Bookmobile - Modified Service

The following Bookmobile visits are cancelled today, Wednesday, June 4. Service is expected to return next week. We apologize for the inconvenience.

  • Swansea 10:00-10:30am
  • Helen Detwiler 11:00am-12:00pm
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Affected Branch: Bookmobile
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Published:
Wednesday, June 4, 2025 - 10:30am
Westdale Branch - Delayed Opening

Due to Staff training, the Westdale Branch will open at 10am on Monday, June 16. You may visit Central Library and the Dundas Branch as your next nearest locations for your library needs. Thank you for your patience.

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Published:
Tuesday, June 3, 2025 - 2:15pm
Red Hill Branch Accessibile Washroom Out of Order

The accessible washroom at Red Hill Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.

Published:
Tuesday, June 3, 2025 - 11:00am
Terryberry Branch Elevator Out of Order

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.

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Published:
Saturday, May 31, 2025 - 1:00pm
Public Computers - Audio Volume

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.

 

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.

Published:
Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 11:00am
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.

Published:
Friday, May 23, 2025 - 4:30pm
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.

Published:
Monday, April 28, 2025 - 10:00am
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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Affected Branch: Central Library
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

History of Gore Park Citation List

1. Campbell, Marjorie Freeman. A Mountain and a City. pg. 51.
2. Gentilcore, R. Louis and C. Grant Head. Ontario's History in Maps. Ontario Historical Studies Series. University of Toronto Press, 1984. pg. 117. 
3. City Council Minutes. Nov. 9, 1833 [CCM]
4. Campbell, pg. 79.
5. CCM. March 4, 1847.
6. The Hamilton Spectator. June 19, 1883. 
7. Herald. July 24, 1895.
8. Times. May 21, 1898. 
9. Times. April 7, 1899. 
10. The Hamilton Spectator. April 11, 1899. 
11. Times. April 11, 1899. 
12. The Hamilton Spectator. Dec. 4, 1951. (Echoes of the Past "60 Years Ago")
13. The Hamilton Spectator. Oct. 30, 1943. (Echoes of the Past "50 Years Ago")
14. Parks Board Minutes. Aug. 4, 1903. 
15Parks Board Minutes. Aug. 4, 1903. 
16. The Hamilton Spectator. Oct. 24, 1932. 
17. Parks Board Minutes. Apr. 14, 1905. 
18. CCM. July 8, 1907. 
19. Parks Board Minutes. May 19, 1909.
20. Parks Board Minutes. Oct. 20, 1909.
21. Parks Board Minutes. Dec. 15, 1909.
22. Times. July 6, 1910. 
23. CCM. Feb. 12, 1912. 
24. CCM. May 27, 1912.
25. CCM. June 10, 1912.
26. CCM. Feb. 24, 1914.
27The Hamilton Spectator. May 7, 1921. 
28The Hamilton Spectator. May 7, 1921. 
29. CCM. July 12, 1921. 
30. Chamber of Commerce Minutes. Aug. 5, 1921.
31Chamber of Commerce Minutes. Aug. 31, 1921.
32Chamber of Commerce Minutes. June 12, 1923.
33. The Hamiton Spectator. Dec. 23, 1927.
34. Herald. Apr. 6, 1931.
35Herald. Apr. 8, 1931.
36. The Hamilton Spectator. Apr. 21, 1931.
37. The Hamilton Spectator. June 2, 1950. 
38The Hamilton Spectator. Jan. 14, 1954.
39The Hamilton Spectator. Apr. 7, 1951.
40The Hamilton Spectator. Apr. 20, 1951.
41The Hamilton Spectator. July 20, 1954.
42The Hamilton Spectator. Dec. 4, 1950.
43The Hamilton Spectator. May 1, 1953.
44The Hamilton Spectator. May 8, 1953.
45The Hamilton Spectator. Oct. 23, 1953.
46The Hamilton Spectator. Jan. 26, 1954.
47The Hamilton Spectator. Feb. 3, 1954.
48The Hamilton Spectator. Jan. 9, 1959.
49The Hamilton Spectator. Feb 19, 1960.
50The Hamilton Spectator. May 10, 1969.
51The Hamilton Spectator. Feb. 21, 1970.
52The Hamilton Spectator. July 19, 1983.
53The Hamilton Spectator. Oct. 14, 1983.
54The Hamilton Spectator. Oct. 14, 1983.
55The Hamilton Spectator. Feb. 29, 1984.
56The Hamilton Spectator. Apr. 13, 1984.
57The Hamilton Spectator. Feb. 23, 1985.
58The Hamilton Spectator. May 2, 1985.
59The Hamilton Spectator. May 1, 1985.