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 Closed - Victoria Day
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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Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:15am
Arts & Culture Events
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
HWDSB Choirs
Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
In-Branch Program
Learn how to bring Shakespeare's characters and stories to life.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
Ancaster Meadow Elementary School Band and Song Club
Listen to live music at Waterdown.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Darcy Mitchison: Guitar, Piano, Voice
Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library.
- Saltfleet Branch
- 131 Grays Road Stoney Creek ON
St. John Henry Newman Cardinals' Rock Band
Listen to live music at Saltfleet.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
HWDSB Student Bands
Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library.
- Barton Branch
- 571 Barton Street East Hamilton ON
Champagne James Robertson: Guitar
Listen to live music at Barton.
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
Raise your voice and explore sound with the Hamilton Children's Choir.
- Sherwood Branch
- 467 Upper Ottawa Street Hamilton ON
Lisgar Elementary School Choir
Listen to live music at Sherwood.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
In-Branch Program
Learn the basics of watercolour painting.
- Westdale Branch
- 955 King Street West Hamilton ON
Tarek Funk: Multi-instrumentalist
Listen to live music at Westdale.
- Red Hill Branch
- 695 Queenston Road Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Show who you are, inside and out.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Hamilton Suzuki School of Music: Cello, Piano, Viola, Violin
Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library.
- Sherwood Branch
- 467 Upper Ottawa Street Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Raise your voice and explore sound with the Hamilton Children's Choir.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
In-Branch Program
Show who you are, inside and out.
- Concession Branch
- 565 Concession Street Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Learn how to bring Shakespeare's characters and stories to life.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
In-Branch Program
Learn how to safely put on a short battle sequence.
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
HWDSB Middle School Concert Bands
Listen to live music at Valley Park.
- Saltfleet Branch
- 131 Grays Road Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
Unleash your creative side and make a watercolour painting
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
A dose of musical fun with singalongs, games, crafts, discussions and more.
