Dive into a world of intrigue and innovation with our curated collection of media inspired by the 2024 Best Picture Oscar Winner "Oppenheimer." From gripping films to captivating books, each piece explores the riveting saga of the Manhattan Project, World War II, and the moral complexities of scientific advancement. Experience the tension, drama, and humanity behind one of history's most pivotal moments, where science and war collide in a gripping narrative of ambition and consequence.

Learn about the history of the Riverview/Essondale hospital in PoCo, and Mental Health treatment in BC. Includes resources on the history of mental illness with a focus on first person accounts. In partnership with Coquitlam Heritage's exhibition titled Riverview: an artists point of view.

Juvenile fiction books set at school. Follow along as the characters in these books make new friends, try new things, and get up to all kinds of shenanigans.

Coming Soon to Coquitlam Public Library! Place a hold on the On-Order books below and be one of the first to read these highly anticipated new releases.

Some of the best movies of all time

Your favourite flicks on DVD and Blu-ray

Films and tv show that were nominated in 2024 for a major awards - Oscar, Emmy, Golden Globe, and more!

A booklist to learn about Indigenous history in North America.

A mix of History, Mystery, uplifting books and others on my 'to read' list.