All Branches Closed for Good Friday

All branches closed on Friday, April 18, 2025 for Good Friday. This includes branches with Extended Access.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, April 11, 2025 - 10:15am
All Branches Closed for Easter Sunday

All branches closed on Sunday, April 20, 2025 for Easter Sunday. This includes branches with Extended Access.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, April 11, 2025 - 10:15am
All Branches Closed for Easter Monday

All branches closed on Monday, April 21, 2025 for Easter Monday. This includes branches with Extended Access.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, April 11, 2025 - 10:15am
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
Barton Branch - Roof Repair

Due to the ongoing roof repair project, noise and parking disruptions will continue until April 19. Thank you for your patience.

Published:
Tuesday, April 8, 2025 - 3:30pm
Sherwood Branch - Basement Renovation

The first phase of renovations will begin at the Sherwood Branch from April 10 to May 2. During this time, noise disruptions may occur throughout the branch due to a basement renovation. Parking, access to the building, and collections will not be affected. Thank you for your patience. www.hpl.ca/sherwood

Published:
Monday, April 7, 2025 - 8:30am
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

Literary Events

Run Towards the Danger by Sarah Polley

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

Conversations with Friends by Sally Rooney

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

A Split Second by Janae Marks

Chat about your favourite titles, discover new ones and meet friends.

Yellowface by R.F. Kuang

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

The Umbrella House by Colleen Nelson

Chat about your favourite titles, discover new ones and meet friends.

The Paris Library by Janet Skeslien Charles

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

Pebble and Dove by Amy Jones

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

The Road by Cormac McCarthy

Chat about books at Merit Brewing at 107 James St N.

Alligator Pie by Dennis Lee

Chat about your favourite titles, discover new ones and meet friends.

Rue Duplessis, ma petite noirceur par Jean-Phillipe Pleau

Si vous êtes intéressé à lire et à discuter de bons livres, il existe un club de lecture près de chez vous.

The Storyteller by Jodi Picoult

Chat about books at Shawn & Ed Brewing Company at 65 Hatt St., Dundas.

Moon of the Turning Leaves by Waubgeshig Rice

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

The Hidden Dragon by Melissa Marr

Chat about your favourite titles, discover new ones and meet friends.

Hidden Valley Road by Robert Kolker

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

Chrysalis by Anuja Varghese

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

Old Babes in the Wood by Margaret Atwood

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

Violeta by Isabel Allende

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.