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Barrie Public Library

Site: Barrie - 60 Worsley St

Service: Downtown Branch

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Record #: BAR4024
Last Modified: 11 Jan 2024
Last Full Update: 04 Jan 2024

Contacts

Public Comments For bus routes near the Downtown branch, see Route 100, Transit Schedules & Maps for more information.
Office Phone 705-728-1010
Fax 705-728-4322
E-Mail AskUs@barrielibrary.ca
Website www.barrielibrary.ca/
Social Media Facebook Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/barriepubliclibrary
Twitter Twitter: https://twitter.com/BPL_inthecity
YouTube YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/barrielibrary
Primary Contact Luke McKee, Manager, Downtown Library and Virtual Services; Email: luke.mckee@barrielibrary.ca
Alternate Contact Sandra Sydor, Manager, Community Engagement; Email: sandra.sydor@barrielibrary.ca
Volunteer Coordinator Emily Fleming, Coordinator, Volunteer Resources; Email: emily.fleming@barrielibrary.ca
Primary Executive Alison Schroeder, Director, Customer Experience; Email: alison.schroeder@barrielibrary.ca

Addresses

Address & Map
60 Worsley St
Barrie, ON
Canada L4M 1L6
Intersection Owen St and Worsley St
Mailing Address 60 Worsley St 
Barrie, ON 
Canada L4M 1L6
Physical Access Fully Accessible

Description

Description (Service)
Provides informational, recreational and cultural resources for all ages

Resources/Services include:
  • books, magazines, compact discs, newspapers, DVDs, Electronic books, downloadable resources, public computers, wireless internet, wireless printing, and Maker Space
  • online databases through the library website with a library membership. Including online tutoring for elementary to post secondary students in a variety of subjects
  • multilingual and language learning materials and resources
  • public computers with Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and internet access. All computers have assistive technology
  • group study rooms and rentable meeting rooms, see separate record
  • accessible material includes Talking Book Service, Large Print Book Collection, and CELA materials available
  • specialized unit which magnifies print material for the visually impaired
  • mobility devices may be available for use in the library
  • Visiting Library Service available to individuals who cannot visit the library in person
  • local history collection, including local newspapers on Microfilm/fiche, Births/Deaths/Marriages indexes, microfilm/fiche reader/printers at Downtown Branch
  • library of things including musical instruments, sports equipment, games and learning tools
  • library collection of the Ontario Genealogical Society, Simcoe County Branch at Downtown Branch
  • programming and events for children, teens and adults. See the events calendar
  • library visits and tours
Information Barrie
  • operates as a community information and referral service
  • maintains the Information Barrie Community Directory of community organizations/services including non-profit agencies, government offices, health services, clubs and special interest organizations, daycare services and support groups in the Barrie area
  • maintains a Volunteer Database which connects volunteers with local volunteer opportunities
  • Directory and Volunteer Database are free to use and continuously updated. Both are available through the library website, see separate record
Annual Barrie Dragon Boat Festival
  • held in August and involves Dragon boat races and land-based activities
  • the Festival is in support of Barrie Public Library plus other local charities
Chief Executive Officer is Lauren Jessop, lauren.jessop@barrielibrary.ca
Volunteer Description Volunteers needed for various positions including Café Customer Service Clerk

Volunteer Application Forms are available on website: https://www.barrielibrary.ca/about-bpl/volunteering. Volunteer positions require a police check.

Service Details

Legal Status (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity
Hours
Areas Served Barrie ; Oro-Medonte
Eligibility See eligibility criteria on website: www.barrielibrary.ca/about-bpl/get-a-card
Application
  • Apply in person or online for a library card, see Get a Library Card
  • for all memberships, current name and address identification must be provided
  • additional identification may be required for some membership types
Languages French - Publications, Interpretation, depending on availability of staff
Fees None. Can join for a fee if outside of the eligibility criteria for a free membership

Fees may apply for creative space materials

Subjects

Service Categories Children's Library Services ; Early Literacy Development Programs ; Foreign Language Collections ; Genealogical Collections ; High Interest/Low Vocabulary Collections ; Home Library Services ; Homework Help Programs ; Large Print Materials/Collections ; Library Audiovisual Services ~ Visual Impairments ; Maps ; Public Access Computers/Tools ; Public Internet Access Sites ; Public Libraries ; Youth Enrichment Programs
Every effort is made to ensure that the information in this directory is accurate, up-to-date and comprehensive. However, Information Barrie cannot assume liability resulting from errors or omissions. Inclusion or omission of a program or service is not a comment on its quality.