Mount Hope Branch - Photocopy and Scanning Unavailable
Photocopying and scanning are currently not available at Mount Hope Branch. Printing is available. Estimated time of disruption is unknown. Thank you for your patience.
Printing Unavailable- Concession branch
Printing is not available at the Concession Branch today, Tuesday March 11. Estimated time of disruption is unknown at this time. 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 Author Series
HPL Writing Workshop with Andrew F. Sullivan
Saturday March 1, 1:00pm - 2:00 pm
Kenilworth Branch
Join Andrew F. Sullivan and fellow writers for a workshop focused on fiction. Bring a pen and notebook or laptop.
Hamilton Reads 2025 Launch
Thursday March 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library
Find out the one book Hamilton should read this year. Meet the author. Music, book chats, treats and more.
How to Survive a Bear Attack with Claire Cameron
Thursday April 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Central Library
Author Claire Cameron discusses her book with Hamilton Review of Books founder Dana Hansen.
HPL Writing Workshop with Lishai Peel
Monday April 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Red Hill Branch
Thursday April 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Central Library
Sharpen your writing skills with fellow writers in this workshop led by Lishai Peel.
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Previous Author Events
Relive a memorable talk or catch up on past author events with HPL’s In Conversation playlist on YouTube.
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