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Published:
Friday, November 14, 2025 - 4:30pm
Bookmobile Service Modification
Please note the Bookmobile will be attending the following community events.
Saturday, November 15:
- Hamilton Santa Claus Parade, 2-4pm
Saturdays, November 22 and 29:
- Hess Village Winter Market, 10:30am-4:30pm
- Regular Saturday Visits cancelled for both dates.
Saturday, December 6:
- Stoney Creek Santa Claus Parade 2-4pm
- Millgrove Visit is cancelled.
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Published:
Friday, November 14, 2025 - 1:00pm
Kenilworth Branch Reopening
Noise and limited parking continue at the Kenilworth Branch this week as renovations wrap up. Thank you for your understanding.
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Published:
Monday, October 27, 2025 - 3:00pm
Delayed Branch Openings
The following locations will open later than scheduled to allow for Staff training drills.
Monday, November 24
Mount Hope, 2pm
Thursday, November 27
Stoney Creek, 10am
Please visit nearby branches. www.hpl.ca/hours
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Tuesday, October 7, 2025 - 2:00pm
Replacement and Damage Fees
Bring back your borrowed library items (due Oct 1 or later) within 28 days to avoid a replacement or lost fee. We'll remove the fee when you bring back your overdue items.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, September 11, 2025 - 3:00pm
Hamilton Conservation Authority Pass
Explore local conservation areas by borrowing a Hamilton Conservation Authority (HCA) pass from Hamilton Public Library. Enjoy free admission to Christie Lake, Tiffany Falls, Valens Lake and 10 other sites. The one-week pass allows free entry for up to six people per vehicle, year-round, seven days a week, sunrise to sunset.
How do I borrow a HCA Pass?
Place a hold for a HCA pass through Hamilton Public Library’s catalogue.
How long can I use it?
The free pass is valid for one week. Please return it to any HPL branch upon expiry.
What conservation areas are included with the Pass?
Visit Christie Lake, Confederation Beach Park, Crooks’ Hollow, Devil’s Punchbowl, Dofasco 2000 Trail, Dundas Valley, Eramosa Karst, Fifty Point, Fletcher Creek Ecological Reserve, Saltfleet, Spencer Gorge*, Tiffany Falls, Valens Lake and Westfield Heritage Village.
*Reservations are required to visit Spencer Gorge.
Can I use this Pass to enter conservation areas in other cities?
No. This is for use only at Hamilton conservation areas.
Are there discounts available with this Pass?
Receive a 15% discount on HCA rentals (pavilions and group picnic sites). The discount is not available at Confederation Beach Park, Wild Waterworks or for wedding rentals.
Take pictures of your outdoor adventures and tag us on social media using #ExploreHCA @HamiltonLibrary @Hamilton_CA
Borrow the HCA Pass with your HPL library card.
Need a Library Card? Register at any HPL branch or Online.
