The accessible washroom at Ancaster Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
Ancaster Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order
Published:
Thursday, September 10, 2026 - 2:00pm
Concession Branch - Closed, September 9
Due to ongoing construction, Concession Branch will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, September 9. It will be reopen on Thursday, September 10.
Published:
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 - 3:00pm
Preview the New HPL.ca
We're excited to share a preview of the new HPL.ca before its official launch on September 15.
Explore the new site, discover updated navigation and get familiar with the improved online experience designed to make it easier to find Library services, programs, collections and information.
If you encounter an issue or have feedback, please let us know through our Contact Us page.
Published:
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 - 3:00pm
Kenilworth Branch - Parking Lot Not Available
Due to a fence replacement, the parking lot will be unavailable until Friday, September 11. Nearby street parking is available. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 - 2:00pm
Barton Branch - Construction in Area
Please note that Milton Avenue at Barton Street is under construction. Access to the parking lot is limited. Nearby street parking is available and an HSR route out front. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Monday, August 31, 2026 - 2:30pm
Print on the Go Currently Unavailable
The Print on the Go service is not working at all Branches. We aim to fix it as soon as possible.
Published:
Thursday, August 27, 2026 - 12:30pm
Delayed Openings and Closures
Due to Staff training, the following service modifications are planned.
- Red Hill: Friday, September 18, Delayed Opening of 10 am
- Central Library: Tuesday, September 29, Delayed Opening of 10 am
Visit www.hpl.ca/hours for open alternate locations.
Published:
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - 2:00pm
Bookmobile Schedule Modifications for September
Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for September:
Please visit www.hpl.ca/bookmobile for updates on service modifications.
Tuesday, September 8
- Strathcona - Cancelled
- McMaster - Cancelled
Thursday, September 10
- Rockton and Millgrove visits moved to Saturdays (Starting September 12)
Saturday, September 12
- Stoney Creek - Cancelled
- Riverdale - Cancelled
Thursday, September 17
- Mohawk Gardens - Cancelled
- Meadowlands - Cancelled
Friday, September 18
- Winona - Cancelled
- Queen Victoria - Cancelled
Published:
Monday, August 24, 2026 - 9:30am
Spectator File S-1 1953-May 21, 1956
1953- May 21, 1956
1953 McMaster Convocation
March 1953 Massey. Governor General [at hydro]
June 1953 Queen's Coronation
[wire photos, Bishop Bagnall & Bishop Ryan, old prints, decorations for Queen, Niagara Falls]
June 2, 1953 Coronation Day Parade & Festivities
1954-1955 Misc. Negs
1954 or 1955 Editor's Conference
1955 Adam Beck Power Plant. Niagara Falls
1955 Askew Boat House Fire
1955 Dundurn Museum. Head of the Lake Hist. Soc. [Sept. 22, 1955]
1955? J. Diefenbaker in Hamilton
1955 Jordan Museum
1955 Midland Shrine
1955 Registry Office
July 1955 Army Negs
Sept. 9, 1955 Model Home Week
Oct. 11, 1955 Diesel Engines (by Bruce Murdoch)
Oct. 21, 1955 McMaster Convocation
Nov. 19, 1955 General Hospital - New Children's Wing. Interior
Nov. 26, 1955 Notre Dame Academy (Waterdown)
Dec. 21, 1955 Fire at York Street
1956 Ham. Lacrosse Club
1956 Shopping Centre Henry Morgans. Henry Morgan Store. The Centre
1956 Miss Canada Pageant
1956 National Ballet
Feb. 15, 1956 Pipeline Feature
April 16, 1956 Petawawa - Can. Guards
April 20-25, 1956 Kiwanis Music Festival Winners
May 9, 1956
May 7-8-9, 1956 Circulation Mgs. Conv.
May 21, 1956 McMaster Convocation
