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Temporary Hillcrest Library at Hamilton Gardens open now!

Hamilton City Libraries is excited to announce a temporary home for Hillcrest Library while work continues at its Masters Avenue site.

Visiting the pop-up library

Community Impact Survey

We invite you to share your thoughts on our library services by participating in this survey. This is a nationwide survey conducted on behalf of all Public Libraries in New Zealand (PLNZ). Your responses will play a crucial role in enhancing public library services nationwide.

Fill out the survey

Summer Reading Programme

Get ready for an unforgettable summer adventure as we take to the skies from Monday 15 December with our exciting reading programme for children, "Lift Off with Hamilton City Libraries! Te Ohomauri, Haaweratia!"

Highlights

Festive Season Fun

Various dates starting 27 November

Various libraries

It's getting warmer, which means it's time to get festive and craft some beautiful decorations for the summer. For adults we're offering workshops on crochet, painting, book binding and sewing, as well as a variety of crafts for kids.

See Festive Season Fun events

Summer Book Camp for teens and adults

Starting Monday 15 December

All Libraries

Ready to turn your reading game into a full-body workout and get lit(erary) fit? Join the Summer Book Camp, where the only things getting ripped are your reading goals!

More info Summer Book Camp

Innovative Family Education

Starting Saturday 29 November

Te Kete Aronui - Rototuna Library

This 6-session course helps parents and caregivers understand family education from a systemic and holistic perspective—not just learning parenting techniques, but uncovering the principles, logic, and direction behind effective family growth.

Low Waste Christmas Workshops

Tuesday 2 and Wednesday 10 December

Central and Te Kete Aronui - Rototuna Library

Curious about making this festive season more sustainable? Join one of our free workshops to learn practical tips for reducing waste and create a thoughtful DIY gift for someone special.

See details for Low Waste Christmas Workshops

芳香疗愈沙龙 · 芳香头疗与肩颈放松体验

时间：12月7日（星期日）上午 10:00 – 12:00

地点：Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library

让香气带走压力，在轻柔的头疗与肩颈放松中，唤醒身体的平衡与安宁。体验芳香疗法结合放松手法，学习如何运用天然精油舒缓紧绷、改善睡眠与专注力。

Macrame Christmas Decorations

Wednesday 10 December

Dinsdale Library

This December, get creative, learn new skills, and have fun by making a macrame Christmas Decoration. This workshop is suitable for children 9 and older.