Due to a glass door installation for the new Makerspace area, Concession Branch will close at 1 pm on Thursday, September 3. It is expected to reopen to its regular hours with limited services on Friday, September 4. Stay tuned for continual updates.
www.hpl.ca/concession
Due to ongoing construction, Concession Branch will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, September 9. It will be reopen on Thursday, September 10.
We're excited to share a preview of the new HPL.ca before its official launch on September 15.
Explore the new site, discover updated navigation and get familiar with the improved online experience designed to make it easier to find Library services, programs, collections and information.
If you encounter an issue or have feedback, please let us know through our Contact Us page.
Due to a fence replacement, the parking lot will be unavailable until Friday, September 11. Nearby street parking is available. Thank you for your patience.
Please note that Milton Avenue at Barton Street is under construction. Access to the parking lot is limited. Nearby street parking is available and an HSR route out front. Thank you for your patience.
The Print on the Go service is not working at all Branches. We aim to fix it as soon as possible.
Due to Staff training, the following service modifications are planned.
Visit www.hpl.ca/hours for open alternate locations.
Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for September:
Please visit www.hpl.ca/bookmobile for updates on service modifications.
Tuesday, September 8
Thursday, September 10
Saturday, September 12
Thursday, September 17
Friday, September 18
Whether you're heading back to the classroom, helping with homework, starting post-secondary studies or teaching the next generation, HPL has free resources to help you learn, study and get things done.
Discover homework help, research tools, books and digital resources, study spaces, programs and more. Many online resources are available with your library card.
Links to Learning (All Ages and Educators)
Explore free online learning activities and educational resources for all ages, including curriculum-based games, live tutoring, literacy tools and classroom materials for educators.
Brainfuse (Students of All Ages)
Connect with live tutors, get homework help, access writing support and find tools for studying and building academic skills.
Tumblebooks (Children) Over 200
fun and interactive eBooks in English, French, Spanish, Russian and Chinese.
Mango Languages (All Ages)
An online language learning system with over 70 language courses.
LinkedIn Learning (Teens, Adults and Post-Secondary Students)
Over 3,500 self-paced video courses led by recognized industry experts on web design, software development, photography, business skills, project management and more.
TeenBookCloud (Teens)
Online graphic novels, classic literature, videos, educator resources and audiobooks.
PressReader Newspapers and Magazines (Teens, Adults and Post-Secondary Students)
Explore thousands of newspapers and magazines from Canada and around the world, covering current events, culture, entertainment, hobbies and more.
Keep learning, creating and connecting outside the classroom.
Reading Buddies (Grades 1-6)
Various Dates and Locations
Meet with teen volunteer Reading Buddies for support and help with reading through game-playing and fun activities.
Math Success (Grades 5-8)
Various Dates and Locations
Work with trained volunteers to strengthen your math skills.
Make, Explore and Solve (Ages 6-12. Ages 8-12 for Maker Cart Programs)
Various Dates and Locations
Get creative with hands-on technology and crafting materials, dive into an undersea treasure hunt or test your problem-solving skills in an escape room.
STEAM Learning Labs (Ages 6-12)
Various Dates and Locations
Explore science, technology, engineering, art and math through hands-on experiments and activities, including entomology and scary science. For children ages 6–12.
PA Day Fun (Families and Children of All Ages)
Monday October 26
Various Locations
Make the most of your PA Day with fun at HPL. Enjoy crafts, games, storytimes, movies, music, LEGO, fall fairs and more at branches across Hamilton.
Need a quiet place to work or somewhere to meet for a group project? HPL offers spaces across the system where you can read, study and get work done.
Find and book a Study Room
Teen Study Hall (Teens ages 13-17)
Wednesdays; Binbrook
A dedicated, quiet space to hit the books.
Plan a Class Visit
Teachers and teacher librarians can arrange a visit to their local HPL branch for Kindergarten to Grade 12 classes and homeschool groups. Please submit your request at least two weeks in advance. Your selected branch will contact you to confirm the details.
Community Cards
Staff of Hamilton daycare centres, institutions, schools, corporations, businesses, government agencies, associations, charitable and non-profit organizations or group homes can apply for a Community Card.
A Community Card Application requires the signature of an executive, administrator or any staff member who has received authorization from the organization to create a Community Card.
