Bookmobile Service Cancellations

The following Bookmobile visits are cancelled this month. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Wednesday, May 14: Swansea and Helen Detwiler

Thursday, May 15: Rockton and Meadowlands

Mohawk Gardens, 2-2:30 pm instead

Bennetto, 4:30-5:30 pm instead

Friday, May 16: Huntington Park

Friday, May 30: Huntington Park, Winona, and Maplewood

Published:
Friday, May 9, 2025 - 8:00am
Sherwood Branch Closure: Wednesday, May 14

In preparation for the 1st Floor renovations, the Sherwood Branch will be closed on Wednesday, May 14. It is expected to reopen on Thursday, May 15 with the completion of the basement renovation. Thank you for your understanding.

Published:
Thursday, May 8, 2025 - 12:00pm
All Branches Closed - Victoria Day 

All HPL Branches are closed on Sunday, May 18, and Victoria Day, Monday, May 19. Bookmobile is off the road. Extended Access and Study Hall services are not available. Our Virtual Branch is open at hpl.ca.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, May 1, 2025 - 9:30am
Central Library - Fire Drill

On Tuesday, May 13, a fire drill will be held at 11 am at Central Library. You may visit the Barton or Locke Branches as alternate locations for your library needs. Thank you for your understanding.

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Affected Branch: Central Library
Published:
Wednesday, April 30, 2025 - 1:30pm
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
Ancaster Branch - Temporary Closure, May 5-31

From Monday, May 5 to Saturday, May 31, the Ancaster Branch will be temporarily closed due to a roof and HVAC replacement. During this time, service hours will be available at the Ancaster Rotary Centre, 385 Jerseyville Road West, Ancaster. The last day to pick up your Holds is Thursday, May 1st. Thank you for your understanding.

www.hpl.ca/ancaster

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Published:
Wednesday, April 16, 2025 - 11:00am
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

General Interest Events

Six Nations - 1679 Chiefswood Rd.

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Winona Park - 1328 Barton St.

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In-Branch Program

Use an upcycled jug to bring home a small sample of environmentally and cost-friendly laundry soap.

Maplewood - 71 Maplewood Ave.

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Stoney Creek Arena - 37 King St. W.

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Discovery Centre - 57 Discovery Dr.

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Millgrove - 375 Concession 5 W.

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Mohawk College - 135 Fennell Avenue

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Gage Park - 1000 Main St. E.

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Stinson - 200 Stinson St.

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Riverdale - 150 Violet Dr.

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Strathcona Apartment - 120 Strathcona Ave. N.

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McMaster - 1280 Main St. W.

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Greencedar - 295 Greencedar Dr.

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In-Branch Program

Connect with Queer and allied community members of all ages in a trans-led and freeform social space.

Mountview - 59 Karen Cres.

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CANCELED

Swansea - 801 Upper Gage Ave.

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CANCELED

Helen Detwiler - 320 Brigade Dr.

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Garth Trails - 45 Abbotsford Tr.

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St. Elizabeth's Village - 393 Rymal Rd. W.

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