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Lyrica Chamber Choir bringing 'sacred compositions' to Barrie church
2+ hour, 23+ min ago (121+ words) Lyrica Chamber Choir bringing 'sacred compositions' to Barrie church'BarrieToday.com Lyrica Chamber Choir bringing 'sacred compositions' to Barrie church The concert will highlight sacred compositions by Canadian composers, including Eleanor Daley's well-known Requiem, rich in its emotional depth and lyrical…...
Indoor family fun hops into Bradford Greenhouses with Bounce Bonanza
8+ hour, 50+ min ago (219+ words) Presented by Bradford Greenhouses Garden Gallery " Springwater and Moonwalk Entertainment, Bounce Bonanza transforms the greenhouse into a lively indoor play zone packed with attractions designed for children and families to enjoy together. Each day will also feature a Sensory Hour…...
Libraries urge residents to defend right to read amid rise in censorship
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (1338+ words) Freedom to Read Week may have come and gone, but local library officials are urging residents to keep the momentum going by standing up for challenged titles and staying engaged in the growing fight over what belongs on public shelves....
Barrie's 'antiquated' adult entertainment bylaw getting another peek
4+ day, 6+ hour ago (599+ words) No more dancing around Barrie's burlesque issue. Councillors passed a motion last night to have staff review the city's adult entertainment bylaw and investigate ways to include burlesque performances. As it's currently interpreted, the bylaw treats burlesque and similar performances…...
Watchmen, Bahamas and Road Hammers to headline Troubadour Festival
6+ day, 20+ hour ago (574+ words) The Downtown Barrie BIA has announced the lineup and a new name for this year's Troubadour Festival Summer Concert Series at Meridian Place. The group announced Monday evening'that Paul Sadlon Motors has joined as the presenting sponsor of the Troubadour…...
REVIEW: Acclaimed trio delivers night of virtuosity, humour
1+ week, 5+ day ago (583+ words) The following was submitted'by Sandra Ruttan, who's a local musician and music teacher. In the dead of winter music still blooms! On Saturday night at Hiway Church, the Barrie Concert Association offered the Barrie community A Musical Bouquet, a concert…...
'Not stripping': Burlesque could be part of Barrie's adult entertainment bylaw
1+ week, 6+ day ago (623+ words) No more dancing around burlesque performances when it comes to Barrie's adult entertainment bylaw? City council'could ask staff Wednesday to investigate an amendment to the bylaw that includes provisions for burlesque performances. As it is currently interpreted, the bylaw treats…...
Barrie Airshow, Family Fright Fest land provincial accolades
2+ week, 2+ day ago (297+ words) Barrie Airshow, Family Fright Fest earn provincial accolades'BarrieToday.com Barrie Airshow, Family Fright Fest land provincial accolades "This is a significant achievement for the City of Barrie, and I want to extend my congratulations to our recreation and culture team…...
World premiere of solo show anchors multicultural theatre weekend
2+ week, 5+ day ago (620+ words) Admission to all events of the weekend is free of charge. The anchor of the weekend will be the world premiere of The Sermon, written and performed by Kyle Brown. This solo performance in development follows the life of an…...
Laundromats putting new spin on art gallery scene
3+ week, 19+ hour ago (749+ words) In Toronto's art world, emerging artists can struggle to get their work placed in galleries, which often require significant experience, status or financial capital. But now two unusual venues have been operating as galleries that are affordable and accessible " and…...