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.
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.
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.
Concession Branch's children's department will be closed on the morning of Monday, June 2nd for minor repairs. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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.
All HPL Branches are closed on Friday May 30 for Staff Development. Bookmobile is off the road and Extended Access is not available. HPL's online card registration, catalogue and eResources are not available until 5pm due to scheduled maintenance. All branches reopen Saturday May 31.
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.
Until Saturday May 31, the Ancaster Branch is temporarily relocated to the Ancaster Rotary Centre, 385 Jerseyville Road West, Ancaster. The Wilson Street branch is closed for a roof and HVAC replacement and is expected to reopen on Monday June 2 at 9am.
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.
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.
3D
The 3D printers will be available for public use with Makerspace staff assistance. To ensure that your print has the best chance of success and quality, staff will execute print jobs on behalf of Makerspace customers.
Long Print Days
Every Wednesday, we will be lifting the two hour time limit for our 3D printers. You will be able to print 3D designs that take more than two hours to print. We are allowing print jobs that can take all day to print (while the Makerspace is open).
- The print should be done before the Makerspace closes. The Makerspace closes 30 minutes before the closing time of Central Library.
- Booking is restricted to one print per person and only on one 3D printer
- Booking needs to be made with a Makerspace staff either by phone or in person.
- The Makerspace is located on the The Circuit 4.0 (4th floor of the Central Library.)
- The Makerspace phone number is 905-546-3200 x3406.
- Booking can be made one week in advance
- First come, first served for same day bookings and walk-ins