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
Video Games at the Library
Gaming at the Library just got easier with the addition of Nintendo Switch at select branches. Starting at the Central Library, book time with the console using the Makerspace booking calendar.
Bookings can be made for two hours, and up to four (4) individuals can play together. You’ll need a Hamilton Public Library card and must be 14 years or older and/or accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Video Game Tournaments are also held across many of our branches, where children and teens can sign up for our various programming that showcases a particular four-player game. Compete against others to claim the title of champion in these one-hour sessions.
Programming can be found on our Events page for video games. Register your spot today to start playing.
Keep an eye out for more Nintendo Switch consoles coming to a branch near you!
Video Games currently available:
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
Super Mario Party Superstars
FIFA 24
Rocket League
Overcooked 2
Minecraft Dungeons
Switch Sports.
