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
• End of Summer Carnival: Kids and adults of all ages are welcome to attend for the End of Summer Carnival at the Coquitlam Public Library’s City Centre Branch (1169 Pinetree Way). The event will feature carnival-style games and prizes will be awarded to participants. For more information call Chris Miller at 604-554-7339 or email [email protected].
• Job Search Success With Avia Employment Services: Are you starting out in the world of work or wanting to try a new career? Avia offers employment advice, specialized services and the support you need to find a meaningful and rewarding job. To register for this free workshop, which will take place on Aug. 30 from 2 to 3 p.m. at the City Centre Branch (1169 Pinetree Way), email [email protected].
• September Tech Club — Social Media Savvy: Do you find social media intimidating? Join us on Sept. 8 between 2 and 3 p.m. for a one hour class and we will learn how to stay in touch with family, manage your profile, post pictures and keep yourself safe in the online social world. We will look at Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. The workshop will be held at the City Centre Branch of the Coquitlam Public Library (1169 Pinetree Way).
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
• SFU Philosopher’s Café: On Monday, Aug. 28 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the library’s ParkLane Room, Biljana Barichello will lead the discussion on “Thick to Thin to Thick,” a fascinating dialogue that will examine why and how body ideals have evolved over time.
• Share English practice group for adults (drop-in): Looking for a place to practise speaking English? All levels are welcome to drop into the library’s ParkLane Room on Fridays from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Join other English learners in this free program hosted by Share Family and Community Services volunteers. Enjoy conversations with the other participants and the group leader. You will also find out more about your community in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Call Share at 604-936-3900 for more information.
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
• Speech and language drop-in clinic: Drop by Terry Fox Library and talk with one of the Fraser Health Unit’s speech-language pathologists for five to 10 minutes. Your child will receive a brief screening of his or her communications skills. This clinic is for children who do not have a referral and is best suited for families that are not sure if they need a referral. Clients will be seen on a first-come, first served basis. Drop in on Sept. 12 and Nov. 7, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
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.
