The accessible door at Terryberry Branch, back parking lot is not working . We apologize for the inconvenience.
Terryberry Branch Accessible Door - Parking lot- not working
Published:
Sunday, June 14, 2026 - 2:00pm
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.
Published:
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 - 5:00am
Bookmobile Service Modification
Due to Driver availability, Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for the month of June. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Bookmobile Service June Modifications
Saturday, June 13:
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Special Event - All Stops Cancelled
Friday, June 19:
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Six Nations- Cancelled
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Maplewood- Cancelled
Wednesday, June 24:
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Swansea Cancelled
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Helen Detwiler Cancelled
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Warplane Museum Cancelled
Saturday, June 27:
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Stoney Creek Arena Cancelled
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Riverdale Cancelled
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Discovery Centre --> 3-4pm
Tuesday, June 30:
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Greencedar Cancelled
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Mountview Cancelled
Published:
Friday, May 22, 2026 - 12:00pm
Borrowing Policy
Borrowing Overview
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Card Valid |
# of Items Out |
# of Holds |
Borrowing Period and Limitations |
Privileges suspended at |
Digital Resources |
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Discovery Cards |
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Youth |
0-17 |
50 |
50 |
21 days |
20 overdue |
Yes |
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Adult |
18+ |
50 |
50 |
21 days |
20 overdue
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Yes |
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Non-Resident Cards |
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Youth |
0-17 |
50 |
50 |
21 days |
20 overdue |
Yes |
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Adult |
18+ |
50 |
50 |
21 days |
20 overdue |
Yes |
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Inspire Cards |
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Youth |
0-17 |
5 |
5 |
21 days |
3 overdue |
Yes |
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Adult |
18+ |
5 |
5 |
21 days |
3 overdue |
Yes |
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Reciprocal Cards |
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Youth |
0-17 |
8 |
2 |
21 days |
4 overdue |
No |
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Adult |
18+ |
8 |
2 |
21 days |
4 overdue |
No |
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Community Cards |
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200 |
99 |
90 days Manager approval required for media, no games or serials |
25 overdue |
Yes |
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*Loan periods vary when borrowing Makerspace items or technology equipment.
