Printing is not working at Ancaster Branch. We aim to fix it as soon as possible.
The accessible washroom at Sherwood Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
Starting Monday, April 27 until May 4, non-partner community organizations are encouraged to participate in a short survey. HPL would like to learn how the Library Card Access Pilot Project and the toxic drug crisis in general affect non-partner organizations. Please note that the survey is not anonymous. Start now at www.hpl.ca/non-partner-survey.
Due to software maintenance, HPL library's catalogue, online services and library accounts will not be available between 9am and 7pm on Monday, May 18. Thank you for your patience.
Due to Staff training, Central Library will close from 11am to Noon on Tuesday, May 5. You may visit Locke and Barton Branches as the next nearest locations for your library needs. Thank you for your patience.
Renovations are expected to be completed by May 7. Construction repairs and noise may impact your next visit. Thank you for your understanding.
Due to Staff training, Mount Hope Branch will have a delayed opening of 2 pm on Monday, May 4. You may visit Turner Park Branch as the next nearest location for your library needs. Thank you for your patience.
Renovations are currently underway for the 2nd floor Central Children's Area. Programs are still being offered as scheduled and there is a temporary pop-up Children’s Area on the northeast side of the 2nd floor (near the Piano Room), including access to collections and train tables. Construction is expected to be completed by late Spring. Thank you for your patience during this time.
As of Monday, March 2, Sherwood Branch's 2nd floor is closed due to renovations. Makerspace, Children and Teen's collection are temporarily available on the 1st floor. All programs will be held in the basement program room. Renovations are expected to be completed in late Spring. Thank you for your patience.
Library Event for Teens Launches
HAMILTON, ON – September 20, 2018 – Hamilton Public Library and Telling Tales invite teen fans of all things literary to Central Library on Sunday September 23 from 2-4pm for the first Teen Tales.
Telling Tales is a Canadian, not-for-profit organization committed to inspiring a love of reading and raising awareness of the importance of literacy in communities.
Authors and poets such as Melanie Florence, Richard Scrimger, Heather Smith, Vicki VanSickle (a Red Maple Winner) and Hamilton Youth Poets converge at Central to talk about creative writing in a variety of workshops. There’s also a book swap to find your next read.
Admission is free. The event schedule is available online.
What: Teen Tales
Who: Best-Selling Authors and local poets
When: Sunday September 23, 2018, 2-4pm
Where: Central Library, 55 York Boulevard, Hamilton ON
Plan your route with Google Maps
About Hamilton Public Library
The Hamilton Public Library is a vibrant hub for information and culture, providing our diverse community the Freedom to Discover. Discover something new at our 22 locations, two bookmobiles, or through our extensive digital collections. We have books, music, DVDs, video games and programs for all ages; including our Visiting Library Service, for those who can't make it in to our branches. Since 1914, Hamilton Public Library has been collecting and preserving Hamilton's history. Local History & Archives continues to tell our residents' stories. Visit us online at hpl.ca. Connect with us on Twitter @hamiltonlibrary and Facebook at HamiltonPublicLibrary.
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Media Contact
Shelley McKay
Communications Manager
Hamilton Public Library
w. 905.546.3200 x5934
smckay@hpl.ca







