Barton Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order

The accessible washroom at Barton Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.

Published:
Monday, October 27, 2025 - 3:15pm
Kenilworth Branch Reopening

The Kenilworth Branch has reopened today, Monday, October 27. Please note that there is limited parking, and noise disruptions may occur this week as the final touches are made to the renovations. Thank you for your understanding.

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Published:
Monday, October 27, 2025 - 3:00pm
Central Library - Fourth Floor Closure

The 4th Floor is closed on Thursday, October 30 from 4-8pm for a special event. Makerspace and Newcomer Learning Centre will remain open. Floors 1-3 are available with study and work spaces. 

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Affected Branch: Central Library
Published:
Monday, October 27, 2025 - 3:00pm
Delayed Branch Openings 

The following locations have upcoming delayed openings due to Staff training drills. 

Thursday, October 30
Parkdale Branch, 9:30am

You may visit nearby Branches for your library needs. www.hpl.ca/hours

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Tuesday, October 7, 2025 - 2:00pm
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

In-Branch Program

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.

In-Branch Program

Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest, confidence, and a love for reading.
Explore elements that make up this horror subgenre, read some sample works and come up with your own.

Autumn Bird and the Runaway by Melanie Florence

Chat about your favourite titles, discover new ones and meet friends.

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.

In-Branch Program

A supportive forum for aspiring writers.

The Troop by Nick Cutter

Read and discuss our 2025 Hamilton Screams title with Team HPL, author Nick Cutter and fellow book lovers.

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.
Practice writing skills and network with other writers.

Five Little Indians by Michelle Good

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

Erotic Stories for Punjabi Widows by Balli Kaur Jaswal

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

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

In-Branch Program

Four consecutive weekly discussions about one book.
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Suspense: What Happens Next?

Sharpen your writing skills with fellow writers in this workshop led by Pasha Malla.

In-Branch Program

Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest, confidence, and a love for reading.