Lynden Accessible Washroom Out of Order
The accessible washroom at the Lynden branch is out of order. Apologies for the inconvenience.
Locke Branch - Filming in the Area
From January 28 to February 7, filming will take place in the vicinity of the Melrose United Church on Homewood Avenue. This will impact side street parking when visiting our branch location. 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.
Library Services Update
- JAWS (Job Access With Speech) computers are not available.
- Photocopying and scanning services are available at all branches. Print on the Go is currently not available.
Contact Library Staff at 289-779-7588, hpl.ca or askus@hpl.ca. Check hpl.ca/events for programs and hpl.ca/hours for open hours.
June is Indigenous History Month
Indigenous History Month at HPL
June is National Indigenous History Month and June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day, a time to honour the history, heritage and diversity of Indigenous peoples in Canada. Learn and celebrate with HPL’s collections, programs and events.
Events
Amplifying Indigenous Voices with David A. Robertson
Wednesday June 5
Central Library
6:30-7:30pm
Attend a reading and conversation with author David A. Robertson, whose books When We Were Alone and On the Trapline won the Governor General's Literary Award in 2017 and 2021 respectively.
In Conversation with Jeffrey Luscombe
Thursday June 27
Central
6:30-7:30pm
Attend a live reading and conversation with author Jeffrey Luscombe, who discusses his new book, To Refrain From Embracing.
Children's Puppet Theatre
Friday June 28
Red Hill
2:00-3:00pm
A retelling of the story of how the turtle carries our world on her back and how the tiny muskrat succeeds in giving us the greatest gift of all: a place to call home, Turtle Island. Presented by Rabbit and Bear Paws.
National Indigenous Peoples Day – June 21
Friday June 21
Central Library
12:00-1:00pm
James N. Wilson performs in Central Library’s Hamilton Room to bring the community together in recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day.
Browse our Collection
HPL’s catalogue features Indigenous reads for Adults, Kids, Teens and Early Years, as well as Staff Picks.
More Resources from the Government of Canada
National Indigenous History Month
Indigenous Arts, Culture and Heritage
Indigenous Peoples and Communities
