We are currently investigating an issue causing slowness/latency for users in Libby, Sora, LexisNexis, Kobo, and our OverDrive library sites. We aim to fix it quickly. Thank you for your patience.
OverDrive Apps Latency
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, April 24, 2025 - 3:15pm
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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Published:
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 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.
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Published:
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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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
Published:
Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:30am
Murder Victims
Abramo, Mary
- Died 1929
Anderson, John
- Died 1937
Askew, Charles
- Born circa 1882, Died 1953
Armes Family
- Died 1975
Adams, Robert
- Born circa 1949, Died 1984
Alaimo, Salvatore (Sam)
- Born circa 1932, Died 1985
Aussem, Henry
- Born circa 1919, Died 1989
Abdalla, Abdalla Awad Shaker
- Born circa 1952, Died 1991
Auer Family
- Died 1995
Antidormi, Zachary
- Born 1994, Died 1997
Auld, Terry Johnathan
- Born circa 1976, Died 2006
Ahmed, Abdulsamed
- Born circa 1965, Died 2007
Abdi, Sharman
- Born circa 1991, Died 2009
Aguilar, Leonel Alexandre Avalos
- Born circa 1989, Died 2013
