The accessibility door at Parkdale Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly.
Parkdale Branch Accessible Door Out of Order
Published:
Thursday, March 19, 2026 - 6:45pm
Bookmobile Service Modifications
Due to driver availability, Bookmobile is off the road for the following. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Friday, March 20
Winona 11am-Noon - Cancelled
Queen Victoria 3-4pm - Cancelled
Tuesday, March 24
McMaster 3:30-4:30pm - Cancelled
Greencedar 4:30-5pm (instead of 4-5pm)
Wednesday, March 26
Rockton 10:30-11:30am - Cancelled
Meadowlands 3:30-4pm - Cancelled
Bennetto 5-5:30pm (instead of 4-5:30pm)
Published:
Monday, March 16, 2026 - 10:15am
Central Library - New Library Card Check-in Process
Starting Monday, March 16, adults 18+ are required to show their Library card to access Central Library. This is a temporary measure to ensure safety for all. Thank you for your patience in advance.
Published:
Friday, March 13, 2026 - 5:45pm
Central Library - Fourth Floor Closure, March 21
The 4th Floor will be closed on Saturday, March 21, 9 am-4 pm, for a March Break event, SciFUN Day. Makerspace and Newcomer Learning Centre will remain open. Study and work spaces, including Study Pods, are available on Floors 2-3. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Thursday, March 12, 2026 - 8:00am
Central Library - Fourth Floor Closure, March 18
The 4th Floor will be closed on Wednesday, March 18, 11:30 am-2:30 pm for a Magic Show. Makerspace and Newcomer Learning Centre will remain open. Study and work spaces, including Study Pods, are available on Floors 2-3. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Thursday, March 12, 2026 - 8:00am
Concession Branch Children's Area Reduced Service
A Children's area activity table, including the children's computers at Concession Branch are unavailable due to a facility issue. We aim to fix them as soon as possible.
Published:
Monday, March 9, 2026 - 11:30am
HPL Telephone Main Line Roll Back
HPL's original phone number is back in service. Please call 905-546-3200. The 289-779-7588 number, created due to the 2024 cybersecurity incident, is also working.
Published:
Friday, March 6, 2026 - 9:15am
Valley Park Community Centre Closure
From March 23 until April 12, Valley Park Community Centre will be closed for renovations, reopening April 13. Pool and changerooms will remain closed until early summer 2026.
Valley Park Branch will remain open during the renovations for your library needs.
Published:
Friday, February 27, 2026 - 11:00am
Concession Branch: Renovations
As of Monday, March 2, Concession Branch's Living Room and Makerspace areas are closed. (The next nearest Makerspaces are Sherwood and Terryberry Branches.) Seating may be limited at times. Renovations are expected to be completed in late Spring. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 1:00pm
Sherwood Branch: Renovations
As of Monday, March 2, Sherwood Branch's 2nd floor is closed due to renovations. Makerspace, Children and Teen's collection are temporarily available on the 1st floor. All programs will be held in the basement program room. Renovations are expected to be completed in late Spring. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 1:00pm
Central Library - Living Room Renovation Preparation
Starting Tuesday February 10, the First Floor Living Room is closed due to renovation preparations. Study and work spaces are available on Floors 2-4. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Friday, February 6, 2026 - 9:00am
Carlisle Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order
The accessible washroom at Carlisle Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
Published:
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 - 12:30pm
Health And Wellness Events
- Locke Branch
- 285 Locke Street South Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Learn what paramedics do and tour an ambulance.
- Locke Branch
- 285 Locke Street South Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Learn what paramedics do and tour an ambulance.
- Ancaster Branch
- 300 Wilson St East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Exercise your way to better health and fitness.
- Stoney Creek Branch
- 777 Highway 8 Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
Explore and create with our various food-themed stations and activities.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
In-Branch Program
Exercise your way to better health and fitness.
- Ancaster Branch
- 300 Wilson St East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Learn the benefits of massage for your infant and how to do it.
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
Improve your strength, balance and flexibility, regardless of current physical ability, through the SMART program.
- Concession Branch
- 565 Concession Street Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Play food-themed activities inspired by Eric Carle's The Very Hungry Caterpillar.
- Binbrook Branch
- 2641 Regional Road 56 Binbrook ON
In-Branch Program
Improve your strength, balance and flexibility, regardless of current physical ability, through the SMART program.
- Stoney Creek Branch
- 777 Highway 8 Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
Exercise your way to better health and fitness.
- Concession Branch
- 565 Concession Street Hamilton ON
In Branch
Learn the benefits of massage for your infant and how to do it.
- Red Hill Branch
- 695 Queenston Road Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Explore the network of care available to anyone caring for a family member or friend.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
A safe space for women to discuss mental health, wellness, boundaries, healthy relationships and more.
- Sherwood Branch
- 467 Upper Ottawa Street Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
A guided session of meditation awaits.
- Concession Branch
- 565 Concession Street Hamilton ON
In-Branch
A space for new parents and caregivers to connect, receive information from an Early Childhood Educator and participate in an activity or song with baby.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
In-Branch Program
Improve your strength, balance and flexibility, regardless of current physical ability, through the SMART program.
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
Learn about coyote behaviours and how to keep you and your pets safe while co-existing with local wildlife.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
In-Branch Program
Connect with other families in a sensory-friendly environment.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
In-Branch Program
A guided session of meditation awaits.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
In-Branch Program
A safe space for women to discuss mental health, wellness, boundaries, healthy relationships and more.
