Concession Branch's children's department will be closed on the morning of Monday, June 2nd for minor repairs. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Concession Branch's Children's Department Closure for Repair
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Published:
Monday, May 26, 2025 - 2:15pm
Mount Hope Branch Accessibile Ramp Not Available
The accessibility ramp at Mount Hope Branch is damaged. The handrail is not available. The ramp will not be available while being repaired. We aim to fix it quickly.
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Published:
Friday, May 23, 2025 - 4:30pm
Construction Work at Sherwood Branch
The Sherwood Branch has following service limitations due to construction:
- 1st Floor closed to the public
- 2nd Floor collections (teen, children, and graphic novels) available
- 2nd Floor: Limited browsing of Express Adult Fic and Express DVDs
- Holds pickup on the 2nd Floor
- Reduced number of public computers on 2nd Floor
- Printing and copying available on 2nd Floor
- Seating is reduced
- Parking, washroom and elevator access available
Please refer to hpl.ca/events for up-to-date program listings. Most programs will continue as normal on the 2nd Floor or in the basement.
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Published:
Thursday, May 15, 2025 - 2:30pm
All Branches Closed - May 30, Staff Professional Development
All HPL Branches are closed on Friday May 30 for Staff Development. Bookmobile is off the road and Extended Access is not available. HPL's online card registration, catalogue and eResources are not available until 5pm due to scheduled maintenance. All branches reopen Saturday May 31.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Monday, May 12, 2025 - 8:00am
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.
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Published:
Monday, April 28, 2025 - 10:00am
Ancaster Branch - Temporary Relocation in May
Until Saturday May 31, the Ancaster Branch is temporarily relocated to the Ancaster Rotary Centre, 385 Jerseyville Road West, Ancaster. The Wilson Street branch is closed for a roof and HVAC replacement and is expected to reopen on Monday June 2 at 9am.
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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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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
Literary Events
- Binbrook Branch
- 2641 Regional Road 56 Binbrook ON
Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Concession Branch
- 565 Concession Street Hamilton ON
God Help the Child by Toni Morrison
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
Five Roses by Alice Zorn
Chat about books at Shawn & Ed Brewing Company at 65 Hatt St., Dundas.
- Locke Branch
- 285 Locke Street South Hamilton ON
Fifth Avenue Glamour Girl by Renee Rosen
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
Gnome Is Where Your Heart Is by Casey Lyall
Chat about your favourite titles, discover new ones and meet friends.
- Stoney Creek Branch
- 777 Highway 8 Stoney Creek ON
After the Flood by Kassandra Montag
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
All You Can Kill by Pasha Malla
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Ancaster Branch
- 385 Jerseyville Rd W Hamilton ON
The Mystery of Locked Rooms by Lindsay Currie
Chat about your favourite titles, discover new ones and meet friends.
Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren
Read and discuss books, eBooks and eAudiobooks with fellow book lovers in this online program.
- Binbrook Branch
- 2641 Regional Road 56 Binbrook ON
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.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
The Long Call by Ann Cleeves
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Locke Branch
- 285 Locke Street South Hamilton ON
French Exit - A Tragedy of Manners by Patrick deWitt
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Kenilworth Branch
- 103 Kenilworth Avenue North Hamilton ON
Tom Lake: A Novel by Ann Patchett
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
Revenge of the Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
The Remains of the Day by Kazuo Ishiguro
Chat about books at Merit Brewing, 107 James St N.
- Carlisle Branch
- 277 Carlisle Road Carlisle ON
We Solve Murders by Richard Osman
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
The Curse of Eelgrass Bog by Mary Averling
Chat about your favourite titles, discover new ones and meet friends.
The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn
Read and discuss books, eBooks and eAudiobooks with fellow book lovers in this online program.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
What Have You Done? by Shari LaPena
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
