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.
Summer Reading Club 2024
Pick up an activity tracker, complete fun challenges and win stickers and prizes.
Booklovers unite for engaging reading, writing and storytelling programs for all age levels.
Test your skills and reach the next level with games, activities and technological gadgets.
Meet fuzzy, scaly and feathered animal friends and take in a cool magic or puppet show.
Enjoy wholesome Family Movies, take in a musical performance by a local children’s entertainer or have fun with musical instruments.
Make and create with traditional art supplies or Makerspace tools and take part in science, math and astronomy activities.
Practice your reading skills with a volunteer Reading Buddy. Children 6-12 can get help with reading through game-playing and fun activities.
Fun Projects and Activities
Activities for kids ages 0-4.
Activities for kids ages 4-12.
Activities for teens ages 12-18.
Events and Programs
View our What’s Happening Guide for a complete list of programs by age group.