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Curriculum Support For Young eLearners

Posted in: April 29, 2020 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

For parents and guardians with school-aged children, transitioning to eLearning can be a challenging experience. We’re here to help. WPL staff have been hard at work collecting grade and subject-specific resources to support the content being distributed by schools. It is all available on the WPL website under the Learn@Home tab. “This unprecedented closure has forced many of us to assess and react to daily events. The Windsor Public Library is no different,” says Councillor Rino Bortolin, chair of the WPLB “Staff has quickly pivoted to Continue Reading...

Can’t Get Out? Let Us Come to You!

Posted in: April 28, 2020 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

WPL is proud to announce the launch of it’s Bookmobile On Demand delivery service. If you’re interested in having your library materials dropped on your doorstep by our very own bookmobile, FRED, please email us or contact us by phone at 519-990-1517 with your name, library card number, address and phone number as well as a brief description of the types of materials you are interested in borrowing. From there our staff will put together a personalized care package tailored to your tastes, and have it Continue Reading...

Robert Franz Kicks Off Guest Storytime Readings

Posted in: April 24, 2020 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

Windsor Public Library is proud to debut the first in an ongoing series of guest Storytime readings with Windsor Symphony Orchestra Music Director Robert Franz. A tireless advocate for music education, gather your little ones for this reading of ‘The Remarkable Farkle McBride’ by John Lithgow and then head to the Windsor Symphony Orchestra YouTube Channel for more. Stay tuned on our WPL social media channels for more great kid-friendly virtual readings in the coming weeks....

WPL Telephone Check-In Service

Posted in: April 8, 2020 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

Windsor Public Library believes in the freedom to read, learn and discover even while our doors are closed! We know how important it is to stay connected during this period and are doing whatever we can to continue serving our users’ needs. Are you looking for more information about Windsor Public Library’s online resources? Are you wondering how the library can continue to serve you during the closure? Do you have information needs? Or do you just miss having someone to chat about your favorite books and Continue Reading...

Update: Library Materials and Resources

Posted in: April 3, 2020 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

Please note that all overdue and checked out materials and holds will be extended indefinitely and fines will not accrue until we re-open. Customers are asked to keep all library resources and materials as the Book Drops are closed. Materials can be returned when we re-open. Access to e-resources has been restored for customers with blocked and expired cards while we remain closed....

Tumble with the Books

Posted in: March 19, 2020 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

Tumblebook Library (K-6) is a curated database of children’s e-books, from children’s book publishers such as Simon & Schuster, Chronicle Books, Candlewick Press, Charlesbridge Press, Walker & Company, Annick Press, Orca Books, Lerner Books, and HarperCollins Publishers, amongst others. The collections provide enrichment to students who are reading independently with a variety of high interest material. It also provides support to students who require skill building with a variety of exercises that can be matched with other areas of the curriculum. TeenBookCloud (gr. 7-12) is a Continue Reading...

Library Locations Closed: Non-Essential Staff To Remain at Home

Posted in: March 19, 2020 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

The health of our staff and customers is a key priority as we work to limit the spread of COVID-19. The Windsor Public Library Board closed all library locations earlier this week and joined with the City of Windsor to combat the spread of the contagion. Subsequently, the WPLB has made the decision – effective 5 pm today – to instruct all non-essential library staff to remain at home until – at least – Monday, April 6. Councillor Rino Bortolin, chair of the WPLB, says, “The Continue Reading...

What’s All the HOOPLA About?

Posted in: March 18, 2020 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

One of our most popular electronic resources is Hoopla – a digital media service that enables you to borrow a great selection of movies, television shows, documentaries, music, and audiobooks that can be streamed or downloaded onto your computer, smartphone or tablet, all with your Windsor Public Library card. While the library is closed over the next few weeks, we will be increasing the borrowing limit to 20 per month, so we can ensure everyone has access to quality entertainment and resources. To access Hoopla, you Continue Reading...

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Posted in: March 17, 2020 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

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Great News About WPL Electronic Resources

Posted in: March 17, 2020 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

Kanopy is providing unlimited free access to Kanopy Kids! WPL offers free access to streaming video through Kanopy. While we normally limit customers to 10 credits per month, effective March 16, there is no restriction on children’s content. There is much to explore on Kanopy Kids, including classic programming like Sesame Street, movies starring popular literary characters like Franklin, and even a language learning series to introduce your kids to cultures of the world. For adults, Kanopy has created a special collection that you can watch Continue Reading...