Barton- Printing not available
Please be advised Printing is currently not available at Barton. We apologize for any inconvience this may cause.
Turner Park Branch - Fire Drill
On Wednesday, September 4, the Turner Park Branch will be closed from noon-1 pm for a joint fire drill with the Les Chater Family YMCA.
Thank you in advance for your patience.
Study Halls Return September 3
Study Hall service returns Tuesday, September 3 at the Central Library and the Dundas, Red Hill, Terryberry, Turner Park, Valley Park, and Waterdown branches. Please visit www.hpl.ca/study-halls for full details.
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.
Hamilton Reads 2019
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Hamilton Reads is our version of one really big book club. Through this shared reading experience, we hope to engage with book lovers and build community.
This year’s Hamilton Reads title is In Search of the Perfect Singing Flamingo by Claire Tacon.
#HPLreads
About the Book & Author
Read the book and join the conversation. Get your copy here and learn more about this year’s title.
Related Programs
From author-led writing workshops and a caregiver education series, to book club and movie discussions, there are different programs planned so you can join the conversation about this year’s title.
Meet the Author
Author reading, book signing and panel discussion with author, Claire Tacon.
Adult Summer Reading Club
This Summer, pick up a card and play Tic Tac Toe for your chance to win.