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Simcoe Reads
Grand Finale
Tuesday, September 29
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Eight Libraries. Eight Books. One Winner. Join us at the John Hayter Southshore Community Centre see who will take home the title of Simcoe Reads 2026 Champion this year!
Location - General John Hayter Southshore Community Centre.
Eight Libraries. Eight Books. 1 Winner.
Based on Canada Reads, 8 Simcoe County Libraries have each selected a Canadian book and a local celebrity to champion it. On this night, we will all gather to chat about our books and why we think Simcoe County should read them. Come and enjoy the discussion and in the end you, our amazing audience, will vote to decide which book will be crowned the 2026 Simcoe Reads winner.
The Simcoe County libraries are squaring off in this years cover-to-cover discussion are: Barrie, Bradford West Gwillimbury, Essa, Innisfil, Midland, New Tecumseth, Ramara and Severn.
Can't make it in person: The event will also be streaming live via Zoom. Click here to register and receive a link to the online edition of this event.
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Please note:
- Barrie Residents - Parking is free with your Digital Waterfront Pass. To learn more about Barrie Waterfront Passes, click here.
- Non-Barrie Residents - A number of free spaces have been allotted to you so you can enjoy the event too! Once these spaces are filled, parking rates will apply.
We ask that all participants conduct themselves respectfully, and adhere to the Patron Conduct Policy.
If you have any questions or require technical assistance please call 705-728-1010 or email askus@barrielibrary.ca