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

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