Beat the Monday Blues and get back into the socializing groove with with a neighbourhood adventure and chat.

Are you reading or watching anything interesting? Tell us about it! 

We leave from Central at 10am and we'll be back before 11am for refreshments [and your next read or watch].

All are welcome, children must be accompanied by a guardian. 

An open book club for knitting/crochetting/yarn enthusiasts. Come and chat books - what you're reading, what you've read, authors you enjoy, etc. etc. etc. - while working on your latest projects. Join us every two weeks and enjoy a complimentary bookmark of the book/authors recommended from the previous Knit Wit meeting. Take a skein, leave a skein - yarn swapping encouraged!

Join in our first Pokemon Scavenger hunt! Taking place Monday to Friday. Prepare to catch ‘em all!

Bring a mate and play chess at the Forest Glade library every Monday 3:30-5:30PM. Compete with others.

Join us every Monday evening at the Central branch for a drop in craft. Let your creativity shine!

Best suited for ages 5-8; assistance from caregiver may be required. 

No registration necessary. 

Looking for something to do after dark? Why not explore some new games with our Nintendo Switch? Browse our game selection and choose what you would like to play! Half-hour time slots are available every Monday and Wednesday night! Ages 7+. Call ahead to reserve a spot or take a chance and drop-in!

Join us Mondays in May for Kids' Club! Drop-in at 6:30 and see what we have planned! Ages 5-12, 10 and under with a caregiver. 

This story time is open to all ages, picture books/board books will be read.

All children must have adult supervision.

Story time will be 1/2 hour long.

Location : Central

Join us at Bridgeview Library for stories, songs, and activities.

Come join us for some fun reading time for adults with their support worker. We will read and listen to a story and enjoy an activity. This program will run bi-weekly. 

FREE exercise classes for older adults aged 55+ !
Join VON SMART and WPL for a fun, 45 minute – 1 hour seated exercise class, that will focus on upper/lower body strength, balance, coordination, and flexibility! This program has a waitlist; see Budimir staff with your contact info to be added to the list.
 

Let’s Talk English on Zoom!
 Join our Zoom ESL discussion circle to improve your English conversational skills. Let us know if you are interested and call to register: 519-255-6770 x 3300 or 5400
 Please provide your phone and email address.

FREE exercise classes for older adults aged 55+ starting in September!
Join VON SMART and WPL for a fun, 45 minute – 1 hour seated exercise class, that will focus on upper/lower body strength, balance, coordination, and flexibility!
Currently waitlisted. Pick up a registration package today from the circulation desk and bring it with you on the first day of class.

Join us at Bridgeview Library for an hour of kids activities, including crafting and games, ages 6-12 years old. No registration required. 

Central is now hosting an in-person book club!

Our first book will be: Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman

About the book:

Eleanor Oliphant leads a simple life. She wears the same clothes to work every day, eats the same meal for lunch every day, and buys the same two botttles of vodka to drink every weekend. Eleanor Oliphant is happy. Nothing is missing from her carefully time-tabled existence. Except, sometimes, everything...

For more information or to join and receive a copy of the book, please email Erica at emckenzie@windsorpubliclibrary.com

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

Youths who love to write or who need help developing their writing skills are welcome to join the Youth Creative Writing Club! Open to participants 11-16 years of age, this group explores writing of different styles and genres, provide exercises, and will help you develop your writing skills. Registration is required.

Every month, take a wander outside of Budimir Library and discover a story! This month, be sure to check out Rot, The Cutest in the World, by Ben Clayton

A mutant potato learns that he’s pear-fect just the way he is in this bright, fun, and silly picture book from the creator of It Came in the Mail that will have kids collapsing in giggles (and rescuing the contents of the vegetable drawer).

Rot is a mutant potato. Like most mutant potatoes, Rot loves all sorts of games and contests. So when he sees a sign for the “Cutest in the World Contest,” he can’t wait to enter.

But when Rot realizes who he’s up against—an itty-bitty baby bunny, a little-wittle cuddly kitten, and an eenie-weenie jolly jellyfish—he loses confidence. Will the judges find room in their hearts for an adorable mutant potato?e

Be Sure to scan the QR code at the begining or end of the story to tell us what you think!

I like my monsters like I like my humans - in all shapes and sizes! Pop in anytime from 3-6pm for an easy pop-in crafting program to celebrate author and illustrator Elise Gravel's style Monsters. There will be supplies to cut, colour and glue together a monster of your own! 

No registration required. This is a self-directed, pop-in craft for school aged kids. 

Drop by after school or after dinner to play and create LEGO masterpieces!

Drop in program, all skill levels welcome. For ages 4 to 104 (children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult).

Registration required for this adults-only craft night. We will be making art using the "reversal stencil" technique. 

Let's Talk English at Fontainebleau Library

Are you a newcomer to Canada or just someone who would like to improve conversational English and meet new friends?

Come join our weekly English Conversation Circle at Fontainebleau Library. Wednesdays 6 - 7

Please register to attend

New to writing poetry, or been doing it all alone for a while? Why not join a group of fellow poets to share and get inspiration (and advice)! Join the Live Poet's Society at our Budimir Branch on the last Wednesday of every month. Open to all adults interested in writing and sharing their work!

Looking for something to do after dark? Why not explore some new games with our Nintendo Switch? Browse our game selection and choose what you would like to play! Half-hour time slots are available every Monday and Wednesday night! Ages 7+. Call ahead to reserve a spot or take a chance and drop-in!

Come down to the Central Library for a weekly video game night!! There is an Xbox Series X to play on and a bunch of different games!! 

Stop by and de-stress. Colour on our community colouring table. Available during open hours. All ages.

This month the Riverside Story Window features "Salma the Syrian Chef" by Danny Ramadan. You're sure to enjoy a book about community, culture, and FOOD!

Pick up your craftivity kit with Salma's bonus recipe for Foul Shami.

Thursday mornings are full of stories at songs at the Riverside Library. Join Ms. Kate for weekly storytimes to help introduce families to the wonderful world of reading. With lots of puppets and props to engage our littlest learners.  Ideal for Ages 0-6. You can find us in the basement in the Riverside Lions Room.

Drop in and join us for an hour of colouring at the Riverside Branch. All ages welcome. 

Knits are a HIT! Are you a knitter looking for an excuse to get out of the house? Want to talk over your latest projects, get advice, and meet other crafters like you? Come to Budimir Library on Thursdays from 10:30-12:30 for Knit Happens! All skill levels and experience welcome, and any yarn crafter can join! Crochet, knit, whatever you please! 

Have some yarn in your stash you don't need anymore? Leave a Skein, or take a Skein with our yarn swap. Tired of your yarn getting tangled? Use our ball winder to make easy to use balls of yarn. We will have a variety of pattern books available for browsing, and encourage pattern sharing! We even have a small selection of knitting tools in case of a crafting emergency. 

Don't worry if you run into trouble, because your fellow yarn enthusiasts will know that sometimes, Knit Happens!

Join us every Thursday 11 am-12:00 pm to destress, chat  & meet new friends while you enjoy some tea, cookies and relaxing music while you colour! 

A wide array of colouring books  to suit every adult will be available each week!

Come on by!

Colouring program for adults

to relieve stress 

and improve

mental concentration 

increasing our power to

levitate.

Plus its just plain 

F   U   N   .

Join us at Bridgeview Library for an hour of crafting, ages 4-12 years old. No registration required. 

Not sure what to read next? Let the library surprise you! You can request a personalized book bundle tailored to your specific needs. Simply click the link below and fill out the form to tell us a little about your reading preferences. We will review your submission and pick some books we think you would enjoy based on your tastes. There is no better way to discover new favourites, and perhaps revisit old ones as well. All ages are welcome to participate. Please allow 2-3 business days for a response. Pickup only available at the Seminole branch. 

If you miss socializing, this group is for you! Come and espresso yourself! Join in lively discussions and make new friends!

Join Teen Art club for an hour of crafting every other Friday! We'll try everything from the latest social media art trends to exploring classic techniques to express ourselves and create!

Drop in between 9:30 and 4:30 to make a corner bookmark! 

On the first Saturday of every month, Fontainebleau's Travel Through Time Book Club reads a historical fiction book, then meets up to talk about it. This month we are reading Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger. We are happy to welcome new members, so give us a call to register and stop by to pick up your copy of the next book!

Children of all ages can join us at the John Muir Library for a weekly family story time. Experience stories, songs, rhymes, flannel boards, and a craft. This program is packed with fun activities and designed to promote reading and encourage early literacy.

Alternating Fridays/Saturdays. Check calendar for dates.

Families are invited to join us for storytime at 11:15am at the Seminole branch every Saturday. The whole family can enjoy listening to stories, singing songs, and moving to some fun tunes! Children of all ages will develop important early literacy skills and a lifelong love of reading and learning. Participants can stay afterward for a craft and activity session. No registration required, just drop-in.

Come visit us at Central Library every other Saturday to play a fun game of Scrabble! This Scrabble Club is soon to be NASPA certified

Feel free to BYOB - Bring Your Own Board! We will also have a few sets on hand

Stop by and de-stress. Colour on our community colouring table. Available during open hours. All ages.

Decorate gingerbread people to celebrate the day using supplies provided! Note: These are not edible but make a great decoration!

Bring a mate and play chess at the Forest Glade library every Monday 3:30-5:30PM. Compete with others.

Try your hand at creating a unique poem using the words provided. Older children and teens welcome! No registration required.

Celebrate National Donut Day with with Budimir Library at our DONUT PARTY! Take part in baking donuts and decorating them with your favourite toppings!

For ages 7+
Registration required. Call 519-255-6770 ext. 3350 to register.

Join us every Monday evening at the Central branch for a drop in craft. Let your creativity shine!

Best suited for ages 5-8; assistance from caregiver may be required. 

No registration necessary. 

Join us for an evening of live music at John Muir branch as we host musician Tom Markham. Originally from Sandwich town, Tom has played live folk music for over 50 years across the country. His performances have also been featured on programs such as CBC's "The Music Makers" and CKLW radio. Armed with his trusty 12-string guitar, Tom Markham will provide us with an unforgettable night of folk music. 

Looking for something to do after dark? Why not explore some new games with our Nintendo Switch? Browse our game selection and choose what you would like to play! Half-hour time slots are available every Monday and Wednesday night! Ages 7+. Call ahead to reserve a spot or take a chance and drop-in!

Join us Mondays in June for Kids' Club! Drop-in at 6:30 and see what we have planned! Ages 7-12, 10 and under with a caregiver. 

This story time is open to all ages, picture books/board books will be read.

All children must have adult supervision.

Story time will be 1/2 hour long.

Location : Central

Join us at Bridgeview Library for stories, songs, and activities.

Come and join us for a fun sensory storytime for adults with their support person. Our storytime will include stories, songs, movement, and art. Held weekly, Tuesdays at 10:30 at the Riverside Library. For more information, call Alexandra at 519-255-6770 ext. 4404. 

FREE exercise classes for older adults aged 55+ !
Join VON SMART and WPL for a fun, 45 minute – 1 hour seated exercise class, that will focus on upper/lower body strength, balance, coordination, and flexibility! This program has a waitlist; see Budimir staff with your contact info to be added to the list.
 

Let’s Talk English on Zoom!
 Join our Zoom ESL discussion circle to improve your English conversational skills. Let us know if you are interested and call to register: 519-255-6770 x 3300 or 5400
 Please provide your phone and email address.

FREE exercise classes for older adults aged 55+ starting in September!
Join VON SMART and WPL for a fun, 45 minute – 1 hour seated exercise class, that will focus on upper/lower body strength, balance, coordination, and flexibility!
Currently waitlisted. Pick up a registration package today from the circulation desk and bring it with you on the first day of class.

Business Advice and Consultation Office Hours

Are you starting or expanding your small business? The Small Business & Entrepreneurship Centre is offering guidance and complimentary professional advice through one-on-one consultation to entrepreneurs in Sandwich and west-Windsor. In-person office hours will be conducted the first Tuesday of every month from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Windsor Public Library John Muir Branch - 363 Mill St, Windsor. Walk-ins are welcome based on availability. 

About the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Centre

Since 1992, the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Centre has provided thousands of entrepreneurs with the training and support necessary to start and grow successful businesses in Windsor and Essex County. We offer guidance and complimentary professional advice from ideation and concept, through start-up and operation, to the early growth and expansion stages of business.

Join us at Bridgeview Library for an hour of kids activities, including crafting and games, ages 6-12 years old. No registration required. 

Movie and cinema aficionados are invited to join the Film Discussion Club. We meet every two weeks to discuss a movie, explore the history of cinema, and allow film fans a chance to connect and share ideas. Registration is required. 

Not Your Average Book Club allows YOU, the reader, to choose your book based on a monthly theme. 

June's Reading Theme is: A BOOK THAT ACQUAINTS YOU WITH THE NIGHT

Meetings will take place via ZOOM, therefore pre-registration and access to a computer is required.

For more information, please contact Erica at emckenzie@windsorpubliclibrary.com

Happy Reading!

Drop by after school or after dinner to play and create LEGO masterpieces!

Drop in program, all skill levels welcome. For ages 4 to 104 (children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult).

Let's Talk English at Fontainebleau Library

Are you a newcomer to Canada or just someone who would like to improve conversational English and meet new friends?

Come join our weekly English Conversation Circle at Fontainebleau Library. Wednesdays 6 - 7

Please register to attend

Looking for something to do after dark? Why not explore some new games with our Nintendo Switch? Browse our game selection and choose what you would like to play! Half-hour time slots are available every Monday and Wednesday night! Ages 7+. Call ahead to reserve a spot or take a chance and drop-in!

Come down to the Central Library for a weekly video game night!! There is an Xbox Series X to play on and a bunch of different games!! 

Thursday mornings are full of stories at songs at the Riverside Library. Join Ms. Kate for weekly storytimes to help introduce families to the wonderful world of reading. With lots of puppets and props to engage our littlest learners.  Ideal for Ages 0-6. You can find us in the basement in the Riverside Lions Room.

Drop in and join us for an hour of colouring at the Riverside Branch. All ages welcome. 

Knits are a HIT! Are you a knitter looking for an excuse to get out of the house? Want to talk over your latest projects, get advice, and meet other crafters like you? Come to Budimir Library on Thursdays from 10:30-12:30 for Knit Happens! All skill levels and experience welcome, and any yarn crafter can join! Crochet, knit, whatever you please! 

Have some yarn in your stash you don't need anymore? Leave a Skein, or take a Skein with our yarn swap. Tired of your yarn getting tangled? Use our ball winder to make easy to use balls of yarn. We will have a variety of pattern books available for browsing, and encourage pattern sharing! We even have a small selection of knitting tools in case of a crafting emergency. 

Don't worry if you run into trouble, because your fellow yarn enthusiasts will know that sometimes, Knit Happens!

Join us every Thursday 11 am-12:00 pm to destress, chat  & meet new friends while you enjoy some tea, cookies and relaxing music while you colour! 

A wide array of colouring books  to suit every adult will be available each week!

Come on by!

Colouring program for adults

to relieve stress 

and improve

mental concentration 

increasing our power to

levitate.

Plus its just plain 

F   U   N   .

Are you looking to contribute to your community while meeting other teens and earning community service hours? Become a member of our Teen Advisory Group! Participants will meet once a month to suggest and review new book and movie titles, create displays, and discuss how to improve and promote our youth services. Snacks will be provided! Any students in grades 9-12 are welcome to attend.

Join us at Bridgeview Library for an hour of crafting, ages 4-12 years old. No registration required. 

Drop by Central Branch for some fun PD Day activities. Make a piece of art at the collage station, build a masterpiece at the Lego station, and challenge your friends/family to a variety of board games!

Activities are self-directed. Ages 4+ with guardian.

Celebrate your individuality with these crazy mouth party favours! Pick up your Take and Make kit at the John Muir Branch on Friday, June 9th.  While supplies last.

Celebrate the colourful work of writer/illustrator Eric Carle with this take and make kit. Create a hungry caterpillar puppet and a flower crown, then head outside and look for some of the critters that appear in Eric Carle's books! Ages 4+.

Not sure what to read next? Let the library surprise you! You can request a personalized book bundle tailored to your specific needs. Simply click the link below and fill out the form to tell us a little about your reading preferences. We will review your submission and pick some books we think you would enjoy based on your tastes. There is no better way to discover new favourites, and perhaps revisit old ones as well. All ages are welcome to participate. Please allow 2-3 business days for a response. Pickup only available at the Seminole branch. 

It's almost summer! Drop in anytime between 9:30am and 4pm to make your own ice cream themed bookmark. Celebrate the last PA Day of the year at Fontainebleau!

Drop in Friday, June 9 between 9:30 and 4:30 and make a paper strawberry rhubarb pie.  

Drop in on the PA Day to Budimir Library between 9:30 and 4:30 to make a caterpillar craft in celebration of The Very Hungry Caterpillar children's book.

Join us at Bridgeview for some colouring, creative expression and relaxtaion.

Children of all ages can join us at the John Muir Library for a weekly family story time. Experience stories, songs, rhymes, flannel boards, and a craft. This program is packed with fun activities and designed to promote reading and encourage early literacy.

Alternating Fridays/Saturdays. Check calendar for dates.

For the June 9th PA Day craft we will be have a make your own comic strip craft. Explore comic creation by creating your own comic strip at the Forest Glade Library. Ages 6-16.

Saturday June 9th from 12 PM-1 PM

No registration necessary.

Explore comic creation by creating your own comic strip at the Bridgeview Library. Ages 6-16.

No registration necessary.

Families are invited to the Seminole branch to watch 'The Lego Movie' and 'The Lego Movie 2'. While the movies are playing, attendees will have access to our huge collection of Lego bricks and accessories to play with!  For those who are a little competitive, try out one of our Lego building challenges!

Are you an immigrant or a newcomer looking to practice your English reading and speaking skills in an informal and relaxed environment? Join Zina at Seminole branch at 12pm every other Friday to practice reading engaging books with others, share ideas about them, and make lifelong friends.

No registration required, just drop-in.

Hello Tweens!  Spend a couple hours a Bridgeview Branch enjoying some relaxing colouring activities. We will supply all of the materials!

For ages 9-12'ish with caregiver.  No registration required.

Did Ticketmaster ruin your chance to get tickets to see Taylor Swift? Come celebrate her weekend in Detroit with WPL instead!

Dress as your favorite Taylor Swift era and join other fans in playing some Swiftie Trivia, making friendship bracelets and for a chance to win a Taylor Swift tote bag!

Pick up a Take & Make kit and enjoy making a beautiful fluttery butterfly craft that will flap its wings! 

Children ages 6 and up are invited to join members of the Windsor Magic Circle monthly for a morning of fun! You’ll learn magic basics to amaze your friends and family.

Families are invited to join us for storytime at 11:15am at the Seminole branch every Saturday. The whole family can enjoy listening to stories, singing songs, and moving to some fun tunes! Children of all ages will develop important early literacy skills and a lifelong love of reading and learning. Participants can stay afterward for a craft and activity session. No registration required, just drop-in.

Come visit us at Central Library every other Saturday to play a fun game of Scrabble! This Scrabble Club is soon to be NASPA certified

Feel free to BYOB - Bring Your Own Board! We will also have a few sets on hand

Welcome to our co-working, co-creating space!

Beat burnout and replenish some spoons at the Central branch on alternating Saturday afternoons. 

Knit, draw, do a puzzle, set up your sewing machine, write a story, read a book, relax. 

Puzzles, colouring pages, and simple art supplies will be available. Feel free to bring your own creative projects to work on.

Call or email if you have any questions - all are welcome!

Do you have a great story to tell?  Do you love to draw?   Children and teens join us for a creative afternoon  as we writing and illustrate stories.  

Space is limited to 10 participants sign up today

Stop by and de-stress. Colour on our community colouring table. Available during open hours. All ages.

Get ready to search high and low to uncover little bits of summer! Each day will include a new challenge! Takes place Monday to Friday.

Bring a mate and play chess at the Forest Glade library every Monday 3:30-5:30PM. Compete with others.

Try your hand at creating a unique poem using the words provided. Older children and teens welcome! No registration required.

Join us every Monday evening at the Central branch for a drop in craft. Let your creativity shine!

Best suited for ages 5-8; assistance from caregiver may be required. 

No registration necessary. 

Each month, join us to create something crafty out of paper, such as a greeting card, paper flowers or a 3d creation. This month, create a mini gazebo that lights up. Registration required. Please register by calling 519-255-6770 ex. 5500 or emailing jvermette@windsorpubliclibrary.com.

Looking for something to do after dark? Why not explore some new games with our Nintendo Switch? Browse our game selection and choose what you would like to play! Half-hour time slots are available every Monday and Wednesday night! Ages 7+. Call ahead to reserve a spot or take a chance and drop-in!

Join us Mondays in June for Kids' Club! Drop-in at 6:30 and see what we have planned! Ages 7-12, 10 and under with a caregiver. 

Show Dad how much he means to you with a homemade card! 

Kit will include the items needed to make a fun and unique Father's Day Card.

Ages 4+

This story time is open to all ages, picture books/board books will be read.

All children must have adult supervision.

Story time will be 1/2 hour long.

Location : Central

Join us at Bridgeview Library for stories, songs, and activities.

Come join us for some fun reading time for adults with their support worker. We will read and listen to a story and enjoy an activity. This program will run bi-weekly. 

FREE exercise classes for older adults aged 55+ !
Join VON SMART and WPL for a fun, 45 minute – 1 hour seated exercise class, that will focus on upper/lower body strength, balance, coordination, and flexibility! This program has a waitlist; see Budimir staff with your contact info to be added to the list.
 

Let’s Talk English on Zoom!
 Join our Zoom ESL discussion circle to improve your English conversational skills. Let us know if you are interested and call to register: 519-255-6770 x 3300 or 5400
 Please provide your phone and email address.

FREE exercise classes for older adults aged 55+ starting in September!
Join VON SMART and WPL for a fun, 45 minute – 1 hour seated exercise class, that will focus on upper/lower body strength, balance, coordination, and flexibility!
Currently waitlisted. Pick up a registration package today from the circulation desk and bring it with you on the first day of class.

Join us at Bridgeview Library for an hour of kids activities, including crafting and games, ages 6-12 years old. No registration required. 

Youths who love to write or who need help developing their writing skills are welcome to join the Youth Creative Writing Club! Open to participants 11-16 years of age, this group explores writing of different styles and genres, provide exercises, and will help you develop your writing skills. Registration is required.