Carlisle Branch has no power. The branch is open but the computers are not working. Power is expected to be restored around 2:30 p.m.
Carlisle Branch Without Power
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Published:
Saturday, November 15, 2025 - 1:00pm
Barton Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order
The accessible washroom at Barton Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
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Saturday, November 15, 2025 - 9:15am
Large Format Printer Currently Unavailable
The Large Format Printer is not working at Dundas Branch. We aim to fix it as soon as possible.
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Friday, November 14, 2025 - 4:30pm
Bookmobile Service Modification
Please note the Bookmobile will be attending the following community events.
Saturday, November 15:
- Hamilton Santa Claus Parade, 2-4pm
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.
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Published:
Friday, November 14, 2025 - 1:00pm
Kenilworth Branch Reopening
Noise and limited parking continue at the Kenilworth Branch this week as renovations wrap up. Thank you for your understanding.
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Monday, October 27, 2025 - 3:00pm
Delayed Branch Openings
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
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
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Tuesday, October 7, 2025 - 2:00pm
Replacement and Damage Fees
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.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, September 11, 2025 - 3:00pm
Naming Opportunities Policy
Policy Purpose
To provide opportunity for public recognition of individuals or organizations that have made a lasting contribution to the development of library services in the City of Hamilton or significant financial donors.
Key Points Summary
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The naming of a room or facility in recognition of a significant contribution or financial donor is a decision that requires special consideration by the Library Board.
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Requests for naming a room after an individual or organization must be made to the Hamilton Public Library Board in writing for formal consideration.
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The Library Board may initiate the naming of a room in recognition of a significant financial contribution.
Policy Details
The naming of a room or facility in recognition of a significant financial donor or individual is a decision that requires special consideration by the Library Board of the value and benefits of such recognition and the suitability of the room or facility for such recognition purposes.
Recommendations for the naming of a room or facility after an individual may be considered to honour the individual’s contribution to the Hamilton Public Library; the naming of a room or facility may also be considered in recognition of a significant financial donation to the Hamilton Public Library.
Rooms or facilities named after the implementation date of this policy require a review by the Hamilton Public Library Board every five (5) years or earlier, at the request of the board, at which time Board approval will be required to renew the named room/facility.
