The accessible washroom at Ancaster Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
Ancaster Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order
Published:
Thursday, September 10, 2026 - 2:00pm
Concession Branch - Closed, September 9
Due to ongoing construction, Concession Branch will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, September 9. It will be reopen on Thursday, September 10.
Published:
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 - 3:00pm
Preview the New HPL.ca
We're excited to share a preview of the new HPL.ca before its official launch on September 15.
Explore the new site, discover updated navigation and get familiar with the improved online experience designed to make it easier to find Library services, programs, collections and information.
If you encounter an issue or have feedback, please let us know through our Contact Us page.
Published:
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 - 3:00pm
Kenilworth Branch - Parking Lot Not Available
Due to a fence replacement, the parking lot will be unavailable until Friday, September 11. Nearby street parking is available. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 - 2:00pm
Barton Branch - Construction in Area
Please note that Milton Avenue at Barton Street is under construction. Access to the parking lot is limited. Nearby street parking is available and an HSR route out front. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Monday, August 31, 2026 - 2:30pm
Print on the Go Currently Unavailable
The Print on the Go service is not working at all Branches. We aim to fix it as soon as possible.
Published:
Thursday, August 27, 2026 - 12:30pm
Delayed Openings and Closures
Due to Staff training, the following service modifications are planned.
- Red Hill: Friday, September 18, Delayed Opening of 10 am
- Central Library: Tuesday, September 29, Delayed Opening of 10 am
Visit www.hpl.ca/hours for open alternate locations.
Published:
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - 2:00pm
Bookmobile Schedule Modifications for September
Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for September:
Please visit www.hpl.ca/bookmobile for updates on service modifications.
Tuesday, September 8
- Strathcona - Cancelled
- McMaster - Cancelled
Thursday, September 10
- Rockton and Millgrove visits moved to Saturdays (Starting September 12)
Saturday, September 12
- Stoney Creek - Cancelled
- Riverdale - Cancelled
Thursday, September 17
- Mohawk Gardens - Cancelled
- Meadowlands - Cancelled
Friday, September 18
- Winona - Cancelled
- Queen Victoria - Cancelled
Published:
Monday, August 24, 2026 - 9:30am
The Public Library Research Symposium
Expanding Horizons: Shaping Public Library Knowledge and Practice Through Partnered Research
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 9am-4:30pm (Doors Open at 8am)
Central Library, 4th Floor
The Public Library Research Symposium brings together researchers, library science graduate program students and public library professionals for a one-day event at Hamilton Public Library’s Central Library, in partnership with McMaster’s Community Research Platform and Burlington Public Library.
Learn more about the Speaker Bios and the library-linked research sessions which will make for an engaging day of networking and learning.
Dr. Paulette Rothbauer - Keynote Guest Speaker
Topic: Public Libraries and Social Cohesion: What the Research Tells Us
Dr. Paulette Rothbauer holds a PhD in Library and Information Science from The University of Western Ontario where she is a Full Professor in the Faculty of Information & Media Studies. She is an expert on the role that libraries play in supporting an active reading culture in their communities. She is a passionate advocate for public libraries, has been studying and teaching about reading and libraries for over 25 years.
8:30am-9:00am Welcome breakfast and networking
9:00am-9:30am Formal welcome and introductions
9:30am-10:30am Keynote address: Dr. Paulette Rothbauer
10:45am-12:30pm Horizons in Focus: Community Research Platform Lightning Round
12:30pm-2:00pm Lunch and student poster showcase
2:00pm-3:15pm Topics on the Horizon: Transformative Challenges in Librarianship Panel
3:15pm-4:00pm Future Horizons: Community of Practice Development
4:00pm-4:30pm Closing conversations
Call for Student Abstracts! Submissions due October 10, 2025. Learn more details.
Questions? Please contact Sarah Gauthier, Central Information Services, at sgauthie@hpl.ca
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