Barton- Printing not available
Please be advised Printing is currently not available at Barton. We apologize for any inconvience this may cause.
Turner Park Branch - Fire Drill
On Wednesday, September 4, the Turner Park Branch will be closed from noon-1 pm for a joint fire drill with the Les Chater Family YMCA.
Thank you in advance for your patience.
Study Halls Return September 3
Study Hall service returns Tuesday, September 3 at the Central Library and the Dundas, Red Hill, Terryberry, Turner Park, Valley Park, and Waterdown branches. Please visit www.hpl.ca/study-halls for full details.
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.
Canadian Children’s Book Week Bookmark Contest
2023 Winners
Congratulations to this year's 12 contest winners, and thank you to the hundreds of artists who entered their creations in the competition. Beginning in September, one winning bookmark is availble to pick up in each of HPL's 23 branches and two Bookmobiles. Browse the winners below and collect all 12 by year-end August 2024.
Honourable Mentions
A shout-out to the artists who made judging a winner so difficult. Your talents are worth recognition.