The last day of Study Hall is Thursday, June 25. The service will resume on Tuesday, September 8. www.hpl.ca/study-halls
Study Halls Pause for Summer Break
Published:
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 - 3:00pm
Canada Day Closure - All Branches
All HPL Branches are closed on Canada Day, Wednesday, July 1st. Bookmobile is off the road and Extended Access is off the road. Regular service hours resume on Thursday, July 2. Our Virtual Branch is open at hpl.ca. www.hpl.ca/hours
Published:
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 - 3:00pm
Ancaster Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order
The accessible washroom at Ancaster Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
Published:
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 - 1:00pm
Locke Branch - Exterior Neighbourhood Filming
From June 21 to June 27, filming activities, production vehicles and film equipment will be located on:
- West side, Kent Street between Homewood Avenue and Aberdeen Avenue
- East side Locke Street between Homewood Avenue and Stanley Street
- South side of Homewood Avenue
Parking may be limited at times when visiting Locke Branch. Thank you in advance for your patience.
Published:
Thursday, June 18, 2026 - 2:30pm
Construction work at Barton Branch
The entrance to the Barton Branch parking lot off of Milton St. is currently inaccessible due to construction. The parking lot can still be accessed via the alley off Fullerton St. during this time.
Published:
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 - 9:15am
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.
Published:
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 - 5:00am
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
Wednesday, June 24:
- Swansea - Cancelled
- Helen Detwiler - Cancelled
- Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum - Cancelled
Saturday, June 27:
- Stoney Creek Arena - Cancelled
- Riverdale - Cancelled
- Discovery Centre - 3-4pm instead
Tuesday, June 30:
- Greencedar - Cancelled
- Mountview - Cancelled
Published:
Friday, May 22, 2026 - 12:00pm
Books And Writing Events
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Your Duck Is My Duck: Stories by Deborah Eisenberg
Read and discuss a short story.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
Miss Morgan's Book Brigade by Janet Skeslien Charles
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Binbrook Branch
- 2641 Regional Road 56 Binbrook ON
The Secret History of Audrey James by Heather Marshall
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Binbrook Branch
- 2641 Regional Road 56 Binbrook ON
In-Branch Program
A dedicated, quiet space to hit the books.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
A dedicated, quiet space to hit the books.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Level up your cooking and baking skills. Choose a recipe, prepare it at home and share your experience with fellow home chefs.
- Terryberry Branch
- 100 Mohawk Road West Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Practice writing skills and network with other writers.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
Beyond Measure by Bilal Bhatti
Level up your cooking and baking skills. Choose a recipe, prepare it at home and share your experience with fellow home chefs.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Join a fun interactive program for adults with disabilities.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
Small Things Like These by Clare Keegan
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Concession Branch
- 565 Concession Street Hamilton ON
The Color Purple by Alice Walker
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Red Hill Branch
- 695 Queenston Road Hamilton ON
The Sioux Chef's Indigenous Kitchen by Sean Sherman
Level up your cooking and baking skills. Choose a recipe, prepare it at home and share your experience with fellow home chefs.
- 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
In-Branch Program
A supportive forum for writers who are older adults.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest, confidence and a love for reading.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
Air Heist by Cheryl Isbister
Chat about your favourite titles, discover new ones and meet friends.
Old Babes in the Wood by Margaret Atwood
Chat about books at Coffee Brick at 210 Parkdale Ave N, Hamilton.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
A supportive forum for aspiring writers.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Join a fun interactive program for adults with disabilities.
- Barton Branch
- 571 Barton Street East Hamilton ON
Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest, confidence and a love for reading.
