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International Day of Persons with Disabilities

December 3, 2021

The United Nations has designated December 3rd as the International Day of Persons with Disabilities in order to raise awareness about disability issues and mobilize support for greater equality. This day is a great opportunity for us all to take action...

The Cricut is back at BPL!

December 2, 2021

That's right! We're excited to say that you can now visit us and create some beautiful designs with our Cricut machine. 

cloudLibrary NewsStand: Enjoy e-Magazines for free

December 1, 2021

cloudLibrary NewsStand gives you immediate access to eMagazines through the web. The cloudLibrary NewsStand home page is like browsing the magazine shelves at the library, with full-colour, digital versions of many mainstream and specialized titles – all exact copies of their print editions! 

Celebrate #GivingTuesdayCA with your Barrie Public Library!

November 30, 2021

After Black Friday and Cyber Monday, it’s time to kick off the season of giving with Giving Tuesday – a day dedicated to giving back and encouraging activities that support charitable and non-profit organizations...