize and hang out with other dads. They run on Saturdays, May 19, June 16, July 21 and Aug. 18, 2 to 2:45 p.m.
• Be a Friend: Join the Friends of the Terry Fox Library and attend their meetings. This volunteer organization supports the library through advocacy, fundraising and assistance with various projects. New friends are always welcome. The Friends meet next Wednesday, May 16, 7 to 8 p.m. — just drop in.
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.
