Category Archives: Media Releases

Those Who Served: Stories from Windsor’s WWII Veterans

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Stories of Windsor The Voices of Those Who Served
Windsor Public Library is proud to share a special podcast honouring our World War II veterans. “Those Who Served: Stories from Windsor’s WWII Veterans” is the latest of the Stories of Windsor podcast and draws from an original collection of oral histories housed at the Local History Branch. The one-hour podcast features a collection of voices recorded in 1999 when staff and volunteers interviewed 51 World War II veterans from...
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What Are You Doing This Weekend?

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What are you doing this weekend? Windsor Public Library is open Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 6pm.
Weekends are for catching up—on rest, on connection, and on the things that bring us joy. But in a world that moves fast and keeps us glued to our screens, it’s easy to forget there’s a place right here in Windsor where you can pause, breathe, and reconnect—with yourself, your family, and your community. The Windsor Public Library is open Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 6pm. That’s sixteen hours...
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Civic Holiday Closure Reminder

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All Branches Closed August 3 and 4 for Civic Holiday
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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Libraries Closed on Canada Day

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All Branches Closed 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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Family Friendly Outdoor Movie Nights Return

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With summer fast approaching, parents across Windsor will be looking for fun activities which appeal to the whole family – and if they’re free, so much the better! Windsor Public Library is here to help! Our lineup of Summer Reading programs will have something to offer children of all ages and interests. In addition to the great programs found in the libraries, WPL is excited to provide free, family-oriented movie nights...
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Online G1 & M1 Practice Tests now available through WPL

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We’re happy to announce the addition of G1.ca to our eResource lineup. G1.ca offers free G1 & M1 practice tests to library customers; these tests have been developed specifically based on the official ON Ministry of Transportation driver’s handbook. Practice tests are available with corrective feedback, and also in simulator mode – which is about as close to the written test as you can get. Whether you’re prepping for the...
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Aretha Franklin Legacy Honoured

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Aretha Franklin has passed away at the age of 76. Her contributions to R&B, Soul and Motown have been immeasurable, and the extent of her influence can’t be overstated. To honour the legacy of this Motown great, all branches of Windsor Public Library will feature information displays on her life, her music and her commitment to the City of Detroit. Search for information on the life of Aretha Franklin in...
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Seminole Branch Receives Some TLC

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Windsor residents who haven’t stopped by Seminole Branch recently are in for a pleasant surprise when they return.  New shelving, new flooring, a new external book drop and new seating provide a welcoming environment to area customers looking to ‘beat the heat’ and at the same time check out the many resources available which inform, entertain and educate. Representatives from the City of Windsor and Windsor Public Library gathered at...
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Test Your Windsor Trivia Knowledge…

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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...
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Learn Business Skills Through Independent On-Line Learning

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If you’re contemplating a career change or just looking to improve your marketable workplace skills, Windsor Public Library can help. Through, LYNDA.COM, a leading online learning platform, library customers now have the opportunity to enhance their business, software, technology and creative skills to achieve personal and professional goals. With your Windsor Public Library card and a PIN, simply log on to the library website to access LYNDA.COM which has a...
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