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.
Mount Hope Branch Accessibile Ramp Not Available
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Published:
Friday, May 23, 2025 - 4:30pm
Extended Access at Freelton Branch Unavailable
Extended Access at the Freelton Branch is not working. Please visit during staffed hours. We aim to fix it quickly. Apologies for the inconvenience.
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Published:
Thursday, May 22, 2025 - 2:45pm
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 9:30am.
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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
Movies Events
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
The Beekeeper (2023) 14A
A great selection of free movies from new releases to award-winning classics.
- Stoney Creek Branch
- 777 Highway 8 Stoney Creek ON
Bad Boys Ride or Die (2024) PG 13
A great selection of free movies from new releases to award-winning classics.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
The Little Prince (2015) PG
Bring along your support staff, friends and family and feel free to laugh out loud, sing and dance with the lights on.
- Stoney Creek Branch
- 777 Highway 8 Stoney Creek ON
Despicable Me 4 (2024) G
Bring along your support staff, friends and family and feel free to laugh out loud, sing and dance with the lights on.
- Barton Branch
- 571 Barton Street East Hamilton ON
The Emoji Movie (2017) G
Watch new releases and rediscover old favourites.
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
Piece By Piece (2024) PG
Watch new releases and rediscover old favourites.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
Monsters, Inc. (2002) G
Watch new releases and rediscover old favourites.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Lion (2017) PG13
A great selection of free movies from new releases to award-winning classics.
- Stoney Creek Branch
- 777 Highway 8 Stoney Creek ON
The Light Between Oceans (2016) G
A great selection of free movies from new releases to award-winning classics.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Inside Out 2 (2024) G
Bring along your support staff, friends and family and feel free to laugh out loud, sing and dance with the lights on.
- Stoney Creek Branch
- 777 Highway 8 Stoney Creek ON
Captain Marvel (2019) PG
Bring along your support staff, friends and family and feel free to laugh out loud, sing and dance with the lights on.
- Saltfleet Branch
- 131 Grays Road Stoney Creek ON
Dog Man (2025) G
Watch new releases and rediscover old favourites.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Watch Blood & Water: A Story of Reclamation followed by a question session with the director Layla Staats.
- Barton Branch
- 571 Barton Street East Hamilton ON
Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie (2017) G
Watch new releases and rediscover old favourites.
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
Paddington (2014) PG
Watch new releases and rediscover old favourites.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
Monsters University (2013) G
Watch new releases and rediscover old favourites.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Love, Simon (2018) PG
A great selection of free movies from new releases to award-winning classics.
- Stoney Creek Branch
- 777 Highway 8 Stoney Creek ON
The Crow (2024) 14A
A great selection of free movies from new releases to award-winning classics.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Zookeeper (2011) G
Bring along your support staff, friends and family and feel free to laugh out loud, sing and dance with the lights on.
- Stoney Creek Branch
- 777 Highway 8 Stoney Creek ON
Ralph Breaks the Internet (2018) G
Bring along your support staff, friends and family and feel free to laugh out loud, sing and dance with the lights on.
