Chapters: A Life of Bookstores exhibition
Central Library
Explore the stories behind Kirikiriroa Hamilton’s iconic bookstores, past and present, in our latest exhibition.
Digital Drop-in
Dinsdale Library
Our staff can help with a range of tech questions, including smartphones, computers, and general troubleshooting.
Reading Buddies
Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library
Does your child need some help with their reading? Are they new to reading in English or Te Reo Maaori? Let’s read to therapy dogs together to build their confidence!
Justice of the Peace
Multiple locations
Justice of the Peace (JP) services are available at Central, Glenview and Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library.
Yarn 'n' Yack
Multiple locations
Bring your knitting, crochet or stitching project, and enjoy the company of fellow craft enthusiasts.
Mache Masks
Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library
Make a paper mache mask and paint it the following week!
Paper Flowers
Glenview Library
Learn how to make different flowers and take your creations home!
Simple Macrame
Central Library
Get creative, learn new skills, and have fun making a macramé leaf wall decoration!
Monster Collage
Chartwell Library
Use our collage materials to make a crazy monster artwork with our magazines and materials to inspire you.
LEGO Club
Multiple locations
LEGO Club encourages children to learn while having fun! Creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork are skills that "playing" with LEGO can teach children.
Waiata in Te Paataka
Central Library
Learn local waiata and build our community of waiata enthusiasts.
Create Your Own Tiny Garden!
Hillcrest Library at Hamilton Gardens
Bring a jar and create a living terrarium to take home and care for.