Carlisle Branch - Accessible Washroom Unavailable
The accessible washroom at Carlisle Branch is temporarily unavailable. We are working to remedy this issue and apologize for the inconvenience.
Carlisle Branch - Extended Access
On Wednesday, October 9, Extended Access will not be available from 9 am-3 pm due to maintenance. Thank you for your patience.
Central Library and Stoney Creek Branch - Delayed Openings
Due to Staff training, Central Library opens at 10 am on Tuesday October 1.
Nearby are Barton or Locke branches, which both open at 9am.
Also due to Staff training, Stoney Creek Branch opens at 10am on Monday October 7.
Nearby are Saltfleet and Red Hill branches, which both open at 9am.
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.
Repair Café - Volunteer Fixers
Program Overview
Repair Cafés promote sustainability, foster community spirit, encourage lifelong learning, skill building and intergenerational connections. Repair Café “fixers” share a variety of skills to help community members fix common household items. HPL is looking for keen restorers, menders, and handy people to volunteer at upcoming Repair Cafes. Repair categories include small appliances, electronics, sewing, jewelry, bicycles and more.
Time Commitment
• 2-3 hours per session
• Quarterly sessions
Qualifications
• An interest and ability to fix something (please tell us what you repair)
• Possess manual dexterity and ability to handle, lift, and move objects and use tools
• Attention to detail
• Creative, inquisitive mindset
• Patient demeanor when teaching others
• Able to interact with others in a positive, and professional manner
Responsibilities
• Communicate with the customer to decide what the problem is, and how to fix it
• Bring tools you like to work with for your repairs
• Repair objects and demonstrate the process
• Interact with customers in a friendly manner
Volunteer Benefits
• Satisfaction of helping someone acquire new skills
• Challenge and reward of repairing a broken item
• Contributing to community development and sustainability
Contact:
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The Volunteer Coordinator at (905) 546-3200 x 3620 or email volunteer@hpl.ca