Waterdown Branch Accessibile Washroom Out of Order

The accessible washroom in both the Waterdown library and the lobby of the Waterdown shared facility are out of order. We aim to get it fixed quickly.

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Published:
Thursday, May 8, 2025 - 6:45pm
Sherwood Branch Closure: Wednesday, May 14

In preparation for the 1st Floor renovations, the Sherwood Branch will be closed on Wednesday, May 14. It is expected to reopen on Thursday, May 15 with the completion of the basement renovation. Thank you for your understanding.

Published:
Thursday, May 8, 2025 - 12:00pm
Study Hall, Thursday, May 8

Due to City IT maintenance, there may be an intermittent network outage between 8-10 pm during Study Hall on Thursday, May 8. Computers, printers and WiFi may not be available at times. Thank you for your patience.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 - 4:00pm
All Branches Closed - Victoria Day 

All HPL Branches are closed on Sunday, May 18, and Victoria Day, Monday, May 19. Bookmobile is off the road. Extended Access and Study Hall services are not available. Our Virtual Branch is open at hpl.ca.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, May 1, 2025 - 9:30am
Central Library - Fire Drill

On Tuesday, May 13, a fire drill will be held at 11 am at Central Library. You may visit the Barton or Locke Branches as alternate locations for your library needs. Thank you for your understanding.

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Affected Branch: Central Library
Published:
Wednesday, April 30, 2025 - 1:30pm
Turner Park Branch - Roof Repair

Due to the ongoing roof repair project, noise and parking disruptions are expected to continue until the end of June. Thank you for your patience.

Published:
Monday, April 28, 2025 - 10:00am
Ancaster Branch - Temporary Closure, May 5-31

From Monday, May 5 to Saturday, May 31, the Ancaster Branch will be temporarily closed due to a roof and HVAC replacement. During this time, service hours will be available at the Ancaster Rotary Centre, 385 Jerseyville Road West, Ancaster. The last day to pick up your Holds is Thursday, May 1st. Thank you for your understanding.

www.hpl.ca/ancaster

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Published:
Wednesday, April 16, 2025 - 11:00am
Central Library - Microfilm Machine

The digital microfilm machines at Central Library are not working. A single analog machine is available, but it doesn't print. We aim to have the digital devices repaired as soon as possible. We apologize for the inconvenience.

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Affected Branch: Central Library
Published:
Thursday, April 10, 2025 - 3:30pm
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.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:30am
Sherwood Branch - Basement Renovation

The first phase of renovations continues at the Sherwood Branch. During this time, noise disruptions may occur throughout the branch due to a basement renovation. Parking, access to the building, and collections will not be affected. Thank you for your patience. www.hpl.ca/sherwood

Published:
Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:15am

Murdoch Collection: Alphabetical Listing

Ile de France - 5 July 1958

Indian Point - 6 September 1952

Ingersoll - 31 March 1956

Innerkip - 1 August 1953

Innville - 13 June 1953

Isle of Orleans, Quebec - 29 August 1959

Jamestown, Virginia, USA - 13 April 1957

Jarvis - 17 February 1951, 4 February 1961

Jerseyville - 12 May 1951, 20 October 1962

Jordan - 28 July 1951, 6 April 1963

Jordan Harbour - 24 July 1954, 2 July 1960

Kapuskasing - 8 September 1956

Kawartha - 3 October 1959

Kawartha Lakes - 28 May 1960

Keene - 24 September 1960

Kemano - 24 December 1954

Kenilworth - 9 May 1959

Kilbride - 11 November 1950, 24 February 1962

Killarney - 28 July 1962

Kincardine - 13 July 1957, 29 August 1964

Kingston - 1 February 1958

Kiosk - 23 September 1961

Kirkfield - 16 September 1961

Kitchener - 26 June 1954, 8 February 1964

Kitimat - 24 December 1954

Kohler - 7 February 1953

Lake Erie - 7 November 1959

Lake Huron Beaches - 5 September 1964

Lake Medad - 5 July 1952

Lake Ontario – Rochester - 6 October 1956

Lake Ontario – Thousand Islands - 29 September 1956

Lake Simcoe - 4 July 1964

Lakefield - 15 July 1961

Langton - 4 May 1963

Lewiston - 8 March 1958

Limehouse - 21 July 1962

Lincoln County Centennial - 24 September 1956

Listowel - 5 March 1960

London - 29 October 1960

London, England - 12 July 1958

Long Point - 13 July 1963

Lowbanks - 21 May 1955, 4 April 1964

Lowville - 29 December 1951, 3 June 1961

Lucknow - 21 November 1959

Lynden - 24 February 1951, 27 January 1962