[First Name], check out what's happening in the library this month!

Inside this issue:

• BIG Spring Book Sale
• National Youth Week 
• Hot new book lists
• New Library of Things items
• Free online tutoring

• Room booking information
• Holiday hours
• Event highlights
• Barrie Wellness Fair Information

Fun Events for Tweens and Teens!

National Youth Week is May 1 – 7! We've put together a ton of events for your 11-17 year-old to enjoy - from Harry Potter Trivia and a Teen Coffee House to Star Wars Trivia and a Youth Takeover at Peggy Hill Team Community Centre.  

May's Hot New Fiction

Place a hold on one of these hot new fiction titles being published in May! There's something for everyone, so you're sure to find an exciting new title to add to your TBR list.

Asian Heritage Month

May is Asian Heritage Month in Canada, showcasing the culture, art and history of Asian Canadians. Browse our Voices of Asian Heritage book list to begin learning and discovering.

BIG Spring Book Sale! May 26-28

Time to refresh your shelves for the summer! Our BIG Spring Book Sale is BACK, taking place from Friday, May 26 to Sunday, May 28 at our Downtown Library.

Our volunteers have been busy organizing a wide variety gently-used books, CDs, DVDs, magazines, and video games. Bring your own bag or purchase a reusable Library bag for $2. 

Please note: we are not accepting donations from the community for this event as our supplies are already full! 

Introducing our Newest Library of Things Items

Spring is in the air! Now that the weather is getting warmer, we've added a number of NEW items to our Library of Things to help you enjoy some more time in the sun! Don't worry, we know there will always be a need for those rainy day activities, so we've got you covered there too. 

Our newest Library of Things Items include:

• Pickleball Kits
• Tabletop Games
• Gardening Kits
• Bike Repair Kits

Free Tutoring with Brainfuse

Secondary school report cards come home this week! Does your child need some extra help in a particular subject? Try out Brainfuse, which offers FREE one-on-one virtual tutoring 7 days a week.

Room Bookings are BACK!

The Barrie Public Library offers a variety of meeting and study spaces available for rent at our Downtown and Painswick locations. These rooms are perfect for your next meeting or major study session! 

Barrie Wellness Fair – Saturday May 6

Join us at the Barrie Farmer’s Market (Barrie City Hall) from 9am-12pm for this free community event during Mental Health Awareness Week!

Discover health and wellness resources in our community with active demos, free harm reduction kits, activities, and giveaways.

Drop by the Barrie Farmer's Market for musical performances from the Barrie Jazz & Blues Festival and the Barrie Folk Society. 

This event is hosted in part by the Barrie Police Service and Barrie Public Library.

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