Due to ongoing construction on the second floor, the Sherwood Makerspace is temporarily unavailable. We anticipate reopening in late June. The nearest Makerspace location is Concession Branch.
Sherwood Makerspace Unavailable
Published:
Tuesday, June 2, 2026 - 11:00am
Digital Microfilm Readers Are Currently Unavailable
Digital microfilm readers are not available at Central library branch until further notice. We're working on a repair. In the meantime a single analog reader is available in the Local History and Archives Reading Room
Published:
Monday, May 25, 2026 - 12:00pm
SmartPay Service Not Available
HPL's online payment service is not working. We aim to restore it quickly. Apologies for the inconvenience.
Published:
Friday, May 22, 2026 - 2:15pm
Bookmobile Service Modification
Due to Driver availability, Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for the month of June. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Bookmobile Service June Modifications
Tuesday, June 2:
- McMaster University - Cancelled
Friday, June 5:
- Winona - Cancelled
- Queen Victoria - Cancelled
Saturday, June 6:
- All Regular Sites are Cancelled due to a Special Event
Published:
Friday, May 22, 2026 - 12:00pm
Central Library: Children's Area Renovation on 2nd Floor
Renovations are currently underway for the 2nd Floor Central Children's Area. Programs are still being offered as scheduled and there is a temporary pop-up Children’s Area on the northeast side of the 2nd Floor (near the Piano Room), including access to collections and train tables. Construction is expected to be completed by late Spring. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Monday, March 23, 2026 - 9:00am
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
Books And Writing Events
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
The Circular Ruins by Jorge Luis Borges
Read and discuss a short story.
- 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
Jason Allen
Local author Jason Allen talks about his book, 52 Things to Do in Hamilton.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
In-Branch Program
A dedicated, quiet space to hit the books.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Join a fun interactive program for adults with disabilities.
- Terryberry Branch
- 100 Mohawk Road West Hamilton ON
Sheet Pan Magic by Sue Quinn
Level up your cooking and baking skills. Choose a recipe, prepare it at home and share your experience with fellow home chefs.
- Westdale Branch
- 955 King Street West Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Practice your reading skills with volunteer Reading Buddies.
- Saltfleet Branch
- 131 Gray Road Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
Sit back and relax as library staff read stories aloud.
- Binbrook Branch
- 2641 Regional Road 56 Binbrook ON
In-Branch Program
Practice your reading skills with volunteer Reading Buddies.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
In-Branch Program
A dedicated, quiet space to hit the books.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Galumpf par Marie-Hélène Poitras
Si vous êtes intéressé à lire et à discuter de bons livres, il existe un club de lecture près de chez vous.
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest, confidence and a love for reading.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Kevin Hardcastle
The author of County Road Six discusses his new novel with Meaghan Strimas.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
A supportive forum for writers who are older adults.
- Kenilworth Branch
- 103 Kenilworth Avenue North Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Read comics, discover new characters and create a superhero.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
In-Branch Program
A dedicated, quiet space to hit the books.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
In-Branch Program
A dedicated, quiet space to hit the books.
- Red Hill Branch
- 695 Queenston Road 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.
- Saltfleet Branch
- 131 Gray Road Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
Practice your reading skills with volunteer Reading Buddies.
- Kenilworth Branch
- 103 Kenilworth Avenue North Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest, confidence and a love for reading.
