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

Bookmobile Service Modification

Due to Driver availability, Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for the month of June. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Bookmobile Service June Modifications

Saturday, June 13:

Special Event - All Stops Cancelled

Friday, June 19:

Six Nations- Cancelled
Maplewood- Cancelled

Wednesday, June 24:

Swansea Cancelled
Helen Detwiler Cancelled
Warplane Museum Cancelled

Saturday, June 27:

Stoney Creek Arena Cancelled
Riverdale Cancelled
Discovery Centre --> 3-4pm

Tuesday, June 30:

Greencedar Cancelled
Mountview Cancelled

Published:

Friday, May 22, 2026 - 12:00pm

Spend March Break with HPL

Explore, Create and Discover

Make the most of March Break at HPL with a dynamic mix of hands-on programs, creative experiences and special events designed for all ages, from curious kids to creative teens.

Events and Programs

SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Conduct experiments that are sure to ignite a love of science with Mad Science, grow bubbles with Miss Raven and explore hands-on STEAM activities with McMaster Children and Youth University.

FUN AND GAMES

Take the stage at Karaoke, challenge friends with Nintendo Switch gaming and test your knowledge in kid-friendly trivia competitions.

ANIMALS AND NATURE

Meet local insects, spiders and bugs with Dan the Nature Man, hop aboard the Zoom Zoo Bus and learn about birds with the Hamilton Aviary.

SPECIAL GUESTS AND PERFORMANCES

Enjoy family-friendly live entertainment, including magic shows, high-energy musical acts and meet a paramedic.

FAMILY MOVIES

Enjoy free family movie screenings at the library, featuring a mix of new releases and beloved favourites.

ARTS AND CRAFTS

Get creative with a wide range of art materials, draw cute animals and design your own puppet at a hands-on puppet-making party.

March Break Programming for Teens

Teens can hang out in Teen Zone, build skills through photography and public speaking workshops, dive into Dungeons and Dragons, create vision boards and give back by knitting for a cause.