Heat Warning for the City of Hamilton.
Significant heat and humidity will arrive on Saturday, August 9.
For information about heat-related illnesses, cool place locations and reducing your risk, visit hamilton.ca.
Heat Warning Notification for the City of Hamilton
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Saturday, August 9, 2025 - 9:00am
Bookmobile Stops Cancelled
The following Bookmobile stops are cancelled:
Stoney Creek Arena at 10 am
Discovery Centre at 1:30 pm
Millgrove at 3:30 pm
Apologies for this inconvenience.
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Bookmobile Stop:
Published:
Saturday, August 9, 2025 - 8:30am
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.
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Published:
Friday, August 8, 2025 - 12:00pm
Lynden Branch - Self-Serve Access Not Available
Self-Serve Access is not available until after 1 pm today, Friday, August 8. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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Published:
Thursday, August 7, 2025 - 5:15pm
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
Locke Branch - Filming Nearby
Filming will take place near the Locke Branch from August 4 to 8, which will impact traffic flow and parking. We apologize for the inconvenience.
- East and West Side of Locke Street South
- North and South Side of Herkimer Street
- North and South Side of Stanley Avenue
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Published:
Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 11:30am
Terryberry Branch Elevator Out of Order
The parking lot elevator at Terryberry Branch is not working. Members will need to use the accessible ramp at the Mohawk entrance and the inner elevator. We're working to get it fixed quickly.
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Published:
Saturday, May 31, 2025 - 1:00pm
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.
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Published:
Friday, May 23, 2025 - 4:30pm
Special Events Events
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Puppet shows, stories and songs.
- Terryberry Branch
- 100 Mohawk Road West Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Puppet shows, stories and songs.
- Carlisle Branch
- 277 Carlisle Road Carlisle ON
On My Swim by Kari-Lynn Winters
Read a story on route.
- Ancaster Branch
- 300 Wilson St East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Explore dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures.
- Sherwood Branch
- 467 Upper Ottawa Street Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Children's musician Shawny plays songs from his new album Go Go Stop - Music and Movement.
- Westdale Branch
- 955 King Street West Hamilton ON
Jess Hannigan
Meet the author of Spider in the Well and Bear Out There!
- Carlisle Branch
- 277 Carlisle Road Carlisle ON
In-Branch Program
Storytime fun with children's author Lana Button.
- Mount Hope Branch
- 3027 Homestead Drive, RR1 Mount Hope ON
In-Branch Program
Puppet shows, stories and songs.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Young, talented entrepreneurs showcase their creative works.
- Red Hill Branch
- 695 Queenston Road Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Explore dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures.
- Barton Branch
- 571 Barton Street East Hamilton ON
Amazing Butterflies and Moths
Get a close up look at butterflies and moths.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Puppet shows, stories and songs.
- Stoney Creek Branch
- 777 Highway 8 Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
Singer, songwriter and family entertainer performs original and children's songs.
- Saltfleet Branch
- 131 Grays Road Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
Explore dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
In-Branch Program
Puppet shows, stories and songs.
- Parkdale Branch
- 256 Parkdale Ave N Hamilton ON
Branch Parking Lot
Board a bus full of animals on this mobile zoo.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
Make Your Money Last as Long as You
Learn expert tips on extending your life expectancy while also keeping up with your finances.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
How we Co-Built a Collaborative Archaeological Field School
McMaster University's Department of Anthropology discusses its work with Indigenous partners to develop a joint archaeology field school at a 17th-century Neutral village near Hamilton.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
Travel Made Easy: Journeys and Tips for Mature Explorers
A fun, educational and inspiring speaker series focused on promoting vibrant aging, social connection and practical knowledge.
