COVID Update, Top Books of 2021, Hot New Fiction, Family Literacy Day and more!
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What's Happening @ BPL: January 2022
[First Name], check out what's happening in the library this month!

With the rise in COVID-19 case numbers, our in-person programming has been modified and will now be held as online Zoom programs. 

The following programs have unfortunately been cancelled until in-person programs can return:

  • Craft Meetup
  • Toddler Time
  • French Connexion

Our buildings remain open for browsing, borrowing, and computer use; we ask that you limit your length of stay at the library to 60 minutes or less. Computer use will also be limited to a maximum of 60 minutes.

Print Your Vaccination Receipt For Free
Need to print your vaccination receipt? You can do that for free at either location! Please note, we are not able to provide lamination. 

Rapid Antigen Tests NOT available at BPL
The Ministry of Health has shared that the broad distribution of COVID-19 Rapid Tests through all libraries is NOT planned. At this time, there are only two library in select higher-risk areas of the province that are identified (Ottawa and Peterborough). As such, we do NOT have rapid tests to distribution to the public. 

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Pick Up Your Items Safely at BPL
If you're looking for a low-contact way to borrow your items from us, then Express Pick-Up is for you! This service is available at the curb for a safe, convenient and worry-free way to pick up your Library materials.
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Get Fixing with BPL's Repair-a-Thon!
Do you have a pair of jeans that need to be patched up or hemmed? Learn how to fix various items around the house, or use them to create something new! 

We have a variety of Repair-a-Thon programs all month long to teach you some new, helpful skills!
Browse Programs
Family Literacy Day is January 27
Family Literacy Day takes place on January 27 each year, raising awareness of the importance of reading and engaging in other literacy-related activities as a family.

This year, ABC Life Literacy Canada is encouraging families to engage in "Learning in the Great Outdoors" in 2022.

Make your outdoor time fun family learning time! Get outside and exercise both your mind and body.
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Read 2021's Hottest Books!
When you reminisce on 2021, what do you remember? As book lovers, we like to look back and see what books were your favourites of the year! 

We've crunched the numbers and created many Top 10 of 2021 lists to inspire your next great book, movie, magazine, or even video game!

Take a look and place your holds today!
Browse the Lists

Hot New Fiction
Place a hold on one of these hot new fiction titles being published in January!
Browse Now
Celebrate Multicultural Children’s Book Day
Join us on January 29 and read a book from a different culture!
Get Reading

New Year, New You!
We've started a new year, which means that many of you are likely thinking about some resolutions and things you'd like to work on in 2022! Sometimes it can be hard to commit to these, or you may feel that you don't have the resources to help you reach your goals. That's where we come in!

The Barrie Public Library offers Linkedin Learning for FREE for all library members! You can find thousands of helpful courses. Whether you're thinking about becoming a photographer, starting a new business, or learning a new skill, you can find it all on Linkedin Learning!
Learn More

Join us online this month for a huge variety of programs for adults, teens and kids. Check out some of the highlights below.
Events Calendar
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Zoom Storytime
Online
Multiple Dates
10-10:30am
Join us online for songs, rhymes, activities, and lots of early literacy fun!
Register
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Voices at Word Up Barrie
Online
Thursday, January 13
7-9pm

Join us for an evening of authors, poets and spoken-word artists. Hear the work of professionals and amateurs, and take the mic to share your own work from the comfort of your home through Zoom.

Register
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Ready, Set, Math!

Online
Mondays
4-5pm

Register for this fun online activity-based program. Children will complete virtual challenges using basic math skills. This is intended to develop numeracy and patterning skills. Recommended for Grades K-2.
Register

https://infobarrie.cioc.ca/
Information Barrie Directory
Are you looking for a job? Visit our Community Directory to learn about the Employment Ontario Centres in the Barrie area.

Employment Ontario resources and services include: 

  • Resumé and cover letter development
  • Computers and internet access
  • Job Fair Information
  • Access to local job postings
  • Preparing and practicing for interviews
  • Access to a variety of career development-related workshops
  • Business Directories
  • Occupational Information

Government-funded Employment Ontario Centres help people looking for work get needed training, skills and experience and connect them with employers looking for workers.

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