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What's Happening @ BPL: May 2024

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Big Spring Book Sale Happening May 24-26

Our volunteer-led Big Spring Book Sale is back! Join us from Friday, May 24 to Sunday, May 26 at the Downtown Library to pick up some new-to-you reads.

 

Are your book shelves overflowing? From May 21-23, we are welcoming donations of gently used books, magazines, audiobooks, DVDs, CDs, and video games at the Downtown Library Café for the sale. 
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4 book covers: Docile by Hyeseung Song; The Storm We Made by Vanessa Chan; Ajay and the Mumbai Sun by Varsha Shah; Hair Oil Magic by Anu Chouhan

Asian Heritage Month

This May, check out our Voices of Asian Heritage Adult and Chlidren book lists.
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3 book covers: Black Shield Maiden by Willow Smith & Jess Hendel; The Five Year Lie by Sarina Bowen; You Like It Darker by Stephen King.

May New Fiction

Place a hold on one of these hot new fiction titles being published in May!
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Celebrate National Youth Week: May 1-7

We've put together fun events and resources for your 11-17 year-old to enjoy: Teen Open Mic Night, Games & Puzzles Afternoon, and much more!
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Discover the Newest Reads on cloudLibrary

Borrow the newest eBooks and eAudiobooks using cloudLibrary - perfect for when you are on the go.
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Graphic reads: Volunteer Fair; Saturday, May 11, 2024 10:00am - 2:00pm; Barrie Public Library (60 Worsley

Volunteer Fair at BPL

Looking for a volunteer opportunity? Visit the Volunteer Recruitment Fair, in partnership with the BAVA, on May 11 at the Downtown Library.
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National AccessAbility Week at the Library

National AccessAbility Week is celebrated from May 26 to June 1, 2024. It's a time to recognize the valuable contributions and leadership of persons with disabilities in Canada. As well, we celebrate ongoing efforts to become a more accessible and inclusive Canada. 

 

The Barrie Public Library is committed to meeting the needs of people with disabilities with accessible building features and resources. 
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Library of Things Items for Spring

We've got items to help you get ready for spring: Bike Repair Kits, Gardening Kits, Bike Locks, and more! Our Fishing Kits will be available at the end of May.
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Free Tutoring with Brainfuse

Secondary school report cards come home the first week of May. Does your teen need some extra help? Try out Brainfuse, which offers virtual tutoring - free with your library card.
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All three locations will be closed on Sunday, May 19 and Monday, May 20 for the May Long Weekend. 
Graphic reading: Holiday Hours; Sat. May 18: Open; Sun. May 19: Closed; Mon. May 20: Closed; Tue. May 21: Open.

We Want To Know!

Last Month's Poll:

Where is your favourite place to read?
Results from last month's poll: 96% At Home; 4% The Library; 0% Coffee Shop

This Month:

If you could only read one page of a book, would you read the first or the last page?
First page
Last page

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April 2024 calendar indicating that there are many events each day of the month.

Join us this month for a huge variety of programs for adults, teens, and kids.
Events Calendar

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Sensory Play Storytime

Painswick
Mon., May 6, 13 & 27 (11am-12pm)

Join us for an inclusive storytime supported by an accessible, multi-sensory environment that encourages movement and exploration of lights, colours, sounds, and textures.
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Game On! Nintendo Switch

Holly

Sun., May 5 (10am-12pm)

Drop in and play Switch games with friends and family. It is limited playing time, and first-come, first-served.
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Service Canada Dental Care Plan Clinic

Painswick
Wed., May 15 (10am-12pm)

Are you a senior with questions about the Canadian Dental Care Plan? Drop in and have them answered by a Service Canada Representative.
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Barrie Wellness Fair: Saturday, May 4
Join us at the Barrie Farmer’s Market (Barrie City Hall) on Saturday, May 4 from 9am to noon for this free community event!
 
Hosted by the Barrie Police Service, Barrie Public Library, and the Barrie Farmer's Market, come discover health and wellness resources in your community with demos, and interactive activities including giveaways.
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