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Do you like the great outdoors? You might also like reading about others' adventures in the wilderness.

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.

Looking for a simple but fast cover-up to screen an old fence or wall, an unsightly building or a nosy neighbour? Why not make good use of some interesting and attractive vines.

The opening ceremonies for Port Coquitlam's 88th May Day take place Friday, April 29 at the rec centre on Wilson Avenue.

Nothing is better than curling up with a good book, except curling up with a good book and a great piece of music on the stereo (and maybe a glass of wine). A good book can not only paint vivid pictures in your head but can fill your ears with song.

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.

It is entirely appropriate that Earth Day (April 22) should follow so closely behind Volunteer Week (April 10 to 16) because many volunteers are outstanding stewards of the environment.

As chocolate eggs and bunnies begin appearing in the stores, we know that Easter is upon us. With all its symbols - from chocolate bunnies and eggs to the more religious symbols of the cross and resurrection - Easter is Canada's main spring festival.

The Little Red Schoolhouse actually existed. It arrived in Coquitlam sometime before 1907 as a result of parents petitioning Victoria for a school in the newly settled community. It was one of hundreds of schools established across B.C.

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.