June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day
June is National Indigenous History Month, and June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. This day is an annual reminder for people across Canada to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations people, Inuit and Métis. Make sure to check out our National Indigenous History Month playlist which will be added to throughout the month.
March 11th is International Fanny Pack Day
Celebrate International Fanny Pack Day on March 11th with Windsor Public Library. What will you put in your fanny pack?
Freedom to Read Week: February 19-25, 2023
Freedom to Read Week encourages Canadians to think about and reaffirm their commitment to intellectual freedom, which is guaranteed them under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Learn more about Freedom to Read Week and check out some of the recommended titles in this video.
Movember 2022
Learn about this initiative and how you can help!
Buy Nothing Day
What is Buy Nothing Day? How can you participate? Check out this informative video about this day!
Remembrance Day
Tom and Mary Lou talk about some of the important documents and artifacts from WWI & WWII carried at our Local History location. Visit Windsor Public Library’s Local History branch at 3312 Sandwich Street.
Thanksgiving
Windsor Public Library shares information about the history of Thanksgiving in Canada. Ever wonder why we celebrate this day in October? Why do we eat turkey on this holiday? Check out this video for these facts and information on the legacy of this day.
World Suicide Prevention Day
World Suicide Prevention Day, September 10, provides an opportunity for us to increase our awareness and understanding about suicide.
Here is a digitized version of the Suicide Prevention Kit which includes a safety plan and library resources.
Check out these national days of recognition for animals from across the world!