Printing, Photocopying and Scanning Unavailable at Concession Branch

Printing and photocopying are not working at Concession Branch. We're working to get these working again as soon as possible.

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Published:
Monday, July 28, 2025 - 4:45pm
All Branches Closed for Civic Holiday

All branches close on Sunday, August 3, 2025 and August 4, 2025 for the Civic Holiday. This includes branches with Extended Access.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Monday, July 28, 2025 - 10:30am
Heat Warning Notification for the City of Hamilton

Heat Warning for the City of Hamilton.

Significant heat and humidity will arrive on July 27.

For information about heat-related illnesses, cool place locations and reducing your risk, visit hamilton.ca.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Sunday, July 27, 2025 - 11:00am
Modified Bookmobile Service 

The following Bookmobile visits are modified on:

Tuesday, July 29

  • Riverdale - Cancelled
  • McMaster - Holds drop off only
  • Greencedar - Rescheduled to 4:30-5:00pm

Wednesday, July 30

  • Swansea and Helen Detwiler - Cancelled

Thursday, July 31

  • Bennetto and Kinsmen - Cancelled

Friday, August 1

  • Winona Park - Cancelled

 

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Published:
Friday, July 25, 2025 - 9:30am
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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Published:
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
Published:
Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 4:00pm
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.

Published:
Friday, May 23, 2025 - 4:30pm

Summer Reading Club 2025

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A summer of fun activities, events and giveaways awaits with this year’s travel-themed Summer Reading Club.

Register in person or online, pick up a tracker at any HPL branch and start reading! Complete fun activities and earn stickers and prizes.

 


Scout Adventuring in space

READING ADVENTURES

Dive into a world of stories with interactive programs that spark imagination through reading, writing and storytelling for all ages.


Bowling pins in space

FUN AND GAMES

Challenge your mind and have a blast with exciting games, hands-on activities and the latest in cool tech and gadgets.


Scout Floating through space

SPECIAL GUESTS AND EVENTS

Get up close with amazing animal visitors, be dazzled by magical performances or explore science in action with thrilling experiments.


Movies and Popcorn

MOVIES AND MUSIC

Relax with feel-good family films, groove to live music from local kids' performers or explore rhythm and sound with fun, hands-on instruments.


Painting a planet

ART, SCIENCE AND TECH

Express your creativity with arts and crafts, experiment in our Makerspace, and explore the wonders of science, math and the stars.

 


Reading Buddies

READING BUDDIES

Boost your reading confidence with help from a friendly Reading Buddy. Kids ages 6–12 can enjoy reading support through games and playful learning.

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TEEN PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES
 

Get creative and take charge! Whether it’s designing your own zine, competing in trivia challenges, learning digital skills or hanging out in a space that’s just for teens. 

Unleash your creativity and enter the 31st Power of the Pen writing competition for a chance to win in poetry or short story categories.

 

Events and Programs

View our What’s Happening Guide for a complete list of programs by age group.