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Explore stories of Kirikiriroa Hamilton's heritage, uncover hidden treasure in our collection, and stay up to date on events, reading picks, and more. This blog is your window into the past and present. There's always something new to discover!
From Swan Recipes to Cultural Icons: The Incredible Story of The Listener
Thursday 15 January | Ngaa Kooreo Tuku Iho - Archives & Reference resources,
The New Zealand Listener has long been more than just a magazine.
Fresh Ideas, Fresh Year: 10 Books You Can't Miss in 2026
Tuesday 6 January | Readers Advisory,
January is a month of possibility, a chance to reset, reflect, and approach the year with fresh energy.
The Forgotten Hamilton Inventor
Thursday 1 January | Ngaa Kooreo Tuku Iho - Archives & Reference resources,
Pearson & Co.
Tales of Confidence and Wagging Tails
Friday 26 December | Events,
Reading Buddies at Hamilton City Libraries brings books and dogs together in the most heartwarming way.
Your Perfect Summer Romance
Tuesday 23 December | Readers Advisory,
With long sunny days, balmy evenings, and a little extra time to yourself, summer was made for love stories. And the best part?
Window Shopping in the Past
Thursday 18 December | Ngaa Kooreo Tuku Iho - Archives & Reference resources, Stories of Hamilton,
A winter wonderland at Chartwell Square, c. 1998 Reference: 2014. 29. 04 With Christmas only a week away, the countdown is on!
Beyond the Ballot
Friday 12 December | Ngaa Kooreo Tuku Iho - Archives & Reference resources, Exhibitions,
Mayor John Robert Fow & Town Clerk William Lindo Waddel signing conversion loan vouchers, c. 1925 Reference: HCL_07905 Hamilton hasn’t always had a city council like we know today.
A Taste of Christmas Around the World
Tuesday 9 December | Readers Advisory,
This Christmas, take inspiration from around the world with our international cookbooks and impress all of your guests! Christmas has many flavours, and each tradition tells its own story.
Where Warplanes Slept
Thursday 4 December | Ngaa Kooreo Tuku Iho - Archives & Reference resources, Stories of Hamilton,
Aircraft at Rukuhia, 1945.
Kids vs Zombies at the library
Monday 1 December | Events,
Halloween came alive at Hamilton City Libraries with our Zombie Escape Room.
Books to Make Your Holidays Magical
Tuesday 25 November | Readers Advisory,
Christmas can be a magical but busy time of the year.
He Toi Whakaari o Kirikiriroa - Variety Acts of Hamilton Exhibition
Monday 17 November | Ngaa Kooreo Tuku Iho - Archives & Reference resources,
A group of young women practice ballet in the park. Reference: 1938. 01.