The Terryberry branch parking lot elevator is out of order. The branch is still accessible via the ramp to the Mohawk doors and then the elevator in the middle of the building. We're working to get it fixed quickly.
Terryberry Branch Elevator Out of Order
Published:
Thursday, February 19, 2026 - 5:00pm
Kenilworth Branch - Electrical Work
Due to electrical work, the second floor will be closed today, Thursday, February 19 from Noon-7 pm. The first floor will remain accessible. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Thursday, February 19, 2026 - 9:00am
Carlisle Branch Accessible Door Out of Order
The accessibility door at Carlisle Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly.
Published:
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 - 2:30pm
Concession Branch - Upcoming Renovations
Starting the week of February 9, renovation preparations are underway in anticipation of the March 2 start. Computer availability may be limited, and the Living Room space is closed. Renovations are expected to wrap up by late Spring. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 1:00pm
Sherwood Branch - Upcoming Renovations
Renovation preparations are underway in anticipation of the March 2 start. Starting the week of February 23, the 2nd Floor will be closed. The Children's collection will be temporarily available on the 1st Floor. Renovations are expected to wrap up by late Spring. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 1:00pm
Central Library - Living Room Renovation Preparation
Starting Tuesday, February 10, the First Floor Living Room will be unavailable due to renovation preparations. Study and work spaces are available on Floors 2-3.
Please note the Noon Hour Concert on Friday, February 13, will be held at Terryberry Branch instead.
Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Friday, February 6, 2026 - 9:00am
Bookmobile Service Modification
Please note the following Bookmobile visit updates.
Thursday, February 19
Rockton (10:30am-11:30am) - Cancelled
Bennetto 5-5:30pm (instead of 4-5:30pm)
Wednesday, February 25
Swansea 10:00-10:30am - Cancelled
Helen Detwiler 11:00am-12:00pm - Cancelled
Warplane Museum 3:00-4:00pm - Cancelled
Friday, February 27
Winona 11:00am-12:00pm - Cancelled
Maplewood 2:30-4:00pm - Cancelled
Published:
Monday, February 2, 2026 - 3:15pm
Carlisle Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order
The accessible washroom at Carlisle Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
Published:
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 - 12:30pm
Central Library - Sunday Hours Paused
Effective Sunday, February 1, Sunday service hours at Central Library will be paused.
Sunday Hours will continue at Dundas, Red Hill, Terryberry, Turner Park, Valley Park and Waterdown Branches from 1-5pm.
Published:
Wednesday, January 21, 2026 - 11:00am
Hamilton Reads 2020
The Book | Programs and Events | Activities and Achievements | Author-Led Event | Recommendations
Hamilton Reads 2020 - Join the Conversation
Hamilton Reads is Hamilton Public Library's community-wide book club and more. This year, we discuss and delve into Moon of the Crusted Snow, by Waubgeshig Rice.
MOON OF THE CRUSTED SNOW
As a small northern Anishinaabe community grapples with dwindling food, power and cell service, panic builds when an unexpected visitor arrives from the south.
As a small northern Anishinaabe community grapples with dwindling food, power and cell service, panic builds when an unexpected visitor arrives from the south.
Author Waubgeshig Rice is from Wasauksing First Nation. He is also a journalist and radio host of CBC Up North.
ACTIVITIES AND ACHIEVEMENTS
We have compiled a list of goals for eager readers to take on, if you wish. (No pressure, just fun.)
Join in on our online discussion.
We have compiled a list of goals for eager readers to take on, if you wish. (No pressure, just fun.)
Join in on our online discussion.
AUTHOR-LED EVENT
Hear the stories behind the story from author Waubgeshig Rice.
Hear the stories behind the story from author Waubgeshig Rice.
RECOMMENDATIONS
There's more to read and listen to when it comes to themes explored in Moon of the Crusted Snow.
There's more to read and listen to when it comes to themes explored in Moon of the Crusted Snow.
