Sunday Hours - Modified Service, June 22

Due to day-long IT maintenance (7am-5pm), the following branches are closed on Sunday, June 22: Central Library, Dundas, Red Hill, Terryberry, Turner Park, Valley Park and Waterdown. Sunday service hours resume on Sunday, June 29. 

Please note that the HPL catalogue, Library accounts, and online resources will not be available during this time frame. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Published:
Wednesday, June 4, 2025 - 3:00pm
Bookmobile - Modified Service

The following Bookmobile visits are cancelled today, Wednesday, June 4. Service is expected to return next week. We apologize for the inconvenience.

  • Swansea 10:00-10:30am
  • Helen Detwiler 11:00am-12:00pm
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Affected Branch: Bookmobile
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Published:
Wednesday, June 4, 2025 - 10:30am
Westdale Branch - Delayed Opening

Due to Staff training, the Westdale Branch will open at 10am on Monday, June 16. You may visit Central Library and the Dundas Branch as your next nearest locations for your library needs. Thank you for your patience.

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Published:
Tuesday, June 3, 2025 - 2:15pm
Red Hill Branch Accessibile Washroom Out of Order

The accessible washroom at Red Hill Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.

Published:
Tuesday, June 3, 2025 - 11:00am
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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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
Sherwood Branch - Temporary Closure

As the 1st floor renovation wraps up, the Sherwood Branch will be closed on Thursday, June 5, to reset the spaces. Service hours will resume on Friday, June 6. Thank you for your patience.

Published:
Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 11:00am
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.

Published:
Friday, May 23, 2025 - 4:30pm
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
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

Murdoch Collection: Alphabetical Listing

Decew Falls Hydro - 9 June 1956

Decewsville - 14 March 1953

Delhi - 4 December 1954, 12 October 1963

Diefenbaker, John George - 6 December 1958, 13 December 1958, 20 December 1958

Dogsnest - 4 March 1961

Doon - 24 October 1953, 10 November 1962

Dorchester - 6 April 1957

Dorset - 30 May 1959

Drumbo - 25 May 1957

Drumquim - 25 August 1962

Dublin - 18 April 1959

Duff’s Corners - 5 April 1952

Duluth, Minn. USA - 27 June 1953, 4 July 1953

Dundalk - 8 November 1958

Dundas - 31 March 1951, 19 January 1963

Dunnville - 7 April 1951, 4 November 1961

Durham - 30 June 1961

Eden - 11 November 1961

Eden Mills - 18 August 1956

Edinburgh, Scotland - 26 July 1958

Effingham - 18 June 1955

Eldorado - 13 August 1960

Elfrida - 12 January 1952, 24 October 1964

Elmira - 14 December 1957, 29 February 1964

Elora - 22 November 1952, 29 September 1962

Embro - 18 July 1959

England - 26 December 1959

Eramosa - 8 February 1958

Erie - 3 April 1954

Erin - 30 March 1957

Erindale - 16 January 1960

Eskimos - 18 December 1954

Eugenia - 11 May 1957

Eugenia Lake - 22 April 1961

Fenelon Falls - 26 August 1961, 21 August 1965

Fenwick - 5 February 1955, 6 January 1962

Fergus - 15 November 1952, 12 January 1963

Fisher’s Corners - 8 March 1952

Fisherville - 22 February 1964

Flesherton - 2 May 1959

Fonthill - 16 August 1952, 9 December 1961

Fort Erie - 24 November 1956, 19 March 1960, 18 January 1964

Freelton - 16 December 1950, 3 December 1960

Freeman - 16 February 1952

Fruitland - 24 November 1951, 1 December 1951

Fulton - 20 February 1965