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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260613
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SUMMARY:Curbside Giveaway Day!
DESCRIPTION:Rethink waste and extend the life of everyday objects!\n\nSaturday\, June 13\, 2026 | 8:00am–9:00pm\nSaturday\, September 19\, 2026 | 8:00am–9:00pm\n\n\n\nCurbside Giveaway Days take place twice per year in Barrie\, in the spring and in the fall. The event is a chance to give gently used\, unwanted items a second life and/or find new-to-you items others are giving away.\n\n\nIt’s like a garage sale but without the money exchange. Everything you place at the end of your driveway or lawn on the specified day is free for others to pick up. \nDetails: Curbside Giveaway Day \n\n\nWebsite URL\nhttps://www.barrie.ca/CircularEconomy
URL:https://livinggreenbarrie.com/event/curbside-giveaway-day/
CATEGORIES:Community,Event,Reduce Waste
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T140000
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SUMMARY:Pollinate Barrie Native Plant & Living Green Native Tree/Shrub Sale
DESCRIPTION:Join Living Green Barrie and Pollinate Barrie for our annual Native Plant\, Tree\, and Shrub Sale! \nPollinate Barrie has spent the winter sowing and nurturing a diverse selection of native plant species. This year’s sale will once again feature a pay-what-you-can model\, helping make native gardening more accessible to our community. \nLiving Green Barrie will also be opening our nursery\, featuring a thoughtfully curated selection of native trees and shrubs suited to our local climate. \nWhether you’re planting in a yard\, balcony\, schoolyard\, or community space\, it’s not too late to add meaningful greenery that supports biodiversity\, strengthens our urban canopy\, and creates habitat for pollinators and wildlife. Our online store will also be open for convenient browsing and pre-orders. \nNative plants play a vital role in restoring and maintaining healthy ecosystems. Because they are adapted to local growing conditions\, they are generally more resilient\, require fewer inputs\, and provide essential food and habitat for pollinators\, birds\, and other wildlife. \nThis event is more than a fundraiser—it’s an opportunity to learn\, connect\, and take action. Along with plants\, attendees can access practical information and resources to help create healthier gardens and greener communities. Proceeds from the sale directly support local environmental initiatives and community programming. \nPayment options include cash\, e-transfer\, or credit card through our online store.
URL:https://livinggreenbarrie.com/event/pollinate-barrie-annual-native-plant-sale/
LOCATION:St. George’s Anglican Church\, 9 Granville Street\, Barrie\, Ontario\, L4N 3K1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Native Plant Sale,Native Trees & Shrubs
ORGANIZER;CN="Living Green Barrie":MAILTO:info@livinggreen.info
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190916Z
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SUMMARY:Third Annual Bicycle Poker Ride!
DESCRIPTION:Annual Barrie Bicycle Poker Ride\nJune 20\, 2026\nRegister Today: $40.00/team of 4 (or family) \nWrap Up Celebration @ \nTiff’s Restaurant from 3:00pm-5:00pm \nJune is Bike Month—a province-wide celebration of cycling from June 1 to 30—and Living Green Barrie is once again teaming up with Firebird Community Cycle to bring you the Third Annual Barrie Bicycle Poker Ride. This family-friendly\, self-directed ride invites you to explore Barrie on two wheels\, support local businesses\, and celebrate active transportation—all while having a blast with your crew. \n🚲 Pedal\, Explore & Advocate \nRegister Here \nEvery June\, Barrie comes alive on wheels with the Bicycle Poker Ride\, co-hosted by Living Green Barrie and Firebird Community Cycle. This event blends fun\, community\, and advocacy to promote cycling and active transportation in the city. \nWhat Is the Bike Poker Ride? \n\nIt’s a self-directed\, non-competitive ride: you start anytime after 9am (leave enough time to build a good hand before 3pm) and visit participating businesses or stops to collect playing cards.\n\nThe goal is to build your best poker hand — but more importantly\, it’s about exploring Barrie\, supporting local shops\, and enjoying active transportation.\n\nThe ride wraps up at 3:00pm with a celebration and prize ceremony at Tiff’s\n\nWe welcome all kinds of two-wheeled riders: bicycles\, e-bikes\, and even e-scooters.\nLIST OF STOPS MAP\n\n📝 What to Know If You Plan to Ride \nHere are some tips and reminders to get the most out of the Poker Ride (and to help you feel confident): \n\nWear a helmet (always!).\n\nChoose a comfortable route and pace — it’s not a race.\n\nUse bike lights or reflective gear if needed.\n\nBring repair basics (spare tube\, pump\, multitool).\nStay hydrated and bring snacks.\n\nRide in pairs or teams — it’s more fun and safer.\n\nReview the stops list in advance to plot a route that matches your fitness and time.\n\nBe comfortable riding in traffic; follow the rules of the road.\n\nWhether you’re on a bike\, e-bike\, or e-scooter\, all two-wheeled riders are welcome. The ride takes place on city streets\, so participants should be comfortable riding in traffic. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nParticipating businesses will be announced closer to the event. \nTeam Captains will get details via email.
URL:https://livinggreenbarrie.com/event/third-annual-bicycle-poker-ride/
LOCATION:Tiff’s Restaurant\, 29 Anne St S\, Barrie\, ON\, L4N 2C6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260622T173000
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SUMMARY:ECO-FAIR Hosted by Polllinate Barrie
DESCRIPTION:Second Annual Pollinate Barrie Eco-Fair\nJune 22nd \n5:30 pm- 8:00pm \nBarrie Public Library- Downtown Branch \n \nJoin Pollinate Barrie to learn from and talk to local environmental organizations dedicated to \ngreen living and pollinator well-being. \nGuest Speakers will include: \nJunaid Shahzad Khan \nJunaid Shahzad Khan is a Muslim-Canadian from the Indus Valley\, from the region that is now Pakistan. Junaid has worked as an ecologist for over 12 years\, on issues of invasive species\, plastic pollution\, habitat revitalization\, insect conservation\, and bird education. Over the past four years\, Junaid has committed himself to the understanding of ecologies within Indigenous cultures. Join Junaid Shahzad Khan for a talk about our native pollinator species\, their lifecycles\, identification features\, and the best ways we can support them within urban environments. You can expect to learn about specialized relationships between native plants and native pollinators\, as well as gardening tips for your own pollinator habitat enhancement! \nDr. Kathleen Patnode – Xerces Society \nDr. Patnode is an ecologist who has spent over 30 years working on preventing and reducing pollution’s effects on aquatic and terrestrial wildlife. She has designed habitat for insects\, amphibians\, reptiles\, birds\, mammals and the native plants that support them on over 1000 acres from backyards to mountain ridges. She continues to create and improve habitat on her own properties and enjoys sharing her methods with others. Join Dr Patnode for a talk about moths\, who take the not-so-flashy\, pollinator night shift. Learn about their huge diversity\, their fascinating lives\, and their habitat needs. You will understand why they are so much more effective than butterflies at pollinating and critical to sustaining wildlife.
URL:https://livinggreenbarrie.com/event/eco-fair-hosted-by-polllinate-barrie/
LOCATION:Barrie Public Library – Downtown\, 60 Worsley St.\, Barrie\, Ontario\, L4M 1L6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Event,Native Plants,Native Trees & Shrubs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260711T100000
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SUMMARY:North Simcoe Eco Exchange
DESCRIPTION:July 11: North Simcoe Eco Exchange\nThe inaugural NSEE\, featuring more than 17 local community organizations\, live music\, kids’ activities and crafts\, presentations and panel speakers\, and nature walks\, as well as free BBQ. \n→ Coldwater Museum\, 1474 Woodrow Rd.\, Severn | July 11th @ 10am | More Info
URL:https://livinggreenbarrie.com/event/north-simcoe-eco-exchange/
LOCATION:Coldwater Museum\, 1474 Woodrow Rd.\, Coldwater\, Ontario\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260718T130000
DTSTAMP:20260327T141228Z
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SUMMARY:Repair Cafe July18 2026
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a broken item at home that needs a repair? Bring it to the Repair Café and learn how to repair it alongside our Fixers! \n\nDATE: Sat. July 18\, 2026\,\nTIME: 10am–1pm\nLOCATION: BPL Downtown Branch\n\nRegistration Opens Spring 2026\n\n\n\n\n\n\n What’s a Repair Café?  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAt the Repair Café\, one of our handy volunteers will help you fix your broken item. The main goal of the Repair Café is to facilitate community collaboration and to kindle people’s enthusiasm for a sustainable society. Learn a new skill\, save money\, and help the environment. Don’t replace it\, repair it! \nVisit the official BPL RepairCafé.org webpage. \n\nRegistration: Opens Spring 2026\nThe Repair Café runs from 10am-1pm. Register for one of the two available registration windows: 10-11:30 or 11:30-1. \nClick HERE Link to register coming spring 2026 to register for the first window\, 10:00-11:30. \nIf you prefer to register for the second window 11:30-1:00 Click HERE Link to register coming spring 2026 \n\nGood to know:\n\nA volunteer fixer will help you fix your item sometime during the registration window. While you wait\, watch other repairs and learn something new\, chat with community members who are interested in fixing and sustainability\, watch a demo\, or browse our book table and find your next read.\nFixers are volunteers. Repairs are not guaranteed\, but Fixers do their best. If you know your repair requires parts\, please bring those parts. Fixers have all the basic tools.\nWhat can be fixed? This depends on the skill set of our volunteers. Our current volunteer Fixers are great with electrical (lamps\, wiring\, etc.) We do not fix electronics (cell phones\, laptops\, etc.). Tell us a bit about your item when you register\, we will follow up with you if we need more information or to suggest any parts you might need to bring.\nThis is a learning opportunity for all involved. This is not a drop-off event. We encourage visitors to sit with the Fixer\, learn about what they’re doing\, and lend a hand. It’s about figuring it out\, together.\n\nThis program is offered in partnership with Living Green Barrie\, Firebird Community Cycle and BRIX Makerspace. \nARE YOU HANDY?  WE NEED FIXERS! \nRepair Cafés – Volunteer Fixers \nWe partner with the Barrie Public Library and other community organizations to host Repair Cafés and we’re always looking for volunteer fixers. \nFixers are people who enjoy troubleshooting and repairing household items\, helping others learn basic repair and who want to reduce waste and promote reuse. \nItems often include basic electrical (lamps\, wiring\, etc. small appliances (e.g. toasters)\, clothing\, and bikes\, general repairs. \nThe focus is on sharing skills and empowering visitors\, not just fixing things for them. \nWe do not fix electronics (cell phones\, laptops\, etc.)
URL:https://livinggreenbarrie.com/event/repair-cafe-april-18-2026-2/
LOCATION:Barrie Public Library – Downtown\, 60 Worsley St.\, Barrie\, Ontario\, L4M 1L6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Reduce Waste
ORGANIZER;CN="Living Green Barrie":MAILTO:info@livinggreen.info
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260912T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260429T203246Z
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SUMMARY:Maada'ookii Harvest Share
DESCRIPTION:Living Green Barrie in partnership with the Barrie Native Friendship Centre are proud to host the Maada’ookii Harvest Share\, a community event celebrating abundance\, learning\, and sharing. \n \nHarvest Share will bring the community together around food—how we grow it\, how we use it\, and how we can waste less of it. The event will focus on practical ideas for reducing food waste\, eating more plant-forward meals\, and understanding local food security challenges. \nCommunity members will be invited to share surplus homegrown produce (fruits and vegetables)\, between 10 am and 2 pm.   \nThe event will include a series of informal\, drop-in information sessions/presentations starting at 10:30 am throughout the day\, developed in collaboration with community partners. These sessions will provide practical insights and resources for everyday action. \nWe’re still working with our partners to finalize the details and add a few special touches—but we promise it will be worth the wait! \nSave the Date: Saturday Sept 12 \nStart Time: 10:00 am \nCheck back in July/August for full event details \nmiigwech. thank you. \nUpdated Jan 29
URL:https://livinggreenbarrie.com/event/harvest-share/
CATEGORIES:Harvest Share,Reduce Waste
ORGANIZER;CN="Living Green Barrie":MAILTO:info@livinggreen.info
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260926T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260926T000000
DTSTAMP:20260122T234025Z
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SUMMARY:Gala in the Woods 2026!
DESCRIPTION:Gala in the Woods is back!\nCurious about the new elements and unexpected moments we’re preparing for our guests? \nSave the Date! Gala in the Woods returns in 2026\, inviting you to wander off the beaten path for an evening of enchantment under the trees. Expect forest magic\, joyful surprises\, and a celebration that feels equal parts playful and purposeful. Mark your calendar now—this is one night you won’t want to miss. More details coming soon. \nAn Evening Worth the WaitGala in the Woods is more than a gala—it’s an experience. Set beneath the trees\, the evening blends natural beauty with thoughtful elegance\, inviting guests to slow down\, connect\, and celebrate in a truly memorable setting. From inspired details to a few unexpected moments\, each element is designed to delight while supporting Living Green Barrie’s mission. Mark your calendar now and stay tuned—more details\, surprises\, and ticket information will be revealed Spring/Summer 2026. \nSaturday September 26th set in Springwater Park- \nTime TBD we are thinking about making some changes. \nClick Here to check out Gala 2025 details \nAs always\, Gala in the Woods will be a low-waste event—our goal: zero! Join us as we show how an elegant evening can also be kind to the planet\, proving that sophistication and sustainability go hand in hand.
URL:https://livinggreenbarrie.com/event/gala-in-the-woods-2026/
LOCATION:Springwater Park\, 1331 ON-26\, Midhurst\,\, Ontario\, L0L 1X0\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Living Green Barrie":MAILTO:info@livinggreen.info
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261024T120000
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SUMMARY:Halloween Community Tree Planting Event.
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a frightfully fun morning and plant some boo-tiful trees while having a fang-tastic time! \nREGISTRATION OPENS FALL 2026\nYou are invited to the Living Green 2026 Halloween Community Tree Planting! \nHelp us reach our goal of planting #10000treesforBarrie! \nDress in your Halloween costume for a chance to win a prize! \n10:00am-noon  \nLocation to be confirmed \nLearn how to properly plant and care for trees (native species) so they will grow to maturity. \nSnacks and warm/cold drinks will be available to all volunteers. \nPlease bring your reusable water bottle and wear long pants\, sturdy\, closed-toed footwear and dress for the weather.  Bring garden gloves if you have them. \nThis event is free. Donations are welcome. \nREGISTRATION OPENS FALL 2026
URL:https://livinggreenbarrie.com/event/halloween-community-tree-planting-event-october-24-2026/
LOCATION:Pringle Park\, 30 Pringle Drive\, Barrie\, ON\, L4N 0N9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Tree Planting
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