Study Hall hours are not available in July and August. They will resume on Tuesday, September 8.
Study Hall hours are quiet spaces for Members to work or study.
Dundas, opens a new window, Red Hill, opens a new window, Terryberry, opens a new window, Turner Park, opens a new window, Valley Park, opens a new window and Waterdown, opens a new window Branches are open after-hours Mondays-Thursdays, 8 pm to Midnight.
FAQs
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Access is limited to certain areas of the branch, including collections. You may return library materials to the external dropboxes.
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You must always abide by HPL’s Member and Service Commitment and behave in a way that promotes a quiet, respectful study environment. HPL reserves the right to take steps to ensure a quiet study environment and the safety of Staff and Members.
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No. Light snacks and beverages (i.e., coffee, tea, juice bottles, reusable water bottles) are permitted but you must bring them with you when you arrive. No hot meals are permitted.
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Yes, computers and printers are available during Study Halls.
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Central Library, opens a new window: Enter and exit at the York Blvd., door entrance. (On pause until Spring 2026.)
Dundas Branch, opens a new window: Enter and exit at the side door.
Red Hill Branch, opens a new window: Enter and exit at the front door.
Terryberry Branch, opens a new window: Use the rear parking lot door and take the elevator to the 2nd Floor.
Turner Park Branch: Use the rear parking lot door of the shared YMCA building.
Valley Park Branch: Use the library entrance off of Paramount Drive.
Waterdown Branch, opens a new window: Enter and exit through the back door. -
Yes. You can enter, exit and re-enter any time. You must show your Hamilton Public Library card (physical or eCard) card to security each time you re-enter.
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Members with a valid Hamilton Public Library card (physical or eCard). Your Hamilton Public Library card must be shown to security upon entry.
After Hours Study Hall is available for Hamilton Public Library Members who are age 14 or older. Children under age 14 must always be accompanied by a parent, guardian or caregiver.
If you don’t have a Hamilton Public Library card, opens a new window, register , opens a new windowonline or visit any HPL branch, opens a new window and complete an application form, opens a new window.