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.
Central Library - Fire Drill
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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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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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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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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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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
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Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:30am
Binbrook Grand Opening
Join us as we hold the Grand Opening of our Binbrook Branch.
10:15am to 10:45am - Family Storytime
11:00am to 11:20am - Remarks & Refreshments:
Brief remarks by:
- Mayor Fred Eisenberger
- Councillor Brenda Johnson, Ward 11
- Paul Takala, CEO & Chief Librarian
- Lori-Anne Spence-Smith, Hamilton Public Library Board Chair
- Carol Wilkinson, Binbrook Branch Manager
11:00am to 12:45pm - Makerspace demonstrations featuring image digitization and video conversion
11:00am to 1:00pm & 2:00pm to 3:00pm - Greenscreen Magic. Step back into Binbrook's history and put yourself into one of three historical pictures. All ages.
1:00pm to 3:00pm - A variety of programs happening.
- LEGOmania: Put your imagination to the test.
- Introduction to Ozobots: Learn how to program a mini robot using block coding. Limit: 10 children at a time.
- Button Making: Design it. Wear it.
All programs will be offered in the program room. Choose your station and have fun.
