Due to construction at the Concession Branch hours are changing temporarily, beginning Fri Aug 7 to mid-September.
Mon-Thu 5-7pm
Fri Closed
Sat 9am-5pm
Construction at Concession Branch
Published:
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 - 1:15pm
Bookmobile Schedule Modifications
Thu, Aug 6:
- The 10:30-11:30am Rockton Visit is cancelled. Service is expected to resume next week.
Fri, Aug 7:
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Due to driver availability, all Bookmobile visits are cancelled. Service is expected to resume next week.
Tues, Aug 18:
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The 10:30-11am Visit to the Court at Rushdale is Cancelled
Sat, Aug 22:
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Pride Hamilton (Visit Bookmobile 9:30am-4:30pm at Pier 4 Park - 64 Leander Dr.) - All Visits Cancelled (Stoney Creek Arena 10-11am, Riverdale 11:15am-12:15pm and Discovery Centre 2:30-4pm).
Published:
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 - 9:30am
Kenilworth Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order
The accessible washroom at Kenilworth Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
Published:
Thursday, July 30, 2026 - 5:45pm
New Loan Periods - Effective Monday, August 31
As of Monday, August 31, new loan periods will come into effect to shorten the wait time for popular hold items.
DVD Express - 3 days
DVDs and Blu-rays - 7 days (fiction, children's and languages)
Magazines - 7 days
Bestseller Express - 14 days
DVDs and Blu-rays - 14 days (non-fiction and TV series)
Books - 21 days
Music/Books on CD and Children's Express - 21 days
Please visit www.hpl.ca/borrowing for more details.
Published:
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 - 2:30pm
Study Halls Pause for Summer Break
After Hours Study Hall is not available in July and August. Hours will resume Tuesday, September 8. www.hpl.ca/study-halls
Published:
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 - 3:00pm
How-To Month at HPL
Discover something new at Hamilton Public Library with How-To Month.
Throughout April, HPL offers hands-on opportunities to explore new skills, creative hobbies and everyday learning. From technology and making to crafting, cooking and gardening, How-To Month invites you to try something new and build confidence in a welcoming space.
Saturday, April 18
10:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library
Join us at Central Library for a day of interactive, hands-on learning. The How-To Festival brings together a variety of experiences that showcase how the library helps you learn, create and connect.
Program Offerings
Technology, Digital Skills and Makerspace
Build confidence using computers, digital tools and makerspace equipment to create, explore and bring your ideas to life.
Arts, Crafts and DIY
Get creative with hands-on projects and artistic activities.
Textile Arts and Sewing
Learn sewing, knitting and other textile-based skills.
Music and Creative Expression
Explore music, sound and creative performance.
Life Skills and Learning
Develop practical skills for work, finances and everyday life.
Food, Gardening and Nature
Learn about cooking, growing food and connecting with the natural world.
Explore All How-To Month Programs
Browse the full schedule and find your next skill to learn at HPL.
