Category Archive for "Announcements" | Windsor Public Library

Tales and Tails Program a Huge Success

Posted in: August 14, 2026 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

Juniper enjoyed browsing books during the Tales & Tails program. We partnered with the Windsor/Essex County Humane Society, and the event was a huge success! Nearly 60 people attended to play with kittens, do cat-themed crafts, listen to story time, and take home cat-themed library books and movies. Our next animal event, International Dog Day at Windsor Public Library, will take place at the Central branch on Wednesday, August 26...

Civic Holiday Closures

Posted in: July 29, 2026 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

All branches are closed Sunday August 2 and Monday August 3 for Civic Holiday

Long weekend reading plans? We’ve got you covered! Visit us before the Civic Holiday weekend to stock up on books, movies, and more. All branches will be closed on Sunday, August 2 and Monday, August 3, but our online services are always open. ...

EWSWA Brings Green Bin Program to Local Libraries This Summer

Posted in: July 20, 2026 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

Residents in Windsor and Essex County will be able to learn about the Green Bin Program at their local library this summer. Libraries will feature tabletop displays, Green Bin Guide FAQ pads, and collectable bookmarks featuring the EWSWA’s six Green Superheroes: Evangeline, Eugene, Colleen, Ameen, Granny Green, and newcomer Bean. Bookmarks will rotate weekly throughout the summer, giving visitors the opportunity to collect all six. The initiative also features The...

Seminole Branch Closed Sunday

Posted in: July 19, 2026 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

Seminole branch is closed Sunday, July 19. Please visit one of our eight other branches open today from 10am to 6pm. Seminole branch will reopen at noon on Monday....

WRSA and WPL Celebrate Young Community Mappers

Posted in: July 8, 2026 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

Two grand prize winners of map contest shown with their bikes and architects society members and library ceo

The Windsor Regional Society of Architects (WRSA) and Windsor Public Library (WPL) are pleased to announce the winners of the “Urban Explorers and Future Architects” map contest. The contest encouraged participants to choose a meaningful destination—such as a park, building, mural, or gathering place—and illustrate the route connecting their local Windsor library branch to that location. The response was excellent, with submissions received from 9 different Library branches. After careful...

Join Us for Summer Reading Fun

Posted in: July 8, 2026 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

Summer Reading Program July 5 to September 5

Windsor Public Library (WPL) is excited to welcome families back for another vibrant summer filled with free programming designed to spark creativity, curiosity, and a love of reading for children of all ages. A Summer of Exploration This year’s Summer Reading Program encourages children to Read, Learn, and Discover in new ways. Throughout July and August, WPL branches across the city will offer a wide range of free programs, from...

Local History Closed Saturday at Noon

Posted in: July 4, 2026 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

Please note that our Local History branch closes at noon today (Saturday, July 4). Local History will be open again Monday at the regular time. Please visit one of our nine other branches today for your library needs, they’re open until 6pm....

All Branches Closed Canada Day – July 1

Posted in: June 26, 2026 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

All Windsor Public Library branches will be closed on Wednesday, July 1 in observance of Canada Day. We look forward to welcoming you back when we reopen at 10am on Thursday, July 2. Wishing everyone a safe and happy Canada Day!...

Quick Update for Participants!

Posted in: June 19, 2026 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

Urban Explorers and Future Architects Map Contest

Thank you to everyone who submitted a map—we loved seeing your creativity! Our Windsor Regional Society of Architects judges will be reviewing all the amazing entries soon. Our two lucky (and talented) winners will be contacted the last week in June and then our Grand Prize Giveaways will take place July 7, during the Summer Reading Program kickoff at the W.F. Chisholm Branch, where everyone is welcome. For entrants who don’t win a...

Summer Reading Kickoff at W.F. Chisholm Branch

Posted in: June 16, 2026 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

Windsor Public Library (WPL) is excited to welcome families back for another vibrant summer filled with free programming designed to spark creativity, curiosity, and a love of reading for children of all ages. Kickoff Celebration The Summer Reading Program officially begins with a special kickoff event on Tuesday, July 7, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Chisholm Branch (1075 Ypres Avenue). Families are invited to join us for...