Category Archive for "Events" | Windsor Public Library

Celebrate Robbie Burns Day at the Local History Branch

Posted in: January 15, 2026 by WPLCommunications | No comments

Celebrate Scotland’s famed poet and lyricist, Robert Burns, and enjoy a taste of Scottish culture at WPL’s Local History Branch, located at 3312 Sandwich Street. We invite you to join us at 3pm for a poetry reading by Windsor’s poet laureate, Peter Hrastovec, and his special guests, Robert Earl Stewart and Laurie Smith. Enjoy some Scottish treats, crafts, and music while you’re here. Explore your Scottish ancestry using the Local...

Celebrate Windsor’s Shared Story with Detroit – Join Us for a Special Author Talk!

Posted in: November 17, 2025 by WPLCommunications | No comments

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...

Join Us for Author Talk with Jim Nehmetallah

Posted in: September 16, 2025 by WPLCommunications | No comments

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...

Windsor Public Library Gears Up for Open Streets 2025

Posted in: September 9, 2025 by WPLCommunications | No comments

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....

New Bookmobile Bringing Library Services to the Community

Posted in: July 3, 2025 by WPLCommunications | No comments

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...

Summer Reading Program Guide Available and Kickoff Event July 7

Posted in: June 23, 2025 by WPLCommunications | No comments

Summer Reading kickoff on Monday July 7 at Chisholm Branch

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...

February is Black History Month

Posted in: February 4, 2025 by WPLCommunications | No comments

Image featuring an orange background and two hands, richly decorated with colourful patterns, clasped together. On either side of the hands, there are boxes filled with patterns and colours.

The Windsor Public Library helps raise awareness and understanding during Black History Month each February. This year, adults and seniors are invited to the Muir Branch for a discussion and presentation featuring the powerful words written and performed by Maya Angelou and Bob Marley. This series embraces the spirit of Farah Jasmine Griffin’s book, “Read Until You Understand.” The first of four Thursdays dedicated to Black History will take place...

New Events Calendar

Posted in: January 27, 2025 by WPLCommunications | No comments

Our new Events Calendar is now online and growing. Check out the new calendar to see the tremendous programs and activities available for all ages. An online room booking service will be available soon, but until that’s ready, please continue to reach out and have one of our staff walk you through the process for now....

Open Streets East End Edition

Posted in: September 20, 2024 by WPLCommunications | No comments

map of east windsor for open streets event

Make sure to search out the Windsor Public Library set-up during Open Streets Windsor East End edition on Sunday. Library staff will be on hand with games and giveaways. The streets open at 10am, we hope to see you there!...

Outdoor Movie Nights are Back – Elemental on September 20th – Updated Rain Date Information

Posted in: June 10, 2024 by Leisa | No comments

** UPDATED RAIN DATE INFORMATION: Please note that our rescheduled rain date will be Friday, September 20th** We’re excited to announce that we have a newly rescheduled date for our June 21st movie night, which was unfortunately rained out. On Friday, June 2oth you’re invited to join us at Forest Glade Optimist Park (3215 Forest Glade Drive) on September 20th for a screening of the Disney-Pixar animated film ‘Elemental’. The...