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Libraries and Literacy: Free movies... plus science, Nowruz and earthquakes at Tri-City libraries

Libraries and Literacy: Free movies... plus science, Nowruz and earthquakes at Tri-City libraries

Libraries in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody host special events such as computer classes, talks on nature and the environment, and free pro-D day movies
Book review: An ‘African Game of Thrones’

Book review: An ‘African Game of Thrones’

Black Leopard, Red Wolf by Marlon James; reviewed by Michael DeKoven of the Port Moody Public Library.
Books Plus: Prepare for an emergency and much more at Tri-City libraries

Books Plus: Prepare for an emergency and much more at Tri-City libraries

This feature, written by librarians with Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam, is published each Thursday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities’ three libraries.
Flooring 101: How to make the choice that’s right for your lifestyle

Flooring 101: How to make the choice that’s right for your lifestyle

Selecting new flooring for your home or condo appears to be an easy task at first, but once you begin the process, it becomes apparent that there is an endless assortment of choices and factors to consider.
What's that smell? You can now get Quarter Pounder scented candles from McDonald's

What's that smell? You can now get Quarter Pounder scented candles from McDonald's

Burn all six together "for maximum deliciousness."
Big sky country

Big sky country

Experiencing Montana's rugged landscapes
Valentine’s Day traditions around the world

Valentine’s Day traditions around the world

Flowers, chocolates and candle-lit dinner are all things traditional when it comes to Valentine’s Day in North America. However, there are unique traditions for celebrating the special day in other countries.
Vancouver Aquarium otters celebrate Valentine’s Day

Vancouver Aquarium otters celebrate Valentine’s Day

The Vancouver Aquarium followed up last month’s cute video of sea otters making snowballs with another "otter-ly" adorable one for Valentine's Day.
Eric Akis: Steak Diane stands the test of time

Eric Akis: Steak Diane stands the test of time

When I was a chef’s apprentice in the early 1980s, the hotel I worked in had a fine-dining restaurant. That restaurant, as with others in that era, offered several dishes that were prepared on a rolling cart right in the dining room by service staff.
Books Plus: Hear about ice hockey fighting from author

Books Plus: Hear about ice hockey fighting from author

This feature, written by librarians with Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam, is published each Thursday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities’ three libraries.