The computer lab on the 1st floor is currently out of order. There are limited public computers available on the 2nd floor. Printing and photocopying are still available. We apologize for the inconvenience.
The accessible washroom at Carlisle Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
Due to day-long IT maintenance (7am-5pm), the following branches are closed on Sunday, June 22: Central Library, Dundas, Red Hill, Terryberry, Turner Park, Valley Park and Waterdown. Sunday service hours resume on Sunday, June 29.
Please note that the HPL catalogue, Library accounts, and online resources will not be available during this time frame. We apologize for the inconvenience.
The parking lot elevator at Terryberry Branch is not working. Members will need to use the accessible ramp at the Mohawk entrance and the inner elevator. We're working to get it fixed quickly.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Arts & Culture Events
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Keith Silver: Guitar, Voice
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
Jeremy Facknitz: Guitar and Voice
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
- Westdale Branch
- 955 King Street West Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
In-Branch Program
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
HPO Brass Duo
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
In-Branch Program
- Sherwood Branch
- 467 Upper Ottawa Street Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Copy Cat Band: Cover Band
- Red Hill Branch
- 695 Queenston Road Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Two Families Band: Four-Piece Band, Vocals
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Checkerboard Floors: Bass, Drums, Guitar, Vocals
- Concession Branch
- 565 Concession Street Hamilton ON
S.G. Sinnicks: Guitar, Voice
Behind the Woodpile: Three-Piece Band with Vocals
- Concession Branch
- 565 Concession Street Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
- Saltfleet Branch
- 131 Grays Road Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Alfie Smith: Guitar, Vocals
- Red Hill Branch
- 695 Queenston Road Hamilton ON
Lisa Warren; Harp, Voice
- Barton Branch
- 571 Barton Street East Hamilton ON