Wednesday, September 16
The West Harbour Branch main library space will be in use for an event all day.
Stacks and holds will remain available; however, the main library area will not be available for seating.
Thank you for your understanding.
West Harbour Branch – Main Library Space Unavailable - Wednesday, September 16
Published:
Monday, September 14, 2026 - 6:00pm
Preview the New HPL.ca
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.
Published:
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 - 3:00pm
Delayed Openings and Closures
Due to Staff training, the following service modifications are planned.
- Red Hill: Friday, September 18, Delayed Opening of 10 am
- Central Library: Tuesday, September 29, Delayed Opening of 10 am
Visit www.hpl.ca/hours for open alternate locations.
Published:
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - 2:00pm
Bookmobile Schedule Modifications for September
Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for September:
Please visit www.hpl.ca/bookmobile for updates on service modifications.
Thursday, September 17
- Mohawk Gardens - Cancelled
- Meadowlands - Cancelled
Friday, September 18
- Winona - Cancelled
- Queen Victoria - Cancelled
Published:
Monday, August 24, 2026 - 9:30am
More Hamilton Public Library Branches Opening for Takeout
More Hamilton Public Library Branches Opening for Takeout
HAMILTON, ON – July 3, 2020 – HPL is opening six more branches for Takeout service: Ancaster, Kenilworth, Sherwood, Saltfleet, Turner Park and Waterdown.
WHAT: HPL members can start placing holds for pickup at six additional branches, beginning Thursday July 9. When your holds are ready, you can schedule a pickup time beginning Tuesday July 14, 2020.
WHO: Library members: manage your holds beginning July 9 and when they’re ready, HPL will email or call you. Then you can make an appointment to pick up your holds starting at hpl.ca/takeout or call 905-546-3200. Pickup dates begin July 14.
WHERE: Phase 2 of Takeout begins July 14, 2020.
WHEN: Hamilton Public Library is opening six more branches, in addition to the four already open (Central, Dundas, Red Hill and Terryberry) where library members can pick up their items on hold when they’re ready.
