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WPL Celebrates 125 Years

Posted in: December 6, 2019 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

Old photo showing a gentleman listening to a record in the library

To celebrate 125 years of library service to the community, WPL is featuring photographs from the local history collection and community archive. On a daily basis for the balance of December, we will present an interesting and unique image of our city, which we hope will fascinate and entertain. Windsor Public Library has always been on the cutting edge when providing resources to our customers. This photo from the 1950s...

WPL Celebrates 125 Years

Posted in: December 5, 2019 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

This photo shows the Carnegie Library, which many Windsorites remember fondly. It opened in October 1903 at the corner of Park and Victoria Streets. In 1901 City Council sought a grant from Andrew Carnegie to replace the library at Lambie’s Hall, which was no longer large enough to meet the community’s needs.

To celebrate 125 years of library service to the community, WPL is featuring photographs from the local history collection and community archive. On a daily basis for the balance of December, we will present an interesting and unique image of our city, which we hope will fascinate and entertain. Image Number 2 shows the Carnegie Library, which many Windsorites remember fondly. It opened in October 1903 at the corner of...

WPL Celebrates 125 Years

Posted in: December 4, 2019 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

On December 4 1894, Windsor Public Library first opened at Lambie’s Hall. Library users who paid five cents for a library card could select from among 5,254 books and 60 periodicals. Lambie’s Hall remained the Windsor Public Library for almost seven years, until the Carnegie Library opened in 1903.

One hundred and twenty-five years ago today, on December 4 1894, Windsor Public Library first opened at Lambie’s Hall. Library users who paid five cents for a library card could select from among 5,254 books and 60 periodicals. Lambie’s Hall remained the Windsor Public Library for almost seven years, until the Carnegie Library opened in 1903. The site on Ferry Street letter became the location of the Windsor Star building...

Community Consultation

Posted in: June 25, 2019 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

The Windsor Public Library is working on a Strategic Plan for the next five years. An integral part of the process is obtaining community input as we prepare a long term plan. It will help us identify areas where we can improve services through a better understanding of what our community expects from us. Please take a few minutes to participate by clicking here. Thank You....

Senior Speed Friending is Back at Central Library

Posted in: October 25, 2018 by Leisa | No comments

Due to popular demand, Windsor Public Library is excited to be offering another speed friending event for those 55+! Are you new to the City or simply looking to add to your circle of friends? Then this is the perfect event for you! Join us at Central Library on Thursday, November 15 from 6:30-8:00pm for an evening of mingling and an opportunity to make lifelong friendships in a fun and relaxed...

Test Your Windsor Trivia Knowledge…

Posted in: July 31, 2018 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

Do you think you know everything there is to know about Windsor? If you do, or think you do, you’ll want to mark August 16 on your calendar. That’s when you get to show off your knowledge at the Windsor Wisdom Trivia Competition. Windsor Public Library and Museum Windsor invite you to join likeminded individuals at the Phog Lounge (157 University Avenue West) on Thursday, August 16 from 7 to...

Christopher Paul Curtis Educates, Motivates and Entertains…

Posted in: May 3, 2018 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

Internationally renowned children’s author – and friend of Windsor Public Library – Christopher Paul Curtis dropped by Sandwich Branch recently to meet school children, read from his works and motivate students to read and become more involved in the creative writing process. Close to 400 students from General Brock, Marlborough and West Gate public schools were in attendance. Many of the children in attendance have ties with the Library Live Children’s...

Galactic Gala at Windsor Public library

Posted in: April 25, 2018 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

Join us for a Galactic Gala in honour of the Star Wars Fandom! WHEN: Thursday, May 3, 2018 TIME: 6:30-8 pm WHERE: Auditorium, lower level – Central Library, 850 Ouellette Avenue Padawans and Sith Apprentices of all ages will enjoy an afternoon of Star Wars themed fun, crafts, trivia and even a visit from some of our favourite Star Wars characters compliments of the 501st Legion. Call 519-255-6770...

Flags of Remembrance Plaques at Central Branch

Posted in: November 4, 2017 by Sue Perry | No comments

The news that several plaques honouring Canadian veterans had been stolen from a Riverside Drive memorial was heartbreaking. The plaques and Canadian flags were installed by the Veterans Voices of Canada as part of their National Flags of Remembrance project. However, when plaques started to go missing from the memorial, they were removed in order to preserve them. Our Digital Librarian Julie came up with the terrific idea of offering...

Local History Centre Recognized By Ontario Genealogical Society

Posted in: September 6, 2017 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

WINDSOR – Members of the media are invited to attend the September meeting of the Ontario Genealogical Society (Essex County Branch) at which Windsor Public Library will receive an Award of Merit from the OGS. Date: Monday, September 11, 2017 Time: 6:15 pm Location: Local History Centre, Central Library, 850 Ouellette Avenue (2nd. Floor) Attending: City of Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens Windsor Public Library Board Directors Windsor Public Library CEO...