Bookmobile Service is cancelled at Mohawk College (12-1 pm) on Monday, September 22. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Bookmobile Stops Cancelled
Published:
Friday, September 19, 2025 - 3:00pm
Replacement and Damage Fees
Bring back your borrowed library items (due Oct 1 or later) within 28 days to avoid a replacement or lost fee. We'll remove the fee when you bring back your overdue items.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, September 11, 2025 - 3:00pm
Kenilworth Branch - Temporary Closure (Sept 2 - Oct 10)
Due to roof repair maintenance, the Branch is temporarily closed from September 2 until October 10. Please visit the Red Hill, Parkdale, and Barton locations as your nearest branches for your library needs. On August 28-29, there may be some noise disruptions and limited parking spots while the roof repair set-up begins. Thank you for your patience.
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Published:
Monday, August 11, 2025 - 8:00am
Special Events Events
In-Branch Program
Get an up-close look at a big red fire truck.
- 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.
Discovery Centre - 77 Harbourside Way
Board a bus full of animals on this mobile zoo.
- 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.
- Locke Branch
- 285 Locke Street South Hamilton ON
In-Branch Celebration
Show your Library love for Locke Branch as we celebrate its 100th anniversary during Ontario Public Library Week Oct 19-25.
- Westdale Branch
- 955 King Street West Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Dress up to parade, dance and party.
- Sherwood Branch
- 467 Upper Ottawa Street Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Dress up to parade, dance and party.
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
Dress up to parade, dance and party.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Dig like an archaeologist, discover real historical artifacts and explore Hamilton’s 1918 flu history with fun hands-on activities for all ages.
- Locke Branch
- 285 Locke Street South Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
A magic show that is sure to amaze and entertain.
- Freelton Branch
- 1803 Brock Road Freelton ON
In-Branch Program
Hop in and learn about adopting rabbits and responsible pet ownership.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Celebration
Show your Library love for Central Library as we celebrate its 135th anniversary during Ontario Public Library Week Oct 19-25.
In-Branch Program
Practice safe bike riding skills.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Fall fair fun and games.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
In-Branch Program
Dress up to parade, dance and party.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Rocky Horror Picture Show.
- Kenilworth Branch
- 103 Kenilworth Avenue North Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Dress up to parade, dance and party.
- Red Hill Branch
- 695 Queenston Road Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Dress up to parade, dance and party.