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
• Sleep apnea program: Learn how to improve your sleep habits, and where to get help if you have a sleep disorder, such as sleep apnea. This program happens Feb. 7, 7 to 8:30 p.m., in Rooms 136 and 137 at the City Centre branch and March 7, 7 to 8:30 p.m., in the Nancy Bennett Room at the Poirier branch. Registration is required: online at www.coqlibrary.ca or phone the help desk at 604-937-4141.
• Family Day storytime: Yes, Coquitlam Public Library is open on Family Day. There will be songs, stories and fingerplays for kids up to age five with their parents or caregivers. This storytime happens Monday, Feb. 12, 11 to 11:30 a.m. in Room 137 at the City Centre branch. This program is drop-in, no registration is required.
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
• Tech help: Need help figuring out your phone, tablet, or computer? Drop by the library on Saturdays between 11 a.m. and noon starting tomorrow (Saturday) for one-on-one tech help with one of PMPL’s teen tech wizards. Drop in or reserve a spot by calling 604-469-4577.
• SFU Philosopher’s Café — Visioning the Future: This month’s café will discuss what your vision is for the best future in the next century? What does it include? What can we do now to work towards it? Moderator Biljana Barichello will lead the discussion Feb. 5 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the library’s ParkLane Room (drop-in, no registration required).
• Stocks 101: Curious about investing in stocks but unsure where to start? Can’t tell your common from your preferred stock? This is the information session for you. Join financial advisor Bryan Stark Feb. 6 from 7 to 8 p.m. as he takes you through the nuts and bolts of stocks and discusses whether they are a good fit for your overall financial strategy. Call 604-469-4577 or visit the library to register.
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
• Stuffie sleepover: Ever wonder what your stuffed animals do when you’re not around? Head to Terry Fox Library for stuffed animal storytime and tuck your stuffie in for a night at the library. You can then follow librarians’ updates on the library’s Facebook page to see what shenanigans they get up to. The sleepover is set for Feb. 19, 6:15 to 7 p.m. (drop-in).
• Adult Learner Book Club: Make new friends, read interesting books and practise English in a fun environment at the Terry Fox Library. Adults upgrading their reading skills or learning English are welcome to join on Fridays, Feb. 16, March 16 and April 20, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. (drop-in).
For more info, 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.
