BPL Job Fairs, National Indigenous History Month, Seniors' Month, Audiobook Month and more!
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What's Happening @ BPL: June 2022
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June is National Indigenous History Month
Every June, Canada celebrates National Indigenous History Month. While this is an opportunity to honour the rich and diverse cultures, voices, experiences and histories of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people, it is important to recognize how far Canada still has to go in repairing relationships with Indigenous nations.

This June, we encourage Canadians to take part in learning and educating themselves on the strength, contributions, and sacrifices of Indigenous Peoples.

Learn more about the Barrie Public Library’s celebration of National Indigenous History Month through a variety of programming and book lists.
Indigenous Storytime
Angelia Brooks, our EarlyON Indigenous Coordinator, has put together an online story time based on traditional stories and animals in Indigenous Culture.
Register
Young smiling woman with dark hair outside. Muckpaloo Ipeelie, Inuit cultural teacher and owner and operator of The Urban Inuit Identity Project.
Meet An Inuk
Discover the uniqueness of Inuit people and their distinct culture through story, language and craft, and learn how to speak 3 Inuit animal words in Inuktitut!
Learn More
Come prepared to listen and learn as knowledge keepers from the Barrie Native Friendship Centre lead Water Walks around Kempenfelt Bay. Learn about the life sustaining value of the water, and Indigenous traditions and practices that sustain our environment and nature.

Join us for hosted Shining Waters Nibi Walks on Saturdays from 10am-12pm: 

  • June 4: Start at the Sea Serpent at Heritage Park, finish at the Spirit Catcher
  • June 11: Start at the Spirit Catcher, finish at Centennial Beach
  • June 18: Start at Centennial Beach, finish at Southshore Centre
  • June 25: Start at Southshore Centre, finish at Minet’s Point Beach with a traditional feast to follow at the Kiwanis Pavilion *Registration required
Based on the Water Walks started by Ojibway Grandmother Josephine Mandamin, who has walked 20,000km around many North American lakes and rivers, the Water Walks are founded in the spirit of truth and reconciliation.
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We're Hiring! Photo of Painswick Branch bookshelves.
BPL Job Fairs: June 1 and 11
If you’ve ever wanted to work or volunteer for the library, now is your chance! The Barrie Public Library is growing and we are looking to fill several Page positions across our 3-branch system.

Learn more and apply in-person at our BPL Job Fairs:

Dates:      Wednesday, June 1, from 4 – 7pm
                 Saturday, June 11, from 10am – 1pm
Location:  Downtown Library, 60 Worsley Street

We will be offering on-the-spot interviews, as well as recruiting volunteers for positions at the Library and our Barrie Dragon Boat Festival.
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Celebrate Audiobook Month

June is a time to celebrate audiobooks! Whether you’re commuting, exercising, or doing chores, audiobooks are a great way to catch up on your favourite reads when you don’t have time to sit down to read a book. 

Access e-audiobooks through Hoopla, cloudLibrary, and AudioBookCloud.
Learn More

Book Covers:
June's Hot New Fiction
Place a hold on one of these hot new fiction titles being published in June! There's something for everyone, so you're sure to find an exciting new title to add to your TBR list.
Browse Now
Book Covers:
Pride Month
Check out this Young Adult list of books featuring LGBTQIA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual) characters or themes.
Browse Now

A senior man and woman sitting closely on the couch. The man is holding a laptop and they are both smiling at the screen. They are in their home.
Join us June 11 for our Seniors' Fair
June is Seniors' Month in Ontario! The 2022 theme is Stay Active, Connected, and Safe. Join us at Painswick and online for interesting and informative interviews and programs on a variety of topics. Discover featured speakers, connect with local resources, and celebrate your health and wellness.
Featured Programs:
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A group of 12 teenaged volunteers. They are outside by the Barrie Waterfront. Wearing Barrie Dragon Boat Festival tshirts, and standing in front of the Volunteer Tent.
Volunteer with the Barrie Dragon Boat Festival
We are currently recruiting volunteers for our 18th annual Barrie Dragon Boat Festival, taking place at Heritage Park on Saturday, August 20.  

Volunteers play an integral role in the success of our festival each year. With more than 15 volunteer positions to choose from and hundreds of hours to fill, there are roles for anyone and everyone - from support on the docks, to site set-up or ensuring our event is as safe as possible.

It's a great opportunity for students to earn Community Service hours; up to 20 volunteer hours can be completed in just one weekend!
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The future Holly Community Library Branch from the outside. A brown building with 4 windows and 2 doors. The windoes say
Holly Library Update
While we aren't ready to open our doors just yet, early summer is still our estimated timeline! We can't wait to welcome you to our newest library branch.
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Young family on couch playing video games. Little boy in middle holding controller, with parents on either side cheering for him. They are having fun.
Borrow Video Games
Did you know we have video games available to borrow? Our collection includes games for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, XBOX One, and more!
Browse Now

Barrie Public Library June 2022 Event Calendar.
Join us 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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Pride Month
Grab & Go Craft

All Branches
Sat., June 11 & onward

Pride is so much more than a festival or parade. Pride has a place in our history, communities & hearts. Come into the library and grab a pre-packaged craft kit to celebrate Pride Month!
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Popcorn on a table with a TV remote.
Friday Flicks
Painswick Branch
Fridays in June
Friday Flicks are back!! Come on out for a family movie night each Friday in June to watch a popular movie perfect for the whole family. Admission is free and you can bring your own refreshments.
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Family Search
Downtown Branch
Wed., June 22,
7-8pm

Family Search allows you to create your own family tree online. Learn tips and tricks for doing research on Family Search from the experts at the Barrie Family History Centre. 
Register

Information Barrie Logo.
Barrie Resources for Seniors
The Information Barrie Directory has many helpful resources for older adults.

Information Barrie staff will be at the BPL Seniors' Fair on June 11 from 10am-2pm at our Painswick Branch. We will also be at the Allandale 55+ Centre on June 6 from 10am-1pm, and the Parkview 55+ Centre on June 9 from 11am-3:30pm.

Drop by to say hello to our staff and to get some tips for searching our Information Barrie Directory!
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