Central Library - Fire Training Drill
During the month of May, please be advised that we'll be holding a surprise fire drill. This will take place during our service hours. Thank you for your understanding in advance.
Dundas and Turner Park Branches - Period Promise Campaign
From April 15 - May 31, you may drop off menstruation products at the Dundas and Turner Park branches which are community collection locations. For more information, please visit www.uwhh.ca/periodpromise.
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.
Makerspaces
Collaborative creative spaces
Available Services at Central Library
Photo Studio (no iMac), Game Studio, Vinyl Printer, Embroidery Machine, Button Maker.
Available Services at other HPL Branch Makerspaces (Excluding Central Library)
Photo/Sound Studios (no iMacs), Large Format Printers (at available locations), Embroidery Machine and Sewing/Serger Machines (at available locations), Button Makers.
Services NOT AVAILABLE at all Locations
3D printing, Cricut, iMacs/Media Labs, Sound Studio (Central only), Glowforge Laser Cutter (Central only), Digitization Equipment (VHS, audio cassette, flatbed scanners), Cricut @ Valley Park, Large Format Printer @ Turner Park and Central.
Bookings are available for select Makerspace services. Contact HPL staff at 289-779-7588 to book or email your questions to askus@hpl.ca. Files you wish to print must be brought on a USB key as public computers are unavailable.
Contact HPL at 289-779-7588 or email your questions to askus@hpl.ca.