The accessibility door at Carlisle Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly.
Carlisle Branch Accessible Door Out of Order
Published:
Thursday, June 25, 2026 - 2:45pm
Study Halls Pause for Summer Break
The last day of Study Hall is Thursday, June 25. The service will resume on Tuesday, September 8. www.hpl.ca/study-halls
Published:
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 - 3:00pm
Canada Day Closure - All Branches
All HPL Branches are closed on Canada Day, Wednesday, July 1st. Bookmobile is off the road and Extended Access is unavailable. Regular service hours resume on Thursday, July 2. Our Virtual Branch is open at hpl.ca. www.hpl.ca/hours
Published:
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 - 3:00pm
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
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
Special Events Events
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
FIFA World Cup 2026
Watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the 1st Floor Hamilton Room at Central Library.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
FIFA World Cup 2026
Watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the 1st Floor Hamilton Room at Central Library.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
FIFA World Cup 2026
Watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the 1st Floor Hamilton Room at Central Library.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
In-Branch Program
Learn about drumming with musicians from Crash Rhythm Drumming.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
FIFA World Cup 2026
Watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the 1st Floor Hamilton Room at Central Library.
- Kenilworth Branch
- 103 Kenilworth Avenue North Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
An interactive Rabbit & Bear Paws puppet show.
- Saltfleet Branch
- 131 Gray Road Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
From imaginative play to hands-on science experiments, every moment is designed to spark curiosity and creativity.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
FIFA World Cup 2026
Watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the 1st Floor Hamilton Room at Central Library.
- Freelton Branch
- 1803 Brock Road Freelton ON
In-Branch Program
From imaginative play to hands-on science experiments, every moment is designed to spark curiosity and creativity.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
FIFA World Cup 2026
Watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the 1st Floor Hamilton Room at Central Library.
- Terryberry Branch
- 100 Mohawk Road West Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
A magic show that is sure to amaze and entertain.
- Lynden Branch
- 110 Lynden Rd Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
From imaginative play to hands-on science experiments, every moment is designed to spark curiosity and creativity.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
In-Branch Program
A magical experience that will leave you spellbound.
- Carlisle Branch
- 277 Carlisle Road Carlisle ON
In-Branch Program
Board a bus full of animals on this mobile zoo.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
FIFA World Cup 2026
Watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the 1st Floor Hamilton Room at Central Library.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
FIFA World Cup 2026
Watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the 1st Floor Hamilton Room at Central Library.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
HPL's second-annual festival dedicated to romance novels and the people who love them.
- Red Hill Branch
- 695 Queenston Road Hamilton ON
Sensory-Friendly Performance
A musical concert by a well-loved performer in a small, welcoming group setting for children 0-12 who have developmental disabilities, atypical sensory processing and/or other conditions.
Gage Park - 1072 Main St. E.
A magic show that is sure to amaze and entertain.
- Binbrook Branch
- 2641 Regional Road 56 Binbrook ON
In-Branch Program
Singer, songwriter and family entertainer performs original and children's songs.
