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

Nanticoke - 23 May 1952

Nelle’s Corners - 10 May 1952, 20 October 1962

Nelson - 5 December 1953, 12 December 1953

Nelson Township - 15 September 1951, 7 August 1954

New Germany - 16 April 1960

New Hamburg - 2 November 1957

Newcastle - 4 August 1962

Niagara - 26 November 1960

Niagara Escarpment Park - 23 May 1959

Niagara Falls - 18 October 1952, 14 October 1961, 31 August 1963

Niagara Parks - 21 January 1956, 25 January 1964

Niagara Peninsula - 1 May 1954, 8 May 1954, 15 May 1954, 12 May 1962, 18 May 1963

Niagara-on-the-Lake - 3 January 1953, 10 January 1953, 19 November 1960

Niagara-on-the-Lake - St. Mark’s Church - 19 June 1954

Nipigon - 18 February 1956, 15 October 1960

Norval - 5 May 1962

Norwich - 16 June 1956

Norwood - 18 June 1960

Oakland - 29 October 1955

Oakville - 10 November 1951, 21 March 1953

Ohsweken - 30 August 1952

Omagh - 29 August 1953, 25 August 1962

Omemee - 12 August 1961

Onondaga - 21 February 1953

Ontario - 2 January 1960, 14 December 1963

Ontario, North - 17 March 1956, 24 March 1956, 27 December 1958

Ontario North – Lakehead Towns - 20 November 1954

Ontario, North – New Towns - 13 November 1954

Ontario Provincial Police - 16 October 1954

Ontario Reminiscences - 21 December 1957, 28 December 1958, 4 January 1958

[see also Reminiscences]

Ontario, Winter - 7 February 1959, 14 February 1959

Orangeville - 23 March 1957

Orkney - 31 January 1953

Orono - 27 May 1961

Ottawa Valley - 1 October 1955

Otterville - 18 May 1957

Owen Sound - 1 November 1958, 15 August 1964

Oxford, England - 19 July 1958