The digital microfilm machines at Central Library are not working. A single analog machine is available, but it doesn't print. We aim to have the digital devices repaired as soon as possible. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Due to the ongoing roof repair project, noise and parking disruptions will continue until April 19. Thank you for your patience.
All HPL Branches are closed on Good Friday, April 18, Easter Sunday, April 20, and Easter Monday, April 21. Bookmobile service is off the road. Extended Hours and Study Hall services are not available. Regular service hours resume Saturday, April 19, and Tuesday, April 22.
The first phase of renovations will begin at the Sherwood Branch from April 10 to May 2. During this time, noise disruptions may occur throughout the branch due to a basement renovation. Parking, access to the building, and collections will not be affected. Thank you for your patience. www.hpl.ca/sherwood
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.
Storytime
Find a collection of daily literacy-building activities that you can share with your child on our April 2025 Literacy Calendar.
Download a Colouring and Activity book created by the Group of Six, young artists from Six Nations, Grand River Territory. Learn about culture, language, ceremonial traditions, stories and crafts that celebrate Indigenous life and history.
For bedtime or quiet time, listen on the telephone as HPL staff read children's stories.
Dial 905-546-3200, and choose "Option 4" to listen to:
English |
French (en français) |
They Say Blue (Press 1) | Appuyer sur le 21 pour Le Costume de Malaika |
Little You (Press 2) | Appuyer sur le 22 pour Dors bien petit chevalier |
Sometimes I Feel Like a Fox (Press 3) | Appuyer sur le 23 pour Les Trésors de Monsieur Monsieur |
Moon Wishes (Press 4) | Appuyer sur le 24 pour A la pêche avec grand maman |
You Hold Me Up (Press 5) | Appuyer sur le 25 pour Une Mitaine pour deux |
My Heart Fills with Happiness (Press 6) | |
Once Upon a Northern Night (Press 7) | |
Harry’s Hiccups (Press 8) | |
Angus All Aglow (Press 9) | |
What Matters (Press 10) | |
It’s Time for Bed (Press 11) | |
Picture the Sky (Press 12) | |
Nibi’s Water Song (Press 13) | |
Friends for Real (Press 14) | |
In The Sky at Nighttime (Press 15) | |
What’s My Superpower (Press 16) | |
Sweetest Kulu (Press 17) | |
Fox and Squirrel Help Out (Press 18) | |
Boxitects (Press 19) | |
Hermit Thrush shared with HPL by Niwasa Kendaaswin Teg (Press 20) I Sang You Down From the Stars (Press 48) |