Extended Heat Warning in Effect

The Medical Officer of Health for the City of Hamilton has initiated an Extended Heat Warning starting today, Monday, August 11. The Extended Heat Warning will remain in effect until a cancellation notice is sent.

For information about heat-related illnesses, cool place locations, and reducing your risk, visit www.hamilton.ca/heat.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Monday, August 11, 2025 - 10:00am
Kenilworth Branch - Upcoming Temporary Closure

Due to roof repair maintenance, the Branch is temporarily closed from August 28 until October 10. Please visit Parkdale and Barton locations as your nearest branches for your library needs. Thank you for your understanding.

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Affected Branch: Kenilworth Branch
Published:
Monday, August 11, 2025 - 8:00am
Turner Park - Outdoor Maintenance and Repairs

From August 18-19, accessible parking spots at the back of the building will not be available due to concrete and perimeter walkway repairs. From August 20-22, the main entrance from the back of the building will not be available. Please use the sidewalk on the side of the Branch to enter through the front entrance (off Rymal Road East) and gain access to the back parking lot. Thank you for your understanding.

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Affected Branch: Turner Park Branch
Published:
Friday, August 8, 2025 - 12:00pm
Printing, Photocopying and Scanning Unavailable at Dundas Branch

Printing and photocopying are not working at Dundas Branch. We're working to get these working again as soon as possible.

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Affected Branch: Dundas Branch
Published:
Saturday, August 2, 2025 - 9:45am
Terryberry Branch Elevator Out of Order

The parking lot elevator at Terryberry Branch is not working. Members will need to use the accessible ramp at the Mohawk entrance and the inner elevator. We're working to get it fixed quickly.

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Affected Branch: Terryberry Branch
Published:
Saturday, May 31, 2025 - 1:00pm
Public Computers - Audio Volume

Please note that the audio volume levels on our public computers are having issues. The estimated time of disruption is unknown at this time. Thank you for your patience.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 4:00pm
Mount Hope Branch Accessibile Ramp Not Available

The accessibility ramp at Mount Hope Branch is damaged. The handrail is not available. The ramp will not be available while being repaired. We aim to fix it quickly.

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Affected Branch: Mount Hope Branch
Published:
Friday, May 23, 2025 - 4:30pm

Sherwood Branch

Open Hours: 
Sun: Closed
Mon: 9:00 am-7:00 pm
Tue: 9:00 am-7:00 pm
Wed: 9:00 am-7:00 pm
Thu: 9:00 am-7:00 pm
Fri: 9:00 am-6:00 pm
Sat: 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Note: Public computers shut down 15 minutes and Makerspaces close 30 minutes before the branch closes.
Address:
467 Upper Ottawa Street
L8T 3T3 Hamilton, ON
Google Map
AskHPL: 
Bus Routes: 
HSR Route 22 - Upper Ottawa HSR Route 41 - Mohawk
Branch Manager: 
Elizabeth Taylor (etaylor@hpl.ca)
Branch Features: 
Book Return
Free Parking
Wheelchair Accessible
French Collection
Bike Rack
Black and White and Colour Copying
Scan to USB and Email
Accessible Features: 
Accessible Parking
Accessible Counter
Accessible Washroom
Automatic Door Opener
Accessible Ramp
Accessible Interview Space
Elevator
Family Change Room

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photo of sherwood branch of hamilton public library
Sherwood Branch

The Sherwood Branch was opened as a storefront in a small plaza on Upper Ottawa Street in November 1966. In 1981, the Branch expanded and eventually moved to a larger and brighter facility in June 1991. Sherwood Branch was most recently renovated in 2010.

The Branch offers materials and programming for children, teens and adults.

The Sherwood Branch is located at 467 Upper Ottawa St, Hamilton, ON L8T 3T3

Closest major intersection  

Upper Ottawa Street and Fennell Avenue East