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Central Library: Main Elevator Out of Order

One of the main elevators at Central Library is currently out of order. Estimated time of disruption is unknown. We apologize for the inconvenience.

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Publish Date:

Friday, December 20, 2024 - 2:00pm

Library Services Update

HPL is recovering from the City of Hamilton's cybersecurity-related incident, which began Sunday February 25 and continues today. Learn more.

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Contact Library Staff at 289-779-7588, hpl.ca or askus@hpl.ca. Check hpl.ca/events for programs and hpl.ca/hours for open hours.

Publish Date:

Thursday, December 19, 2024 - 5:45pm

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