We're excited to share a preview of the new HPL.ca before its official launch on September 15.
Explore the new site, discover updated navigation and get familiar with the improved online experience designed to make it easier to find Library services, programs, collections and information.
If you encounter an issue or have feedback, please let us know through our Contact Us page.
Heat Warning for the City of Hamilton.
Significant heat and humidity will arrive on Tuesday, September 1.
For information about heat-related illnesses, cool place locations and reducing your risk, visit hamilton.ca/heat.
The elevator at Ancaster Branch is not working. We're working to get it fixed quickly.
Due to a glass door installation for the new Makerspace area, Concession Branch will close at 1 pm on Thursday, September 3. It is expected to reopen to its regular hours with limited services on Friday, September 4. Stay tuned for continual updates.
www.hpl.ca/concession
All HPL Branches are closed on Sunday, September 6 and Labour Day, Monday, September 7. Bookmobile is off the road. Extended Access is not available. Regular service hours resume on Tuesday, September 8.
Please note that Milton Avenue at Barton Street is under construction. Access to the parking lot is limited. Nearby street parking is available and an HSR route out front. Thank you for your patience.
The Print on the Go service is not working at all Branches. We aim to fix it as soon as possible.
Due to Staff training, the following service modifications are planned.
Visit www.hpl.ca/hours for open alternate locations.
Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for September:
Please visit www.hpl.ca/bookmobile for updates on service modifications.
Tuesday, September 8
Thursday, September 10
Saturday, September 12
Thursday, September 17
Friday, September 18
After Hours Study Hall is not available in July and August. Hours will resume Tuesday, September 8. www.hpl.ca/study-halls
HPL Author Series - Louis Busch
Wednesday, September 16: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
West Harbour Branch - West Harbour- Library Area
Louis Busch discusses his new book Carry Your Heart.
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HPL Local Author Launch - Depression Cooking by Sonali Menezes
Tuesday, September 22: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Central Library - Central - Hamilton Room
Sonali Menezes in conversation with Anuja Varghese
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Writer in Residence - Welcome Reception - Meet HPL's Writer in Residence
Wednesday, September 23: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Central Library - Central - Hamilton Room
Meet the 2026-27 Mabel Pugh Taylor Writer-in-Residence and learn about the program where established authors mentor creative writers from the Hamilton community.
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HPL Writing Workshop with Richard Kelly Kemick - A Short Class on Short Stories
Tuesday, September 29: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Central Library - Central - 4th Floor Newcomers Classroom
Sharpen your writing skills with fellow writers in this workshop led by Richard Kelly Kemick
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HPL Writing Workshop with Vinh Nguyen - Igniting Setting
Wednesday, October 07: 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Terryberry Branch - Terryberry - Auditorium
Sharpen your writing skills with fellow writers.
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HPL Local Author Launch - Joyce Grant
Saturday, October 17: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Central Library - Central - Hamilton Room
Children's book writer Joyce Grant talks about her latest release: This is a Library Book.
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HPL Author Series - Fright Fest Panel
Wednesday, October 28: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
West Harbour Branch - West Harbour- Library Area
Fright Fest panel with Karma Brown, Nick Cutter, Jessica Hamilton and Andrew F. Sullivan.
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Relive a memorable talk or catch up on past author events with HPL’s In Conversation playlist on YouTube.
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