COQUITLAM
Drop-in tech help: The library is hosting help sessions for your computer and technology questions. Come by with your questions (internet searching, email, eBooks, tablets, social media, etc.) or get help with practising your skills. If you have a tablet or eReader question, bring your device with you. No registration is required. Sessions are May 6 and 20, 2 to 3 p.m., Meeting Room 8 at the Poirier branch; and May 13 and 27, 2 to 3 p.m., in the computer lab at the City Centre branch.
Computer Buddies: Alongside teen tutors, kids learn tips and tricks for internet research, word processing, slideshow presentations and more in Computer Buddies, for children in Grades 3 to 6 on May 6 and 13, 4 to 5:30 p.m. in the computer lab at the City Centre branch. This program is drop-in, no registration required. For more information, contact Chris at [email protected] or 604-554-7339.
For more information about any of these programs, visit www.library.coquitlam.bc.ca. The City Centre branch is located at 1169 Pinetree Way and the Poirier branch at 575 Poirier St.
PORT MOODY
Free Comic Book Day: May 2 is Free Comic Book Day and you can go to PMPL's information desk tomorrow to pick up your free comic to celebrate. Comics are provided in partnership with Hourglass Comics.
Get Published: Calling all writers: Are you working on a manuscript and need some help with editing and query letters? Are you wondering which publication method is best for you? There are so many choices with traditional, self and e-publishing options available. On Saturday, May 2, PMPL will offer a panel discussion (9:30-11:30 a.m.), workshops and opportunities to talk to published authors. For more information, visit library.portmoody.ca; call 604-469-4577 to register.
Hiring fair: On May 4, drop in to the PoMo city hall Galleria between 6 and 9 p.m. for a hiring fair organized by Port Moody Public Library in partnership with Training Innovations. Contact potential employers and find out about the many community resources and government funding options available to job seekers. No registration required.
Inlet Book Club: The Inlet Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of each month from 1 to 3 p.m. New members are welcome to drop in and join the discussion about new and topical books. On May 5, clubbers will be discussing Life After Life by Kate Atkinson.
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
Lego Club: Does your child love Lego? Terry Fox Library will provide the Lego if they bring their imagination. Kids can play, create and experiment at the library in an after-school program for ages five to 10 years. The next session is on Wednesday, May 13, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Registration is appreciated by calling 604-927-7999.
Grab and Go: Your books are ready at Fox. Each bag is filled with great books, preselected to save you time (no peeking). Read one or read them all, then return them through the book drop as usual.
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.
