Terryberry Branch Without Power

Terryberry Branch is experiencing partial power outages throughout the branch. Estimated time of return to full power is from 8pm-10pm. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Published:
Thursday, June 18, 2026 - 5:30pm
Locke Branch - Exterior Neighbourhood Filming

From June 21 to June 27, filming activities, production vehicles and film equipment will be located on:

  • West side, Kent Street between Homewood Avenue and Aberdeen Avenue
  • East side Locke Street between Homewood Avenue and Stanley Street
  • South side of Homewood Avenue

Parking may be limited at times when visiting Locke Branch. Thank you in advance for your patience.

Published:
Thursday, June 18, 2026 - 2:30pm
Construction work at Barton Branch

The entrance to the Barton Branch parking lot off of Milton St. is currently inaccessible due to construction. The parking lot can still be accessed via the alley off Fullerton St. during this time.

Published:
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 - 9:15am
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.

Published:
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 - 5:00am
Bookmobile Service Modification

Due to Driver availability, Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for the month of June. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Bookmobile Service June Modifications 

Friday, June 18:                  

  • Six Nations Public Library - Cancelled
  • Maplewood- Cancelled

Wednesday, June 24:              

  • Swansea - Cancelled
  • Helen Detwiler - Cancelled
  • Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum - Cancelled

Saturday, June 27:                

  • Stoney Creek Arena - Cancelled
  • Riverdale - Cancelled
  • Discovery Centre - 3-4pm instead 

Tuesday, June 30:              

  • Greencedar - Cancelled
  • Mountview - Cancelled
Published:
Friday, May 22, 2026 - 12:00pm

Health And Wellness Events

In-Branch Program

Join us for movement-based play.

In-Branch Program

Exercise your way to better health and fitness.

In-Branch Program

Explore and create with our various food-themed stations and activities.

In-Branch Program

Learn how to gather people in your community and become the caretakers of your neighbourhood park.

In-Branch Program

Take a break from the stress of studying and visit with a therapy dog.
CANCELED

In-Branch Program

Mild exercise to help release your tension and stress.

In-Branch Program

Exercise your way to better health and fitness.
Outlines important legal and financial considerations relevant to people living with dementia and their care partners and discusses resources for support.
Improve your strength, balance and flexibility, regardless of current physical ability, through the SMART program.
Improve your strength, balance and flexibility, regardless of current physical ability, through the SMART program.

In-Branch Program

Exercise your way to better health and fitness.

In Branch

Learn the benefits of massage for your infant and how to do it.
A safe space for women to discuss mental health, wellness, boundaries, healthy relationships and more.

In-Branch

A space for new parents and caregivers to connect, receive information from an Early Childhood Educator and participate in an activity or song with baby.
Improve your strength, balance and flexibility, regardless of current physical ability, through the SMART program.
CANCELED

In-Branch Program

A social space for people with memory issues and their care partner.

In-Branch Program

Connect with other families in a sensory-friendly environment.

In-Branch Program

A guided session of meditation awaits.
A safe space for women to discuss mental health, wellness, boundaries, healthy relationships and more.

In Branch

Learn the benefits of massage for your infant and how to do it.