Events for Teens

Upcoming Programs and Events

Chess Club
In partnership with Library Champions
Saturdays | Poirier branch
Oct. 16 to Dec. 11. and Jan. 22 to Mar. 26
Register for specific sessions online

Holiday Trivia for Teens
Presented by Teen Advisory Council
Dec. 21 - 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm

Holiday Hellos
Thank you to everyone who contributed a Holiday Hello. We are preparing hampers to be delivered in December. Learn more.

Career For Youth Series
In partnership with WorkBC
Jan. 20 - Interview Skills
Feb. 17 - Self-Marketing & Social Media
Mar. 17 - LinkedIn Essentials

Board Game Days
Jan. 22 - 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Feb. 19 - 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Mar. 19 - 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Thursday Trivia Night
90s Sitcoms!
Jan. 27 - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Planning for Post Secondary School
In partnership with Credit Counselling Society
Mar. 15 - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Volunteer Opportunities

A Newcomer's Guide to Coquitlam: For Youth

Youth who are new to the community will meet and learn from teen volunteers who know Coquitlam well.

We are currently accepting applications for youth in grades 8-12 who have arrived in Canada within the last 6 months. Register as a newcomer.

Teen Advisory Council

Middle and high school students plan and deliver programs for youth, and provide guidance on Library services, while earning community hours.

Meetings: Dec. 16, Jan. 20, Feb. 17, Mar. 17
Time: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm on Zoom
To Join: Fill out an application form
Questions: Email Librarian Chris Miller

Partner up with a Little Buddy

Reading Buddies

Homework Help

Parlez-Nous en Français

Past Contests & Programs

Scary Story Contest

Read the winning stories

Astronomy at Home with Bill Burnyeat

Astronomer Bill Burnyeat discusses where to aim your binoculars or telescope in episodes focusing on stars, constellations, the moon, the planets and space technology. Librarian Chris Miller acts as interviewer / host.

Watch now!

Upcoming Events

Past and Present: A Conversation about Race in BC

Wednesday, December 08 at 06:30 PM

Location: Branch - City Centre
Age group:
- Youth (12-18)
- Adults (18+)
Events type:
- Teen Program
- Adult Program
Join Coquitlam Public Library for a 5-part series about Race In BC. Each session will focus on different cultural groups. You can participate either in person or via Zoom.
Chess Club

Saturday, December 11 at 02:00 PM

Location: Branch - Poirier
Age group:
- All Ages
Events type:
A weekly chess program for all ages. Registration is required.
Chess Club

Saturday, December 11 at 03:00 PM

Location: Branch - Poirier
Age group:
- All Ages
Events type:
A weekly chess program for all ages. Registration required.
Teen Advisory Council

Thursday, December 16 at 04:00 PM

Location: Branch - Virtual
Age group:
- Youth (12-18)
Events type:
- Teen Program
For teens in middle school and high school. Join our planning group, which brainstorms events and turns them into reality! Meetings on Zoom. Online application.
Holiday Trivia for Teens!

Tuesday, December 21 at 07:00 PM

Location: Branch - Virtual
Age group:
- Youth (12-18)
Events type:
- Teen Program
For teens aged 12 to 18. Answer seasonal questions in our Kahoot! developed by Teen Advisory Council members. Online registration. Prizes for winners.
Past and Present: A Conversation about Race in BC

Wednesday, January 12 at 06:30 PM

Location: Branch - City Centre
Age group:
- Youth (12-18)
- Adults (18+)
Events type:
- Teen Program
- Adult Program
Join Coquitlam Public Library for a 5-part series about Race In BC. Each session will focus on different cultural groups. You can participate either in person or via Zoom.
Parlez-Nous en Francais

Friday, January 14 at 04:00 PM

Location: Branch - Virtual
Age group:
- Youth (12-18)
- Children (6-11)
Events type:
- Teen Program
- Children's Program
For students in French immersion. Kids in gr. 1 to 6 meet teenaged tutors in gr. 8 to 12 for help developing their French skills. Online application form. Meetings on Zoom.
Parlez-Nous en Francais

Friday, January 21 at 04:00 PM

Location: Branch - Virtual
Age group:
- Youth (12-18)
- Children (6-11)
Events type:
- Teen Program
- Children's Program
For students in French immersion. Kids in gr. 1 to 6 meet teenaged tutors in gr. 8 to 12 for help developing their French skills. Online application form. Meetings on Zoom.
Time to have Fun: Board Game Day

Saturday, January 22 at 01:00 PM

Location: Branch - City Centre
Age group:
- Youth (12-18)
- Adults (18+)
Events type:
- Teen Program
- Adult Program
Come join us to have Board game fun with friends and family or meet new friends on a monthly Saturday afternoon at the Library!
Chess Club

Saturday, January 22 at 02:00 PM

Location: Branch - Poirier
Age group:
- All Ages
Events type:
Play chess against other enthusiasts and learn new strategies and tips. All ages are welcome!
Parlez-Nous en Francais

Friday, January 28 at 04:00 PM

Location: Branch - Virtual
Age group:
- Youth (12-18)
- Children (6-11)
Events type:
- Teen Program
- Children's Program
For students in French immersion. Kids in gr. 1 to 6 meet teenaged tutors in gr. 8 to 12 for help developing their French skills. Online application form. Meetings on Zoom.
Chess Club

Saturday, January 29 at 02:00 PM

Location: Branch - Poirier
Age group:
- All Ages
Events type:
Play chess against other enthusiasts and learn new strategies and tips. All ages are welcome!
Parlez-Nous en Francais

Friday, February 04 at 04:00 PM

Location: Branch - Virtual
Age group:
- Youth (12-18)
- Children (6-11)
Events type:
- Teen Program
- Children's Program
For students in French immersion. Kids in gr. 1 to 6 meet teenaged tutors in gr. 8 to 12 for help developing their French skills. Online application form. Meetings on Zoom.
Chess Club

Saturday, February 05 at 02:00 PM

Location: Branch - Poirier
Age group:
- All Ages
Events type:
Play chess against other enthusiasts and learn new strategies and tips. All ages are welcome!
Parlez-Nous en Francais

Friday, February 11 at 04:00 PM

Location: Branch - Virtual
Age group:
- Youth (12-18)
- Children (6-11)
Events type:
- Teen Program
- Children's Program
For students in French immersion. Kids in gr. 1 to 6 meet teenaged tutors in gr. 8 to 12 for help developing their French skills. Online application form. Meetings on Zoom.
Chess Club

Saturday, February 12 at 02:00 PM

Location: Branch - Poirier
Age group:
- All Ages
Events type:
Play chess against other enthusiasts and learn new strategies and tips. All ages are welcome!
Parlez-Nous en Francais

Friday, February 18 at 04:00 PM

Location: Branch - Virtual
Age group:
- Youth (12-18)
- Children (6-11)
Events type:
- Teen Program
- Children's Program
For students in French immersion. Kids in gr. 1 to 6 meet teenaged tutors in gr. 8 to 12 for help developing their French skills. Online application form. Meetings on Zoom.
Time to have Fun: Board Game Day

Saturday, February 19 at 01:00 PM

Location: Branch - City Centre
Age group:
- Youth (12-18)
- Adults (18+)
Events type:
- Teen Program
- Adult Program
Come join us to have Board game fun with friends and family or meet new friends on a monthly Saturday afternoon at the Library!
Chess Club

Saturday, February 19 at 02:00 PM

Location: Branch - Poirier
Age group:
- All Ages
Events type:
Play chess against other enthusiasts and learn new strategies and tips. All ages are welcome!
Parlez-Nous en Francais

Friday, February 25 at 04:00 PM

Location: Branch - Virtual
Age group:
- Youth (12-18)
- Children (6-11)
Events type:
- Teen Program
- Children's Program
For students in French immersion. Kids in gr. 1 to 6 meet teenaged tutors in gr. 8 to 12 for help developing their French skills. Online application form. Meetings on Zoom.