Barton Branch Washrooms Out of Order

All public washrooms at Barton Branch are not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.

Published:

Saturday, February 28, 2026 - 4:00pm

Freelton Branch – Extended Access Only

The Freelton Branch is open today from 9 AM to 5 PM for Extended Access only.

Published:

Saturday, February 28, 2026 - 8:45am

Valley Park Community Centre Closure

From March 23 until April 12, Valley Park Community Centre will be closed for renovations, reopening April 13. Pool and changerooms will remain closed until early summer 2026.

Valley Park Branch will remain open during the renovations for your library needs.

www.hpl.ca/valley-park

Published:

Friday, February 27, 2026 - 11:00am

Carlisle Branch - Exterior Filming

Filming will take place Mar 3-4, 7am to 11pm, at 1464 Centre Rd. This may impact traffic flow in the surrounding area.

Published:

Friday, February 20, 2026 - 2:15pm

Carlisle Branch Accessible Door Out of Order

The accessibility door at Carlisle Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly.

Published:

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 - 2:30pm

Concession Branch - Upcoming Renovations

Renovation preparations are underway in anticipation of the March 2 start. Computer availability may be limited. Living Room and Makerspace areas are closed. (The next nearest Makerspaces are Sherwood and Terryberry Branches.) Renovations are expected to be completed in late Spring. Thank you for your patience.

Published:

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 1:00pm

Sherwood Branch - Upcoming Renovations

Renovation preparations are underway in anticipation of the March 2 start. Starting the week of February 23, the 2nd Floor will be closed. The Children's collection will be temporarily available on the 1st Floor. Renovations are expected to be completed in late Spring. Thank you for your patience.

Published:

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 1:00pm

Central Library - Living Room Renovation Preparation

Starting Tuesday February 10, the First Floor Living Room is closed due to renovation preparations. Study and work spaces are available on Floors 2-4. Thank you for your patience.

Published:

Friday, February 6, 2026 - 9:00am

Bookmobile Service Modification

Please note the following Bookmobile visit updates.

Friday, February 27
Winona 11:00am-12:00pm - Cancelled
Maplewood 2:30-4:00pm - Cancelled

Published:

Monday, February 2, 2026 - 3:15pm

Carlisle Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order

The accessible washroom at Carlisle Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.

Published:

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 - 12:30pm

Central Library - Sunday Hours Paused

Effective Sunday, February 1, Sunday service hours at Central Library will be paused.

Sunday Hours will continue at Dundas, Red Hill, Terryberry, Turner Park, Valley Park and Waterdown Branches from 1-5pm.

www.hpl.ca/hours

Published:

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 - 11:00am

Media Releases

Author Ralph Nader to Read at Central Library

HAMILTON, ON – November 14, 2016 – Hamilton Public Library will host author Ralph Nader on Friday, November 18.

Show Your Library Some Love: Help Us Reach 7 Million Items Borrowed In 2016

HAMILTON, ON – October 21, 2016 – Hamilton Public Library launches its seven million challenge, calling on the help of customers to reach a 2016 circulation goal of seven million items borrowed by December 31, 2016.

Opening of "Canadian Aviators Help Warsaw During the '44 Uprising" Exhibit

Hamilton Public Library invites everyone to the official opening of an exciting historical exhibition sponsored by the Consulate General of Poland in Toronto.

Join Us for the Launch of the Storytelling Project Event at the Grand Unveiling of the New Hamilton Room

HAMILTON, ON –September 22, 2016 – Hamilton Public Library and our community partners are celebrating the official launch of the Love Your City, Share Your Story digital storytelling project at an unveiling event on Friday, September 30. This event will take place in newly renovated Hamilton Room at the Central Library and will be an opportunity to thank the partners, donors and sponsors who have generously supported these projects.

Official Launch of Culture Days in Hamilton

HAMILTON, ON – September 28, 2016 – Hamilton Arts Council (HAC) and Hamilton Public Library (HPL) are partnering this year with Culture Days Ontario to bring Culture Days events to HPL.

Hamilton Gallery of Distinction announces 2016 inductees

Hamilton, ON -- Sept. 15, 2016: Seven outstanding citizens have been named to Hamilton’s Gallery of Distinction. The 2016 inductees include leaders from healthcare, the arts, local business, community service and sports. Each has made a lasting contribution to Hamilton. They will be inducted at the 33rd annual gala dinner on Tuesday, Nov. 15th at Michelangelo Events & Conference Centre.

Dundas Branch Closed For Renovations

HAMILTON, ON – August 30, 2016 –Hamilton Public Library’s Dundas Branch is under construction and will be closed for renovations beginning as of 5 p.m. on Saturday September 3.

Temporary Binbrook Branch Location Now Open

HAMILTON, ON – August 15, 2016 –Hamilton Public Library’s Binbrook Branch is under construction. A new temporary branch is now open at 2668 Binbrook Rd, Unit 204 in Binbrook.

Take a StoryWalk® and Mix Physical Activity with Reading

HAMILTON, ON – August 15, 2016 – Hamilton Public Library celebrates the launch of the Storywalk® initiative and invites children and their families to join us at Mountain Drive Park for a day of reading and physical activity.

Sherwood Library's Front Entrance Will Be Temporarily Under Construction Beginning August 15, 2016

HAMILTON, ON – July 28, 2016 – Hamilton Public Library’s Sherwood Branch will be under construction beginning on Monday, August 15, as part of a planned infrastructure renewal project.

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