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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Affected Branch: Central Library
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.

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.

www.hpl.ca/ancaster

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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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Affected Branch: Central Library
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

Published:
Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:15am

Arts & Culture Events

HWDSB Choirs

Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library.
Learn how to bring Shakespeare's characters and stories to life.

Ancaster Meadow Elementary School Band and Song Club

Listen to live music at Waterdown.

Darcy Mitchison: Guitar, Piano, Voice

Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library.

St. John Henry Newman Cardinals' Rock Band

Listen to live music at Saltfleet.

HWDSB Student Bands

Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library.

Champagne James Robertson: Guitar

Listen to live music at Barton.

In-Branch Program

Raise your voice and explore sound with the Hamilton Children's Choir.

Lisgar Elementary School Choir

Listen to live music at Sherwood.

In-Branch Program

Learn the basics of watercolour painting.

Tarek Funk: Multi-instrumentalist

Listen to live music at Westdale.

In-Branch Program

Show who you are, inside and out.

Hamilton Suzuki School of Music: Cello, Piano, Viola, Violin

Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library.

In-Branch Program

Raise your voice and explore sound with the Hamilton Children's Choir.

In-Branch Program

Show who you are, inside and out.
Learn how to bring Shakespeare's characters and stories to life.
Learn how to safely put on a short battle sequence.

HWDSB Middle School Concert Bands

Listen to live music at Valley Park.

In-Branch Program

Unleash your creative side and make a watercolour painting

In-Branch Program

A dose of musical fun with singalongs, games, crafts, discussions and more.