The parking lot elevator at Terryberry Branch is not working. Members will need to use the accessible ramp at the Mohawk entrance and the inner elevator. We're working to get it fixed quickly.
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.
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.
Concession Branch's children's department will be closed on the morning of Monday, June 2nd for minor repairs. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Official Launch of Culture Days in Hamilton

HAMILTON, ON – September 28, 2016 – Hamilton Arts Council (HAC) and Hamilton Public Library (HPL) are partnering this year with Culture Days Ontario to bring Culture Days events to HPL.
Local artists and performers responded enthusiastically to our offer of free gallery, studio or performance space at library locations. Together, HAC and HPL are hosting a wide range of interactive cultural events this weekend.
CultureDays@HPL offers 14 events at 9 of HPL’s 22 locations on Saturday, October 1 and Sunday, October 2. There is something for everyone. From hands-on arts, crafts and photography workshops to musical jam sessions and theatre workshops.
WHAT: Official Launch of Culture Days in Hamilton
WHEN: Friday, September 30, 2016 1 p.m.
WHO: Representatives from Hamilton Public Library and Hamilton Arts Council
Local artists taking part in CultureDays@HPL, including Chandra Rice, Evette Haddad and Norris Podetz
WHERE: Hamilton Public Library - Central Library 55 York Boulevard 1st Floor – Hamilton Room
LINKS: Ontario Culture Days: https://culturedays.ca/on/about
About Hamilton Arts Council - The Hamilton Arts Council is a charitable arts organization working on behalf of Hamilton’s diverse cultural community since 1973. It is the central hub for artists, organizations and businesses drawn to the city by our expanding creative opportunities. Visit us online at hamiltonartscouncil.ca. Follow us on Twitter at @HamArtsCouncil and like us on Facebook at /hamiltonarts.council.
About Hamilton Public Library - The Hamilton Public Library is a vibrant hub for information and culture, providing our diverse community the Freedom to Discover. As one of the largest library systems in Canada, Hamiltonians can discover something new at our 22 locations, two bookmobiles or through our extensive digital collections. Visit us online at hpl.ca. Follow us on Twitter @hamiltonlibrary. Like us on Facebook at /HamiltonPublicLibrary.