The computer lab on the 1st floor is currently out of order. There are limited public computers available on the 2nd floor. Printing and photocopying are still available. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Sherwood Branch - Public Computers
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Wednesday, June 11, 2025 - 11:00am
Carlisle Branch Accessibile Washroom Out of Order
The accessible washroom at Carlisle Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
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Tuesday, June 10, 2025 - 12:00pm
Sunday Hours - Modified Service, June 22
Due to day-long IT maintenance (7am-5pm), the following branches are closed on Sunday, June 22: Central Library, Dundas, Red Hill, Terryberry, Turner Park, Valley Park and Waterdown. Sunday service hours resume on Sunday, June 29.
Please note that the HPL catalogue, Library accounts, and online resources will not be available during this time frame. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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Wednesday, June 4, 2025 - 3:00pm
Westdale Branch - Delayed Opening
Due to Staff training, the Westdale Branch will open at 10am on Monday, June 16. You may visit Central Library and the Dundas Branch as your next nearest locations for your library needs. Thank you for your patience.
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Tuesday, June 3, 2025 - 2:15pm
Terryberry Branch Elevator Out of Order
The parking lot elevator at Terryberry Branch is not working. Members will need to use the accessible ramp at the Mohawk entrance and the inner elevator. We're working to get it fixed quickly.
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Saturday, May 31, 2025 - 1:00pm
Public Computers - Audio Volume
Please note that the audio volume levels on our public computers are having issues. The estimated time of disruption is unknown at this time. Thank you for your patience.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
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Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 4:00pm
Mount Hope Branch Accessibile Ramp Not Available
The accessibility ramp at Mount Hope Branch is damaged. The handrail is not available. The ramp will not be available while being repaired. We aim to fix it quickly.
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Friday, May 23, 2025 - 4:30pm
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.
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Monday, April 28, 2025 - 10:00am
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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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
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Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:30am
Murdoch Collection: Alphabetical Listing
Ile de France - 5 July 1958
Indian Point - 6 September 1952
Ingersoll - 31 March 1956
Innerkip - 1 August 1953
Innville - 13 June 1953
Isle of Orleans, Quebec - 29 August 1959
Jamestown, Virginia, USA - 13 April 1957
Jarvis - 17 February 1951, 4 February 1961
Jerseyville - 12 May 1951, 20 October 1962
Jordan - 28 July 1951, 6 April 1963
Jordan Harbour - 24 July 1954, 2 July 1960
Kapuskasing - 8 September 1956
Kawartha - 3 October 1959
Kawartha Lakes - 28 May 1960
Keene - 24 September 1960
Kemano - 24 December 1954
Kenilworth - 9 May 1959
Kilbride - 11 November 1950, 24 February 1962
Killarney - 28 July 1962
Kincardine - 13 July 1957, 29 August 1964
Kingston - 1 February 1958
Kiosk - 23 September 1961
Kirkfield - 16 September 1961
Kitchener - 26 June 1954, 8 February 1964
Kitimat - 24 December 1954
Kohler - 7 February 1953
Lake Erie - 7 November 1959
Lake Huron Beaches - 5 September 1964
Lake Medad - 5 July 1952
Lake Ontario – Rochester - 6 October 1956
Lake Ontario – Thousand Islands - 29 September 1956
Lake Simcoe - 4 July 1964
Lakefield - 15 July 1961
Langton - 4 May 1963
Lewiston - 8 March 1958
Limehouse - 21 July 1962
Lincoln County Centennial - 24 September 1956
Listowel - 5 March 1960
London - 29 October 1960
London, England - 12 July 1958
Long Point - 13 July 1963
Lowbanks - 21 May 1955, 4 April 1964
Lowville - 29 December 1951, 3 June 1961
Lucknow - 21 November 1959
Lynden - 24 February 1951, 27 January 1962
