Please note that the audio volume levels on our public computers are having issues. The estimated time of disruption is unknown at this time. Thank you for your patience.
Public Computers - Audio Volume
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 4:00pm
Sherwood Branch - Temporary Closure
As the 1st floor renovation wraps up, the Sherwood Branch will be closed on Thursday, June 5, to reset the spaces. Service hours will resume on Friday, June 6. Thank you for your patience.
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Published:
Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 11:00am
Concession Branch's Children's Department Closure for Repair
Concession Branch's children's department will be closed on the morning of Monday, June 2nd for minor repairs. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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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
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
Welch, Eliza
- Died 1859
Willis, Elsie Muriel
- Born circa 1924, Died 1957
White, Linda
- Died 1968
Winning, Cecile
- Born circa 1940, Died 1974
Whaley, Roger William
- Born circa 1953, Died 1976
Werendowicz, Dianne Louisa
- Born circa 1957, Died 1981
Worobel, Elizabeth
- Born circa 1925, Died 1985
Wright, Janice
- Born circa 1960, Died 1990
Winning, Janet
- Born circa 1951, Died 1991
Wristen, Penny
- Born circa 1962, Died 1993
White, Ramonde
- Born circa 1932, Died 1994
Wilkieson, Ryan
- Born circa 1978, Died 1994
Woodrow, Edwina
- Born circa 1934, Died 1994
Wade, Anne
- Born circa 1936, Died 1995
Welsh, Michael
- Born circa 1951, Died 1996
Willie, Meliek
- Born 1996, Died 1997
Wood, Michael James
- Born 1996, Died 1997
White, Stewart Craig
- Born circa 1966, Died 2000
White, Taylor
- Born 1999, Died 2002
Walsh, Michael Eugene
- Born circa 1984, Died 2006
Watsauka, Kadakwahe
- Born circa 1983, Died 2007
Wilkinson, Amber Lynne
- Died 2011
