Barton Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order
The accessible washroom at Barton Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
Barton Branch - Roof Renovation
From March 12 to April 8, the Barton Branch will undergo roof repairs. There may be limited parking and noise disruptions. Thank you for your patience.
Concession Branch - Photocopying and Scanning Temporarily Not Available
As of Thursday, March 13th photocopying and scanning are temporarily not available at the Concession Branch. The estimated time of disruption is unknown. Thank you for your patience.
Mount Hope Branch - Photocopying, Printing, and Scanning Temporarily Not Available
As of Tuesday, March 11, photocopying, printing, and scanning are temporarily not available at the Mount Hope Branch. The estimated time of disruption is unknown. Thank you for your patience.
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.
Turner Park Branch - Large Format Printer Unavailable
The large format printer at Turner Park is currently unavailable. Please utilize our other Makerspace locations if needed. We will advise once it is restored to service.
Roadwork near Barton Branch
Starting Monday March 17, the City of Hamilton begins roadwork on Wilson Street and Sherman Avenue. The construction will be completed in stages until December 2025. There may be traffic delays if you are planning to visit the Barton Branch.
HPL's Annual Evening for Book Lovers Event to Unveil the 2018 Hamilton Reads Title
HAMILTON, ON – June 1, 2018 – Hamilton Public Library hosts An Evening for Book Lovers on Friday, June 8 at Central Library. First, we welcome author Alison Pick, who will read from her novel, Strangers with the Same Dream. Then, be among the first to find out the book every Hamiltonian should read this year as we reveal the 2018 Hamilton Reads title. Attendees will also be entered into a Grand Prize draw
The emcee for the evening is Annette Hamm, co-host of CHCH-TV Morning Live.
Tickets for this 19+ ages event, which includes food and refreshments, are $10.
WHAT: Author, Alison Pick reads from her novel, Strangers with the Same Dream and will sign her books afterwards HPL also announces the 2018 Hamilton Reads title.
WHO: Alison Pick is a Canadian author and poet. Her written works include two published novels, a memoir and two poetry collections.
WHEN: Friday, June 8, 7-9pm
WHERE: Central Library – Hamilton Room
55 York Blvd., Hamilton
For more information about this event, please visit our website.
About Hamilton Public Library
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