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Barrie Public Library moves to Step 3

July 22, 2021

The Province entered into Step 3 of the Roadmap to Reopening Plan on Friday, July 16. Both locations are open for in-person services, with some restrictions. Our capacity has increased to 100 Downtown and 50 at Painswick, and we are now able to offer limited in-person programming. 

Meet the Simcoe Reads authors this summer!

July 20, 2021

This summer we have some amazing programs to help you immerse yourself in Simcoe Reads 2021, including a Simcoe Reads Author Talk series where we'll meet the authors of the books chosen for this year’s competition!

Simcoe Reads Book Chats

July 16, 2021

Did you know we have book chats every Friday? This summer they’re even more unique! Each Friday up until August 13, we’re featuring a different book that’s a part of Simcoe Reads 2021­...

Calling All Scientists!

July 6, 2021

As part of Summer Reading Club (SRC), we’ve got science experiments all summer long! Join us each week for a new experiment for the budding scientist in your home...