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 Closed - Victoria Day
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
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
Sherwood Branch - Basement Renovation
The first phase of renovations will begin at the Sherwood Branch from April 10 to May 2. 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:
Monday, April 7, 2025 - 8:30am
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
Murder Victims
Thomas, Donna
- Born 1975, Died 1975
Taylor, Howard
- Born circa 1959, Died 1979
Turner, John Vernon
- Born circa 1958, Died 1980
Turner, James
- Born circa 1949, Died 1982
Thompson, Cindy Lee
- Born 1938, Died 1983
Thompson, Alfonzo Donovan
- Born circa 1952, Died 1986
Thorne, Maurice
- Born circa 1941, Died 1988
Thompson, Jeffrey Carl
- Born circa 1967, Died 1989
Taylor, Arnold
- Born circa 1928, Died 1991
Thompson, Nancy Anne
- Born circa 1948, Died 1992
Tombolini, Susan
- Died 1993
Thai, Luong Min
- Died 1997
Thurston, William Sherwood
- Born circa 1948, Died 1999
Tobin, Ron
- Born circa 1976, Died 2002
Taylor, Angela
- Born circa 1973, Died 2005
Tuncer, Muruwet
- Born circa 1968, Died 2009
Tatti, Bonnie
- Born 1965, Died 2010
Terry, Bill
- Born circa 1941, Died 2010
Tran, Xuyen
- Born circa 1960, Died 2011
