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.
Sherwood Branch - Public Computers
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Wednesday, June 11, 2025 - 11:00am
Carlisle Branch Accessibile Washroom Out of Order
The accessible washroom at Carlisle Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
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Tuesday, June 10, 2025 - 12:00pm
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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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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Tuesday, June 3, 2025 - 2:15pm
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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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
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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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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.
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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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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
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Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:30am
Concerts Events
- 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.
- Kenilworth Branch
- 103 Kenilworth Avenue North Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Singer, songwriter and family entertainer performs original and children's songs.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
In-Branch Program
A musical concert by a well-loved performer.
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
A musical concert by a well-loved performer.
Two Families Band: Four-Piece Band, Vocals
Listen to live music at Pier 8 on Monday evenings in July.
- Concession Branch
- 565 Concession Street Hamilton ON
S.G. Sinnicks: Guitar, Voice
Listen to live music at Concession.
Behind the Woodpile: Three-Piece Band with Vocals
Listen to live music at Pier 8 on Monday evenings in July.
- Red Hill Branch
- 695 Queenston Road Hamilton ON
Lisa Warren; Harp, Voice
Listen to live music at Red Hill.
Whitness: Voice
Listen to live music at Pier 8 on Monday evenings in July.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Danielle Todd: Guitar, Piano, Voice
Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Lyla Miklos and Juanita Maldonado: Piano, Voice
Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library.
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
Bel Canto Strings: Cello, Violin, Viola
Listen to live music at Valley Park.
- Stoney Creek Branch
- 777 Highway 8 Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
Singer, songwriter and family entertainer performs original and children's songs.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Jamie Shea and the Gentle Reminders: Four-Piece Band
Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library.
- Terryberry Branch
- 100 Mohawk Road West Hamilton ON
Petrichor: Flute and Guitar Duo
Listen to live music at Terryberry.
