Please note that the audio volume levels on our public computers are having issues. The estimated time of disruption is unknown at this time. Thank you for your patience.
Public Computers - Audio Volume
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 4:00pm
Sherwood Branch - Temporary Closure
As the 1st floor renovation wraps up, the Sherwood Branch will be closed on Thursday, June 5, to reset the spaces. Service hours will resume on Friday, June 6. Thank you for your patience.
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Published:
Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 11:00am
Concession Branch's Children's Department Closure for Repair
Concession Branch's children's department will be closed on the morning of Monday, June 2nd for minor repairs. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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Published:
Monday, May 26, 2025 - 2:15pm
Mount Hope Branch Accessibile Ramp Not Available
The accessibility ramp at Mount Hope Branch is damaged. The handrail is not available. The ramp will not be available while being repaired. We aim to fix it quickly.
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Published:
Friday, May 23, 2025 - 4:30pm
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
Published:
Monday, May 12, 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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Published:
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 and is expected to reopen on Monday June 2 at 9am.
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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
In Memory of Donations
Weaver, Agnes Elizabeth
- donated by Diane Kulikowski, 2012
Walker, Ann-Marie
- donated by Gary and Audrey Knox, 2011
Wallace, James
- donated by Jim and Sylvia Reiser, 2011
Wannamaker, James Jesse
- donated by Audrey Knox, 2011
Whitwell, Kenneth Clare
- donated by Jim and Sylvia Reiser, 2011
Waller, Dulce
- donated by Patricia Sheehan (nee Clark), 2009
Wark, Sarah Clare Vallbacka
- donated by Lauren Blankstein, 2009
Waters, Helen
- donated by Westdale Tuesday Book Club, 2009
- donated by Jean Wise, 2009
Weisz, Mischa
- donated by Jim & Sylvia Reiser, 2009
Wigle, Fritz
- donated by Marion Head, 2009
- donated by Anne H. Jones, 2009
- donated by Anne and Ted Farley, 2008
- donated by Brian Gage, 2008
- donated by Janet Horsnell, 2008
- donated by Doreen McKerracher, 2008
- donated by Stuart Mussells and Margot Daward, 2008
- donated by Joseph and Kathryn Patchett, 2008
- donated by Barbara Wilson, 2008
Waller, Dulce Elizabeth
- donated by Russ and Kathy Brown, 2008
- donated by David, Helen, and Margaret Holgate, 2008
- donated by the Maloch Family, 2008
- donated by Stephan and Justyna Nalezny, 2008
- donated by Robert T. Waller, 2008
Wigle, Francis E
- donated by Danielle Blanco and Patrick Herold, 2008
- donated by Bill and Ruth Bourque, 2008
- donated by Earlene and Lewis Clough, 2008
- donated by Coleford Investment Management Ltd., 2008
- donated by Joyce Fearnside, 2008
- donated by Fellow Board Members of the A.W.W.C.A., 2008
- donated by Alison Gibson, 2008
- donated by Alice Goldberg and Mary Goldberg, 2008
- donated by Marion J. Harrison, 2008
- donated by Anne, Rory and Elizabeth Jones, 2008
- donated by Mr. & Mrs. Mel Lawson, 2008
- donated by Colin S. Lazier, 2008
- donated by E. Shirley Macnamara, 2008
- donated by Mary and Doug McCallum, 2008
- donated by Joan E. McConnell, 2008
- donated by Edward J. Walzak, 2008
- donated by W.H. Watson Family, 2008
- donated by Seymour and Noreen Wigle, 2008
- donated by Murray and Effie York, 2008
Wingfield, Reginal Thomas
- donated by Jim and Sylvia Reiser, 2008
Wright, Mildred Viola
- donated by Jim and Sylvia Reiser, 2008
Wait, Wesley
- donated by Locke Street BIA, 2007
Wallace, Ted
- donated by Ted and Shirley Hmiel, 2007
Walker, Elizabeth (Betty)
- donated by Garry & Audrey Knox, 2016
