Windsor Public Library |

Get ready for a week of creativity
and discovery!
From March 15–21, our branches will be buzzing with March Break fun — including hands‑on crafts, scavenger hunts, painting, model‑making, magic and more.
Explore all the activities happening at each location through our online events calendar, then plan your visits to make the most of your March Break adventure.
There’s something exciting waiting for everyone!

Events Calendar

Windsor Public Library
is your go-to place for
so many things to do and see.
Check out our Events Calendar and plan your next visit today.
It also shows where the new bookmobile FRED 2.0 will be each day.

2026 Event Calendar Link

The new Bookmobile,
FRED 2.0 is here!
Click on Services in the menu above and then look for the bookmobile photo for more information. Or you can use the link below to access the bookmobile calendar directly.
The new bookmobile is equipped to offer the same services as a regular library branch, including book lending, digital resources, and various programs for all ages.
The Bookmobile schedule can also be found in the Events Calendar.

Windsor Public Library
is open 7 days a week in 9
locations in 2026. Hours of operation are also standardized as noon to 8 pm on Mondays and Wednesdays, and 10 am to 6 pm on all other days.

Regular Service Hours Link

RIVERSIDE REACHES 100: LET’S CELEBRATE!

Posted in: May 3, 2021 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

100th anniversary of Riverside on May 3 (sign)

It’s time to celebrate! Although we can’t celebrate the way we had hoped, we’re organizing a series of events to commemorate the Town of Riverside turning 100. Now a much-loved neighbourhood in the City of Windsor, Riverside was incorporated as a Town in May, 1921. Though amalgamated by the City of Windsor in 1966, Riverside still maintains its “small-town” charm with its walkability, great shops and bustling schools and a close-knit community of friendly people. To commemorate the anniversary visit Riverside Branch, to pick up your RIVERSIDE’S Continue Reading...

LinkedIn Learning APP!

Posted in: April 23, 2021 by Julie Catenacci | No comments

Lynda.com has been successfully transferred to the new LinkedIn Learning platform. You can now access LinkedIn Learning from our eResources – Databases page, and your learning history from Lynda.com will automatically be transferred to LinkedIn Learning. In addition to all your favourite free courses that were available on Lynda.com, LinkedIn Learning will include an additional 8,000 courses and support for 6 additional languages including French! LinkedIn Learning is also available as a FREE app in your app store! Once downloaded you just need to follow these steps Continue Reading...

ANNUAL REPORT : A YEAR LIKE NO OTHER

Posted in: April 20, 2021 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

Annual Report 2020 (first page illustration)

More than a year ago, WPL closed all Branches and joined with the City of Windsor to combat the spread of Covid-19. Shortly after the closure, we held our 2020 Annual General Meeting online. At that time, we had no expectation a year on, that we would be experiencing our second AGM in the same manner. Library staff was re-deployed to programs and initiatives supporting school curricula, enhanced online services, on-line story times and assisting customers with resources and materials questions plus a small group helped make non-surgical Continue Reading...

IMPACT OF PROVINCIAL AND EMERGENCY STAY-AT-HOME ORDER

Posted in: April 7, 2021 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

Operational Update effective April 8, 2021

Windsor Public Library will be offering limited and modified service that aligns with the Ontario Provincial Emergency and Stay-at-Home order effective April 8, 2021. Windsor Public Library will only be open for curbside pick-up and delivery service. All in-branch services are suspended. Although closed to bricks-and-mortar visits, WPL staff will provide enhanced online services and continue to assist customers with resources, materials and questions. To access materials, customers place holds on materials in the same manner as always by accessing your library account on our website Continue Reading...

BROWSE DIGITAL MAGAZINES IN NEW LOCATION

Posted in: March 30, 2021 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

Windsor Public Library is moving our digital magazines from RBdigital to OverDrive’s award-winning Libby application. You will continue to be able to browse, borrow, and enjoy all the same great magazines you loved in the RBdigital app plus many more! Over 3,000 popular magazines are now available to download and read on any device 24/7. Digital magazines through Libby have no wait lists or holds, do not count towards checkout limits and provide readers the option to renew their selections. Windsor Public Library customers can also Continue Reading...

WPL Operational Update Under Red-Lockdown Restrictions

Posted in: February 23, 2021 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

Operational Update effective March 1, 2021

In an effort to stop the continued spread of COVID-19 and in accordance with the Windsor and Essex County lockdown level of Ontario’s Covid-19 Response Framework, Windsor Public Library will be offering limited and modified in-person service that aligns with the province’s Red-Lockdown Restrictions, announced Friday, February 12, 2021. “Library staff has focused on implementing a contactless curbside pick-up and drop off plan which ensures the health and safety of customers and staff,” says WPL Board Chair, Councillor Rino Bortolin. “They will now prepare for our Continue Reading...

Stay Tuned …

Posted in: February 4, 2021 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

Stay tuned for news as we transition to an exciting new digital magazine platform! In the meantime, you can continue to access digital magazines with your library card through PressReader. Details on how to do so can be found here....

CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Posted in: February 2, 2021 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

Every February, Windsorites are invited to take part in celebrations and events which honour the legacy of Black Canadians, past and present, during Black History Month. It is a time to celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Black Canadians, who, throughout history, have done so much to make Canada the culturally diverse, compassionate and prosperous nation we know today. It is also an opportunity for us to learn about the experiences of Black Canadians in our society, and the vital role this community has played Continue Reading...

The State of Emergency Impact on Library Service

Posted in: January 13, 2021 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

The Windsor Public Library Board supports the Ontario Government’s recently announced province-wide State of Emergency in an effort to stop the continued spread of COVID-19. Currently, modified public library services that align with new mandated restrictions are in place at all WPL locations. “The highest priority of Windsor Public Library is to mitigate the risk and impact Covid-19 has on the safety of our customers and staff,” says Councillor Rino Bortolin, chair of the WPLB. “With no hesitation, I can say the WPLB fully supports the Continue Reading...

Updated: cloudLibrary Holds Error Fixed

Posted in: November 30, 2020 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

The error that prevented many cloudLibrary users from accessing their holds has been fixed. If you lost any available holds during this time because you could not access your account to borrow them, please place the hold again and then contact our Digital Librarian by email or at 519-255-6770 x34424. Thank you for your patience! ...