Category Archives: Announcements

Holiday Hours at Windsor Public Library – Plan Ahead!

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Holiday Hours graphic - 22 and 29 10am to 6pm, 24 9am to 1pm, 25 and 26 closed, 31 9am to 5pm and Jan 1 closed
The holidays are here, and so are our special hours! Between December 22 and January 1, Windsor Public Library branches will be operating on adjusted schedules. Make sure to know before you go so you can squeeze in those last-minute reads or movie pick-ups!   Here’s the festive lineup: December 22 – All branches open 10 AM – 6 PM December 24 (Christmas Eve) – All branches open 9 AM...
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System Upgrade Notice

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We’re upgrading our systems to better serve you! Please note that from Monday, December 8, through Thursday, December 11, you may experience difficulty connecting to our eResources, Apps, online catalogue, or My Account. Thank you for your patience as we work to improve your experience! Please check back for updates....
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Mango Languages Ends February 1, 2026!

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Transparent Language Line
If you’ve been using Mango Languages through Windsor Public Library, please note that this service will end on February 1, 2026. But don’t worry—your language-learning journey can continue seamlessly with Transparent Language, available through our E-Resources! With over 100 languages and interactive lessons designed to make learning fun and effective, it’s the perfect time to make the switch. Act now to ensure a smooth transition! Visit the APP section of...
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System Upgrade Notice

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We’re upgrading our systems to better serve you! Please note that from 8:00 PM on Monday, November 24th, to 8:00 AM on Tuesday, November 25th, you may experience difficulty connecting to our eResources, Apps, or online catalogue. If this happens, please try again later. Thank you for being patient as we work to improve your experience!...
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Celebrate Windsor’s Shared Story with Detroit – Join Us for a Special Author Talk!

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Author Talk with Chris Edwards and Elaine Weeks, discussing their book A River Runs Between Us. Saturday November 22, 2:30pm to 4:30pm at Local History Branch
If you love Windsor, its rich history, and the stories that connect us to Detroit, then Windsor Public Library’s Local History Branch has an event you won’t want to miss! A River Runs Between Us — Exploring the Unique Shared History of Windsor and Detroit. Join local authors Chris Edwards and Elaine Weeks for an engaging presentation as we celebrate the release of Walkerville Publishing’s 10th local history book. This...
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Join Us for Author Talk with Jim Nehmetallah

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Author Talk with Jim September 24, 530 to 730pm Local History Branch
Join us at the Local History branch for a presentation by genealogist Jim Nehmetallah. He will be talking about his book, Finding Susan: From Tourza to Detroit, and the genealogical research he did to uncover the family trees for everyone connected to Tourza, Lebanon. The author will be selling and signing copies of his book after the presentation. Please call or email to register. localhistory@windsorpubliclibrary.com or 519-255-6770 ex 4437...
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Windsor Public Library Receives Ukrainian Book Donations

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CEO Jen Knights, Oleh Nikolenko from the Ukraine Consulate in Toronto and Councillor Gary Kaschak pose with new Ukrainian bookshelves.
Windsor Public Library is proud to announce the expansion of its multilingual collection with the addition of 80 Ukrainian-language books, generously donated by the Consulate General of Ukraine in Toronto. The donation was celebrated at the John Muir Branch, where Windsor Public Library CEO Jen Knights welcomed guests and dignitaries, including City Councillor Gary Kaschak, who attended on behalf of Mayor Drew Dilkens and City Council. “This is a beautiful...
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Windsor Public Library Gears Up for Open Streets 2025

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Open Streets is September 21 from 10am to 2pm
Windsor Public Library (WPL) is excited to take part in this year’s Open Streets Windsor event! The 2025 route returns to the popular Sandwich Town to Ford City corridor, offering a vibrant and engaging experience for all ages. Be sure to stop by the Muir Branch or keep an eye out for Fred 2.0, our brand-new, state-of-the-art bookmobile making its debut! Sunday, September 21, 2025 10 a.m. to 2 p.m....
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Holiday Closure Notice

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Library branches closed for Labour Day weekend August 31 and September 1
All branches of Windsor Public Library will be closed on Sunday, August 31 and Monday, September 1, in observance of Labour Day. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, September 2. We look forward to welcoming you back! In the meantime, don’t forget — the library is always open online! Explore our digital resources, enjoy free downloads, and much more at windsorpubliclibrary.com.  ...
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Green Bin Campaign – Get Your Free Bookmarks

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Image of We all Win with The Green Bin - Food Waste Collection Starts in October
Your local library is a great place to learn about the Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority’s (EWSWA) new Green Bin program. You can see what the green bins look like and collect five Green Superhero bookmarks. A new local book, The Apple Core is also available for borrowing. The Apple Core was created by the Compost Council of Canada and customized to support the EWSWA Green Bin Program. It’s a fun...
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