The 4th Floor will be closed on Wednesday, March 18, 11:30 am-2:30 pm for a Magic Show. Makerspace and Newcomer Learning Centre will remain open. Study and work spaces, including Study Pods, are available on Floors 2-3. Thank you for your patience.
Central Library - Fourth Floor Closure, March 18
Published:
Thursday, March 12, 2026 - 8:00am
Central Library - Fourth Floor Closure, March 21
The 4th Floor will be closed on Saturday, March 21, 9 am-4 pm, for a March Break event, SciFUN Day. Makerspace and Newcomer Learning Centre will remain open. Study and work spaces, including Study Pods, are available on Floors 2-3. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Thursday, March 12, 2026 - 8:00am
Concession Branch Children's Area Reduced Service
A Children's area activity table, including the children's computers at Concession Branch are unavailable due to a facility issue. We aim to fix them as soon as possible.
Published:
Monday, March 9, 2026 - 11:30am
Bookmobile Service Modifications
With the recent closure of Six Nations Public Library, HPL's Bookmobile will change its bi-weekly visits to weekly starting Friday, March 13.
Starting Tuesday, March 17, Court at Rushdale moves to bi-weekly on Tuesdays (10:30am-11am), instead of Fridays.
Published:
Friday, March 6, 2026 - 1:45pm
HPL Telephone Main Line Roll Back
HPL's original phone number is back in service. Please call 905-546-3200. The 289-779-7588 number, created due to the 2024 cybersecurity incident, is also working.
Published:
Friday, March 6, 2026 - 9:15am
Valley Park Community Centre Closure
From March 23 until April 12, Valley Park Community Centre will be closed for renovations, reopening April 13. Pool and changerooms will remain closed until early summer 2026.
Valley Park Branch will remain open during the renovations for your library needs.
Published:
Friday, February 27, 2026 - 11:00am
Concession Branch: Renovations
As of Monday, March 2, Concession Branch's Living Room and Makerspace areas are closed. (The next nearest Makerspaces are Sherwood and Terryberry Branches.) Seating may be limited at times. Renovations are expected to be completed in late Spring. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 1:00pm
Sherwood Branch: Renovations
As of Monday, March 2, Sherwood Branch's 2nd floor is closed due to renovations. Makerspace, Children and Teen's collection are temporarily available on the 1st floor. All programs will be held in the basement program room. Renovations are expected to be completed in late Spring. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 1:00pm
Central Library - Living Room Renovation Preparation
Starting Tuesday February 10, the First Floor Living Room is closed due to renovation preparations. Study and work spaces are available on Floors 2-4. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Friday, February 6, 2026 - 9:00am
Carlisle Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order
The accessible washroom at Carlisle Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
Published:
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 - 12:30pm
Books And Writing Events
- Terryberry Branch
- 100 Mohawk Road West Hamilton ON
A welcoming, low-pressure writing space, whether you’re drafting your next novel or journaling for personal growth.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
A supportive forum for writers who are older adults.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Saumiya Balasubramaniam
Creative writers in the Hamilton community seeking one-on-one input on a current project are welcome to make an appointment.
Stoney Creek Arena - 37 King St. W.
Visit HPL's Library on wheels. Pick up holds, browse the collections and more.
- Binbrook Branch
- 2641 Regional Road 56 Binbrook ON
In-Branch Program
Read comics, discover new characters and create a superhero.
- Locke Branch
- 285 Locke Street South Hamilton ON
How We Named the Stars by Andrés Ordorica
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Westdale Branch
- 955 King Street West Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
A monthly workshop where poets present their work for peer comment.
- Ancaster Branch
- 300 Wilson St East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
A supportive forum for aspiring writers.
- Binbrook Branch
- 2641 Regional Road 56 Binbrook ON
In-Branch Program
A dedicated, quiet space to hit the books.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
The Dead Woman of Deptford by Ann Granger
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Terryberry Branch
- 100 Mohawk Road West Hamilton ON
March Break Fun Reads
Chat about your favourite titles, discover new ones and meet friends.
- Stoney Creek Branch
- 777 Highway 8 Stoney Creek ON
Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
Birdie by Tracey Lindberg
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Sherwood Branch
- 467 Upper Ottawa Street Hamilton ON
The Serviceberry by Robin Wall Kimmerer
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Ancaster Branch
- 300 Wilson St East Hamilton ON
Chat about your favourite titles, discover new ones and meet friends.
- Binbrook Branch
- 2641 Regional Road 56 Binbrook ON
In-Branch Program
A dedicated, quiet space to hit the books.
- Terryberry Branch
- 100 Mohawk Road West Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Practice writing skills and network with other writers.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Join a fun interactive program for adults with disabilities.
- Kenilworth Branch
- 103 Kenilworth Avenue North Hamilton ON
The Little Liar by Mitch Albom
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Ancaster Branch
- 300 Wilson St East Hamilton ON
The Great Believers by Rebecca Makkai
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
