The Roofer Chat

The Roofer Chat

And now, it’s time for the Roofer Chat from JN Roofing and Contracting!” What is the Roofer Chat you’re wondering? Great question! JN Roofing has joined forces with the Corus Barrie radio stations Fresh Radio 93.1 and Big 101 to bring what we are pretty sure is...
Christmas Trees

Christmas Trees

In this ode to the tree, I’m sharing two of my favourite Christmas trees today! Many families enjoy cutting a tree themselves for Christmas, and there are a few places where you can still do that in the Barrie area. However, most people shop for ready-cut trees, just...
Barrie’s Landmarks!

Barrie’s Landmarks!

If you’re a newer resident of the City, chances are you’ve seen a few City of Barrie landmarks. We’re fortunate to host one of Canada’s largest Artisan Markets with our Kempenfest Celebration each summer. More than that, Barrie is known as a city that ‘curates the...
The “Barrie Bucket”

The “Barrie Bucket”

Ok, let’s talk old again.  We’ve written about old homes and an old downtown bar, so let’s talk about another old place no one ever really wanted to visit…Barrie Jail. The ‘Barrie Bucket’ Courtesy of The Simcoe County Archives The Barrie Gaol as it was...
Pests in the Attic

Pests in the Attic

My Mom called just the other day, and as we chatted I learned that she has squirrels in her attic.  Now, often as not, she’d be likely to use her Irish wit and say: ‘Now, not bats in my belfry-squirrels in the attic.  I want to be clear on that.’ Summer Friends Photos...