All HPL Branches - Moment of Silence

National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women is Saturday, December 6. HPL remembers and honours the lives of the fourteen women killed at Montréal’s École Polytechnique in 1989. All HPL branches will observe a moment of silence at 3 pm.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, December 5, 2025 - 5:30pm
Sherwood Branch Accessible Door Out of Order

The accessibility door at Sherwood Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly.

Published:
Wednesday, December 3, 2025 - 5:00pm
Saltfleet Branch: Parking Lot Disruption

Due to the Saltfleet Santa Claus Parade route, Saltfleet Branch's parking lot will be unavailable from 9am-3pm on Saturday, December 6. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Published:
Monday, November 24, 2025 - 9:00am
Bookmobile Service Modification

Please note the Bookmobile will be attending the following community events.

Saturday, December 6:

  • Stoney Creek Santa Claus Parade 2-4pm
  • Millgrove Visit is cancelled.
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Affected Branch: Bookmobile
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Published:
Friday, November 14, 2025 - 1:00pm
Replacement and Damage Fees

Bring back your borrowed library items (due Oct 1 or later) within 28 days to avoid a replacement or lost fee. We'll remove the fee when you bring back your overdue items. 

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, September 11, 2025 - 3:00pm

Books And Writing Events

Explore the role of storytelling in shaping inclusive communities and promoting anti-racism.

Anna Chatterton and January Rogers

An author discussion featuring Anna Chatterton and January Rogers

In-Branch Program

Share your recent reads and get recommendations for your next book.

The Great Believers by Rebecca Makkai

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest, confidence and a love for reading.

In-Branch Program

A free early intervention literacy program for neurodiverse students in Grades 2-8.

In-Branch Program

A free early intervention literacy program for neurodiverse students in Grades 2-8.
Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest, confidence and a love for reading.

What I Know About You by Eric Chacour

Chat about books at Relay Coffee Roasters at 27 King William St., Hamilton.
Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest, confidence and a love for reading.

In-Branch Program

A free early intervention literacy program for neurodiverse students in Grades 2-8.

In-Branch Program

A free early intervention literacy program for neurodiverse students in Grades 2-8.

It Starts With Us by Colleen Hoover

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

In-Branch Program

A free early intervention literacy program for neurodiverse students in Grades 2-8.

In-Branch Program

Swap your new or gently used books with other readers.

In-Branch Program

A free early intervention literacy program for neurodiverse students in Grades 2-8.
Practice writing skills and network with other writers.
Join a fun interactive program for adults with disabilities.

The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

In-Branch Program

A free early intervention literacy program for neurodiverse students in Grades 2-8.