Monday, April 28 is the National Day of Mourning to remember and honour those who have died, been injured or suffered illness in the workplace. All HPL Branches will observe a minute of silence at 11am to honour their memories.
April 28: National Day of Mourning
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, April 25, 2025 - 9:00am
Westdale Branch: Polling Station
Monday, April 28 is Election Day in Canada. Westdale Branch is open 9:30am-9:30pm as a polling station. Please bring one piece of ID to vote. Please note there will be a minute of silence at 11am in honour of the National Day of Mourning.
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Published:
Friday, April 25, 2025 - 9:00am
City of Hamilton IT Maintenance
Due to City IT maintenance, HPL's catalogue and digital resources will not be available on Sunday, April 27 between midnight and 1am. We apologize for the inconvenience.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, April 25, 2025 - 9:00am
Extended Access at Freelton Branch Unavailable
Extended Access at Freelton Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly. Apologies for the inconvenience.
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Published:
Thursday, April 24, 2025 - 12:00pm
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
Barton Branch - Roof Repair
Due to the ongoing roof repair project, noise and parking disruptions will continue until April 25. Thank you for your patience.
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Published:
Tuesday, April 8, 2025 - 3:30pm
Sherwood Branch - Basement Renovation
The first phase of renovations will begin at the Sherwood Branch from April 10 to May 2. 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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Published:
Monday, April 7, 2025 - 8:30am
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
Games Events
- Westdale Branch
- 955 King Street West Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Bring the family and play chess.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
In-Branch Program
Bring the family and play chess.
- Kenilworth Branch
- 103 Kenilworth Avenue North Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Learn the basics of chess: the board, the pieces, and the strategy.
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
Hang out with friends in the library and explore games and activities.
- Parkdale Branch
- 256 Parkdale Ave N Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Play the classic word game with others.
- Sherwood Branch
- 467 Upper Ottawa Street Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Play chess with other teens.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
Mario Kart 8
Challenge fellow gamers to claim the title of champion.
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
Drop-in board game and puzzle fun.
- Barton Branch
- 571 Barton Street East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Bring along your support staff, friends and family and feel free to colour, do puzzles and play games.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
In-Branch Program
Sing and play under the rainbow parachute.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
In-Branch Program
Play chess with other fans of the game and hone your skills.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Dabble in colouring, puzzles and Scrabble.
- Sherwood Branch
- 467 Upper Ottawa Street Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Play the classic word game with others.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Imagine, build and play with giant, blue foam blocks.
- Saltfleet Branch
- 131 Grays Road Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
Play video games on Nintendo Switch with other teens.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
In-Branch Program
Take your character on a legendary adventure.
- Sherwood Branch
- 467 Upper Ottawa Street Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Bring the family and play chess.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Play chess with other teens.
- Barton Branch
- 571 Barton Street East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Drop-in board game and puzzle fun.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
In-Branch Program
Drop-in board game and puzzle fun.
