Category Archive for "Technology" | Windsor Public Library

Computer Access Available at All Branches

Posted in: July 29, 2020 by Windsor Public Library Library | 5 comments

As of next Monday (August 17), public computer access will be available at all WPL branches – with Chisholm, Forest Glade and Seminole joining the list of locations already offering the service. All public access computer stations are separated by Plexiglas dividers and social distancing between stations is in effect – resulting in a reduced number of computers in operation. Sessions begin on the hour and last for 45 minutes,...

WPL Telephone Check-In Service

Posted in: April 8, 2020 by Windsor Public Library Library | 12 comments

Windsor Public Library believes in the freedom to read, learn and discover even while our doors are closed! We know how important it is to stay connected during this period and are doing whatever we can to continue serving our users’ needs. Are you looking for more information about Windsor Public Library’s online resources? Are you wondering how the library can continue to serve you during the closure? Do you have...

What’s All the HOOPLA About?

Posted in: March 18, 2020 by Windsor Public Library Library | 4 comments

One of our most popular electronic resources is Hoopla – a digital media service that enables you to borrow a great selection of movies, television shows, documentaries, music, and audiobooks that can be streamed or downloaded onto your computer, smartphone or tablet, all with your Windsor Public Library card. While the library is closed over the next few weeks, we will be increasing the borrowing limit to 20 per month,...

Great News About WPL Electronic Resources

Posted in: March 17, 2020 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

Kanopy is providing unlimited free access to Kanopy Kids! WPL offers free access to streaming video through Kanopy. While we normally limit customers to 10 credits per month, effective March 16, there is no restriction on children’s content. There is much to explore on Kanopy Kids, including classic programming like Sesame Street, movies starring popular literary characters like Franklin, and even a language learning series to introduce your kids to...

Library Locations Closed: Electronic Resources Still Available 24/7

Posted in: March 15, 2020 by Windsor Public Library Library | 19 comments

The health of our staff and customers is a key priority as we work to limit the spread of COVID-19. Consequently, the Windsor Public Library Board will close all library locations across the city at 5 pm today and join with the City of Windsor to combat the spread of the contagion. The closure is through April 6. Although, the community won’t be able to visit a bricks-and-mortar library branch,...

my ebook will be available in 824 days ?!?!

Posted in: February 5, 2020 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

If you are using cloudLibrary and are on the holds list for some of our popular titles, you might be surprised (and discouraged) to see the estimated wait time listed as 300, 400, 800 days! We assure you that you will not have to wait THAT long. The short of it is that Macmillan, one of the big publishers, is only allowing libraries to purchase one copy of their eBooks...

Getting started with eBooks

Posted in: December 17, 2019 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

Perhaps you’re the lucky recipient of a new tablet or eReader? Maybe you’re travelling and want to give an audiobook a try for your commute? Reading back through an older series, and discovered that the titles are out of print – but available as eBooks? Whether you’re new to the online library altogether or just haven’t used it for a while, here are some tips to help you get started...

Electronic Resources To Receive Upgrade

Posted in: July 31, 2019 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

Please be advised that eResouces on this website will be unavailable this evening from 9 pm until midnight (July 31). We are working to improve and enhance our electronic collection of resources. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause....

Great Courses now available on Kanopy

Posted in: July 9, 2019 by Windsor Public Library Library | 2 comments

You can now enjoy unlimited streaming of the entire series of The Great Courses through our Kanopy collection, with access to more than 70 new courses! The Great Courses are a series of post secondary level educational videos instructed by professors, subject matter experts, and industry leading professionals. They allow you to access higher education on your own time, and at your own pace. There are courses in a wide...

Enjoy Unlimited Streaming in Kanopy Kids

Posted in: June 26, 2019 by Windsor Public Library Library | 1 comment

Kanopy Kids has changed their access model! Now, with only one borrow, you can enjoy 30-days of unlimited access to all of the Kanopy Kids content. With everything from Arthur and Artzooka to Curious George and Where the Wild Things Are, there is no shortage of material to inform and entertain your children. What is Kanopy Kids? Kanopy Kids is an App, available exclusively to library cardholders, that contains several educational films and television series as...