We are excited to announce a small but important change aimed at reducing our environmental footprint. With sustainability in mind, we will no longer provide plastic bags for carrying books, movies, and other materials. Once our current supply of plastic bags is depleted, we will transition to a “bring your own bag” policy. Please note: To support our green initiative, we will no longer accept donations of plastic bags or any other types of bags. We encourage everyone to join the “green movement” now and bring Continue Reading...
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Discover the rich, diverse history of Windsor-Essex at the Windsor Public Library’s Local History Branch, located at 3312 Sandwich Street. Whether you’re researching your family roots or exploring local milestones, our collection includes: *The Windsor Star archives *School yearbooks and local periodicals *Genealogy resources and census records *Access to specialized digital databases Watch our video for a behind-the-scenes look at our space and resources. Our knowledgeable team is here Monday to Saturday to help with your research or curiosity about the past. Visit our Local History Continue Reading...
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On May 1, 2025, we will be reducing the number of monthly checkouts available through our Hoopla service from 15 to 5. These changes, which have already happened at many other libraries, will help ensure that the Windsor Public Library (WPL) can continue to provide equitable access to this popular platform and other resources while managing rising costs. Why Are We Making This Change? We understand that Hoopla is a favorite service for many of our patrons, and we want to continue offering it for everyone. Continue Reading...
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Digital magazines are now available in the CloudLibrary App! Looking for digital magazines? They’ve joined our ebooks and eAudiobooks in the CloudLibrary app! CloudLibrary Newsstand offers over 7500 titles in 60 languages, including customer favourites like Time, the New Yorker, National Geographic, and HGTV. Access is unlimited, and all issues are available on demand. If you’re already using the CloudLibrary App, no action is required on your end. When you open the App you’ll see a button for magazines. If you’re new to CloudLibrary, you can Continue Reading...
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Our new Events Calendar is now online and growing. Check out the new calendar to see the tremendous programs and activities available for all ages. An online room booking service will be available soon, but until that’s ready, please continue to reach out and have one of our staff walk you through the process for now....
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The Windsor Public Library is ready to expand service and take the guesswork out of operating hours in 2025. Beginning this Sunday, January 5, 2025, nine branches will be open seven days a week, and hours of operation will be standardized across the board. Only the Local History branch will be unavailable on Sundays. “We’re making access to the great services our library system provides a seven-day-a-week opportunity”, said Library Board Chair Mark McKenzie. “We know families need books, computers, and programming all week long, and Continue Reading...
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For many, the Family Day weekend kicks off Friday, February 14th, as it is a PA day from school. Visit your local library branch to fill the time with fun and activities. Our event calendar has programs to look forward to and of course, all the books, movies, and more are there too. All branches are open Friday and Saturday from 10 am to 6 pm, closed Sunday, and then Central, Riverside and Budimir reopen Monday from 9 am to 5pm. All other branches reopen with Continue Reading...
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The elevator at the John Muir Branch is temporarily out of service. Once repairs have been made, we will update this notice. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause....
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In celebration of Victoria Day, all Windsor Public Library Branches will be closed on Sunday, May 18, and Monday, May 19, 2025. Plan ahead and sign out any print publications you need in advance; of course, you can visit us for all your digital needs online, anytime, at windsorpubliclibrary.com. We’ll return to business as usual on Tuesday, May 20, and look forward to seeing you. Wishing you a safe and happy Victoria Day long weekend!...
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Please note the upcoming changes to regular hours of operation as Windsor Public Libraries observe the Easter Holidays. Friday, April 18 | Sunday, April 20 | Monday, April 21: All branches will be closed. Saturday, April 19: The Central branch will be open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. All other branches will be closed. We appreciate your understanding as we support the Easter holiday. Don’t forget — WPL is always open online at windsorpubliclibrary.com....
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Spring is officially here — and you know what that means: it’s time to dig in (literally). Our Seed Library returns Tuesday, April 8, and it’s blooming with possibilities for green thumbs and curious beginners alike. Swing by one of the participating branches and pick up to 5 free packages of seeds — including flowers, veggies, fruits, and herbs. Participating locations: • Budimir • Chisholm • Forest Glade • Riverside Need more information? Give us a call at 519-255-6770 x3310....
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A short-term closure for construction at the Riverside Branch is over and patrons are once again welcome inside. The branch will be open from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM today. The Riverside Branch is having air conditioning work done in preparation for the summer months, so there may be some noise while work is completed. The final work is expected to take approximately two weeks and began March 24. We appreciate your understanding and patience during this time....
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