From Monday, May 5 to Saturday, May 31, the Ancaster Branch will be temporarily closed due to a roof and HVAC replacement. During this time, service hours will be available at the Morgan Firestone Arena, 385 Jerseyville Road West, Ancaster. The last day to pick up your Holds is Thursday, May 1st. Thank you for your understanding.
Ancaster Branch - Temporary Closure, May 5-31
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Published:
Wednesday, April 16, 2025 - 11:00am
All Branches Closed for Good Friday
All branches closed on Friday, April 18, 2025 for Good Friday. This includes branches with Extended Access.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, April 11, 2025 - 10:15am
All Branches Closed for Easter Sunday
All branches closed on Sunday, April 20, 2025 for Easter Sunday. This includes branches with Extended Access.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, April 11, 2025 - 10:15am
All Branches Closed for Easter Monday
All branches closed on Monday, April 21, 2025 for Easter Monday. This includes branches with Extended Access.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
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Friday, April 11, 2025 - 10:15am
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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Published:
Thursday, April 10, 2025 - 3:30pm
Barton Branch - Roof Repair
Due to the ongoing roof repair project, noise and parking disruptions will continue until April 25. Thank you for your patience.
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Published:
Tuesday, April 8, 2025 - 3:30pm
Sherwood Branch - Basement Renovation
The first phase of renovations will begin at the Sherwood Branch from April 10 to May 2. During this time, noise disruptions may occur throughout the branch due to a basement renovation. Parking, access to the building, and collections will not be affected. Thank you for your patience. www.hpl.ca/sherwood
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Published:
Monday, April 7, 2025 - 8:30am
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
Literary Events
- Terryberry Branch
- 100 Mohawk Road West Hamilton ON
The Umbrella House by Colleen Nelson
Chat about your favourite titles, discover new ones and meet friends.
- Locke Branch
- 285 Locke Street South Hamilton ON
The Paris Library by Janet Skeslien Charles
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
Pebble and Dove by Amy Jones
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
The Road by Cormac McCarthy
Chat about books at Merit Brewing at 107 James St N.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
Alligator Pie by Dennis Lee
Chat about your favourite titles, discover new ones and meet friends.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Rue Duplessis, ma petite noirceur par Jean-Phillipe Pleau
Si vous êtes intéressé à lire et à discuter de bons livres, il existe un club de lecture près de chez vous.
The Storyteller by Jodi Picoult
Chat about books at Shawn & Ed Brewing Company at 65 Hatt St., Dundas.
- Carlisle Branch
- 277 Carlisle Road Carlisle ON
Moon of the Turning Leaves by Waubgeshig Rice
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Terryberry Branch
- 100 Mohawk Road West Hamilton ON
The Hidden Dragon by Melissa Marr
Chat about your favourite titles, discover new ones and meet friends.
- Stoney Creek Branch
- 777 Highway 8 Stoney Creek ON
Hidden Valley Road by Robert Kolker
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
Chrysalis by Anuja Varghese
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Sherwood Branch
- 467 Upper Ottawa Street Hamilton ON
Old Babes in the Wood by Margaret Atwood
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Locke Branch
- 285 Locke Street South Hamilton ON
Violeta by Isabel Allende
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Binbrook Branch
- 2641 Regional Road 56 Binbrook ON
Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Concession Branch
- 565 Concession Street Hamilton ON
God Help the Child by Toni Morrison
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
Five Roses by Alice Zorn
Chat about books at Shawn & Ed Brewing Company at 65 Hatt St., Dundas.
- Locke Branch
- 285 Locke Street South Hamilton ON
Fifth Avenue Glamour Girl by Renee Rosen
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Terryberry Branch
- 100 Mohawk Road West Hamilton ON
Gnome Is Where Your Heart Is by Casey Lyall
Chat about your favourite titles, discover new ones and meet friends.
- Stoney Creek Branch
- 777 Highway 8 Stoney Creek ON
After the Flood by Kassandra Montag
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
