The Large Format Printer is not working at Dundas Branch. We aim to fix it as soon as possible.
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.
Noise and limited parking continue at the Kenilworth Branch this week as renovations wrap up. Thank you for your understanding.
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
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.
June is Indigenous History Month

Indigenous History Month at HPL
June is National Indigenous History Month and June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day, a time to honour the history, heritage and diversity of Indigenous peoples in Canada. Learn and celebrate with HPL’s collections, programs and events.

National Indigenous History Month: Blood & Water - In-Branch Program
Saturday June 7
11:00am – 12:00pm
Central Library
Watch Blood & Water: A Story of Reclamation, which exposes the modern-day impact and generational trauma caused by residential schools. The screening is followed by a question session with the director Layla Staats.
Indigenous Storytelling: Save Turtle Island - In-Branch Program
Saturday June 14
11:00am – 12:00pm
Westdale Branch
Listen to Indigenous stories about conservation, regeneration, resilience and the importance of protecting our only home, Turtle Island, for future generations. Presented by local artist Jim Adams.
Noon Hour Concert - Keith Silver: Guitar, Voice
Friday June 20
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central Library
Keith Silver takes the stage in Central Library's Living Room. From the Six Nations of the Grand River territory, Keith Silver's music is rich and soulful.
Family Movies at Ancaster - Our People Will Be Healed (2017) G
Saturday June 21
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ancaster Branch
Commemorate National Indigenous Peoples’ Day with a screening of Our People Will Be Healed. Indigenous filmmaker Alanis Obomsawin’s 50th film reveals how the power of education has enriched a Cree community in Manitoba.
HPL Author Series: Dawn Hill
Thursday July 10
6:30pm – 7:30pm
Central Library
Attend a live reading and conversation with Six Nations author Dawn Hill, who will discuss their new book, Memory Keeper. Registration opens June 23.
Indigenous History of Bannock on Turtle Island
July 15
5:15pm – 6:45pm
Concession Branch
Learn about the history of bannock, a traditional bread that originated with Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Registration opens June 23.

Celebrate the heritage, culture and contributions of Indigenous Peoples through HPL's catalogue.

More Resources from the Government of Canada
National Indigenous History Month
Indigenous Arts, Culture and Heritage
Indigenous Peoples and Communities
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