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.
Seniors Month at HPL
June is Seniors Month, a time to recognize the accomplishments of older adults and celebrate the contributions they make to our communities.
Explore our Collections
The 2024 Seniors Month theme is "Working for Seniors." Take a moment and browse materials that recognize and celebrate the contributions of Seniors.
Programs and Events
Browse older adult programming across the city. Whether you are looking for recreational activities, health and wellness solutions, digital literacy courses or ways to explore your creative side, we’ve got you covered.
Services for Seniors
HPL’s Home Library Service provides library materials to Hamilton residents unable to get to any of our 23 branches or Bookmobile sites.
Check out a memory bag, a collection of books, games and photographs designed to encourage conversations and reminiscing.
Nominate a Senior
Nominations for City of Hamilton’s 29th Senior of the Year Awards close on June 30. Nominate an older adult you know that has made an outstanding voluntary contribution to enrich the social, cultural or civic life of our community.