The internet at Waterdown Branch is not working. This also affects Public Computers, Printers, and automatic book returns. We aim to have it fixed quickly.
Waterdown Branch - Internet outage
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Published:
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 - 7:00pm
Study Hall, Thursday, May 8
Due to City IT maintenance, there may be an intermittent network outage between 8-10 pm during Study Hall on Thursday, May 8. Computers, printers and WiFi may not be available at times. Thank you for your patience.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 - 4:00pm
All Branches Closed - Victoria Day
All HPL Branches are closed on Sunday, May 18, and Victoria Day, Monday, May 19. Bookmobile is off the road. Extended Access and Study Hall services are not available. Our Virtual Branch is open at hpl.ca.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
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Thursday, May 1, 2025 - 9:30am
Central Library - Fire Drill
On Tuesday, May 13, a fire drill will be held at 11 am at Central Library. You may visit the Barton or Locke Branches as alternate locations for your library needs. Thank you for your understanding.
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Published:
Wednesday, April 30, 2025 - 1:30pm
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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Published:
Monday, April 28, 2025 - 10:00am
Ancaster Branch - Temporary Closure, May 5-31
From Monday, May 5 to Saturday, May 31, the Ancaster Branch will be temporarily closed due to a roof and HVAC replacement. During this time, service hours will be available at the Ancaster Rotary Centre, 385 Jerseyville Road West, Ancaster. The last day to pick up your Holds is Thursday, May 1st. Thank you for your understanding.
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Published:
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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Published:
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
Sherwood Branch - Basement Renovation
The first phase of renovations continues at the Sherwood Branch. During this time, noise disruptions may occur throughout the branch due to a basement renovation. Parking, access to the building, and collections will not be affected. Thank you for your patience. www.hpl.ca/sherwood
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Published:
Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:15am
In Memory of Donations
Ball, Shirley
- donated by Unifor Local 504, 2014
- donated by Jan Keeton and Stephen McBride, 2014
Baker, Annie
- donated by Ellen Ryan, 2007
Bernard, Stephen
- donated by Three Wishes Program, St. Joseph's Healthcare, 2014
Bierd, Leigh
- donated by Audrey and Warren Turner, 2014
Beal, Margaret
- donated by Gary and Audrey Knox, 2007
Blythe, Casey O.
- donated by Ethel Pell, 2007
Brennian, Wanda
- donated by Alice's Bookworms, 2007
Brown, Derek S.
- donated by Irene Brown, 2007
Bethune, Laura
- donated by Kathleen Wise and Jean Wise, 2013
Branston, Ross Harvey
- donated by Jim and Sylvia Reiser, 2013
Baker, Earl Addison
- donated by Jim and Sylvia Reiser, 2012
Barton, Eric and Marg
- donated by David Simpson, 2012
Blain, Dorothy Herriot
- donated by Jim and Sylvia Reiser, 2012
Buchinski, William
- donated by Jim and Sylvia Reiser, 2012
Budjak, Alice Jean
- donated by Jim and Sylvia Reiser, 2011
Beresch, Ms.
- donated by Lorraine Flynn, 2010
Bethune, Marshall
- donated by Jean Wise, 2010
- donated by Kathleen M. Wise, 2010
Bullard, Irene
- donated by Alexandra Y. Semeniuk, 2010
Barbadero, Carla
- donated by Maureen McKeating, 2009
Brown, Marianne Joyce
- donated by Jim and Sylvia Reiser, 2009
Bamford, Margaret E.
- donated by Ted and Shirley Hmiel, 2008
Benedetti, Ugo
- donated by Jim and Sylvia Reiser, 2008
Berry, Harold WWII
- donated by Ethel Pell, 2008
Bockie, Marvin James
- donated by Jim and Sylvia Reiser, 2008
Bourns, Marion Harriet
- donated by Bobbi Biggs, Anne Porteous, Deborah Davidson, Mary Allan, 2008
- donated by Susan and Jim Downey, 2008
- donated by Barbara and Karl Freeman, 2008
- donated by Charles and Lorna Johnston, 2008
- donated by Dr. Ross and Joyce Judd, 2008
Buchinski, Diana Joan
- donated by Jim and Sylvia Reiser, 2008
Bushell, Betty Ann
- donated by Nancy Martin, 2015
