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The Former Steel Town of Ojibway

Posted in: April 7, 2026 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

The Stories of Windsor podcast is back with a fascinating new episode featuring local filmmaker turned author, Walter Petrichyn. You can find this podcast on our Facebook channel now, and it will be on our YouTube channel soon. Listeners will also want to mark their calendars: Walter Petrichyn will be screening his short film, Canada’s Steel Town – Ojibway, at the Local History Branch on Wednesday, April 15th. The film shines a spotlight on Ojibway as part of Canada’s steel legacy....

Easter Weekend Hours at Your Library

Posted in: March 30, 2026 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

As Easter weekend approaches, we want to help you plan your visits so you can make the most of the holiday—and still enjoy everything your library has to offer! All branches will be closed on: Friday, April 3, Sunday, April 5, and Monday, April 6. Please note: Three of our locations will be open on Saturday, April 4: Budimir Branch, Central Branch, Riverside Branch, Whether you’re settling in with a new book, grabbing some movies for family time, or exploring our digital collections, we’re here to Continue Reading...

Catch 2026 Paralympics Coverage at your Windsor Public Library!

Posted in: March 6, 2026 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

The 2026 Winter Paralympic Games are underway from March 6 to 15 in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy. There are six sports on the schedule—including para-alpine skiing, wheelchair curling, and para ice hockey, to name a few. Coverage of the games is provided by CBC Gem....

March Break Excitement

Posted in: March 3, 2026 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

Are you looking for a great experience this March Break? Look no further than your local library. Search out the growing list of fun on our Events Calendar and we’ll see you this March Break (15-21). ...

Catch the Winter Olympics Live at Your Local Library Branch!

Posted in: February 17, 2026 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

The excitement of the Winter Olympics is here — and this year, your local library is one of the best places to enjoy the action! Thanks to CBC Gem’s live coverage, visitors can watch events right inside the branch while they browse, study, read, or simply relax. Whether you’re cheering for Team Canada or just love the spirit of international competition, the library offers a comfortable, friendly space to experience it all....

Used Book Sale

Posted in: February 13, 2026 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

Used books for sale, sweet! Take advantage of this Valentine’s Day offer until February 21. Check out your nearest branch to see what’s possible. Happy Valentine’s Day!...

Holiday Alert! Plan Ahead for This Weekend

Posted in: February 10, 2026 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

Heads up, everyone! Please plan ahead and pick up any library materials you’ll need before this Sunday, when all branches will be closed for scheduled downtime. But don’t worry — you won’t have to wait long! Budimir, Central, and Riverside will be open on Family Day (Monday, February 16) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and we’ll be back to full service at all locations starting Tuesday, Feb. 17. Remember, we’re always Open Online! No matter what your long weekend looks like, your library is always Continue Reading...

New for 2026: Access Consumer Reports Through the WPL Website

Posted in: January 19, 2026 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

Windsor Public Library customers now have an even better way to make confident, well-informed purchasing decisions! As of January 1, 2026, ConsumerReports.org WPL is offering full access to ConsumerReports.org, the trusted resource for unbiased product reviews, ratings, and expert recommendations. What’s Changing? Consumer Reports is no longer available through Flipster. Instead, we’ve upgraded to a more powerful, easy-to-use platform: ConsumerReports.org. Why the Change? The new online platform gives customers a searchable, user-friendly interface—one of the biggest reasons for the switch. You can now quickly look up Continue Reading...

Celebrate Robbie Burns Day at the Local History Branch

Posted in: January 15, 2026 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

Celebrate Scotland’s famed poet and lyricist, Robert Burns, and enjoy a taste of Scottish culture at WPL’s Local History Branch, located at 3312 Sandwich Street. We invite you to join us at 3pm for a poetry reading by Windsor’s poet laureate, Peter Hrastovec, and his special guests, Robert Earl Stewart and Laurie Smith. Enjoy some Scottish treats, crafts, and music while you’re here. Explore your Scottish ancestry using the Local History Branch’s genealogical resources. All ages welcome....

New Year, New Learning Opportunities at WPL!

Posted in: January 15, 2026 by WPLCommunications | Comments are closed

Windsor Public Library is excited to kick off 2026 with a brand‑new digital learning resource designed to inspire, challenge, and empower our community. As of January 1, 2026, all WPL cardholders now have free access to Universal Class—a robust online learning platform offering 600+ courses across more than 35 subject areas. Whether you’re looking to advance your career, learn a new hobby, or simply explore something that sparks your curiosity, Universal Class has something for everyone. Universal Class is found at windsorpubliclibrary.com in the e-resources section, Continue Reading...