Extended Access at the Freelton Branch is not working. Please visit during staffed hours. We aim to fix it quickly. Apologies for the inconvenience.
Extended Access at Freelton Branch Unavailable
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Published:
Thursday, May 22, 2025 - 2:45pm
Carlisle Branch Accessible Door Out of Order
The accessibility door at Carlisle Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly.
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Published:
Thursday, May 22, 2025 - 1:45pm
Study Halls Open Thursday May 22
Study Halls at Central Library, Dundas, Red Hill, Terryberry, Turner Park and Waterdown branches are open Thursday May 22, 8pm-Midnight. The planned Thursday closure for maintenance is cancelled.
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Wednesday, May 21, 2025 - 5:15pm
Construction Work at Sherwood Branch
On Thursday, May 15, the library reopens with normal hours but with the following service limitations:
- 1st Floor is closed to the public
- Limited browsing collections of Express Adult Fic and Express DVDs are available on the 2nd Floor
- Holds pickup is available on the 2nd Floor
- Reduced number of public computers on 2nd Floor
- Printing and copying available on 2nd Floor
- Seating capacity is reduced
- All 2nd Floor collections (teen, children, and graphic novels) are available
- Parking, washroom and elevator access are not affected
Please refer to hpl.ca/events for up-to-date program listings. Most programs will continue as normal on the 2nd Floor or in the basement.
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Thursday, May 15, 2025 - 2:30pm
All Branches Closed - May 30, Staff Professional Development
All HPL Branches are closed on Friday May 30 for Staff Development. Bookmobile is off the road and Extended Access is not available. HPL's online card registration, catalogue and eResources are not available until 5pm due to scheduled maintenance. All branches reopen Saturday May 31.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
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Monday, May 12, 2025 - 8:00am
Bookmobile Service Cancellations
The Friday May 30 Bookmobile visits to Huntington Park, Winona and Maplewood Avenue are cancelled.
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Bookmobile Stop:
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Friday, May 9, 2025 - 8:00am
Turner Park Branch - Roof Repair
Due to the ongoing roof repair project, noise and parking disruptions are expected to continue until the end of June. Thank you for your patience.
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Monday, April 28, 2025 - 10:00am
Ancaster Branch - Temporary Relocation in May
Until Saturday May 31, the Ancaster Branch is temporarily relocated to the Ancaster Rotary Centre, 385 Jerseyville Road West, Ancaster. The Wilson Street branch is closed for a roof and HVAC replacement.
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Wednesday, April 16, 2025 - 11:00am
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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Thursday, April 10, 2025 - 3:30pm
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
Published:
Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:30am
Makerspace Events
- Terryberry Branch
- 100 Mohawk Road West Hamilton ON
Learn to design and create projects on this crafting machine.
- Kenilworth Branch
- 103 Kenilworth Avenue North Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Learn to design and create projects on this crafting machine.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Learn how to create custom designs, print and cut them out using a vinyl printer.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
A welcome space for all makers.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Learn the features and functions of the Brother PRS100 embroidery machine.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Learn about 3D design.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
In-Branch Program
Learn to design and create projects on this crafting machine.
- Barton Branch
- 571 Barton Street East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Learn to design and create projects on this crafting machine.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Learn the features and functions of the Brother PRS100 embroidery machine.
- Concession Branch
- 565 Concession Street Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Learn to design and create projects on this crafting machine.
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
A welcome space for all makers.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
In-Branch Program
Unleash your creative side.
- Red Hill Branch
- 695 Queenston Road Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Design and create custom buttons.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Learn about 3D design.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Design and create custom buttons.
- Terryberry Branch
- 100 Mohawk Road West Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Learn about 3D design.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Learn how to create custom designs, print and cut them out using a vinyl printer.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Learn to design and create projects on this crafting machine.
- Concession Branch
- 565 Concession Street Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Learn to design and create projects on this crafting machine.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
In-Branch Program
Learn how to use an embroidery machine.
