Locke Branch - Exterior Neighbourhood Filming

From June 21 to June 27, filming activities, production vehicles and film equipment will be located on:

  • West side, Kent Street between Homewood Avenue and Aberdeen Avenue
  • East side Locke Street between Homewood Avenue and Stanley Street
  • South side of Homewood Avenue

Parking may be limited at times when visiting Locke Branch. Thank you in advance for your patience.

Published:
Thursday, June 18, 2026 - 2:30pm
Construction work at Barton Branch

The entrance to the Barton Branch parking lot off of Milton St. is currently inaccessible due to construction. The parking lot can still be accessed via the alley off Fullerton St. during this time.

Published:
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 - 9:15am
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.

Published:
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 - 5:00am
Bookmobile Service Modification

Due to Driver availability, Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for the month of June. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Bookmobile Service June Modifications 

Friday, June 19:                  

  • Six Nations Public Library - Cancelled
  • Maplewood- Cancelled
  • Winona - Cancelled
  • Queen Victoria - Cancelled

Wednesday, June 24:              

  • Swansea - Cancelled
  • Helen Detwiler - Cancelled
  • Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum - Cancelled

Saturday, June 27:                

  • Stoney Creek Arena - Cancelled
  • Riverdale - Cancelled
  • Discovery Centre - 3-4pm instead 

Tuesday, June 30:              

  • Greencedar - Cancelled
  • Mountview - Cancelled
Published:
Friday, May 22, 2026 - 12:00pm

Summer Reading Club Events

In-Branch Program

Explore and create with themed stations.
Join a fun interactive program for adults with disabilities.

In-Branch Program

After storytime, stay for social and play time.

In-Branch Program

Drop-in for multiplayer video game fun.
Bring along your support staff, friends and family and feel free to colour, do puzzles and play games.

In-Branch Program

After storytime, stay for social and play time.

In-Branch Program

After storytime, stay for social and play time.

In-Branch Program

Explore and create with themed stations.

In-Branch Program

Drop-in for multiplayer video game fun.
A summer of fun activities, events and giveaways await with this year's water-themed Summer Reading Club.
A summer of fun activities, events and giveaways await with this year's water-themed Summer Reading Club.

In-Branch Program

Drop-in board game and puzzle fun.

In-Branch Program

Music, movement and more.
Watch new releases and rediscover old favourites.
A summer of fun activities, events and giveaways await with this year's water-themed Summer Reading Club.
A summer of fun activities, events and giveaways await with this year's water-themed Summer Reading Club.
A summer of fun activities, events and giveaways await with this year's water-themed Summer Reading Club.
A summer of fun activities, events and giveaways await with this year's water-themed Summer Reading Club.
A summer of fun activities, events and giveaways await with this year's water-themed Summer Reading Club.
A summer of fun activities, events and giveaways await with this year's water-themed Summer Reading Club.