Category Archives: Announcements

Windsor Public Library Gears Up for Open Streets 2025

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

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

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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W.F. Chisholm Branch Benefits from Transit Windsor Sunday Service

Transit Windsor is rolling out service improvements, and one of the beneficiaries will be visitors to the W.F. Chisholm Branch of Windsor Public Library on Sundays. Located at 1075 Ypres Avenue, the branch will now be served by the newly introduced Route 315, part of Transit Windsor’s expanded commitment to Sunday service. This change, which takes effect August 31, aligns with the Windsor Public Library’s recent move to offer Sunday...
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Service Interruption – CloudLibrary Audiobooks

Please be advised that due to a system transition by our audiobook partner, CloudLibrary audiobook services will be temporarily impacted. Service Interruption Period: From noon (ET) on Thursday, July 31 to noon (ET) on Friday, August 1 During this time: – Borrowing and returning audiobooks will not be possible. – Downloaded audiobooks may not play for a short period on Friday. We understand this may cause inconvenience and appreciate your...
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Civic Holiday Closure Reminder

All Windsor Public Library branches will be closed on Sunday, August 3 and Monday, August 4, in celebration of the Civic Holiday. We encourage you to visit us before the holiday, explore our online library, which is always open at windsorpubliclibrary.com, or visit us again after the holiday. Thank you and have a safe and happy Civic Holiday!...
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New Bookmobile Bringing Library Services to the Community

The Windsor Public Library is thrilled to announce the launch of its brand-new bookmobile, FRED 2.0! This innovative library on wheels made its first official stop at Captain Wilson Park on Thursday, July 3, 2025, marking the beginning of a new era in community outreach and access to library services. “This initiative underscores our Library Board’s and City Council’s commitment to ensuring that everyone in our community has access to...
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Libraries Closed on Canada Day

All branches of the Windsor Public Library will be closed on Tuesday, July 1st, in celebration of Canada Day. Please ensure you retrieve your physical books and resources in advance. Otherwise, we look forward to seeing you when we reopen on Wednesday, July 2nd.  ...
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Summer Reading Program Guide Available and Kickoff Event July 7

The Summer Reading Program Guide is now available online. Windsor Public Library (WPL) is thrilled to announce a summer packed with exciting activities for children of all ages, and all free of charge! Special Event Kickoff: Join us on Monday, July 7, 2025, from 2 pm to 4 pm at the Chisholm Branch (1075 Ypres) for an afternoon of games, crafts, face painting, cake, and more. This event will spark...
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Family Day Weekend Approaches

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...
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