Category Archive for "Announcements" | Windsor Public Library

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Posted in: September 24, 2023 by Sue Perry | No comments

September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada. All branches of Windsor Public Library will be closed, but displays of Indigenous content and resources will be featured at all branches and online at the Digital Branch throughout the week. Also please check windsorpubliclibrary.com for additional information and resources. Please note: Central, Budimir and Riverside branches will be open 1-5 on Sunday, October 1. For more information about these programs,...

ACCOUNT ISSUES WITH CATALOGUE AND WPL APP

Posted in: September 7, 2023 by madeinwindsor | No comments

Issues with our public catalogue and WPL app have been resolved. You should now be able to log into your account, place holds and see accurate item information. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused....

Pop Up Libraries Coming this Summer!

Posted in: July 10, 2023 by madeinwindsor | No comments

We’re excited to announce pop-up libraries in a couple of Ward 9 parks during the warmer months! We’ll be at Captain John Wilson (Thursday mornings) and Walker Homesite Park (Monday evenings) every three weeks with all sorts of fun library activities! Come take a break in our tent, enjoy free Wifi, charge your device, make a library card or craft, and learn more about our resources. Captain John Wilson Park...

Summer Reading Program Kicks off on July 8th

Posted in: June 30, 2023 by Leisa | No comments

Windsor Public Library is once again offering a full summer of fun and activities planned for children – and they are all free of charge! The fun officially kicks off on Saturday, July 8, 2023 from 1 pm to 3 pm at the Chisholm Branch of Windsor Public Library (1075 Ypres). There will be games, crafts, face painting, cake and more to get children excited to read all summer long....

NOTICE TO WINDSOR PUBLIC LIBRARY CUSTOMERS

Posted in: May 10, 2023 by Windsor Public Library Library | 9 comments

Please be aware that we have received numerous reports of scammers purporting to represent Windsor Public Library promoting services requiring payment. Please be aware that The Windsor Public Library Board does not directly solicit payment for services or donations. The Windsor Police Service has been notified and is investigating. Any jobs at the Windsor Public Library would be posted on the City of Windsor website, at this link: https://www.citywindsor.ca/cityhall/Employment-Opportunities/Pages/Current-Job-Postings.aspx...

WPL IS MORE THAN BOOKS!

Posted in: March 28, 2023 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

Windsor Public Library sure doesn’t stand in the way of true love – particularly when a long road trip is involved. Who can say ‘nay’ when Archie, a beautiful and very rare Dutch Cremello, stopped by Central Branch in downtown Windsor the other day. Archie and his family were en route from Toronto to South Carolina to hook up with his girlfriend when they needed some assistance – and of...

WINDSOR PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD APPOINTMENTS

Posted in: February 22, 2023 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

The first meeting of the 2023-2026 Windsor Public Library Board took place Tuesday, February 21 at John Muir Branch in West Windsor. Following nominations, Ward 4 Councillor Mark McKenzie was acclaimed as chairperson and Ward 9 Councillor, Kieran Mckenzie, was acclaimed as Vice-Chairperson. WINDSOR PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2023-2026 City of Windsor Representatives Councillor Renaldo Agostino Councillor Kieran McKenzie Councillor Mark McKenzie Community Representatives Nicole Daignault Massimo De Menech...

Windsor Public Library Participates in Letter To An Elder Day Campaign

Posted in: February 9, 2023 by Jodie | No comments

An organization called Love For Our Elders was founded in 2013 by a young man named Jacob in memory of his grandpa. After his grandpa passed, Jacob began to volunteer at his local senior living community. During this time, he visited the residents one-on-one, developed close relationships with them, and even became best friends with some of them. During his lonely teenage years, Jacob found a community where people cared...

keep your library card active in 2023!

Posted in: January 20, 2023 by madeinwindsor | No comments

Happy New Year from WPL! Keep your library card up to date to ensure continued access to our resources, both physical and digital. If you’re not sure when or if your card has expired call 519-255-6770 or visit your local branch. We’re here to help you make 2023 a year to read, learn & discover!...

ARCHITECTURE RESOURCES DONATED BY LOCAL GROUP

Posted in: September 28, 2022 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

Thanks to a $700 donation by the Windsor Region Society of Architects (WRSA), Windsor Public Library has added a collection of children’s materials on the topic of architecture to the Seminole Branch collection. Through 40 titles, such as Roberto the Insect Architect, The World Is Not a Rectangle, The LEGO Architect, The Girl’s Guide to Building a Fort and How Cities Work, Windsor kids can explore ideas of architecture, design,...