For the last week of Summer, it certainly feels like Fall! Sounds like a perfect weekend to put on a sweater and enjoy some of the special places Barrie has to offer.
This Sunday will be the second Doors Open Barrie event. There are 13 area buildings opening their doors to curious visitors this year, including some businesses occupying homes dating back to the 1800s. Visit this page for a list, and click on each name to see a picture of the building. There will also be a number of historical walking tours, which promise to be fascinating. You must register in advance for the tours by clicking here.
To coincide with this event, the MacLaren Art Gallery is hosting Carnegie Days - a four-days arts festival for all ages. 
Andrew Carnegie was known as the "Patron Saint of Libraries" for donating funds to build more than 2,500 libraries around the world - 125 of them in Canada, including the Barrie Carnegie Library (photo at right, from here) which is now home to the MacLaren. The festival honours this history with a variety of events meshing the worlds of books and art. Click here for the schedule.
Andrew Carnegie was known as the "Patron Saint of Libraries" for donating funds to build more than 2,500 libraries around the world - 125 of them in Canada, including the Barrie Carnegie Library (photo at right, from here) which is now home to the MacLaren. The festival honours this history with a variety of events meshing the worlds of books and art. Click here for the schedule.Another event celebrating the region's history is the Nine Mile Portage Heritage Festival. It kicks off at Heritage Park with a reenactment of the War of 1812 battle on Kempenfelt Bay and the landing of historic boats and canoes. There is also a guided walk along the Nine Mile Trail, a horse-drawn wagon ride, and a variety of activities at Historic Fort Willow.
While we're on the subject of history, you can also head up to the Simcoe County Museum, where they will be holding the annual Quilt, Rug and Craft Fair. "Beautiful quilting, embroidery, spinning, handweaving, and rug hooking will be on display by the guild members who handcrafted them. Discover new skills at one of our hands-on demonstrations, talk to the experts and get advice, or simply shop for a unique gift." Show hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday. Admission cost is $4 per person, per day. - Caleigh
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