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
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.

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

Murdoch Collection: Alphabetical Listing

Aberfoyle - 27 December 1952, 11 April, 1964

Abingdon - 19 January 1952

Actinolite - 1 October 1960

Acton - 19 May 1956, 20 May 1961

Alberton - 29 September 1951, 16 February 1963

Aldershot - 22 September 1951

Algonquin Park - 19 November 1955

Algonquin Park Highland Inn - 11 May 1956

Allanburg - 2 June 1956

Allanburg - 2 May 1964

Alma - 30 November 1957

Ancaster - 3 February 1951

Ancaster-Dundas Road - 8 December 1952

Ancaster Township - 10 October 1959

Appleby - 6 October 1951

Arizona, USA - 3 December 1955, 10 December 1955

Arthur - 25 January 1958

Ash - 11 October 1952

Atikokan – Steep Rock Mines - 6 November 1954

Attercliffe - 17 January 1953, 16 March 1963

Aylmer - 26 September 1964

Ayr - 15 August 1953, 7 September 1963

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