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
Murder Victims
Barron, Constable James
- Born circa 1857, Died 1903
Burkholder, Philander
- Died 1905
Buda, Simon
- Died 1907
Beach, Jane Patricia (Banman)
- Born circa 1948, Died 1969
Blaikie, David
- Born circa 1923, Died 1969
Burke, Gerry Gibson
- Born circa 1945, Died 1969
Blanchard, Rose
- Born circa 1937, Died 1971
Bannister, Robert
- Born circa 1945, Died 1974
Bicknell, James
- Born circa 1898, Died 1974
Bell, George Richard
- Born circa 1946, Died 1976
Burtch, Charles Alvin
- Born circa 1922, Died 1976
Bryant, Evelyn
- Born circa 1913, Died 1977
Butler, John
- Born circa 1953, Died 1979
Bird, William
- Born circa 1956, Died 1980
Borsellino, Gasper
- Born circa 1920, Died 1980
Beraxa, Theresa
- Born circa 1945, Died 1981
Bird, Russell Earl
- Born circa 1944, Died 1983
Bowers, Harvey
- Born circa 1918, Died 1983
Bush, William Clair
- Born circa 1914, Died 1986
Bozek, Ed
- Born circa 1929, Died 1987
Buckle, Gordon
- Born circa 1939, Died 1988
Boyd, James
- Born circa 1964, Died 1993
Baltrusaitis, Kestutis
- Born circa 1954, Died 1994
Brush, Cecil
- Died 1994
Banks Family
- Died 1995
Bill, Christian
- Born 1996, Died 1996
Byers, Spencer (Sonny)
- Born circa 1948, Died 1996
Brace, Paul
- Born circa 1961, Died 1999
Bailey, Russell
- Born circa 1960, Died 2002
Bouwhuis, Michael
- Born 1985, Died 2008
Burnett, George Washington
- Born circa 1928, Died 2011
Bajkor, James
- Born circa 1990, Died 2012
Brewer, Michael
- Born circa 1982, Died 2012
Baffoh, Daniel
- Born circa 1987, Died 2013
Brady, Ruby
- Born 1933, Died 1963
Brady, William
- Died 1963
