The elevator at Ancaster Branch is not working. We're working to get it fixed quickly.
Ancaster Branch Elevator Out of Order
Published:
Saturday, July 11, 2026 - 10:45am
Central Library - Fourth Floor Closure, Friday July 10
With the Steel Town Love special event taking place on Saturday, July 11, the Fourth Floor at Central Library will be closed for set-up all day on Friday, July 10. Makerspace and Newcomer Learning Centre will remain open.
The Fourth Floor will reopen its study spaces on Sunday, July 12, Noon-5 pm.
Published:
Monday, July 6, 2026 - 4:00pm
Express Items via OverDrive - Partner Libraries Update
As of July 1st, partner library Members can no longer borrow HPL Express items via Overdrive. More to Borrow partner libraries will be offering Lucky Express (Skip the line) titles to their cardholders only. This will help manage wait times for popular titles. Lucky Express is a collection of in demand titles with a seven-day loan period, available with no wait.
Our partners will still be able to borrow titles from the rest of our collection.
www.hpl.ca/more-to-borrow
Published:
Monday, July 6, 2026 - 10:00am
What's Happening Guide Changes
The What's Happening Guide has been retired and replaced with different communications channels and tactics. You can find the new Summer Reading Flyer here. Watch for future communications updates.
Published:
Monday, June 29, 2026 - 3:00pm
Sunday Hours Return to Central Library
Sunday hours return to Central Library. Beginning July 5, Central is open Noon to 5pm. Dundas, Red Hill, Terryberry, Turner Park, Valley Park and Waterdown branches are also open Sundays, 1 to 5pm. hpl.ca/hours
Published:
Monday, June 29, 2026 - 1:00pm
Study Halls Pause for Summer Break
After Hours Study Hall is not available in July and August. Hours will resume Tuesday, September 8. www.hpl.ca/study-halls
Published:
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 - 3:00pm
Construction at Barton Branch
The entrance to the Barton Branch's parking lot off Milton Street is currently inaccessible due to construction. Please use the alley entrance off Fullerton Street.
Published:
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 - 9:15am
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.
Published:
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 - 5:00am
Makerspace And Technology Events
- Barton Branch
- 571 Barton Street East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Bring your phone, tablet or laptop computer and your technology questions to this drop-in program.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Turn a digital 3D model into a real object using the 3D Printers in HPL's Makerspace.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
In-Branch Program
Dive into undersea fun and find Scout's sunken treasure.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Learn the features and functions of the Brother PRS100 embroidery machine.
- Sherwood Branch
- 467 Upper Ottawa Street Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Learn to code with Scratch. Best suited for children age 8-12.
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
Learn to code with Scratch. Best suited for children age 8-12.
- Terryberry Branch
- 100 Mohawk Road West Hamilton ON
Paper Flowers
Learn to design and create projects on this crafting machine.
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
Learn to code with Scratch. Best suited for children age 8-12.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Learn to code with Scratch. Best suited for children age 8-12.
- Concession Branch
- 565 Concession Street Hamilton ON
Turn a digital 3D model into a real object using the 3D Printers in HPL's Makerspace.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
An introduction to maximizing your privacy and security on the internet.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
In-Branch Program
Choose from an assortment of tech devices and traditional crafting materials. Ages 8 to 12.
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
An interactive workshop to help seniors stay safe and confident online.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Bring your tech questions and get one-on-one help.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Dive into undersea fun and find Scout's sunken treasure.
- Terryberry Branch
- 100 Mohawk Road West Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Learn to code with Scratch. Best suited for children age 8-12.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Build and program a LEGO robot to drive through an obstacle course using LEGO Spike Prime.
- Red Hill Branch
- 695 Queenston Road Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Learn to code with Scratch. Best suited for children age 8-12.
- Kenilworth Branch
- 103 Kenilworth Avenue North Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Learn to code with Scratch. Best suited for children age 8-12.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
In-Branch Program
Bring your phone, tablet or laptop computer and your technology questions to this drop-in program.
