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
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Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:30am
Murdoch Collection: Alphabetical Listing
Ile de France - 5 July 1958
Indian Point - 6 September 1952
Ingersoll - 31 March 1956
Innerkip - 1 August 1953
Innville - 13 June 1953
Isle of Orleans, Quebec - 29 August 1959
Jamestown, Virginia, USA - 13 April 1957
Jarvis - 17 February 1951, 4 February 1961
Jerseyville - 12 May 1951, 20 October 1962
Jordan - 28 July 1951, 6 April 1963
Jordan Harbour - 24 July 1954, 2 July 1960
Kapuskasing - 8 September 1956
Kawartha - 3 October 1959
Kawartha Lakes - 28 May 1960
Keene - 24 September 1960
Kemano - 24 December 1954
Kenilworth - 9 May 1959
Kilbride - 11 November 1950, 24 February 1962
Killarney - 28 July 1962
Kincardine - 13 July 1957, 29 August 1964
Kingston - 1 February 1958
Kiosk - 23 September 1961
Kirkfield - 16 September 1961
Kitchener - 26 June 1954, 8 February 1964
Kitimat - 24 December 1954
Kohler - 7 February 1953
Lake Erie - 7 November 1959
Lake Huron Beaches - 5 September 1964
Lake Medad - 5 July 1952
Lake Ontario – Rochester - 6 October 1956
Lake Ontario – Thousand Islands - 29 September 1956
Lake Simcoe - 4 July 1964
Lakefield - 15 July 1961
Langton - 4 May 1963
Lewiston - 8 March 1958
Limehouse - 21 July 1962
Lincoln County Centennial - 24 September 1956
Listowel - 5 March 1960
London - 29 October 1960
London, England - 12 July 1958
Long Point - 13 July 1963
Lowbanks - 21 May 1955, 4 April 1964
Lowville - 29 December 1951, 3 June 1961
Lucknow - 21 November 1959
Lynden - 24 February 1951, 27 January 1962
