Construction work at Sherwood Branch

On Thursday, May 15th the library will reopen with normal hours but with the following service limitations:

1st floor will be closed to the public
Limited browsing collections of Express Adult Fic and Express DVD's will be available on the 2nd floor
Holds pick up available on 2nd floor
Reduced number of public computers available on 2nd floor
Printing and Copying available on 2nd floor
Seating capacity will be reduced during this time
all 2nd floor Collections (Teen, Children, and Graphic Novels) will be available during the 1st floor renovations
Parking, washroom and elevator access is 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. Appologies for any inconvienence.

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Affected Branch: Sherwood Branch

Nearest Branches:

Barton Branch

Concession Branch

Kenilworth Branch

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

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Affected Branch: Bookmobile

Nearest Branches:

Bookmobile Stop:

Published:

Friday, May 9, 2025 - 8:00am

All Branches Closed - Victoria Day

All HPL Branches are closed on Sunday, May 18, and Victoria Day, Monday, May 19. Bookmobile is off the road. Extended Access and Study Hall services are not available. Our Virtual Branch is open at hpl.ca.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops

Published:

Thursday, May 1, 2025 - 9:30am

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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Affected Branch: Turner Park Branch

Nearest Branches:

Mount Hope Branch

Sherwood Branch

Terryberry Branch

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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Affected Branch: Ancaster Branch

Nearest Branches:

Dundas Branch

Greensville Branch

Westdale Branch

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

Nearest Branches:

Barton Branch

Concession Branch

Locke Branch

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

Murdoch Collection: Alphabetical Listing

Macfarlane, Dr. P.B. - 17 March 1956, 24 March 1956

Madoc - 30 July 1960

Malahide - 8 October 1955

Manitoulin - 13 September 1958, 20 September 1958

Manitoulin Island - 5 September 1953, 12 September 1953, 1 September 1962, 8 September 1962

Manitouwadgge - 11 February 1956

Marmora - 9 July 1960

Maryhill - 1 December 1962

Massey - 20 July 1957

Mattawa - 9 September 1961

Meaford - 6 July 1957, 24 January 1959

Merritton - 5 November 1955, 11 March 1961

Merton - 3 May 1952

Middleport - 14 February 1953, 26 October 1963

Midland - 27 August 1960, 1 August 1964

Millbank - 5 December 1959

Millgrove - 4 August 1951, 29 April 1961

Milton - 28 April 1951, 9 July 1955, 25 February 1961

Milton Heights - 14 July 1962

Minden - 5 September 1956, 30 May 1959

Minden-Dorset Scenic Highway - 30 May 1959

Mineral Springs - 9 May 1953

Mitchell - 28 February 1959

Mobert - 4 February 1956

Moose Factory - 20 September 1952

Moosonee - 13 September 1952

Morriston - 20 December 1952, 11 April 1964

Mount Albion - 14 July 1951

Mount Forest - 23 November 1957

Mount Healey - 2 July 1955

Mount Hope - 10 March 1951, 13 May 1961

Mount Nemo - 23 August 1952

Mount Pleasant - 23 February 1957, 29 June 1963

Munn’s Corners - 17 May 1952

Muskoka - 16 May 1953, 4 June 1955

Muskoka Winter Wonderland - 23 January 1960

Muskoka Area - 28 October 1961

Muskoka Lakes - 11 July 1964, 18 July 1964

Murdoch Collection: Alphabetical Listing

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