Due to a fence replacement, the parking lot will be unavailable from September 7-9. Nearby street parking is available, as is an HSR route. Thank you for your patience.
Kenilworth Branch - Parking Lot Not Available
Published:
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 - 2:00pm
Preview the New HPL.ca
We're excited to share a preview of the new HPL.ca before its official launch on September 15.
Explore the new site, discover updated navigation and get familiar with the improved online experience designed to make it easier to find Library services, programs, collections and information.
If you encounter an issue or have feedback, please let us know through our Contact Us page.
Published:
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - 3:00pm
Heat Warning Notification for the City of Hamilton
Heat Warning for the City of Hamilton.
Significant heat and humidity will arrive on Tuesday, September 1.
For information about heat-related illnesses, cool place locations and reducing your risk, visit hamilton.ca/heat.
Published:
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - 2:45pm
Ancaster Branch Elevator Out of Order
The elevator at Ancaster Branch is not working. We're working to get it fixed quickly.
Published:
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - 12:00pm
Concession Branch - Construction Updates
Due to a glass door installation for the new Makerspace area, Concession Branch will close at 1 pm on Thursday, September 3. It is expected to reopen to its regular hours with limited services on Friday, September 4. Stay tuned for continual updates.
www.hpl.ca/concession
Published:
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - 8:00am
Labour Day - All HPL Branches Closed
All HPL Branches are closed on Sunday, September 6 and Labour Day, Monday, September 7. Bookmobile is off the road. Extended Access is not available. Regular service hours resume on Tuesday, September 8.
Published:
Monday, August 31, 2026 - 2:45pm
Barton Branch - Construction in Area
Please note that Milton Avenue at Barton Street is under construction. Access to the parking lot is limited. Nearby street parking is available and an HSR route out front. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Monday, August 31, 2026 - 2:30pm
Print on the Go Currently Unavailable
The Print on the Go service is not working at all Branches. We aim to fix it as soon as possible.
Published:
Thursday, August 27, 2026 - 12:30pm
Delayed Openings and Closures
Due to Staff training, the following service modifications are planned.
- Turner Park: Wednesday, September 2, Noon-1 pm Closure
- Red Hill: Friday, September 18, Delayed Opening of 10 am
- Central Library: Tuesday, September 29, Delayed Opening of 10 am
Visit www.hpl.ca/hours for open alternate locations.
Published:
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - 2:00pm
Bookmobile Schedule Modifications for September
Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for September:
Please visit www.hpl.ca/bookmobile for updates on service modifications.
Tuesday, September 8
- Strathcona - Cancelled
- McMaster - Cancelled
Thursday, September 10
- Rockton and Millgrove visits moved to Saturdays (Starting September 12)
Saturday, September 12
- Stoney Creek - Cancelled
- Riverdale - Cancelled
Thursday, September 17
- Mohawk Gardens - Cancelled
- Meadowlands - Cancelled
Friday, September 18
- Winona - Cancelled
- Queen Victoria - Cancelled
Published:
Monday, August 24, 2026 - 9:30am
Study Halls Pause for Summer Break
After Hours Study Hall is not available in July and August. Hours will resume Tuesday, September 8. www.hpl.ca/study-halls
Published:
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 - 3:00pm
Arts And Culture Events
- Red Hill Branch
- 695 Queenston Road Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Unleash your creative side.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (2024) PG
Bring along your support staff, friends and family and feel free to laugh out loud, sing and dance with the lights on.
- Barton Branch
- 571 Barton Street East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Get creative and make a unique craft.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Bring stories to life through drawing, doodles and visual storytelling.
- Stoney Creek Branch
- 777 Highway 8 Stoney Creek ON
Ferdinand (2018) PG
Bring along your support staff, friends and family and feel free to laugh out loud, sing and dance with the lights on.
- Barton Branch
- 571 Barton Street East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Unleash your creative side.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Practise your French-speaking skills weekly at beginner or intermediate level.
- Ancaster Branch
- 300 Wilson St East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Unleash your creative side.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Two Families Band: Four-piece Band and Vocals
Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library.
- Saltfleet Branch
- 131 Gray Road Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
Get creative and make a unique craft.
- Locke Branch
- 285 Locke Street South Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Unleash your creative side.
- Freelton Branch
- 1803 Brock Road Freelton ON
In-Branch Program
Unleash your creative side.
- Terryberry Branch
- 100 Mohawk Road West Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Practise your French-speaking skills weekly at beginner or intermediate level.
- Saltfleet Branch
- 131 Gray Road Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
Get creative and make a unique craft.
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
Exercise your vocals chords and sing along with your favourite songs.
- Saltfleet Branch
- 131 Gray Road Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
Practise your French-speaking skills weekly at beginner or intermediate level.
- Ancaster Branch
- 300 Wilson St East Hamilton ON
Get creative and make a unique craft.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
Monsters University (2013) G
Watch new releases and rediscover old favourites.
- Saltfleet Branch
- 131 Gray Road Stoney Creek ON
Hoppers (2026) G
Watch new releases and rediscover old favourites.
- Stoney Creek Branch
- 777 Highway 8 Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
Get creative and make a unique craft.
