Extended Heat Warning in Effect

The Medical Officer of Health for the City of Hamilton has initiated an Extended Heat Warning starting today, Monday, August 11. The Extended Heat Warning will remain in effect until a cancellation notice is sent.

For information about heat-related illnesses, cool place locations, and reducing your risk, visit www.hamilton.ca/heat.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Monday, August 11, 2025 - 10:00am
Kenilworth Branch - Upcoming Temporary Closure

Due to roof repair maintenance, the Branch is temporarily closed from September 2 until October 10. Please visit Parkdale and Barton locations as your nearest branches for your library needs. Thank you for your understanding.

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Published:
Monday, August 11, 2025 - 8:00am
Turner Park - Outdoor Maintenance and Repairs

From August 18-19, accessible parking spots at the back of the building will not be available due to concrete and perimeter walkway repairs. From August 20-22, the main entrance from the back of the building will not be available. Please use the sidewalk on the side of the Branch to enter through the front entrance (off Rymal Road East) and gain access to the back parking lot. Thank you for your understanding.

Published:
Friday, August 8, 2025 - 12:00pm
Printing, Photocopying and Scanning Unavailable at Dundas Branch

Printing and photocopying are not working at Dundas Branch. We're working to get these working again as soon as possible.

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Published:
Saturday, August 2, 2025 - 9:45am
Public Computers - Audio Volume

Please note that the audio volume levels on our public computers are having issues. The estimated time of disruption is unknown at this time. Thank you for your patience.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 4:00pm
Mount Hope Branch Accessibile Ramp Not Available

The accessibility ramp at Mount Hope Branch is damaged. The handrail is not available. The ramp will not be available while being repaired. We aim to fix it quickly.

Published:
Friday, May 23, 2025 - 4:30pm

Makerspace And Technology Events

In-Branch Program

Learn to design and create projects on this crafting machine.

In-Branch Program

Trace your roots using Ancestry Library Edition.
Bring your tech questions and get one-on-one help.

In-Branch Program

A welcome space for all makers.
Build on what you have learned from Basic Computer Skills 1. Learn more about using the keyboard and drives. Ideal for new computer users.

In-Branch Program

Unleash your inner filmmaker.
Design and build electronic creations and learn about the circuits and their power.

In-Branch Program

Bring your your phone, tablet or laptop computer and your technology questions to this drop-in program.

In-Branch Program

Bring your your phone, tablet or laptop computer and your technology questions to this drop-in program.

In-Branch Program

Learn to code with Ozobots.

In-Branch Program

Unleash your inner filmmaker.
Learn how to mend small stains, rips and holes in your clothes using the embroidery machine in Makerspace.
Bring your tech questions and get one-on-one help.

In-Branch Program

Build a video game from scratch.
Bring your tech questions and get one-on-one help.

In-Branch Program

Bring your your phone, tablet or laptop computer and your technology questions to this drop-in program.

In-Branch Program

Learn how to use an embroidery machine.

In-Branch Program

Learn basic graphic design using the free online design tool Canva.
Bring your tech questions and get one-on-one help.

In-Branch Program

Bring your your phone, tablet or laptop computer and your technology questions to this drop-in program.