Extended Access at Freelton Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly. Apologies for the inconvenience.
The Large Format Printer is not working at Dundas Branch. We aim to fix it as soon as possible.
Please note the Bookmobile will be attending the following community events.
Saturdays, November 22 and 29:
- Hess Village Winter Market, 10:30am-4:30pm
- Regular Saturday Visits cancelled for both dates.
Saturday, December 6:
- Stoney Creek Santa Claus Parade 2-4pm
- Millgrove Visit is cancelled.
Noise and limited parking continue at the Kenilworth Branch this week as renovations wrap up. Thank you for your understanding.
The following locations will open later than scheduled to allow for Staff training drills.
Monday, November 24
Mount Hope, 2pm
Thursday, November 27
Stoney Creek, 10am
Please visit nearby branches. www.hpl.ca/hours
Bring back your borrowed library items (due Oct 1 or later) within 28 days to avoid a replacement or lost fee. We'll remove the fee when you bring back your overdue items.
100 books for Early Readers
You are your child's first teacher. You are their best teacher. Your child's learning starts at birth.
To help support early literacy at home, we've created this list of some of our favourite books to enjoy with your child during their first five years.
Rediscover classics, explore something new, and read what you love.
Check out our catalogue and request these titles. We have grouped them by subject for you!
HPL also offers some of the titles in French:
You can download and print the 100 Books to Read Before Starting Kindergarten brochure or pick up a copy at your local branch.







