Ancaster Branch - Closed due to Power Outage

Ancaster Branch is closing early April 29 2025, due to a power outage. We aim to have it restored quickly.

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Published:
Tuesday, April 29, 2025 - 6:00pm
Internet outage at Valley Park Branch

The internet at Valley Park Branch is working intermittently. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Published:
Tuesday, April 29, 2025 - 5:00pm
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.

Published:
Monday, April 28, 2025 - 10:00am
Extended Access at Freelton Branch Unavailable

Extended Access at Freelton Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly. Apologies for the inconvenience.

Published:
Thursday, April 24, 2025 - 12:00pm
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.

www.hpl.ca/ancaster

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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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Affected Branch: Central Library
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

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

Spectator File S-2 Aug. 23, 1956-Aug. 1959

Aug. 23, 1956 - Aug. 1959

Aug. 23-24-25, 1956 Canadian Olympic Track and Field Trials

Aug. 20-30, 1956 Mayor's Convention

Sept. 1956 RCAF Women

Dec. 9-11, 1956 Progressive Conservative Meeting in Hamilton

1957 Curling for 1957

1957 Easter Seal Campaign

1957 Federal Election

1957 Miss Hamilton Contest

1957 Miss Canada Pageant

1957 Shuniah ship dredging harbour

Jan. 3, 1957 CPR Rail Strike

Jan. 31, 1957 Burlington Annex

Feb. 1957 Editor's Conference

March 19, 1957 Insert for store at Centre [includes Stratford Theatre construction]

May 1957 McMaster Convocation

July 26, 1957 Camp Ipperwash Cadets

Dec. 3, 1958 Civic election

1959 Miss Canada Pageant

Aug. 1959 Canusa Games