Ancaster Branch Accessible Door Out of Order

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

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Published:
Saturday, November 8, 2025 - 9:45am
Concession Branch: Children's Area Renovations

Concession Branch: Children's Area Now Reopened
Concession Branch's children's area has now reopened, with the exception of the teen section. Public computers still remain affected. Thank you for your patience as we aim to restore these services soon.

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Published:
Friday, November 7, 2025 - 9:30am
Odour at Carlisle Branch

Members visiting the Carlisle Branch may notice an unpleasant odour. We are working to identify the source and hope to resolve the issue as soon as possible.

Published:
Thursday, November 6, 2025 - 5:30pm
Network Maintenance - Wednesday, November 12

HPL's WiFi, Catalogue and online resources will undergo network maintenance on Wednesday, November 12 from 5-8am. We apologize for the inconvenience.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, November 6, 2025 - 8:00am
Kenilworth Branch Reopening

Noise and limited parking continue at the Kenilworth Branch this week as renovations wrap up. Thank you for your understanding.

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

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

Thursday, November 13
Binbrook Branch, 10am

Friday, November 14
Valley Park Branch, 10am

Monday, November 24
Mount Hope, 2pm

Thursday, November 27
Stoney Creek, 10am

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

Makerspace And Technology Events

Learn about HPL's online resources.
Build on what you have learned from Basic Computer Skills 1. Learn more about using the keyboard and drives. Ideal for new computer users.

In-Branch Program

Learn about 3D design.
An introduction to maximizing your privacy and security on the internet.

In-Branch Program

Digitize photographs, negatives and VHS cassettes.
Join us for an easy-to-follow class designed especially for older adults who want to learn how to use Instagram.
Make and take home a small craft using Makerspace equipment.
Bring your tech questions and get one-on-one help.
Learn about viruses and email scams to increase your internet privacy and security.

In-Branch Program

Digitize photographs, negatives and VHS cassettes.
Build a video game from scratch. Ages 8 to 12.
Learn the features and functions of the Brother PRS100 embroidery machine.
Learn basic photo editing.

In-Branch Program

Bring your phone, tablet or laptop computer and your technology questions to this drop-in program.

In-Branch Program

Bring your phone, tablet or laptop computer and your technology questions to this drop-in program.
Learn how to mend small stains, tears and holes in your clothes using the embroidery machine in Makerspace.
Bring your tech questions and get one-on-one help.
Bring your tech questions and get one-on-one help.
CANCELED

In-Branch Program

Learn basic graphic design using the free online design tool Canva.

In-Branch Program

Learn about 3D design.