The internet at Waterdown Branch is not working. This also affects Public Computers, Printers, and automatic book returns. We aim to have it fixed quickly.
Waterdown Branch - Internet outage
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Published:
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 - 7:00pm
Study Hall, Thursday, May 8
Due to City IT maintenance, there may be an intermittent network outage between 8-10 pm during Study Hall on Thursday, May 8. Computers, printers and WiFi may not be available at times. Thank you for your patience.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 - 4:00pm
All Branches Closed - Victoria Day
All HPL Branches are closed on Sunday, May 18, and Victoria Day, Monday, May 19. Bookmobile is off the road. Extended Access and Study Hall services are not available. Our Virtual Branch is open at hpl.ca.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, May 1, 2025 - 9:30am
Central Library - Fire Drill
On Tuesday, May 13, a fire drill will be held at 11 am at Central Library. You may visit the Barton or Locke Branches as alternate locations for your library needs. Thank you for your understanding.
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Published:
Wednesday, April 30, 2025 - 1:30pm
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 Closure, May 5-31
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 Ancaster Rotary Centre, 385 Jerseyville Road West, Ancaster. The last day to pick up your Holds is Thursday, May 1st. Thank you for your understanding.
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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
Sherwood Branch - Basement Renovation
The first phase of renovations continues at the Sherwood Branch. 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:
Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:15am
Freelton Branch
Open Hours:
Sun: Closed
Mon: 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Self-Serve: 9:00 am-10:00 am
Self-Serve: 2:00 pm-8:00 pm
Tue: 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Self-Serve: 9:00 am-10:00 am
Self-Serve: 2:00 pm-8:00 pm
Wed: 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Self-Serve: 9:00 am-10:00 am
Self-Serve: 2:00 pm-8:00 pm
Thu: 4:00 pm-8:00 pm
Self-Serve: 9:00 am-4:00 pm
Fri: 1:00 pm-5:00 pm
Self-Serve: 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Self-Serve: 5:00 pm-6:00 pm
Sat: 12:00 pm-5:00 pm
Self-Serve: 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Mon: 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Self-Serve: 9:00 am-10:00 am
Self-Serve: 2:00 pm-8:00 pm
Tue: 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Self-Serve: 9:00 am-10:00 am
Self-Serve: 2:00 pm-8:00 pm
Wed: 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Self-Serve: 9:00 am-10:00 am
Self-Serve: 2:00 pm-8:00 pm
Thu: 4:00 pm-8:00 pm
Self-Serve: 9:00 am-4:00 pm
Fri: 1:00 pm-5:00 pm
Self-Serve: 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Self-Serve: 5:00 pm-6:00 pm
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:
Freelton Branch is not accessible by HSR bus.
Branch Manager:
Carly Bedford (cbedford@hpl.ca)
Branch Features:
Book Return
Free Parking
Wheelchair Accessible
Black and White and Colour Copying
Scan to USB and Email
Accessible Features:
The Freelton Branch was established in 1978, replacing a deposit station. The Branch moved to its present location in 1995. Freelton Branch offers materials for children, teens and adults including books, CDs, DVDs, magazines, newspapers and more. Services include programming for children. Public Internet access computers also include adult and children’s software applications.
The Freelton 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 Freelton Branch also has a Seed Library provided in partnership with Green Venture. Visit the Freelton Branch to select seeds, find information about gardening and HPL programs, and harvest seeds to replenish the Seed Library.
The Freelton Branch is located at 1803 Brock Rd, Freelton, ON L0R 1K0
Closest major intersection
Highways 6 and 97
