Category Archive for "Announcements" | Windsor Public Library

Summer Employability Workshops

Posted in: June 11, 2025 by WPLCommunications | No comments

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Enhance your skills and confidence with Employability Workshops offered through our Adult Literacy Program this July and August. Whether you’re just starting, making a career change, or want to improve your professional skills, our Employability Workshop is here to support you. – Earn certificates in Microsoft Word and LinkedIn Learning (email address & library card required) – Build a strong resume and cover letter – Improve soft skills that matter...

Family Day Weekend Approaches

Posted in: May 22, 2025 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

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...

Muir Branch Elevator Temporarily Out of Service

Posted in: May 20, 2025 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

The elevator at the John Muir Branch is temporarily out of service. Once repairs have been made, we will update this notice. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause....

Moving Towards a Greener Library

Posted in: May 20, 2025 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

We are excited to announce a small but important change aimed at reducing our environmental footprint. With sustainability in mind, we will no longer provide plastic bags for carrying books, movies, and other materials. Once our current supply of plastic bags is depleted, we will transition to a “bring your own bag” policy. Please note: To support our green initiative, we will no longer accept donations of plastic bags or...

Victoria Day Weekend Closure Notice

Posted in: May 12, 2025 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

Library closed Sunday May 18 and Monday May 19

In celebration of Victoria Day, all Windsor Public Library Branches will be closed on Sunday, May 18, and Monday, May 19, 2025. Plan ahead and sign out any print publications you need in advance; of course, you can visit us for all your digital needs online, anytime, at windsorpubliclibrary.com. We’ll return to business as usual on Tuesday, May 20, and look forward to seeing you. Wishing you a safe and...

Hoopla Checkouts Change

Posted in: April 25, 2025 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

On May 1, 2025, we will be reducing the number of monthly checkouts available through our Hoopla service from 15 to 5. These changes, which have already happened at many other libraries, will help ensure that the Windsor Public Library (WPL) can continue to provide equitable access to this popular platform and other resources while managing rising costs. Why Are We Making This Change? We understand that Hoopla is a...

Easter Hours

Posted in: April 14, 2025 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

Please note the upcoming changes to regular hours of operation as Windsor Public Libraries observe the Easter Holidays. Friday, April 18 | Sunday, April 20 | Monday, April 21: All branches will be closed. Saturday, April 19: The Central branch will be open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. All other branches will be closed. We appreciate your understanding as we support the Easter holiday. Don’t forget — WPL is...

The Seed Library is Back — Starting April 8!

Posted in: April 7, 2025 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

Spring is officially here — and you know what that means: it’s time to dig in (literally). Our Seed Library returns Tuesday, April 8, and it’s blooming with possibilities for green thumbs and curious beginners alike. Swing by one of the participating branches and pick up to 5 free packages of seeds — including flowers, veggies, fruits, and herbs. Participating locations: • Budimir • Chisholm • Forest Glade • Riverside...

Update: Riverside Branch Open

Posted in: April 1, 2025 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

A short-term closure for construction at the Riverside Branch is over and patrons are once again welcome inside. The branch will be open from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM today. The Riverside Branch is having air conditioning work done in preparation for the summer months, so there may be some noise while work is completed. The final work is expected to take approximately two weeks and began March 24. We...

Use CloudLibrary for Magazines

Posted in: March 31, 2025 by WPLCommunications | 4 comments

Digital magazines are now available in the CloudLibrary App! Looking for digital magazines? They’ve joined our ebooks and eAudiobooks in the CloudLibrary app! CloudLibrary Newsstand offers over 7500 titles in 60 languages, including customer favourites like Time, the New Yorker, National Geographic, and HGTV. Access is unlimited, and all issues are available on demand. If you’re already using the CloudLibrary App, no action is required on your end. When you...