Ancaster Branch - Closed due to Power Outage

Ancaster Branch is closing early April 29 2025, due to a power outage. We aim to have it restored quickly.

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Published:
Tuesday, April 29, 2025 - 6:00pm
Internet outage at Valley Park Branch

The internet at Valley Park Branch is working intermittently. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Published:
Tuesday, April 29, 2025 - 5:00pm
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
Extended Access at Freelton Branch Unavailable

Extended Access at Freelton Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly. Apologies for the inconvenience.

Published:
Thursday, April 24, 2025 - 12:00pm
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
Sherwood Branch - Basement Renovation

The first phase of renovations will begin at the Sherwood Branch from April 10 to May 2. During this time, noise disruptions may occur throughout the branch due to a basement renovation. Parking, access to the building, and collections will not be affected. Thank you for your patience. www.hpl.ca/sherwood

Published:
Monday, April 7, 2025 - 8:30am
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

Murdoch Collection: Alphabetical Listing

Radial Railway - 5 November 1960

Rainham Centre - 24 January 1953, 16 November 1963

Regan - 4 February 1956

Reminiscences - 24 December 1955, 31 December 1955, 7 January 1956, 22  December 1956, 29 December 1956, 5 January 1957, 21 December 1957, 28 December 1957, 4 January 1958, 24 December 1960, 31 December 1960, 7 January 1961, 16 December 1961, 23 December 1961, 30 December 1961, 15 December 1962, 22 December 1962, 4 January 1964, 26 December 1964

Rideau Lakes - 22 August 1959

Ridgeway - 8 December 1956, 16 May 1964

Rochester, N.Y., USA - 6 October 1956

Rock Chapel - 26 April 1952

Rockford - 27 November 1954

Rockton - 22 September 1962

Rockwood - 4 September 1954, 17 August 1963

Rosedale, Toronto - 14 May 1960

Roseland Park - 8 November 1952

Ryckman’s Corners - 23 February 1952, 1 August 1959