Sherwood Branch Public Computer Service Disruption

The computer lab on the 1st floor at the Sherwood Branch is currently out of order. There are limited public computers available on the 2nd floor. Printing and photocopying is still available. We are working to resolve as soon as possible.

Published:
Friday, June 6, 2025 - 10:00am
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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Published:
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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Published:
Tuesday, June 3, 2025 - 2:15pm
Red Hill Branch Accessibile Washroom Out of Order

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

Published:
Tuesday, June 3, 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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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.

 

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Published:
Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 4:00pm
Sherwood Branch - Temporary Closure

As the 1st floor renovation wraps up, the Sherwood Branch will be closed on Thursday, June 5, to reset the spaces. Service hours will resume on Friday, June 6. Thank you for your patience.

Published:
Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 11:00am
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.

Published:
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.

Published:
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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Affected Branch: Central Library
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

West Flamborough Books in the OGS Collection

West Flamborough Books in the OGS Collection

To request any of the Wentworth County records please cite the county name, the town or township name, and the book number on the request slip.

For example, to access the third book listed below you would request:

Wentworth County, Saltfleet, #01921

Those books listed in italics were not transferred from the OGS as Local History & Archives or the library general collection already owned them. To access these books please use the library call number. WEST

FLAMBOROUGH

Births, Marriages, Deaths in East & West Flamborough. 1869-1913 (01927)

Centennial Celebration - West Flamborough. S.S. #5 1848-1948 (01928)

Crown Patentees of West Flamborough. R971.3521 Sm61 CESH (01929)

History of the Town of Dundas. Parts 1-3. R971.3522 W857h CESH (01931, 01930, 01932)

Marriage Records 1817-1832, West Flamborough (01933)

Marriage Records 1836-1868 by Rev. Thos. Christie, West Flamborough - Church Records. include many areas of Ontario (01934)

Millgrove Through the Years (01935)

Millgrove Through the Years. (Index) (01936)

Reminiscences of An Old Boy. 1921-1923. Finding Aid. Dundas Star Columns by William Henry Moss (01937)

Township of West Flamborough Centennial Celebration. 1850-1950 R971.352 WES CESH (01938)

Index to Rev. Christie Marriage Records (01986)

Early Burials in Dundas Cemeteries (01987)

Dundas, 1847-1973 R971.3522 BUT CESH (01991)

Bits of the Past. Historical Highlights. 160 Years. 1830-1990. St. Paul’s United Church. Dundas, Ontario (01996)

Index to the History of the Town of Dundas. Series 1, 2, & 3 (02056)

Imperial Atlas of 1903: West Flamborough Township. R346.713045 WEN CESH (02087)

Index to Surtees Map 1859: West Flamborough Twp. R929.3713 WEN CESH (02130)

The Dundas Heritage. R971.3522 B813 CESH (02140)

Places of Worship: West Flamborough Township (02169)

Methodist Sabbath School, Dundas, ON: Diamond Jubilee 1833 – 1908 (02405)

History of Beechgrove School and the District in and near the Village of Freelton (02407)

1901 Census: Dundas Town. R929 371352 NIN CESH (02421)

1901 Census: West Flamborough Township. R929.371352 NIN CESH (02422)

For Cemetery indexes for West Flamborough ask for the Finding Aid at the Local History & Archives Information Desk