Barton Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order

The accessible washroom at Barton Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.

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Affected Branch: Barton Branch

Nearest Branches:

Central Library

Concession Branch

Kenilworth Branch

Published:

Friday, June 27, 2025 - 3:15pm

Bookmobile Stops Cancelled- Canada Day

All HPL Branches are closed Canada Day, Tuesday, July 1. Extended Access is not available. The following Bookmobile visits are also cancelled on July 1st:

Riverdale
Strathcona
McMaster
Greencedar
Mountview

Regular service hours resume Wednesday, July 2.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops

Published:

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 - 11:00am

Study Halls - Summer Break Pause

Study Halls are taking a summer break after Thursday, June 26. The service will resume in early September.

www.hpl.ca/study-halls

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops

Published:

Friday, June 20, 2025 - 1:30pm

Sherwood Branch - Public Computers

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.

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Affected Branch: Sherwood Branch

Nearest Branches:

Barton Branch

Concession Branch

Kenilworth Branch

Published:

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 - 11:00am

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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Affected Branch: Terryberry Branch

Nearest Branches:

Central Library

Concession Branch

Locke Branch

Published:

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

Published:

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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Affected Branch: Mount Hope Branch

Nearest Branches:

Ancaster Branch

Terryberry Branch

Turner Park Branch

Published:

Friday, May 23, 2025 - 4:30pm

Waterdown Branch

Waterdown branch at dusk

Construction is still ongoing for the new Waterdown branch of Hamilton Public Library. This is our architect’s rendition of the new building, and we’re sharing the photos that show how we’re going to achieve that rendition. To follow the New Waterdown Library Construction project please visit our Pinterest page.

Staff are excited to be offering a greater range of services in a family-friendly, award-winning, multi-use facility. Built to meet the needs of the growing Flamborough population, HPL is proud to create this new community destination centre with our partners.

The new multi-use Waterdown facility will:

Measure 23,000 sq. ft., with library space exceeding 15,000 sq. ft.
Meet the City of Hamilton's Barrier-Free Accessibility Guidelines
Be situated on the site of the former Municipal Service Centre - 163 Dundas St. East

Residents will benefit from a community-focused space built for all ages to enjoy. Some features include:

Bigger and brighter children's area with access to kid-friendly technology and activities
Larger collections bringing Millgrove and Waterdown collections together
Free and improved parking
An outdoor reading patio overlooking Dundas St. and the Escarpment
Areas for quiet study and group collaboration
A computer lab for instruction
Wifi access throughout the building
A multi-purpose Program Room for all ages

Even before construction, this facility has won the Canadian Architect National Award of Excellence for 2013 for its innovative design.

The new facility will be home to: