Upcoming Programs and Events
Chess Club
With Library Champions
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm - Poirier
Apr. 9 - Jun. 25
*No session on Jun. 4
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
Volunteers plan and deliver programs for youth, and provide guidance on Library services, while earning community hours. Open to students in gr. 6-12.
Meetings: May 18, Jun. 15, Jul. 14, Aug. 18, Sep. 15
Time: 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm on Zoom
To Join: Fill out an
application form
Questions: Email Librarian
Chris Miller
Partner up with a Little Buddy
Contests, Challenges & Past Programs
Escape Room: The House by the Sea
Test your problem-solving skills in this 2-D escape room devised by members of the library's Teen Advisory Council. Rove around with your cursor and looks for clues. Hint: you will need to find some tools to help you escape! Enter the escape room »
When you're done, check your escape time:
<5 min: Legendary! | 5-10 min: Insane! | 10-15 min: Great! | 15-20 min: Quite good. | 20-30 min: Decent. | 30+ min: You need some practice...
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
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Saturday, May 21 at 02:00 PM
Play chess against other enthusiasts and learn new strategies and tips. All ages are welcome! Stay for the whole time or drop-in for a game or two. No registration required.
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Thursday, May 26 at 04:00 PM
Tutoring program matches teen volunteers (gr. 8 to 12) with kids in gr. 1 to 6. All subjects welcome. Meetings on Zoom. Online registration.
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Saturday, May 28 at 02:00 PM
Play chess against other enthusiasts and learn new strategies and tips. All ages are welcome! Stay for the whole time or drop-in for a game or two. No registration required.
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Saturday, June 11 at 02:00 PM
Play chess against other enthusiasts and learn new strategies and tips. All ages are welcome! Stay for the whole time or drop-in for a game or two. No registration required.
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Thursday, June 16 at 03:30 PM
Learn how to use and leverage your connections to expand on your job search possibilities, allowing opportunities for sustainable employment. For young adults
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Saturday, June 18 at 02:00 PM
Play chess against other enthusiasts and learn new strategies and tips. All ages are welcome! Stay for the whole time or drop-in for a game or two. No registration required.
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Saturday, June 25 at 02:00 PM
Play chess against other enthusiasts and learn new strategies and tips. All ages are welcome! Stay for the whole time or drop-in for a game or two. No registration required.
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Thursday, July 07 at 07:00 PM
Learn about popular hikes in the Tri-Cities, the basics of outdoor safety, and how to prepare and plan for a hike.
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Saturday, July 09 at 02:00 PM
Drop-in to connect with and play chess against other enthusiasts. All ages are welcome! No registration required.
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Wednesday, July 13 at 05:00 PM
Join us for a live and exciting Handbuilding Pottery demonstration by a local ceramic artist at the Library.
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Thursday, July 14 at 02:00 PM
For school-aged kids and teens up to 18 years old who are newly arrived from the Ukraine. Drop in, or e-mail librarian Chris Miller in advance. Teen volunteers (gr. 9 to 12) must register.
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Thursday, July 21 at 02:00 PM
For school-aged kids and teens up to 18 years old who are newly arrived from the Ukraine. Drop in, or e-mail librarian Chris Miller in advance. Teen volunteers (gr. 9 to 12) must register.
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Saturday, July 23 at 01:00 PM
Come join us to have Board game fun with friends and family or meet new friends on a Saturday afternoon at the Library! Stay for the whole time or drop-in for a game or two.
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Thursday, July 28 at 02:00 PM
For school-aged kids and teens up to 18 years old who are newly arrived from the Ukraine. Drop in, or e-mail librarian Chris Miller in advance. Teen volunteers (gr. 9 to 12) must register.
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Thursday, August 04 at 02:00 PM
For school-aged kids and teens up to 18 years old who are newly arrived from the Ukraine. Drop in, or e-mail librarian Chris Miller in advance. Teen volunteers (gr. 9 to 12) must register.
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Saturday, August 06 at 02:00 PM
Drop-in to connect with and play against other chess enthusiasts. All ages are welcome! No registration required.
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Thursday, August 11 at 02:00 PM
For school-aged kids and teens up to 18 years old who are newly arrived from the Ukraine. Drop in, or e-mail librarian Chris Miller in advance. Teen volunteers (gr. 9 to 12) must register.
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Thursday, August 11 at 07:00 PM
We are inviting you to test your intellectual mettle in a trivia game with Library staff! Show off your knowledge of random trivia!
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Saturday, August 13 at 01:00 PM
Come join us to have Board game fun with friends and family or meet new friends on a monthly Saturday afternoon at the Library! Stay for the whole time or drop-in for a game or two.
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Thursday, August 18 at 02:00 PM
For school-aged kids and teens up to 18 years old who are newly arrived from the Ukraine. Drop in, or e-mail librarian Chris Miller in advance. Teen volunteers (gr. 9 to 12) must register.