The computer lab on the 1st floor is currently out of order. There are limited public computers available on the 2nd floor. Printing and photocopying are still available. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Sherwood Branch - Public Computers
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Wednesday, June 11, 2025 - 11:00am
Carlisle Branch Accessibile Washroom Out of Order
The accessible washroom at Carlisle Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
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Tuesday, June 10, 2025 - 12:00pm
Sunday Hours - Modified Service, June 22
Due to day-long IT maintenance (7am-5pm), the following branches are closed on Sunday, June 22: Central Library, Dundas, Red Hill, Terryberry, Turner Park, Valley Park and Waterdown. Sunday service hours resume on Sunday, June 29.
Please note that the HPL catalogue, Library accounts, and online resources will not be available during this time frame. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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Wednesday, June 4, 2025 - 3:00pm
Westdale Branch - Delayed Opening
Due to Staff training, the Westdale Branch will open at 10am on Monday, June 16. You may visit Central Library and the Dundas Branch as your next nearest locations for your library needs. Thank you for your patience.
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Tuesday, June 3, 2025 - 2:15pm
Terryberry Branch Elevator Out of Order
The parking lot elevator at Terryberry Branch is not working. Members will need to use the accessible ramp at the Mohawk entrance and the inner elevator. We're working to get it fixed quickly.
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Published:
Saturday, May 31, 2025 - 1:00pm
Public Computers - Audio Volume
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.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
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Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 4:00pm
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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Friday, May 23, 2025 - 4:30pm
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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Monday, April 28, 2025 - 10:00am
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
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Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:30am
Murder Victims
Parrott, Bridget
- Born circa 1839, Died 1899
Perri, Bessie (Starkman)
- Died 1930
Perry, William A.
- Born 1907, DIed 1958
Pentilchuk Family
- Died 1962
Paddon Family
- Died 1967
Pepper, Keith
- Born circa 1965, Died 1967
Piarina, Anna
- Born circa 1910, Died 1974
Piarina, Pasquale
- Born circa 1906, Died 1974
Parker, Robert James
- Born circa 1952, Died 1975
Porterfield, Melanie
- Born circa 1957, Died 1977
Prowse, Michael
- Born circa 1960, Died 1978
Paquette, Claude
- Died 1979
Palango, John
- Born circa 1951, Died 1981
Paraszczuk, Patricia
- Born circa 1956, Died 1982
Pham, Thien Minh
- Born circa 1952, Died 1985
Piche, David
- Born circa 1945, Died 1985
Perrin, Beverly Ann
- Born circa 1934, Died 1989
Piccolo Family
- Died 1996
Papalia, John
- Born circa 1924, Died 1997
Purssord, William
- Born circa 1980, Died 2002
Phillips, Ellisse
- Born circa 1981, Died 2003
Porter, Jason
- Born circa 1977, Died 2003
Page, Jean Paul
- Born circa 1975, Died 2004
Parler, Nadine
- Born circa 1972, Died 2008
Pal, Ferenc
- Born circa 1960, Died 2008
Padvaiskas, Dustin
- Born circa 1990, Died 2011
Pereira, David
- Born circa 1997, Died 2013
