Stoney Creek Branch: Parking Lot Disruption

Due to the Stoney Creek Santa Claus Parade route, Stoney Creek Branch's parking lot will be unavailable from 9 am-3 pm on Saturday, December 6. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Published:
Monday, November 24, 2025 - 9:00am
Central Makerspace Closed

Makerspace is closed today due to unforeseen circumstances and will re-open tomorrow. We apologize for the inconvenience.

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Affected Branch: Central Library
Published:
Sunday, November 23, 2025 - 12:00pm
Freelton Branch Network Unavailable

On Wednesday, November 26, there will be a guest WiFi disruption as upgrade maintenance will take place. We apologize for the inconvenience. 

Published:
Friday, November 21, 2025 - 1:00pm
Greensville Branch: Parking Lot Disruption

On Monday, November 24, there will be tree removal services on-site until 3pm. Parking spaces will be limited during Extended Access. We apologize for the inconvenience.

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Published:
Thursday, November 20, 2025 - 2:00pm
Mount Hope Branch Network Unavailable

On Tuesday, November 25, there will be a guest WiFi disruption as upgrade maintenance will take place. We apologize for the inconvenience. 

Published:
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 - 3:15pm
Concession Branch: Guest WiFi Upgrade

On Monday, November 24, there will be a guest WiFi disruption as upgrade maintenance will take place. We apologize for the inconvenience. 

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Published:
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 - 2:00pm
Extended Access at Freelton Branch Unavailable

Extended Access at Freelton Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly. Apologies for the inconvenience.

Published:
Monday, November 17, 2025 - 2:00pm
Large Format Printer Currently Unavailable

The Large Format Printer is not working at Dundas Branch. We aim to fix it as soon as possible.

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Published:
Friday, November 14, 2025 - 4:30pm
Bookmobile Service Modification

Please note the Bookmobile will be attending the following community events.

Saturday, November 29: 

  • Hess Village Winter Market, 10:30am-4:30pm
  • Regular Saturday Visits cancelled for both dates. 

Saturday, December 6:

  • Stoney Creek Santa Claus Parade 2-4pm
  • Millgrove Visit is cancelled.
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Affected Branch: Bookmobile
Nearest Branches: 
Published:
Friday, November 14, 2025 - 1:00pm
Delayed Branch Openings 

The following locations will open later than scheduled to allow for Staff training drills. 

Monday, November 24
Mount Hope, 2pm

Thursday, November 27
Stoney Creek, 10am

Please visit nearby branches. www.hpl.ca/hours

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Tuesday, October 7, 2025 - 2:00pm
Replacement and Damage Fees

Bring back your borrowed library items (due Oct 1 or later) within 28 days to avoid a replacement or lost fee. We'll remove the fee when you bring back your overdue items. 

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, September 11, 2025 - 3:00pm

Books And Writing Events

In-Branch Program

A free early intervention literacy program for neurodiverse students in Grades 2-8.

In-Branch Program

A free early intervention literacy program for neurodiverse students in Grades 2-8.
Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest, confidence and a love for reading.

Choose Your Favourite Book

Chat about your favourite titles, discover new ones and meet friends.

In-Branch Program

A free early intervention literacy program for neurodiverse students in Grades 2-8.

In-Branch Program

A free early intervention literacy program for neurodiverse students in Grades 2-8.
A supportive forum for aspiring writers.

The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

In-Branch Program

A free early intervention literacy program for neurodiverse students in Grades 2-8.

In-Branch Program

A free early intervention literacy program for neurodiverse students in Grades 2-8.
Practice writing skills and network with other writers.

The Old El Paso Cookbook

Level up your cooking and baking skills. Choose a recipe, prepare it at home and share your experience with fellow home chefs.
Join a fun interactive program for adults with disabilities.

My Body is Distant by Paige Maylott

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

In-Branch Program

Share your recent reads and get recommendations for your next book.

Anxious People by Fredrik Backman

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

Alias Grace by Margaret Atwood

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

The Serviceberry by Robin Wall Kimmerer

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

Does This Taste Funny? by Stephen Colbert

Level up your cooking and baking skills. Choose a recipe, prepare it at home and share your experience with fellow home chefs.

In-Branch Program

A free early intervention literacy program for neurodiverse students in Grades 2-8.