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All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Tuesday, May 20, 2025 - 9:30am
Construction Work at Sherwood Branch

On Thursday, May 15, the library reopens with normal hours but with the following service limitations:

  • 1st Floor is closed to the public
  • Limited browsing collections of Express Adult Fic and Express DVDs are available on the 2nd Floor
  • Holds pickup is available on the 2nd Floor
  • Reduced number of public computers on 2nd Floor
  • Printing and copying available on 2nd Floor
  • Seating capacity is reduced
  • All 2nd Floor collections (teen, children, and graphic novels) are available 
  • Parking, washroom and elevator access are not affected

Please refer to hpl.ca/events for up-to-date program listings. Most programs will continue as normal on the 2nd Floor or in the basement. 

Published:
Thursday, May 15, 2025 - 2:30pm
All Branches Closed - May 30, Staff Professional Development

All HPL Branches are closed on Friday, May 30 for Staff Professional Development Day. Bookmobile is off the road and Extended Access service is not available. Our Virtual Branch is open at hpl.ca. Regular service hours resume Saturday, May 31. Thank you for your understanding.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Monday, May 12, 2025 - 8:00am
Bookmobile Service Cancellations

These Bookmobile visits are cancelled this month:

Thursday May 15: Rockton and Meadowlands

Friday, May 16: Huntington Park

Friday, May 30: Huntington Park, Winona, and Maplewood

These Bookmobile visits are shortened:

Thursday May 15: Mohawk Gardens 2-2:30pm

Thursday May 15: Bennetto, 4:30-5:30pm

Published:
Friday, May 9, 2025 - 8:00am
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
Ancaster Branch - Temporary Closure, May 5-31

From Monday, May 5 to Saturday, May 31, the Ancaster Branch will be temporarily closed due to a roof and HVAC replacement. During this time, service hours will be available at the Ancaster Rotary Centre, 385 Jerseyville Road West, Ancaster. The last day to pick up your Holds is Thursday, May 1st. Thank you for your understanding.

www.hpl.ca/ancaster

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Published:
Wednesday, April 16, 2025 - 11:00am
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

Makerspace Equipment List

An image of equipment used in the Makerspaces with the text Makerspace Gear List

Hamilton Public Library offers a diverse inventory of equipment and spaces for the public to use at little or no cost. Below is the full equipment list across all branches.

Central Library

Printers

  • Ultimaker 2+ 3D printer 
  • Prusa i3 Mk3S 3D printer 
  • Prusa Mk4 3D printer 
  • 36” Large Format Printer: Canon imagePROGRAF TX-3000  

Music and Recording

  • Steinberg UR44 Audio Interface 
  • Presonus Revelator USB Microphone 
  • RODE NT Mini USB Microphone 
  • Shure SM-58 Microphone 
  • Schecter C-6 Deluxe Electric Guitar 
  • Yamaha Acoustic Guitar 
  • Vox Valvetronix VT40+ Amplifier 
  • M-Audio Keystation 88 Key MIDI Keyboard 

Vinyl and Embroidery

  • Cricut Explore 3 
  • Roland SG2-300 Vinyl Printer/Cutter 
  • Brother PRS-100 Embroidery Machine 

Video and Camera

  • Canon SL1 DSLR Camera 
  • Canon T5 Rebel DSLR Camera 
  • RODE Video Mic GO, On Camera Microphone 

Other Tools

  • Toshiba DVR 630KC VHS/DVD Player (x2) 
  • Canon 9000F MKII Flatbed Scanner (x2) 
  • Nextech 8014508A External DVD Burner 
  • Ezcap Audio Cassette Tape to MP3 Converter 
  • Vidbox Video Converter/Digitizer (x2) 
  • Mini-DV Camcorder 
  • iMac Computer (x8) 
  • 2.25” Button maker 
  • A4 Clear Sheet Book Binder 

Dundas Branch

Music and Recording

  • Yamaha DTX 502 Electronic Drum Kit  
  • Epiphone Les Paul Standard Electric Guitar  
  • Audio Technica AT2020 USB Microphone  
  • M-Audio Keystation 88 MIDI Keyboard  

Other Tools

  • Toshiba DVR 630KC VHS/DVD Player  
  • Canon 9000F MKII Flatbed Scanner  
  • Canon Tebel T5 DSLR Camera  
  • Nextech 8014508A External DVD Burner  
  • iMac Computer (x2)  
  • Vidbox Video Converter/Digitizer 
  • Cricut Explore Air 2 
  • 2.25” Button maker 
  • Ultimaker 2+ connect

Red Hill Branch

Printers

  • Prusa i3 Mk3S

Music and Recording

  • Yamaha DTX 502 Electronic Drum Kit
  • Audio Technica AT2020 USB Microphone
  • M-Audio Keystation 88 MIDI Keyboard
  • Fender Squire Telecaster Electric Guitar

Other Tools

  • Toshiba DVR 630KC VHS/DVD Player  
  • Canon 9000F MKII Flatbed Scanner   
  • Samsung External Blu-Ray Burner      
  • iMac Computer (x2)  
  • VidBox Video Converter/Digitizer 
  • GoPro Hero 3 Video Camera 
  • Toshiba Camileo B10 Video Camera 
  • Canadian Studio Photo Lighting Kit 
  • Canon Rebel T3 DSLR Camera 
  • Cricut Explore Air

Saltfleet Branch

Printers

  • 36" Large Format Printer: Canon imagePROGRAF TX-3100 MFP Z36

Other Tools

  • Vidbox Video Converter/Digitizer

Stoney Creek Branch

Other Tools

  • Vidbox Video Converter/Digitizer

Terryberry Branch

Printers

  • Ultimaker 2+ 3D Printer x2
  • 36" Large Format Printer: Canon imagePROGRAF TX-3100 MFP Z36 

Music and Recording

  • Blue Yeti Nano USB Microphone
  • Kawai ES8 Digital Piano
  • M-Audio M-Track Digital Recording Interface

Other Tools

  • Toshiba DVR 630KC VHS/DVD Player
  • EPSON-V 600 Scanner
  • Canon Rebel T5 DSLR Camera
  • Samsung External Blu-Ray Burner
  • iMac Computer (x2)
  • Vidbox Video Converter/Digitizer
  • Cricut Explore Air 2 

Turner Park Branch

Printers

  • Ultimaker 2+ 3D Printer
  • 36" Large Format Printer: Canon imagePROGRAF TX-3100 MFP Z36 

Music and Recording

  • Yamaha DTX 502 Electronic Drum Kit
  • Epiphone Les Paul Standard Electric Guitar
  • Audio Technica AT2020 USB Microphone
  • M-Audio Keystation 88 MIDI Keyboard

Other Tools

  • Toshiba DVR 630KC VHS/DVD Player
  • Canon 9000F MKII Flatbed Scanner
  • Canon Rebel T5 DSLR Camera
  • Nextech 8014508A External DVD Burner
  • iMac Computer (x2)
  • Vidbox Video Converter/Digitizer 

Valley Park Branch

Printers

  • 36" Large Format Printer: Canon TX-3100 
  • Ultimaker 2+ Connect 3D printer

Embroidery/Textiles/Crafting

  • Brother Persona PRS100 embroidery machine
  • Janome HD3000BE sewing machine
  • Husqvarna Viking H Class 250S serger
  • Cricut Explore Air 2

Sound/Photo Studio

  • Nikon Z50 Mirrorless Camera with 18-55mm lens and accessories
  • Epiphone acoustic guitar
  • Yamaha PSR-E360 keyboard
  • Akai MPK Mini MIDI keyboard controller
  • 24" M1 iMac
  • 3 continuous light stands
  • LED light tent
  • Audio Technica AT2020 and M-Audio Uber Mic microphones
  • M-Audio M-Track Duo 2-channel recording interface

Other Tools

  • Canon Canoscan 9000F Mark II scanner
  • VCR/DVD player
  • DVD burner
  • Vidbox VHS digitization device
  • 2.25” Button maker 

    Waterdown Branch 

    Printers

    • 24" Large Format Printer: Canon Prograf GP-2000
    • 3D Printer: Original Prusa i3 MK3S+ 

    Embroidery

    • Sewing Machine: Janome HD 3000-BE
    • Serger: Husqvarna Viking H Class 250S
    • Embroidery Machine: Brother Persona PRS-100
    • Cricut Explore 3

    Other Tools

    • iMac
    • Vidbox
    • DVD/VHS player
    • Scanner: Canon 9000F Mark II

    All other Branches (Except Carlisle, Freelton and Mount Hope Branches)

    Other Tools

    • iMac Computer
    • Toshiba DVR 630KC VHS/DVD Player
    • Canon 9000F MKII Flatbed Scanner
    • Nextech 8014508A External DVD Burner

    Parkdale Branch 

    Other Tools

    • Cricut Joy