Please be aware of online phishing attempts impersonating Hamilton Public Library and Library Staff. HPL does not solicit paid freelance opportunities through social media or other messaging applications. HPL does not request personal or banking information through social media or require financial compensation when reviewing job applications. Please report phishing schemes to communications@hpl.ca. If you think you are a victim of fraud, please call the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.
Phishing Scheme
Published:
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 - 5:00am
Bookmobile Service Modification
Due to Driver availability, Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for the month of June. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Bookmobile Service June Modifications
Saturday, June 13:
-
Special Event - All Stops Cancelled
Friday, June 19:
-
Six Nations- Cancelled
-
Maplewood- Cancelled
Wednesday, June 24:
-
Swansea Cancelled
-
Helen Detwiler Cancelled
-
Warplane Museum Cancelled
Saturday, June 27:
-
Stoney Creek Arena Cancelled
-
Riverdale Cancelled
-
Discovery Centre --> 3-4pm
Tuesday, June 30:
-
Greencedar Cancelled
-
Mountview Cancelled
Published:
Friday, May 22, 2026 - 12:00pm
Piano Practice Room
This unique element of Central Library is a prized part of our facility and we are very excited to make it available to the public.
Visit the 2nd Floor, Central Library to make an appointment, or call 289-779-7588.
- One-hour sessions are available during open hours, except the last booking of each day, which is 45 minutes. Please check open hours before reserving.
- Bookings can be made up to two weeks in advance.
- A Library card is required.
Hamilton Public Library also offers great resources to help you become the pianist you’ve always wanted to be; it’s never too late to get started.
Piano Lessons: Teach Yourself to Play LinkedIn Learning
Piano lessons are a great way to begin learning to read music. Dr. Gayle Kowalchyk offers a beginner guide, including tips on how to sit at a piano, read notes and play rhythms and chords. LinkedIn Learning also offers several other video courses including an introduction to songwriting, becoming a music producer and an insider’s guide to the music biz.
