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Monday 08:30 - 18:00 Tuesday 08:30 - 18:00 Wednesday 08:30 - 18:00 Thursday 08:30 - 18:00 Friday 08:30 - 18:00 Saturday 09:00 - 14:00

Point Fortin Public Library

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The Point Fortin Public Library (PFO) was established in 1947 and is located at #2 Cap-de-Ville Main Road, Point Fortin.

PFO is managed by the Public Libraries Division of the National Library and Information System Authority (NALIS).

01/11/2026

BOOK OF THE WEEK: "New week, new book!"

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“Caribbean Folk Tales & Fantasies” by Michael Anthony

This book is a delightful collection of stories inspired by the rich folklore, culture, and traditions of the Caribbean. Filled with imagination, mystery, and fascinating tales, this book celebrates the region’s storytelling heritage and brings Caribbean legends and fantasies to life. It is an enjoyable read for anyone interested in Caribbean culture and folklore.

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Call Number: WI J 398.2 AN

Available now at your nearest Public Library.

31/10/2026

🎶 A JOURNEY THROUGH CALYPSO: BOMBER'S DREAM! 🇹🇹

The Kaiso Street Society, in collaboration with the NALIS, took patrons on a musical journey via a film screening featuring the legendary calypso icon, The Mighty Bomber, in the documentary, Bomber's Dream.

It was an opportunity to celebrate the art of calypso storytelling, appreciate the creativity of our musical pioneers, and reconnect with an important part of our cultural identity.

Through music, stories, and history, we continue to preserve and promote our rich cultural heritage for generations to come.

A heartfelt thank you to the Kaiso Street Society, the staff and students of San Fernando West Secondary and Point Fortin East Secondary Schools, and the NALIS staff who joined us for this celebration of calypso!

Calypso is our story. Calypso is our heritage! 🎵❤️💛🖤

30/10/2026

🇹🇹🍯 FOODIE FRIDAY: Parsad (Cream of Wheat)😋🥣

Sweet, fluffy, buttery, and full of nostalgic Trini flavour! 💛 This week, we're celebrating a beloved Caribbean favourite — Cream of Wheat Parsad! 🇹🇹✨

Made with ghee, milk, warm ginger, aromatic cardamom (elaichi), and golden raisins, this delicious treat brings back memories of family gatherings, special occasions, and the comforting taste of home. ❤️

👩🏽‍🍳 Serves 8–10 — perfect for sharing with family and friends!

💬 Let's talk, Trinis! Do you prefer your parsad with raisins or without? And do you like it soft and fluffy or a little more firm? 👇🏽

Save this recipe and share it with someone who loves a good Trini sweet treat! 🇹🇹🥰

29/10/2026

📸 THROWBACK THURSDAY | SAN FERNANDO, TRINIDAD 🇹🇹

A glimpse into the past! 🕰️🚗 This throwback photo captures Chancery Lane Carpark, San Fernando, offering a nostalgic look at the city and its surroundings in days gone by.

Look at those vintage cars! 😍 How much has San Fernando changed over the years? Do you remember this carpark, or have you heard stories about what it was like back then?

💬 Share your memories with us in the comments!

📚 Photo Credit: Ottley, C. R. (1971). The Story of San Fernando, p. 90.

29/10/2026

🎃✨ Your Sip & Paint Time: Stacking Pumpkins! 🍷🎨

Ready to bring a colourful touch of the cozy season to your canvas? Follow along with our step-by-step tutorial for "Stacking Pumpkins"—from initial pencil outline to a vibrant, leaf-entw**ed masterpiece! 🍂🧡

This 7-step guide makes it fun and easy to paint at your own pace.

🖌️ What you'll follow step-by-step:

Sketching the wooden chair frame and pumpkin tower

Layering rich oranges, golden yellows, and crisp whites

Painting playful Jack-o'-lantern expression faces

Wrapping lush green pumpkin vines and delicate tendrils around the stack

Adding final warm highlights to make your artwork pop!

Grab your favorite glass of w**e, set up your brushes, and let’s get painting! 🥂✨

📌 Save this post for your next paint night.👇

28/10/2026

😂🇹🇹 TRINI THINGS: “EXPECTIN’ FLOOD!” 🌊👖

When yuh roll up yuh pants so high, everybody hadda wonder if yuh preparing for flood! 🤣😂

“How yuh pants fol’ up so, like yuh expectin’ flood owah?” 😭

Trinis always have a comment for everything! 🇹🇹

👇 Tell us nah, who yuh know does wear dey pants so? Tag dem and leh we have a lil’ laugh! 😂

27/10/2026

📢 NOTICE: CHANGE IN HOURS OF OPERATION 📚

Please be advised that the Point Fortin Public Library will be operating with revised opening hours from November 2, 2026, to January 8, 2027.

🕒 Our Revised Hours:

📅 Monday – Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

📅 Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (Remains the same).

We encourage all our valued patrons to take note of these changes and plan their library visits accordingly.

We thank you for your continued support, patience and understanding. 💙📖

27/10/2026

👻🌿 WE’RE BACK WITH ANOTHER FOLKLORE RIDDLE! 🇹🇹✨

Think you know your Trini folklore? 🤔📚 It’s time to put your knowledge to the test!

This week’s riddle is all about a mysterious figure that wanders where the wild trees grow… 🌳👣 Can you figure out who it is? 👀

🧠 Read the clues carefully!
💬 Drop your answer in the comments.
🤫 No giving away the answer just yet!

Let’s see who can solve this week’s mystery! 🔎👻

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27/10/2026

☁️ DigiLit Tip of the Week: Don't Lose Your Photos! 📸

Your phone can hold hundreds—even thousands—of precious photos and important documents. But what happens if your phone is lost, damaged, or runs out of storage space?

Cloud storage can help! 🌐

✔️ Back up important photos
✔️ Store documents online
✔️ Free up space on your phone
✔️ Access your files from another device

💡 DigiLit Tip: Your phone's storage and cloud storage are not the same thing. Learning the difference can help you manage your files and protect your memories.

📚 Visit the Point Fortin Public Library for more Digital Literacy tips and support.

Learn • Explore • Stay Connected💙

26/10/2026

✨ WORD OF THE WEEK: FLUMMOXED ✨

Have you ever opened an instruction manual and felt completely bewildered? Or maybe a new computer program has left you totally perplexed? That feeling is exactly what it means to be flummoxed!

This week, we are highlighting a word that perfectly describes that moment of utter confusion.

📖 Flummoxed (adjective): To be bewildered, confused, or utterly perplexed; at a complete loss to understand or explain.

While it can be frustrating to feel this way, remember that the most beautiful answers take time to emerge. As V. says, “In the silence between confusion, the deepest answers are heard. Listen.”

Don't let a puzzling concept stop you; keep looking for the clear logic. 💡

Address

#2 Cap-de-Ville Main Road
Point Fortin
00868

Opening Hours

Monday	08:30 - 18:00
Tuesday	08:30 - 18:00
Wednesday	08:30 - 18:00
Thursday	08:30 - 18:00
Friday	08:30 - 18:00
Saturday	09:00 - 14:00

Website

http://www.nalis.gov.tt/

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