Ancaster Branch is closing early April 29 2025, due to a power outage. We aim to have it restored quickly.
Ancaster Branch - Closed due to Power Outage
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Tuesday, April 29, 2025 - 6:00pm
Internet outage at Valley Park Branch
The internet at Valley Park Branch is working intermittently. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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Tuesday, April 29, 2025 - 5:00pm
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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Monday, April 28, 2025 - 10:00am
Extended Access at Freelton Branch Unavailable
Extended Access at Freelton Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly. Apologies for the inconvenience.
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Thursday, April 24, 2025 - 12:00pm
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.
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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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Thursday, April 10, 2025 - 3:30pm
Sherwood Branch - Basement Renovation
The first phase of renovations will begin at the Sherwood Branch from April 10 to May 2. During this time, noise disruptions may occur throughout the branch due to a basement renovation. Parking, access to the building, and collections will not be affected. Thank you for your patience. www.hpl.ca/sherwood
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Monday, April 7, 2025 - 8:30am
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
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Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:30am
Concerts Events
- Red Hill Branch
- 695 Queenston Road Hamilton ON
Guitar of Fire Trio: Accordion, Spanish Guitar
Listen to live jazz music. April is Jazz Appreciation Month.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
HWDSB Student Bands
Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
HWDSB Choirs
Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
Ancaster Meadow Elementary School Band and Song Club
Listen to live music at Waterdown.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Darcy Mitchison: Guitar, Piano, Voice
Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library.
- Saltfleet Branch
- 131 Grays Road Stoney Creek ON
St. John Henry Newman Cardinals' Rock Band
Listen to live music at Saltfleet.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
HWDSB Student Bands
Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library.
- Barton Branch
- 571 Barton Street East Hamilton ON
Champagne James Robertson: Guitar
Listen to live music at Barton.
- Sherwood Branch
- 467 Upper Ottawa Street Hamilton ON
Lisgar Elementary School Choir
Listen to live music at Sherwood.
- Westdale Branch
- 955 King Street West Hamilton ON
Tarek Funk: Multi-instrumentalist
Listen to live music at Westdale.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Hamilton Suzuki School of Music: Cello, Piano, Viola, Violin
Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library.
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
HWDSB Middle School Concert Bands
Listen to live music at Valley Park.
- Binbrook Branch
- 2641 Regional Road 56 Binbrook ON
HWDSB Student Band
Listen to live music at Binbrook.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Junestone: Bass, Drums, Guitar, Keyboards, Vocals
Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Keith Silver: Guitar, Voice
Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
Jeremy Facknitz: Guitar and Voice
Listen to live music at Turner Park.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
HPO Brass Duo
Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library.
