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open 8am - 11pm

Occupancy at 12%

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open 8am - 11pm

Occupancy at 33%

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open 8am - 11pm

Occupancy at 13%

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open 9am - 8:45pm

Occupancy at 17%

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September 12, 2025

Reminder: LinkedIn Learning subscription ending September 2025

McMaster’s subscription to the online platform ends on Sept. 22, 2025.  

September 10, 2025

Queer Study Buddies returns for another year at McMaster libraries

The Queer Study Buddies program offers a queer-friendly study and socialization space in Mills Memorial Library.

September 8, 2025

Lyons New Media Centre celebrates 15th anniversary

Lyons New Media Centre gives the McMaster community access to unique media equipment and services.

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Upcoming Events

Year of Environmental Action: September Book Display

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Sep 15, 2025
1:00 am TO Sep 30, 2025 11:55 pm

Learn about the environment and how you can help our planet by checking out our curated displays of books. You can find our displays in both Mills (2nd floor, outside Learning Commons) and Thode (1st floor, glass display case).

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Queer Study Buddies

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Sep 16, 2025
1:30 pm TO 4:30 pm

Join us at Queer Study Buddies for community and study support!  We are a free, drop-in study group that provides a safe and inclusive space for 2SLGBTQ+ students to connect. No registration required!

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Hamilton Public Library Bookmobile at McMaster

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Sep 16, 2025
3:30 pm TO 4:30 pm

The Bookmobile is a library branch on wheels that makes neighbourhood stops, and it rolls up to campus every week.

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