Please note that the audio volume levels on our public computers are having issues. The estimated time of disruption is unknown at this time. Thank you for your patience.
Public Computers - Audio Volume
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 4:00pm
Sherwood Branch - Temporary Closure
As the 1st floor renovation wraps up, the Sherwood Branch will be closed on Thursday, June 5, to reset the spaces. Service hours will resume on Friday, June 6. Thank you for your patience.
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Published:
Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 11:00am
Concession Branch's Children's Department Closure for Repair
Concession Branch's children's department will be closed on the morning of Monday, June 2nd for minor repairs. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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Published:
Monday, May 26, 2025 - 2:15pm
Mount Hope Branch Accessibile Ramp Not Available
The accessibility ramp at Mount Hope Branch is damaged. The handrail is not available. The ramp will not be available while being repaired. We aim to fix it quickly.
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Published:
Friday, May 23, 2025 - 4:30pm
All Branches Closed - May 30, Staff Professional Development
All HPL Branches are closed on Friday May 30 for Staff Development. Bookmobile is off the road and Extended Access is not available. HPL's online card registration, catalogue and eResources are not available until 5pm due to scheduled maintenance. All branches reopen Saturday May 31.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Monday, May 12, 2025 - 8:00am
Turner Park Branch - Roof Repair
Due to the ongoing roof repair project, noise and parking disruptions are expected to continue until the end of June. Thank you for your patience.
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Published:
Monday, April 28, 2025 - 10:00am
Ancaster Branch - Temporary Relocation in May
Until Saturday May 31, the Ancaster Branch is temporarily relocated to the Ancaster Rotary Centre, 385 Jerseyville Road West, Ancaster. The Wilson Street branch is closed for a roof and HVAC replacement and is expected to reopen on Monday June 2 at 9am.
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Published:
Wednesday, April 16, 2025 - 11:00am
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
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
Carlisle Branch
Open Hours:
Sun: Closed
Mon: 3:00 pm-8:00 pm
Self-Serve: 9:00 am-3:00 pm
Tue: 10:00 am-3:00 pm
Self-Serve: 9:00 am-10:00 am
Self-Serve: 3:00 pm-8:00 pm
Wed: 3:00 pm-8:00 pm
Self-Serve: 9:00 am-3:00 pm
Thu: 10:00 am-3:00 pm
Self-Serve: 9:00 am-10:00 am
Self-Serve: 3:00 pm-8:00 pm
Fri: Closed
Sat: 12:00 pm-5:00 pm
Self-Serve: 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Mon: 3:00 pm-8:00 pm
Self-Serve: 9:00 am-3:00 pm
Tue: 10:00 am-3:00 pm
Self-Serve: 9:00 am-10:00 am
Self-Serve: 3:00 pm-8:00 pm
Wed: 3:00 pm-8:00 pm
Self-Serve: 9:00 am-3:00 pm
Thu: 10:00 am-3:00 pm
Self-Serve: 9:00 am-10:00 am
Self-Serve: 3:00 pm-8:00 pm
Fri: Closed
Sat: 12:00 pm-5:00 pm
Self-Serve: 9:00 am-12:00 pm
*Pre-registration required to access the Branch during self-serve extended access hours. Staff are available remotely during these hours.
Note: Public computers shut down 15 minutes and Makerspaces close 30 minutes before the branch closes.
Address:
AskHPL:
Bus Routes:
Carlisle Branch is not accessible by HSR bus.
Branch Manager:
Carly Bedford (cbedford@hpl.ca)
Branch Features:
Book Return
Free Parking
Black and White and Colour Copying
Scan to USB and Email
Accessible Features:
The Carlisle Branch first opened in 1971 and moved to 1496 Centre Rd. in 1989. The new branch at 277 Carlisle Rd. opened in June 2022. The branch offers materials for children, teens and adults, as well as programming for children and adults.
The Carlisle Branch also offers Self-Serve Extended Access. Pre-registration required to access the Branch during self-serve hours. Staff are available remotely during these hours.
The Carlisle Branch is located at 277 Carlisle Rd, Carlisle ON L0R 1H2
Closest major intersection
Carlisle and Centre Roads
