Central Library - Fire Training Drill
During the month of May, please be advised that we'll be holding a surprise fire drill. This will take place during our service hours. Thank you for your understanding in advance.
Dundas and Turner Park Branches - Period Promise Campaign
From April 15 - May 31, you may drop off menstruation products at the Dundas and Turner Park branches which are community collection locations. For more information, please visit www.uwhh.ca/periodpromise.
Phishing Scheme
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.
Waterdown Branch
The new multi-use Waterdown facility will:
Measure 23,000 sq. ft. , with library space exceeding 15,000 sq. ft. - Meet the City of Hamilton's Barrier-Free Accessibility Guidelines
- Be situated on the site of the former Municipal Service Centre - 163 Dundas St. East
- Bigger and brighter children's area with access to kid-friendly technology and activities
- Larger collections bringing Millgrove and Waterdown collections together
- Free and improved parking
- An outdoor reading patio overlooking Dundas St. and the Escarpment
- Areas for quiet study and group collaboration
- A computer lab for instruction
- Wifi access throughout the building
- A multi-purpose Program Room for all ages
Even before construction, this facility has won the Canadian Architect National Award of Excellence for 2013 for its innovative design.
The new facility will be home to:
- New Flamborough Seniors' Recreation Centre
- Flamborough Archives run by the Flamborough Heritage Society
- Flamborough Information and Community Service
- Flamborough Municipal Service Centre