Sherwood Makerspace Unavailable

Due to ongoing construction on the second floor, the Sherwood Makerspace is temporarily unavailable. We anticipate reopening in late June. The nearest Makerspace location is Concession Branch.

Published:
Tuesday, June 2, 2026 - 11:00am
Digital Microfilm Readers Are Currently Unavailable

Digital microfilm readers are not available at Central library branch until further notice. We're working on a repair. In the meantime a single analog reader is available in the Local History and Archives Reading Room

Published:
Monday, May 25, 2026 - 12:00pm
SmartPay Service Not Available

HPL's online payment service is not working. We aim to restore it quickly. Apologies for the inconvenience.

Published:
Friday, May 22, 2026 - 2:15pm
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 

Tuesday, June 2:                  

  • McMaster University - Cancelled

Friday, June 5:                    

  • Winona - Cancelled
  • Queen Victoria - Cancelled

Saturday, June 6:                 

  • All Regular Sites are Cancelled due to a Special Event
Published:
Friday, May 22, 2026 - 12:00pm
Central Library: Children's Area Renovation on 2nd Floor

Renovations are currently underway for the 2nd Floor Central Children's Area. Programs are still being offered as scheduled and there is a temporary pop-up Children’s Area on the northeast side of the 2nd Floor (near the Piano Room), including access to collections and train tables. Construction is expected to be completed by late Spring. Thank you for your patience.

Published:
Monday, March 23, 2026 - 9:00am
Sherwood Branch: Renovations

As of Monday, March 2, Sherwood Branch's 2nd Floor is closed due to renovations. Makerspace, Children and Teen's collection are temporarily available on the 1st Floor. All programs will be held in the basement program room. Renovations are expected to be completed in late Spring. Thank you for your patience.

Published:
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 1:00pm

Makerspace And Technology Events

In-Branch Program

Bring your phone, tablet or laptop computer and your technology questions to this drop-in program.

In-Branch Program

Learn the basics of how to use the program Microsoft Word.
Bring your tech questions and get one-on-one help.
Bring your tech questions and get one-on-one help.

In-Branch Program

Bring your phone, tablet or laptop computer and your technology questions to this drop-in program.

In-Branch Program

Learn to design and create projects on this crafting machine.

Facebook Marketplace and Kijiji

Learn how to buy and sell your items using the popular online marketplaces Facebook Marketplace and Kijiji.

In-Branch Program

Learn about 3D design.
Bring your tech questions and get one-on-one help.
An introduction to the basics of a computer including using the mouse and keyboard.

In-Branch Program

Make a craft with a Cricut machine. For ages 9-12.

In-Branch Program

Make a craft with a Cricut machine. For ages 9-12.

In-Branch Program

Learn to code with Ozobots. Suitable for children age 8-12.
Choose from an assortment of tech devices and traditional crafting materials. Ages 8 to 12.
Learn how to create custom designs, print and cut them out using a vinyl printer.

In-Branch Program

Make a craft with a Cricut machine.

In-Branch Program

Bring your phone, tablet or laptop computer and your technology questions to this drop-in program.

In-Branch Program

Bring your phone, tablet or laptop computer and your technology questions to this drop-in program.
Learn the features and functions of the Brother PRS100 embroidery machine.
Bring your tech questions and get one-on-one help.