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

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 at various locations around the city – partnering with other community groups when possible. “We’re so Continue Reading...
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THROWBACK THURSDAY

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With the unofficial start of summer with the first long holiday weekend of the season, this week’s Throwback Thursday Pic is of an aerial photograph of a long traffic jam of cars trying to cross the Ambassador Bridge back into Canada. This image was taken sometime in the 1950s, showing a situation many Windsorites are very familiar with having to wait too pass through customs on their way home. On the right of the bridge is Assumption University (University of Windsor), and large structure across the Continue Reading...
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FOREST GLADE BRANCH CELEBRATES 35 YEARS

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Forest Glade branch is celebrating a birthday on Monday, May 15.  For 35 years it has been providing entertainment, educational and information resources to the residents of East Windsor. An Open House is scheduled from 3 to 5 pm.  Library staff would love to have the community stop by to celebrate:  food, fun activities and giveaways are scheduled. The 5,500 sq. ft. facility was officially opened on May 15, 1988.  Designed by local architect John Hreno, a major renovation took place in 2021 upgrading both the Continue Reading...
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THROWBACK THURSDAY

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As we head into another travel season, this week’s Throwback Thursday Pic was taken sometime in the 1930s at Windsor International Airport. The photograph is of a Trans Canada Airlines (predecessor to Air Canada) Lockheed 10 Electra arriving at Windsor. According to Wikipedia, the Lockheed 10 Electra had a crew of 2 and a capacity of 10 passengers with a cruising speed of 185 mph and a cruising altitude of about 21,000 feet. The range for the Electra was about 810 miles. Build by Lockheed Aircraft Continue Reading...
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WPL IS MORE THAN BOOKS!

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Windsor Public Library sure doesn’t stand in the way of true love – particularly when a long road trip is involved. Who can say ‘nay’ when Archie, a beautiful and very rare Dutch Cremello, stopped by Central Branch in downtown Windsor the other day.  Archie and his family were en route from Toronto to South Carolina to hook up with his girlfriend when they needed some assistance – and of course since WPL ‘is more than books’, we were happy to help out. Archie was ‘hoarse’ Continue Reading...
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WINDSOR PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD APPOINTMENTS

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The first meeting of the 2023-2026 Windsor Public Library Board took place Tuesday, February 21 at John Muir Branch in West Windsor. Following nominations, Ward 4 Councillor Mark McKenzie was acclaimed as chairperson and Ward 9 Councillor, Kieran Mckenzie, was acclaimed as Vice-Chairperson. WINDSOR PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2023-2026 City of Windsor Representatives Councillor Renaldo Agostino Councillor Kieran McKenzie Councillor Mark McKenzie Community Representatives Nicole Daignault Massimo De Menech Marko Jovanovic Moustafa Yahfoufi...
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CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH

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very 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’s 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.
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’s  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’s also an opportunity for the majority of Canadians to learn about the experiences of Black Canadians in our society, and the vital role this community has Continue Reading...
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keep your library card active in 2023!

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Happy New Year from WPL!  Keep your library card up to date to ensure continued access to our resources, both physical and digital.  If you’re not sure when or if your card has expired call 519-255-6770 or visit your local branch.  We’re here to help you make 2023 a year to read, learn & discover!...
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HOLIDAY ENTERTAINING: WE CAN MAKE YOU A STAR

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We’re More Than Books’ Campaign
Your favourite public library can help take the stress out of the holidays. Throughout December and culminating with New Year festivities, the year-long WPL ‘We’re More Than Books’ Campaign comes to an end with a primer on holiday entertaining.  Let us provide a virtual chef, party planner, sommelier and maître d’ – they’re all just a click away. The year-long campaign has focussed – in a fun way – on resources not usually associated with public libraries, but resources which are necessary for us to survive in Continue Reading...
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RESOURCES AVAILABLE TO ASSIST WITH MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH

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In October, the WPL ‘We’re More Than Books’ Campaign continues, featuring the many ways customers can search for knowledge and comprehension in a hectic and chaotic world – we call phase 5 of the campaign – ‘Shelf Help”.
Nurture your physical and mental health by managing stress and workplace burnout and also by developing coping skills and by releasing your untapped potential.  Invest in yourself by exploring Windsor Public Library self-help resources and programs. In October, the WPL ‘We’re More Than Books’ Campaign continues, featuring the many ways customers can search for knowledge and comprehension in a hectic and chaotic world – we call phase 5 of the campaign – ‘Shelf Help”.   We’d like Windsorites to discover what many customers have known for a while – a library card Continue Reading...
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