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Tri-City libraries offering variety of fall-themed activities for all ages

Fort building, Booktoberfest and discussions on the agenda for next month in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody.
Kyle Balzer
Kyle Balzer
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Port Moody Public Library's Booktoberfest is offering a variety of fun fall reading and costume activities for all ages throughout October.Port Moody Public Library

Curling up with a good book in front of the fireplace on a crisp fall day is a great feeling!

But what about getting involved with your local library as well?

Here's what's going on at libraries in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody throughout the month of October:

TERRY FOX LIBRARY

  • Reading Spotlight
    • Wednesday, Oct. 13
    • 2 to 3 p.m.

A book lover’s discussion! Library staff will share their current favorite reads. If you have a book or two you’d like to tell the group about, we’d love to hear it. Literary insights optional!

Register by clicking here: https://fvrl.bibliocommons.com/events/search/index/event/6127f628cd0f1c2f00938e43

  • Family Forts at Halloween
    • Friday, Oct. 22
    • 2 to 2:45 p.m.

Grab a flashlight, some blankets and pull the pillows off the couch. It’s family forts at Halloween! Wear your Halloween costume and join us in your cozy fort. We’ll show off our forts and have some fun reading together.

Register by clicking here: https://fvrl.bibliocommons.com/events/search/index/event/6127f5aa164e9b4100a812ba

  • The State of the World’s Birds and How We Can Help
    • Monday, Oct. 25
    • 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Join Derek Matthews, bird conservationist and researcher, for a presentation all about birds. Learn what challenges birds face and how you can help. See some of the local species and get excited about identifying our birds in all seasons.

Register by clicking here: https://fvrl.bibliocommons.com/events/search/index/event/614281f8581a3c4c009a22d9

For more information about the Terry Fox Library, you're encouraged to visit its website.

 

COQUITLAM PUBLIC LIBRARY

  • A Conversation About Race in BC | Indigenous Peoples 
    • Wednesday, Oct. 6
    • 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Learn about the history of the Kwikwetlem First Nation and other Indigenous Peoples in BC in the first session of our speaker series, “Past and Present.” Question period to follow.

Register to attend virtually or in-person by clicking here: https://coquitlam.libnet.info/event/5465398  

  • Scary Story Contest
    • Contest deadline: Wednesday, Oct. 20 at 11:59 p.m.

Terrify us with a story drawn from the diabolical depths of your imagination! Contest open to teens in two age categories: 11 – 14 and 15 – 18. First, second, and third place in each category will win a prize.

Learn more by clicking here: https://www.coqlibrary.ca/scary-story  

  • Paws 4 Stories
    • Dates and times vary

Do you have a reluctant reader, or one who’s uncomfortable reading aloud? Our friendly dogs Oliver and Pippa are here to help!

Register for a specific date by clicking here: https://www.coqlibrary.ca/programs/children 

  • Flowers for Lights at Lafarge
    • Tuesday, Oct. 5
    • 4 to 5 p.m.

Create flowers for the Lights at Lafarge Lake winter display with the Library and the City of Coquitlam’s Park Spark team! Held in-person at City Centre.

Register by clicking here: https://coquitlam.libnet.info/event/5507814

For more information about the Coquitlam Public Library, you're encouraged to visit its website.

 

PORT MOODY PUBLIC LIBRARY

  • Seniors and Incomes Tax
    • Wednesday, Oct. 6
    • 7 to 8 p.m.

Doing your taxes has its benefits! Join us over Zoom for a presentation from the CRA and learn about all the benefits, credits, and deductions you could be eligible for as a senior.

Register by clicking here: calendar.portmoodylibrary.ca

  • Family Code Night
    • Thursdays, Oct. 21 and 28
    • 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

What's more fun than playing a game? Making your own! Kids and parents/caregivers can learn how to think like a computer programmer, and build a game together as a team.

Register by clicking here: calendar.portmoodylibrary.ca

  • Booktoberfest

Join us this October for Booktoberfest with fun bookish activities and contests:

  • Readathon
    • Oct. 1 to 3
    • Commit to reading all weekend long (minimum of 12 out of 72 hours) for the chance to win great bookish prizes!
  • Story Stroll
    • Saturday, Oct. 30, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
    • Grab your costume and bring the family for a story, craft, and costume parade! Registration required.

And more!

For more information about the Port Moody Public Library, you're encouraged to visit its website.