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Mon, Apr 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Painswick Branch - Massie Family Community Room
Join us for a story followed by a craft to enjoy or take home!

Mon, Apr 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Holly Branch - Childrens Area
Join us for a story followed by a craft to enjoy or take home!

Mon, Apr 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Downtown Branch - Tinker Lab
Join us live for stories, songs, rhymes, activities, and lots of early literacy fun!! Recommended for Ages 3-4.

Mon, Apr 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Online - Online
The Starting Your Business sessions are geared towards those considering entrepreneurship and those who have already decided to start their own business and are ready to take the next steps.Register

Mon, Apr 20, 1:30pm - 4:55pm
Painswick Branch - Massie Family Community Room
Enjoy free movies at the library!

Mon, Apr 20, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Holly Branch - Childrens Area
Join us for an interactive circle time focused on developing your baby's early literacy skills through stories, rhymes and songs. This program is designed for non-walking babies and a caregiver.

Mon, Apr 20, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Downtown Branch - Creative Spaces,Massie Family Community Room
Teen Takeover is the place to be after school for youth aged 11-17

Mon, Apr 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Holly Branch - Childrens Area
Get ready for our exciting weekly craft! Join us each week to see the latest craft in action. Hurry, supplies are limited!

Mon, Apr 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Downtown Branch - Gathering Place
Roll the dice, gather your crew, and let the games begin!

Mon, Apr 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Downtown Branch - Oro Lions Room
This program is first come, first served, with limited space.

Mon, Apr 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Holly Branch
Bring your project and connect with other yarn enthusiasts!

Tue, Apr 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Downtown Branch - Tinker Lab
Join us for an interactive meet-up with stories & songs. Then stay, play, and socialize! This program is designed for non-walking babies and a caregiver

Tue, Apr 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Painswick Branch - Big Book Stage
Join us live for stories, songs, rhymes, activities, and lots of early literacy fun!!

Tue, Apr 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Holly Branch
Want to learn how to play American Mahjong? Register for a 6 week session!

Tue, Apr 21, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Downtown Branch - Creative Spaces
Not sure where to get started? Learn the basics of our maker-space equipment in this demo-style program. Watch, take notes, ask questions. No hands-on work, just inspiration and information!

Tue, Apr 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Holly Branch - Childrens Area
Let your imagination and creativity run wild as you join us to create, interact, learn, and discover!

Tue, Apr 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Painswick Branch - Massie Family Community Room
Learn to crochet at the library! Materials and instruction provided. Recommended for ages 11+
Registration is now closed

Tue, Apr 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Painswick Branch - Massie Family Community Room
NOTE: April 21 & 28, no facilitator, space still open to meet & practice. Practice speaking with other beginner learners. Build your French vocabulary and grammar through conversation.

Tue, Apr 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Painswick Branch
Learning Spanish? Come practice in a stress-free, laid back environment. If you already have some knowledge of the language and want to practice with others, we invite you join!

Tue, Apr 21, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Downtown Branch - Oro Lions Room
Pratiquez votre français en toute simplicité! Rejoignez-nous pour des échanges chaleureux dans une ambiance détendue, animés par une francophone passionnée.

Wed, Apr 22, 9:30am - 11:00am
Painswick Branch - Children's Area
Are your toddlers raring to get up and go? Bring them to the library to explore hands-on activities that build literacy skills and fun STEAM-based learning.

Wed, Apr 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Holly Branch - Childrens Area
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, activities, and lots of early literacy fun!

Wed, Apr 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Downtown Branch - Gathering Place
The Paper Bag Princess Puppet Show.

Wed, Apr 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
BPL On The Go - Sandbox Centre
Meet library staff at the Sandbox Centre to discover how the library can help. From free professional development and market research to community-focused creative spaces-it's all here. Book a visit.

Wed, Apr 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
BPL On The Go - Sandbox Centre
Meet library staff at the Sandbox Centre to discover how the library can help. From free professional development and market research to community-focused creative spaces-it's all here. Book a visit.

Wed, Apr 22, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Holly Branch
This program is first come, first served, with limited space.

Wed, Apr 22, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Downtown Branch - Angus Ross Room
Join professional organizer Eryn Moreau for a supportive and practical presentation that transforms the overwhelming process of downsizing into an empowering journey.

Wed, Apr 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Painswick Branch - Massie Family Community Room
Explore our after school zone with adventures in crafting, building, gaming and more.

Wed, Apr 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Holly Branch
Get ready for our exciting weekly craft! Join us each week to see the latest craft in action. Hurry, supplies are limited!

Wed, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Downtown Branch - Creative Spaces
Not sure where to get started? Learn the basics of our maker-space equipment in this demo-style program. Watch, take notes, ask questions. No hands-on work, just inspiration and information!

Wed, Apr 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Branch - Angus Ross Room
Come join fellow musicians to practice your ukulele skills in a relaxed environment. No formal instruction provided.

Thu, Apr 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Holly Branch
Bring your project and connect with other yarn enthusiasts!

Thu, Apr 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Downtown Branch - Downtown Children's Picture Book Area, 2nd Floor
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, activities, and lots of early literacy fun!!

Thu, Apr 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Painswick Branch - Massie Family Community Room
Join us for an interactive meet-up with stories, rhymes & songs. Then stay, play, and socialize! This program is designed for non-walking babies and a caregiver.

Thu, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Downtown Branch - Mini-Flex
Bring your project and connect with other yarn enthusiasts!

Thu, Apr 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Holly Branch
Let your imagination and creativity run wild as you join us to create, interact, learn, and discover!

Thu, Apr 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Downtown Branch - Oro Lions Room
Strengthen your French skills while enjoying casual conversations. Expand your vocabulary, refine your grammar, and boost your confidence with the help of a French-speaking facilitator.

Thu, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Downtown Branch - Creative Spaces
Unleash your inner maker in this monthly, small-group crafting program just for adults. Each session offers a chance to get hands-on with a fresh creative project. No experience needed!

Thu, Apr 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Holly Branch
Practice English, meet new friends, and learn more about life and culture in Canada. Challenge yourself to build your speaking confidence!

Thu, Apr 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Painswick Branch - Massie Family Community Room
Learn Spanish basics! This program is registered.

Fri, Apr 24, 9:30am - 11:00am
Holly Branch - Childrens Area
Are your toddlers raring to get up and go? Bring them to the library to explore hands-on activities that build literacy skills and fun STEAM-based learning.

Fri, Apr 24, 10:00am - 11:30am
Downtown Branch - Tinker Lab
Creative Crayons:

Fri, Apr 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Painswick Branch - Massie Family Community Room
Join us for a Messy morning!

Fri, Apr 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Downtown Branch - Angus Ross Room
Barrie Public Library is looking to recruit high school students (14+) for our Summer Volunteer Squad!

Fri, Apr 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Painswick Branch - Massie Family Community Room
Barrie Public Library is looking to recruit high school students (14+) for our Summer Volunteer Squad!

Fri, Apr 24, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Online - Online
Writing your first business plan is a major step in putting your small business on the map. Register

Fri, Apr 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Holly Branch
Want to learn how to play American Mahjong? Register for a 6 week session!
This event is full

Fri, Apr 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Downtown Branch - Tinker Lab
Harold and the Purple Crayon Movie:

Fri, Apr 24, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Painswick Branch - Massie Family Community Room
Come on out for a family movie!

Sat, Apr 25, 9:30am - 11:00am
Downtown Branch - Tinker Lab
Are your toddlers raring to get up and go? Bring them to the library to explore hands-on activities that build literacy skills and fun STEAM-based learning.

Sat, Apr 25, 9:30am - 11:00am
Painswick Branch - Children's Area
Are your toddlers raring to get up and go? Bring them to the library to explore hands-on activities that build literacy skills and fun STEAM-based learning.

Sat, Apr 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Holly Branch - Childrens Area
Get ready for our exciting weekly craft! Join us each week to see the latest craft in action. Hurry, supplies are limited!

Sat, Apr 25, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Holly Branch
Robots are invading the Holly Branch!

Sat, Apr 25, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Downtown Branch - Gathering Place
Practice English, meet new friends, and learn more about life and culture in Canada. Challenge yourself to build your speaking confidence!

Sat, Apr 25, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Downtown Branch - Gathering Place
Join us for a great afternoon of poetry, with readings from featured poets. Following the readings, there will be an opportunity for you to participate in an open mic session. Everyone is welcome.

Sat, Apr 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Downtown Branch - Oro Lions Room
If you are new to speaking French, this is your chance to build your vocabulary and grammar skills. Simple conversations are led by a native French-speaking facilitator.
This event is full

Sun, Apr 26, 9:30am - 11:00am
Holly Branch - Childrens Area
Are your toddlers raring to get up and go? Bring them to the library to explore hands-on activities that build literacy skills and fun STEAM-based learning.

Sun, Apr 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Holly Branch
You are important and worth the time, so join us to get away from the noise and invest in you, one mindful moment at a time.

Sun, Apr 26, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Downtown Branch - Angus Ross Room
Join us for a chance to learn and play Dungeons & Dragons together! All ages are welcome, and we especially encourage caregivers to team up with their children.

Mon, Apr 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Holly Branch - Childrens Area
Join us for a story followed by a craft to enjoy or take home!

Mon, Apr 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Painswick Branch - Massie Family Community Room
Join us for a story followed by a craft to enjoy or take home!

Mon, Apr 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Downtown Branch - Tinker Lab
Join us live for stories, songs, rhymes, activities, and lots of early literacy fun!! Recommended for Ages 3-4.

Mon, Apr 27, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Holly Branch - Childrens Area
Join us for an interactive circle time focused on developing your baby's early literacy skills through stories, rhymes and songs. This program is designed for non-walking babies and a caregiver.

Mon, Apr 27, 1:30pm - 4:55pm
Painswick Branch - Massie Family Community Room
Enjoy free movies at the library!

Mon, Apr 27, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Downtown Branch - Creative Spaces,Massie Family Community Room
Teen Takeover is the place to be after school for youth aged 11-17

Mon, Apr 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
BPL On The Go - Sandbox Centre
Meet library staff at the Sandbox Centre to discover how the library can help. From free professional development and market research to community-focused creative spaces-it's all here. Book a visit.
This event is full

Mon, Apr 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Holly Branch - Childrens Area
Get ready for our exciting weekly craft! Join us each week to see the latest craft in action. Hurry, supplies are limited!

Mon, Apr 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
BPL On The Go - Sandbox Centre
Meet library staff at the Sandbox Centre to discover how the library can help. From free professional development and market research to community-focused creative spaces-it's all here. Book a visit.
This event is full

Mon, Apr 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Downtown Branch - Gathering Place
Join us for a fun, casual program! Each month, explore a new creative project, perfect for beginners. Most supplies are included. Come unleash your creativity and have a great time with us!

Mon, Apr 27, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Downtown Branch - Angus Ross Room
Provides a supportive environment where members share their work, offer insights into the work of others, and enhance knowledge to improve their writing skills.

Mon, Apr 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Downtown Branch - Oro Lions Room
This program is first come, first served, with limited space.

Mon, Apr 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Holly Branch
Bring your project and connect with other yarn enthusiasts!