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open 8am - 11pm

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open 9am - 8:45pm

Occupancy at 56%

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September 28, 2026

The art of conservation

Bronwen Glover uses art and science in her daily work as an archives and books conservator at McMaster University Libraries. 

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September 23, 2026

Hamilton Reads 2026 concludes with writing contest and events

This year’s featured book, The Migrant Rain Falls in Reverse, is by McMaster alumnus Vinh Nguyen. 

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September 11, 2026

Meet Lisa Richter, 2026-2027 Mabel Pugh Taylor Writer in Residence

Lisa Richter is a Toronto-based poet, writer, and educator.

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Topics, Methods, and Resources To "Do More with Digital Scholarship"

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Oct 7, 2026
3:00 pm TO 4:00 pm

Digital scholarship encompasses a wide range of approaches, tools, and methods that leverage digital technologies to support research, teaching, learning, knowledge mobilization, and creative practice.

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Crafting Drop-In: Light Switch Decorating

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Oct 8, 2026
11:00 am TO 2:00 pm

Add a little personality to your living space! Join us at the Makerspace to decorate and paint light switch covers with your own unique designs.

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Pomodoro Café

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Oct 8, 2026
11:00 am TO 2:00 pm

A student-led study group designed to manage time pressure and anxiety. 

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