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Hamilton Spectator Historical by ProQuest

2023-24 Writer In Residence

Thank you to Jaclyn Desforges, the 2023-24 Mabel Pugh Taylor Writer in Residence. (A Writer in Residence is an established author who mentors aspiring scribes.)

During the residency, which ran September 2023-April 2024, Jaclyn met with more than 155 people. Below are some stories and poems created and polished during this mentorship. Read on.

Writer in Residence 2024 Mentee Stories

Hamilton Hosts Internet Archive and Global Partners Preservation and Sharing of Important Stories and Histories Focus of Event

HAMILTON, ON – June 19, 2024 – Hamilton Public Library (HPL) welcomed representatives from Internet Archive, Woodland Cultural Centre and Liberian Learning Center to HPL's Central Library on Monday (Jun 17) to emphasize the importance of digitally preserving the customs, cultures, languages, stories and histories of those silenced around the world.

HPL’s Summer Reading Club Registration is Open

HAMILTON, ON – June 10, 2024 – Hamilton Public Library’s Summer Reading Club is packed with fun and fascinating activities and reading adventures for kids and teens. Registration is now open. Get your free reading tracker, stickers, and book, earn prizes, and enter contests.

News Archive

Hamilton Spectator Historical by ProQuest

2023-24 Writer In Residence

Hamilton Hosts Internet Archive and Global Partners Preservation and Sharing of Important Stories and Histories Focus of Event

HPL’s Summer Reading Club Registration is Open

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