Bookmobile - Delayed Service
The Stoney Creek Arena Bookmobile visit will be a bit late to the 10:30am scheduled stop today, Saturday, September 14. Thank you for your understanding.
Ancaster Branch USB Printing Unavailable
Printing is currently unavailable at our Ancaster Branch. We are working to fix the issue. Thank you for your understanding.
Central Library - Supercrawl Temporary Road Closures
If you are planning to visit Central Library, please take into account the following temporary road closures and consider taking HSR or other forms of transit.
Thursday, September 12 at 7 pm until Monday, September 16 at 5 am: York Boulevard, Bay Street to Hughson Street
Thursday, September 12 at 1:30 am until Monday, September 16 at 5 am: James Street North, King Street to Strachan Street
Red Hill Branch USB Printing Unavailable
Printing is currently unavailable at Red Hill Branch. We are working to fix the issue. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Sherwood Branch - Parking Lot Access
Starting Thursday, September 5th, the rear parking lot at the Sherwood Branch will be closed due to repaving. Accessible parking spaces at the branch will be unavailable. Members may park at the neighboring plaza where spots are available during the closure.
The accessible ramp at the front of the branch (Upper Ottawa Street) and the drop box at the rear will both remain available.
Thank you for your patience.
Terryberry Branch: Open with Modified Hours During Construction
UPDATED: From September 3 - 19, the Terryberry Branch will be OPEN with modified service hours due to construction.
Monday - Thursday: 5 - 8 pm
Study Hall: 8 pm - Midnight (resumes September 3)
Friday, September 6 and 13: Closed
Saturday: 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday: 1 - 5 pm
The parking lot, including accessible spots, will remain available.
Members may visit the Concession and Turner Park Branches as their next nearest locations for their library needs.
Greetings from Hamilton
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