Ancaster Branch is closing early April 29 2025, due to a power outage. We aim to have it restored quickly.
Ancaster Branch - Closed due to Power Outage
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
Author Event: Karolyn Smardz Frost
Join us at the Central Library on Thursday, March 1st at 7:00pm , for a special event with as author Karolyn Smardz Frost reads from her book Steal Away Home.
Steal Away Home is a true story about the life of 15-year-old Cecelia Reynolds and how she escaped slavery in 1846. Cecelia Reynolds slipped away to freedom in Canada while her Kentucky owners were on holiday at Niagara Falls. Cecelia found a new life in Toronto's vibrant African American expatriate community. Her rescuer became her husband, a courageous conductor on the Underground Railroad helping other freedom-seekers reach Canada
Borrow Steal Away Home and some of the author’s other works
Thank you to a Different Drummer and HarperCollins Canada Ltd
