Fri, Aug 7:
The 11am-Noon Visit to Winona is Cancelled
The 3-4pm Visit to Queen Victoria Cancelled
Tues, Aug 18:
The 10:30-11am Visit to the Court at Rushdale is Cancelled
Sat, Aug 22:
Pride Hamilton (Visit Bookmobile 9:30am-4:30pm at Pier 4 Park - 64 Leander Dr.) - All Visits Cancelled (Stoney Creek Arena 10-11am, Riverdale 11:15am-12:15pm and Discovery Centre 2:30-4pm).
The accessible washroom at Kenilworth Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
As of Monday, August 31, new loan periods will come into effect to shorten the wait time for popular hold items.
DVD Express - 3 days
DVDs and Blu-rays - 7 days (fiction, children's and languages)
Magazines - 7 days
Bestseller Express - 14 days
DVDs and Blu-rays - 14 days (non-fiction and TV series)
Books - 21 days
Music/Books on CD and Children's Express - 21 days
Please visit www.hpl.ca/borrowing for more details.
After Hours Study Hall is not available in July and August. Hours will resume Tuesday, September 8. www.hpl.ca/study-halls
Make a splash this summer with Hamilton Public Library's Summer Reading Club.
Dive into a world of stories, creativity, discovery and fun. Chart your course through exciting books, earn prizes, attend free programs and explore new adventures all summer long. Whether you're riding the waves of a great story, creating something amazing, learning a new skill or meeting new friends, there's an ocean of fun waiting for you.
Register for Summer Reading Club
1. Register and Dive In
Sign up at any HPL Branch or Bookmobile stop beginning June 26 and get ready to make waves all summer long.
2. Grab Your Reading Tracker
Pick up a tracker at your local HPL Branch or download and print your own.
Download Reading Tracker
3. Chart Your Reading Course
Set your own reading goal, track your progress and complete activities throughout the summer. Visit the library, collect stickers and celebrate your achievements along the way.
Discover great stories and bring them to life through reading, writing and storytelling activities.
Experience exciting performances, fascinating visitors, and unforgettable events.
Featured Summer Opportunities
Code Club
Ready to learn something new this summer? Code Club introduces children to coding concepts through engaging activities and projects designed to make technology fun and accessible.
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Reading Buddies
Build confidence and strengthen reading skills with a friendly Reading Buddy. Children ages 6–12 can enjoy reading support through games, conversation, and playful learning with teen volunteers.
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Teen Programs
Arts, games, life skills and community programs that help teens connect, create, learn and explore new interests.
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French Language Programming
Stories, activities and creative experiences that help children and families explore and enjoy French language and culture.
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Plan your summer adventure with a guide to featured events, activities, reading challenges, and important dates.
Kids Activities
Stories, games, videos and hands-on activities that inspire reading, learning and creativity for children and families.
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Teens Activities
Creative activities, learning resources and entertainment that help teens explore new interests, build skills and succeed at school.
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Power of the Pen
Young writers and poets are invited to share their creativity through Hamilton Public Library's annual writing competition.
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Focus Forward Teen Photography Contest
Capture your summer adventures and showcase your creativity in HPL's Focus Forward Teen Photography Contest.
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Visit the Bookmobile
Bring Summer Reading Club with you and discover books, programs, and fun across Hamilton.
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