COQUITLAM
• Let’s Talk Science: Join the team from SFU’s Let’s Talk Science program on Saturday for some fun. Explore different concepts with hands-on activities in an all-ages, engaging, interactive experience that is perfect for sparking your curiosity. This program is free; drop in any time between 1 and 4:30 p.m. to the Nancy Bennett Room at the Poirier branch.
• Celebrating Diversity: Canada’s 150: Join librarians on Saturday, Sept. 30 for BC Culture Days to honour the diverse community and enjoy art, music and dance, including Chinese, Persian, Indian and Korean performances. Local immigrants will share stories of their journey of discovery to their new home and there will be activities for the whole family at the City Centre branch. Among the attractions: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. — Canadian Immigrant Experiences: In Their Own Words; 1 to 3 p.m. — Chinese music ensemble, Korean dance, Persian dance and Indian classical dance; and 3 to 4 p.m. — tabla recital and Indian classical vocal concert.
• CPL eNews: Did you hear about a great Coquitlam library program — but too late?
Don’t miss any library events or news again; click on the megaphone at coqlibrary.ca, sign up for CPL’s monthly email newsletter and stay informed about programs, events, news and new items. Expect the first eNews near the end of October.
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, Sept. 25 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in Port Moody library’s Parklane Room, moderator Andy Hira will lead the discussion on the question: Do consumers have a moral obligation to know where their products come from? This is a drop-in program, no registration required.
• APPy Hour — entertainment and recreation: Join librarians as they share a selection of delectable apps for your phone or tablet on Wednesday, Sept. 27 from 10 to 11 a.m. Call 604-469-4577 to register.
• Get to know Microsoft Excel: Learn how to use a spreadsheet to enter, edit, sort and perform simple calculation with your data. Librarians and participants will create a simple budget together to demonstrate the basics of Microsoft Excel (basic computer skills required). This runs from 2:30 to 4 p.m. on Sept. 28 and Oct 5 PM. Call 604-469-4577 to register.
• Teen volunteers needed: Are you a teen looking for leadership experience and volunteer hours? The library has a number of opportunities available to work with children, seniors, technology, and more. Check the website for details and an application form.
For more info, 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
• Pro-D day movie matinee: Are you looking for something to do on the October pro-D day? Head to Terry Fox Library for a movie matinee. Call the library at 604-927-7999 to find out what will be playing on Friday, Oct. 20 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.(drop-in).
• Movie night: Adults and kids, head to Terry Fox Library and watch the movie Brooklyn (synopsis: An Irish immigrant lands in 1950s Brooklyn, N.Y., where she quickly falls into a new romance. When her past catches up with her, however, she must choose between two countries and the lives that exist within). Everyone is welcome on Monday, Oct. 16 from 6 to 8 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.
