Digital microfilm readers are not available at Central library branch until further notice. We're working on a repair. In the meantime a single analog reader is available in the Local History and Archives Reading Room
Digital Microfilm Readers Are Currently Unavailable
Published:
Monday, May 25, 2026 - 12:00pm
SmartPay Service Not Available
HPL's online payment service is not working. We aim to restore it quickly. Apologies for the inconvenience.
Published:
Friday, May 22, 2026 - 2:15pm
Bookmobile Service Modification
Due to Driver availability, Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for the month of June. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Bookmobile Service June Modifications
Tuesday, June 2:
- McMaster University - Cancelled
Friday, June 5:
- Winona - Cancelled
- Queen Victoria - Cancelled
Saturday, June 6:
- All Regular Sites are Cancelled due to a Special Event
Published:
Friday, May 22, 2026 - 12:00pm
Central Library: Children's Area Renovation on 2nd Floor
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.
Published:
Monday, March 23, 2026 - 9:00am
Sherwood Branch: Renovations
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.
Published:
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 1:00pm
June is Indigenous History Month
Indigenous History Month at HPL
June is National Indigenous History Month and June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day, a time to honour the history, heritage and diversity of Indigenous peoples in Canada. Learn and celebrate with HPL’s collections, programs and events.
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Celebrate the heritage, culture and contributions of Indigenous Peoples through HPL's catalogue.
Cut and Create: A Collage Workshop - In-Branch Program
Monday June 15
5:30-7:30pm
Red Hill Branch
Create original artwork in this 90-minute collage workshop led by Anishinaabe artist, Albany Sutherland.
Noon Hour Concert - Keith Silver: Guitar, Voice
Friday June 19
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central Library
Keith Silver takes the stage in Central Library's Living Room. From the Six Nations of the Grand River territory, Keith Silver's music is rich and soulful.
Cookbook Club - The Sioux Chef's Indigenous Kitchen by Sean Sherman
Thursday June 25
3:00-4:00pm
Red Hill Branch
Level up your cooking and baking skills. Choose a recipe, prepare it at home and share your experience with fellow home chefs.
Waterdown Tween Book Club - Air Heist by Cheryl Isbister
Monday June 29
6:30pm-7:30pm
Waterdown Branch
Chat about this month’s title, Air Heist by Cheryl Isbister, and meet friends.
Celebrate the heritage, culture and contributions of Indigenous Peoples through HPL's catalogue.
More Resources from the Government of Canada
National Indigenous History Month
Indigenous Arts, Culture and Heritage
Indigenous Peoples and Communities
