From Monday, May 5 to Saturday, May 31, the Ancaster Branch will be temporarily closed due to a roof and HVAC replacement. During this time, service hours will be available at the Morgan Firestone Arena, 385 Jerseyville Road West, Ancaster. The last day to pick up your Holds is Thursday, May 1st. Thank you for your understanding.
Ancaster Branch - Temporary Closure, May 5-31
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Published:
Wednesday, April 16, 2025 - 11:00am
All Branches Closed for Good Friday
All branches closed on Friday, April 18, 2025 for Good Friday. This includes branches with Extended Access.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, April 11, 2025 - 10:15am
All Branches Closed for Easter Sunday
All branches closed on Sunday, April 20, 2025 for Easter Sunday. This includes branches with Extended Access.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, April 11, 2025 - 10:15am
All Branches Closed for Easter Monday
All branches closed on Monday, April 21, 2025 for Easter Monday. This includes branches with Extended Access.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, April 11, 2025 - 10:15am
Central Library - Microfilm Machine
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.
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Published:
Thursday, April 10, 2025 - 3:30pm
Barton Branch - Roof Repair
Due to the ongoing roof repair project, noise and parking disruptions will continue until April 25. Thank you for your patience.
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Published:
Tuesday, April 8, 2025 - 3:30pm
Sherwood Branch - Basement Renovation
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
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Published:
Monday, April 7, 2025 - 8:30am
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.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:30am
Murdoch Collection: Alphabetical Listing
Decew Falls Hydro - 9 June 1956
Decewsville - 14 March 1953
Delhi - 4 December 1954, 12 October 1963
Diefenbaker, John George - 6 December 1958, 13 December 1958, 20 December 1958
Dogsnest - 4 March 1961
Doon - 24 October 1953, 10 November 1962
Dorchester - 6 April 1957
Dorset - 30 May 1959
Drumbo - 25 May 1957
Drumquim - 25 August 1962
Dublin - 18 April 1959
Duff’s Corners - 5 April 1952
Duluth, Minn. USA - 27 June 1953, 4 July 1953
Dundalk - 8 November 1958
Dundas - 31 March 1951, 19 January 1963
Dunnville - 7 April 1951, 4 November 1961
Durham - 30 June 1961
Eden - 11 November 1961
Eden Mills - 18 August 1956
Edinburgh, Scotland - 26 July 1958
Effingham - 18 June 1955
Eldorado - 13 August 1960
Elfrida - 12 January 1952, 24 October 1964
Elmira - 14 December 1957, 29 February 1964
Elora - 22 November 1952, 29 September 1962
Embro - 18 July 1959
England - 26 December 1959
Eramosa - 8 February 1958
Erie - 3 April 1954
Erin - 30 March 1957
Erindale - 16 January 1960
Eskimos - 18 December 1954
Eugenia - 11 May 1957
Eugenia Lake - 22 April 1961
Fenelon Falls - 26 August 1961, 21 August 1965
Fenwick - 5 February 1955, 6 January 1962
Fergus - 15 November 1952, 12 January 1963
Fisher’s Corners - 8 March 1952
Fisherville - 22 February 1964
Flesherton - 2 May 1959
Fonthill - 16 August 1952, 9 December 1961
Fort Erie - 24 November 1956, 19 March 1960, 18 January 1964
Freelton - 16 December 1950, 3 December 1960
Freeman - 16 February 1952
Fruitland - 24 November 1951, 1 December 1951
Fulton - 20 February 1965
