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
City Centre branch closure: The current City Centre library branch at Coquitlam city hall will be closed starting Oct. 22 to facilitate a move to the new branch at 1169 Pinetree Way (at Henderson Place) which will open in the middle of November. While City Centre is closed: book drops at the old location will remain open during the day for patrons to drop off returned items. Materials can also be returned to the Poirier branch (575 Poirier St.); and if patrons have requested items, they will be available for pick up at the Poirier branch. For more information, call the Poirier branch at 604-937-4141.
Thursday Evening at the Movies: Fascinating documentaries from the National Film Board of Canada are showing in Poirier branch's Nancy Bennett Room. On Oct. 11, Surviving Progress (87 minutes) will be shown starting at 6:45 p.m. Inspired by Ronald Wright's bestselling book, A Short History of Progress, this film challenges the viewer to overcome progress traps that destroyed past civilizations and threaten our own. To register, phone 604-937-4155.
Teen programs: Kids 11 and older can drop in to play video games after school at the Poirier branch from 3:30 to 5:15 p.m. The next games days are on Oct. 10 and Oct. 11 in the Nancy Bennett Room. Bring your own games for Xbox 360, PS3 or Wii.
For more information about any of these programs, visit www.library.coquitlam.bc.ca. The City Centre branch is located at 3000 Burlington Dr. and the Poirier branch at 575 Poirier St.
TERRY FOX
Search for your roots: Discover a little bit more about your ancestors or the meaning of your last name by learning about the Ancestry.com database with genealogical expert Chris Longley. Learn techniques and tricks to help navigate your way through this free database and become better acquainted with your family. Start your adventure at Terry Fox Library, Tuesday, Oct. 23, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Call the library at 604-927-7999 to reserve your spot.
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.
PORT MOODY
ESL: Are you learning English or do you know someone who needs English language practice? The library is a great place to get materials aimed specifically at ESL patrons and offers programs for English learners.
Adult Learners Book Club: The Adult Learners Book Club meets once a month to talk about a book written in simple language. On Oct. 10 from 7 to 8:30 p.m., the book Shipwreck by Maureen Jennings will be discussed. You can join in for this opportunity to read more, practise English conversation and make new friends. All adult learners, including ESL, are welcome.
Share English practice groups for adults: Head for the library's ParkLane Room on Fridays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and join other English learners in this free program put on by Share Family and Community Services. You will get to practise English, make new friends and find out about your community.
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.
