The Large Format Printer is not working at Dundas Branch. We aim to fix it as soon as possible.
Please note the Bookmobile will be attending the following community events.
Saturday, November 15:
- Hamilton Santa Claus Parade, 2-4pm
Saturdays, November 22 and 29:
- Hess Village Winter Market, 10:30am-4:30pm
- Regular Saturday Visits cancelled for both dates.
Saturday, December 6:
- Stoney Creek Santa Claus Parade 2-4pm
- Millgrove Visit is cancelled.
Noise and limited parking continue at the Kenilworth Branch this week as renovations wrap up. Thank you for your understanding.
The following locations will open later than scheduled to allow for Staff training drills.
Monday, November 24
Mount Hope, 2pm
Thursday, November 27
Stoney Creek, 10am
Please visit nearby branches. www.hpl.ca/hours
Bring back your borrowed library items (due Oct 1 or later) within 28 days to avoid a replacement or lost fee. We'll remove the fee when you bring back your overdue items.
Hamilton Public Library Celebrates Jackie Washington Day
HAMILTON, ON – February 12, 2024 – Hamilton Public Library celebrates Black History Month and the life and legacy of Hamilton jazz legend Jackie Washington with a Noon Hour Concert by Blues musician Harrison Kennedy and Stewart Memorial Church Choir at Central Library February 16.
Jackie Washington Day at HPL pays tribute to the beloved Hamilton musician and Canada’s first Black disc jockey whose seven-decade performing career enriched the cultural life of the city and the nation. This event is one of many Black History Month programs at HPL.
BLK Owned Youth Market sets up shop at Central Library February 18 and features items created by talented BIPOC young entrepreneurs. Market visitors can also meet TVO host of Ainara’s Bookshelf, Ainara Alleyne and hear live readings by local authors Anita Grant and Ayana Francis. February 24 journalist Morgan Campbell discusses their book My Fighting Family with Finding Edward author Sheila Murray.
Kids are invited to sing, dance and play games with Livi and Friends at Terryberry Branch February 20 and Turner Park Branch February 28.
HPL Staff has curated reading lists for adults, teens, and children highlighting Black authors, artists, achievements, culture and more. Members can also check out the Black History Month films, books and music on Kanopy and Hoopla, accessible with an HPL Library Card.
Full details are at hpl.ca/black-history-month.
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The Hamilton Public Library is a vibrant hub for information and culture, providing our diverse community the Freedom to Belong and Discover. As one of the largest library systems in Canada, Hamiltonians will discover something new at our 23 locations, Bookmobile, or through our extensive digital collections. Visit us online at hpl.ca. Connect with us on Twitter and Instagram @hamiltonlibrary and Facebook at HamiltonPublicLibrary.
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