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Phishing Statement

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.

Publish Date:

Wednesday, March 29, 2023 - 8:00am

Wi-Fi Unavailable at Red Hill Branch

The Wi-Fi is not working at the Red Hill Branch. Staff is working diligently to resolve the problem.

Affected Branch:

Red Hill Branch

Nearest Branches:

Kenilworth Branch

Saltfleet Branch

Publish Date:

Tuesday, March 28, 2023 - 6:00pm

Barton Branch Makerspace

The iMac at the Barton Branch Makerspace is currently unavailable. We are working to resolve this issue.

Affected Branch:

Barton Branch

Nearest Branches:

Central Library

Kenilworth Branch

Publish Date:

Tuesday, March 28, 2023 - 2:00pm

Holds Processing and Delivery Delays

Holds processing and deliveries to Branches will be delayed for the next week due to Staff capacity.
We are working to move materials as quickly as possible. Thank you for your patience.

Publish Date:

Tuesday, March 21, 2023 - 1:45am

News Archive

HPL Reveals the 2022 Hamilton Reads Title

HAMILTON, ON – May 12, 2022 – First Canada issued a resounding well done for author Norma Dunning’s short story collection Tainna: The Unseen Ones. Now it’s Hamilton’s turn to do the same.

The winner of the 2021 Governor General Literary Award for Fiction is this year’s Hamilton Reads choice.

Indigenous Market Launches at Hamilton Public Library

HAMILTON, ON – May 9, 2022 – Regional Indigenous artists and makers are setting up shop at Central Library on dedicated Saturdays starting in May with the launch of the Indigenous Market at HPL.

Browse and buy one-of-a-kind handcrafted items, from jewelry to ceramics, leatherwork and literature every second and third Saturday, May through December. Each market features a new set of creators and by year end will showcase merchandise from more than 30 artists and makers.

Have Library Card Will Travel, with Free Child’s PRESTO Card

HAMILTON, ON – February 18, 2022 – Oh, the places you’ll go with Hamilton Public Library. A free child’s PRESTO card joins the growing list of perks that come with a HPL library card. The card enables children ages 6-12 to ride for free on HSR and Accessible Transportation Services (DARTS). Head to any HPL branch to get a free PRESTO card until supplies last.

Starting Friday, February 18, hop on board by following these three easy steps:

Hamilton Public Library Celebrates Black History Month

HAMILTON, ON – January 28, 2022 – Throughout February, Hamilton Public Library (HPL) honours Black history, culture and the legacy of Black Canadians with a lineup of author talks, concerts, activity sheets, reading lists and more. Full details are at hpl.ca/black-history-month.

HCA Partners with Local Libraries

HAMILTON, ON – January 18, 2022 – Hamilton Conservation Authority (HCA) is excited to announce a new partnership with the Hamilton Public Library, Grimsby Public Library, and Wellington County Library. HCA has provided membership passes to these library systems, giving library patrons the opportunity to visit HCA areas, free.

Send a Postcard to Someone Special

HAMILTON, ON – December 8, 2021 – Send a handwritten message on the back of a picturesque postcard and bring a long-lasting smile to a resident living in a local long-term care home.

Phishing Statement

Wi-Fi Unavailable at Red Hill Branch

Barton Branch Makerspace

Holds Processing and Delivery Delays

News Archive

HPL Reveals the 2022 Hamilton Reads Title

Indigenous Market Launches at Hamilton Public Library

Have Library Card Will Travel, with Free Child’s PRESTO Card

Hamilton Public Library Celebrates Black History Month

HCA Partners with Local Libraries

Send a Postcard to Someone Special

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