The entrance to the Barton Branch parking lot off of Milton St. is currently inaccessible due to construction. The parking lot can still be accessed via the alley off Fullerton St. during this time.
Construction work at Barton Branch
Published:
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 - 9:15am
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.
Published:
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 - 5:00am
Bookmobile Service Modification
Due to Driver availability, Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for the month of June. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Bookmobile Service June Modifications
Friday, June 19:
- Six Nations Public Library - Cancelled
- Maplewood- Cancelled
Wednesday, June 24:
- Swansea - Cancelled
- Helen Detwiler - Cancelled
- Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum - Cancelled
Saturday, June 27:
- Stoney Creek Arena - Cancelled
- Riverdale - Cancelled
- Discovery Centre - 3-4pm instead
Tuesday, June 30:
- Greencedar - Cancelled
- Mountview - Cancelled
Published:
Friday, May 22, 2026 - 12:00pm
Valley Park Branch Improvement Project
Update November 29, 2019:
The Valley Park Branch is open. It remains open at the current site until late Fall 2019. When construction begins there, the branch moves to a temporary location at 1050 Paramount Drive, Unit #12, Stoney Creek. Stay tuned for details on the opening date of this temporary site. During the transition, a library materials drop box is available for members to return items at the 970 Paramount Dr. branch.
The new Valley Park Branch is expected to be complete by Fall 2021. Library members are invited to access library services and materials by visiting other area branch locations during construction:
- Turner Park Branch – 352 Rymal Rd. E., Hamilton
- Red Hill Branch – 695 Queenston Rd., Hamilton
- Sherwood Branch – 467 Upper Ottawa St., Hamilton
“We’re very excited to break ground on our new Valley Park Branch this Fall. This is a vibrant, growing community and this new building – with its beautiful reading courtyard and modern programming spaces – will be a gathering space for all to come together to discover, learn and share,” says Paul Takala, Chief Librarian, Hamilton Public Library.
Update November 4, 2019:
During the construction phase, the temporary branch location will be at 1050 Paramount Drive, Unit #12, Stoney Creek.
Stay tuned for opening date information as it becomes available.
The Valley Park Branch remains open until Fall 2019. Construction work on the new library is expected to be complete by Fall 2021. A library materials drop box will be available for members to return items during construction. The Hamilton Public Library is exploring options for a temporary location to continue library services during construction.
Library members are invited to access library services and materials by visiting other area branch locations during construction:
- Turner Park Branch – 352 Rymal Rd. E., Hamilton
- Red Hill Branch – 695 Queenston Rd., Hamilton
- Sherwood Branch – 467 Upper Ottawa St., Hamilton
“We’re very excited to break ground on our new Valley Park Branch this fall. This is a vibrant, growing community and this new building – with its beautiful reading courtyard and modern programming spaces – will be a gathering space for all to come together to discover, learn and share,” says Paul Takala, Chief Librarian, Hamilton Public Library.
