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 Morgan Firestone Arena, 385 Jerseyville Road West, Ancaster. The last day to pick up your Holds is Thursday, May 1st. Thank you for your understanding.
Ancaster Branch - Temporary Closure, May 5-31
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Published:
Wednesday, April 16, 2025 - 11:00am
All Branches Closed for Good Friday
All branches closed on Friday, April 18, 2025 for Good Friday. This includes branches with Extended Access.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, April 11, 2025 - 10:15am
All Branches Closed for Easter Sunday
All branches closed on Sunday, April 20, 2025 for Easter Sunday. This includes branches with Extended Access.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, April 11, 2025 - 10:15am
All Branches Closed for Easter Monday
All branches closed on Monday, April 21, 2025 for Easter Monday. This includes branches with Extended Access.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, April 11, 2025 - 10:15am
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
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Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:30am
March Break Events
- Sherwood Branch
- 467 Upper Ottawa Street Hamilton ON
Make a cool creation worthy of being called a masterpiece.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Learn how to use an embroidery machine.
- Westdale Branch
- 955 King Street West Hamilton ON
Crafts and Makerspace activities.
- Binbrook Branch
- 2641 Regional Road 56 Binbrook ON
Unleash your creative side.
- Concession Branch
- 565 Concession Street Hamilton ON
Watch new releases and rediscover old favourites.
- Kenilworth Branch
- 103 Kenilworth Avenue North Hamilton ON
Test your powers of observation and deduction to solve a mystery.
- Stoney Creek Branch
- 777 Highway 8 Stoney Creek ON
Watch new releases and rediscover old favourites.
- Locke Branch
- 285 Locke Street South Hamilton ON
Unleash your creative side.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Watch new releases and rediscover old favourites.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
Pokémon-themed crafts and activities.
- Terryberry Branch
- 100 Mohawk Road West Hamilton ON
Learn about volcanoes and what makes them erupt. Presented by McMaster University's "Let's Talk Science" volunteers.
- Saltfleet Branch
- 131 Grays Road Stoney Creek ON
Build, imagine and play with LEGO.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
Unleash your creative side.
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
Unleash your creative side.
- Ancaster Branch
- 300 Wilson Street East Ancaster ON
Explore interesting facts about water.
- Sherwood Branch
- 467 Upper Ottawa Street Hamilton ON
Put your observation skills to the test in a fun way.
- Kenilworth Branch
- 103 Kenilworth Avenue North Hamilton ON
Learn about amazing amphibians.
- Sherwood Branch
- 467 Upper Ottawa Street Hamilton ON
Explore creative and active play centres.
- Binbrook Branch
- 2641 Regional Road 56 Binbrook ON
Make a house strong enough to withstand the Big Bad Wolf's huffing and puffing.
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
Build, imagine and play with LEGO.
