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
Coquitlam Public Library, Dogwood Pavilion and the Council of Senior Citizens’ Organizations of BC will present four free workshops led by trained volunteers. Seniors may register for them all or just the ones that interest them. To reserve your spot, leave a message on the library’s registration line, 604-937-4155. These programs will be held at the library’s Poirier branch:
• Healthy Eating For Seniors: Learn how to use Canada’s revised food guide and food labels to make healthy food choices. Light, healthy snacks will be served. Thursday, Aug. 18, 1 to 3 p.m.
• Medication Awareness: The potential misuse of medications is a growing concern. Find out how you can talk with your doctor and pharmacist to make sure you are taking the right medications at the right time. Thursday, Aug. 18, 7 to 9 p.m.
• Wills and Estate Planning: Learn about the legal rules for preparing wills in B.C., the duties of an executor, legal terminology and pitfalls to avoid. Friday, Aug. 19, 10 a.m. to noon.
• Mature Driver Assessment Procedures: For a variety of reasons, RoadSafetyBC may order seniors to have their driving skills assessed at the age of 80. In this workshop, you will learn how aging may affect driving skills and how people can compensate. The BC assessment process is described in detail and you will find out how drivers can do their best in the various testing situations they may face. Friday, Aug. 19, 1 to 3 p.m.
For more information, visit www.coqlibrary.ca. The City Centre branch is located at 1169 Pinetree Way and the Poirier branch at 575 Poirier St.
PORT MOODY
• Books and board games: Drop into PMPL’s children’s area from 2 to 4 p.m. Aug. 16 for personalized reading recommendations provided by children’s librarians. Find the perfect book for your reader, no matter what their age, interest or reading level. Librarians love to connect kids with books that they can’t put down. While you’re there, join forces with your friends or family and borrow a board game to play in the library. This all-ages program is not supervised, so parents or guardians must stay with children.
• Pyjama Night: Kids of all ages are welcome to come and enjoy an evening of stories, fort building, pillow fights and reading games Wednesday, Aug. 17 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Stuffed animals are invited to sleep over. No registration required.
For more info, visit library.portmoody.ca or call 604-469-4577. Port Moody library is located at 100 Newport Dr., in the city hall complex.
TERRY FOX
• Teen Summer Reading Club wrap-up party: Find out who won the Teen SRC prizes — it might be you. Enjoy some snacks, games, and good times with other club members on Tuesday, Aug. 23, 7 to 8 p.m. Registration is appreciated.
• Teen volunteers needed: You can volunteer as a reading buddy to a child in kindergarten to Grade 3 at Terry Fox Library and help them improve their reading skills. This is a great opportunity to gain volunteer hours for your community work experience requirement and will look awesome on your resume. Teens in Grades 8 to 12 may pick up an application at Terry Fox Library. Reading Buddies meet on Tuesdays, Sept. 20 to Oct. 25, 4 to 4:45 p.m. Registration is required and ongoing.
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.
