Around Town

Things to do, eat, cheer and dance around about.

Art Club Gala

Vincent van Gogh Would Love This BAC 75th Party

You know, art and community go together like cocktails and jazz—case in point, the Barrie Art Club (BAC). For 75 years, this gem has been dazzling us with its vibrant colour palette of creativity and camaraderie. Picture it: Barrie, 1949. A group of enthusiasts—none of them quite van Gogh, though I wouldn’t rule out shared […]

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Wine and books meetup

An Evening of Local Wine and Insights Awaits You in Barrie

If you think community meetups are just an excuse for small talk and awkward name tags, let me sarcastically remind you: Barrie, we’re a bit more sophisticated than that. Especially when wine is involved. Let me set the scene: it’s March 26, 2025, 6:00 PM—mark the date, because it’s not just any Wednesday evening. This

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MMA

Is Pro-Am MMA More Intense Than Junior Hockey? Find Out!

Barrie is gearing up for a historic moment — the kind that leaves a lasting imprint on the city’s identity. On May 9, 2025, the Sadlon Arena will transform into the epicentre of adrenaline and athleticism as it hosts OFF1: First Strike, Barrie’s first-ever pro-am mixed martial arts (MMA) event. The charm of Barrie has

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Bowl for Kids Sake

TD and Barrie Unite for Youth at Bowl for Kids’ Sake

You know, there’s something unshakably charming about community events that combine good-hearted mischief with a big dose of meaningful purpose. Enter Bowl for Kids’ Sake 2025—a little chaos with a lot of heart—and all of it happening right here in Barrie! It’s like our annual permission slip to embrace ridiculous costumes and gutter balls for

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Daniel Shaw

Elmvale’s Best Export? Canada’s Funniest Guy!

If laughter is the best medicine, Daniel Shaw might just be Canada’s very own prescription-strength cure. His journey from Elmvale kid to comedy kingpin isn’t your usual rags-to-riches tale; it’s more like a “giggles-to-greatness” saga – with a few splash pants moments thrown in for flair. Born and raised in Allenwood Beach, Shaw credits those

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