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.
Turner Park Branch - Roof Repair
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Published:
Monday, April 28, 2025 - 10:00am
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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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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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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Thursday, April 10, 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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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
Literary Events
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Rue Duplessis, ma petite noirceur par Jean-Phillipe Pleau
Si vous êtes intéressé à lire et à discuter de bons livres, il existe un club de lecture près de chez vous.
The Storyteller by Jodi Picoult
Chat about books at Shawn & Ed Brewing Company at 65 Hatt St., Dundas.
- Carlisle Branch
- 277 Carlisle Road Carlisle ON
Moon of the Turning Leaves by Waubgeshig Rice
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Terryberry Branch
- 100 Mohawk Road West Hamilton ON
The Hidden Dragon by Melissa Marr
Chat about your favourite titles, discover new ones and meet friends.
- Stoney Creek Branch
- 777 Highway 8 Stoney Creek ON
Hidden Valley Road by Robert Kolker
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
Chrysalis by Anuja Varghese
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Sherwood Branch
- 467 Upper Ottawa Street Hamilton ON
Old Babes in the Wood by Margaret Atwood
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Locke Branch
- 285 Locke Street South Hamilton ON
Violeta by Isabel Allende
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Binbrook Branch
- 2641 Regional Road 56 Binbrook ON
Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Concession Branch
- 565 Concession Street Hamilton ON
God Help the Child by Toni Morrison
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
Five Roses by Alice Zorn
Chat about books at Shawn & Ed Brewing Company at 65 Hatt St., Dundas.
- Locke Branch
- 285 Locke Street South Hamilton ON
Fifth Avenue Glamour Girl by Renee Rosen
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Terryberry Branch
- 100 Mohawk Road West Hamilton ON
Gnome Is Where Your Heart Is by Casey Lyall
Chat about your favourite titles, discover new ones and meet friends.
- Stoney Creek Branch
- 777 Highway 8 Stoney Creek ON
After the Flood by Kassandra Montag
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
All You Can Kill by Pasha Malla
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Ancaster Branch
- 300 Wilson Street East Ancaster ON
The Mystery of Locked Rooms by Lindsay Currie
Chat about your favourite titles, discover new ones and meet friends.
Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren
Read and discuss books, eBooks and eAudiobooks with fellow book lovers in this online program.
- Binbrook Branch
- 2641 Regional Road 56 Binbrook ON
Moon of the Turning Leaves by Waubgeshig Rice
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
The Long Call by Ann Cleeves
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
