The computer lab on the 1st floor at the Sherwood Branch is currently out of order. There are limited public computers available on the 2nd floor. Printing and photocopying is still available. We are working to resolve as soon as possible.
Sherwood Branch Public Computer Service Disruption
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Friday, June 6, 2025 - 10:00am
Sunday Hours - Modified Service, June 22
Due to day-long IT maintenance (7am-5pm), the following branches are closed on Sunday, June 22: Central Library, Dundas, Red Hill, Terryberry, Turner Park, Valley Park and Waterdown. Sunday service hours resume on Sunday, June 29.
Please note that the HPL catalogue, Library accounts, and online resources will not be available during this time frame. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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Wednesday, June 4, 2025 - 3:00pm
Westdale Branch - Delayed Opening
Due to Staff training, the Westdale Branch will open at 10am on Monday, June 16. You may visit Central Library and the Dundas Branch as your next nearest locations for your library needs. Thank you for your patience.
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Tuesday, June 3, 2025 - 2:15pm
Terryberry Branch Elevator Out of Order
The parking lot elevator at Terryberry Branch is not working. Members will need to use the accessible ramp at the Mohawk entrance and the inner elevator. We're working to get it fixed quickly.
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Saturday, May 31, 2025 - 1:00pm
Public Computers - Audio Volume
Please note that the audio volume levels on our public computers are having issues. The estimated time of disruption is unknown at this time. Thank you for your patience.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
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Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 4:00pm
Sherwood Branch - Temporary Closure
As the 1st floor renovation wraps up, the Sherwood Branch will be closed on Thursday, June 5, to reset the spaces. Service hours will resume on Friday, June 6. Thank you for your patience.
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Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 11:00am
Mount Hope Branch Accessibile Ramp Not Available
The accessibility ramp at Mount Hope Branch is damaged. The handrail is not available. The ramp will not be available while being repaired. We aim to fix it quickly.
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Friday, May 23, 2025 - 4:30pm
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
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
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
Lendporium
Your library card lets you borrow anything in our Lendporium, including parks passes, kits and devices. Explore and borrow away.
Items to Borrow
Aranet4 HOME sensor measures carbon dioxide (CO2) level, temperature, relative humidity and atmospheric pressure.
A collection of books, games and photographs to encourage conversations and pleasant reminiscing.
A backpack with binoculars and guidebooks for bird identification. A partnership with Hamilton Public Library and Birds Canada.
Free admission for you and your vehicle passengers (up to six people) into HCA sites year-round. Valid for one week.
Day-use entry to 10 parks and the Luther Marsh Wildlife Management Area during their operating seasons for up to six people in one vehicle (or walking/biking in as a group). It is not valid at Elora Quarry Conservation Area. Operating seasons vary by park. The card can only be used during all four seasons in participating areas
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The NaturePlus Pass provides access to Conservation Areas across the Niagara Peninsula watershed. It offers free entry for one vehicle and its occupants to parks where fees apply including Ball's Falls, Binbrook, Chippawa Creek, Long Beach, Rockaway.
Complimentary day-use access for one vehicle and its occupants at more than 100 provincial parks. Valid until posted hours of closing during the operating season. Visit ontarioparks.ca for a list of park operating dates and information on day use.
Free admission for up to four adults. Admission for children/students is always free. Valid for 14 days during AGH's regular operating hours.
Identifies the operating cost and amount of electricity used by plug-in devices around the home.
A reader that can play daisy discs (digital audio book for people with visual impairments) from the Centre for Equitable Library Access. May or may not accept materials loaded in from an SD card or connected to a USB cord.
