About the Library
Collections and Programs
Items for loan include Adult and Children's fiction and non-fiction, graphic novels, magazines, music, audiobooks, video games (Xbox, PS4, Nintendo Wii & Switch) and movies (DVDs and Blu-ray). As a branch of Winnipeg Public Library, members can also access an extensive eLibrary for downloadable eBooks, eMagazines, information resources and online journals, and streaming movies and music.
Osborne Library offers a Seed Library in February (borrow seeds) and November (return seeds), as well as free garden workshops throughout the year. The Seed Library encourages gardening and local food production and operates in partnership with The People Garden of Sustainable South Osborne. Learn more about the Osborne Seed Library.
The Library offers programs and workshops for all ages. Browse our Upcoming Events to find what's on, or pick up a copy of At The Library. Some programs require registration. All library programs are free.
Facility and Services
Osborne Library is located in the Fort Rouge Recreation and Leisure Centre. The Library has bookable computers with MS Office and Internet access, and free WiFi. There are tables for studying and small group work. Photocopying and printing is available for a fee. Scanning to email is free.
More information about meeting rooms for rent.
Tours for groups of any age and class visits are available. To book your tour or class visit contact the library.
For your convenience, there is an after-hours book return on the front of the building.
Battery Recycling is available in all branches of Winnipeg Public Library. Look for the Call2Recycle box and dispose your batteries using the bags provided.
History
Osborne Library opened in 1941 in a storefront at 719 Osborne followed by a move in 1957 to 700 Osborne. In 1982, 150 children from local schools took part in a book brigade to move books to the new location two blocks down the street at the Fort Rouge Recreation and Leisure Centre. The 4,120 sq.ft. library was renovated in 2010.