Locke Branch Washrooms Out of Order

The washrooms at Locke Branch are not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.

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Affected Branch: Locke Branch

Nearest Branches:

Central Library

Terryberry Branch

Westdale Branch

Published:

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 - 12:30pm

Bookmobile Stops Cancelled

The Bookmobile visit at Huntington Park (11am-Noon) on Friday, July 11, is cancelled. Service is expected to resume the following week. We apologize for the inconvenience.

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Affected Branch: Bookmobile

Nearest Branches:

Bookmobile

Bookmobile Stop:

Huntington Park

Published:

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 - 12:00pm

Central Library - Fourth Floor Special Event, July 12

Central Library's Fourth Floor is hosting Steel Town Love Festival on Saturday, July 12 from 11am-4pm. Makerspace and Newcomer Learning Centre will remain open. Floors 1-3 are available for Members to use as study and work spaces instead.

www.hpl.ca/central

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Affected Branch: Central Library

Nearest Branches:

Barton Branch

Concession Branch

Locke Branch

Published:

Monday, July 7, 2025 - 8:00am

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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Affected Branch: Terryberry Branch

Nearest Branches:

Central Library

Concession Branch

Locke Branch

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.

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Affected Branch: Mount Hope Branch

Nearest Branches:

Ancaster Branch

Terryberry Branch

Turner Park Branch

Published:

Friday, May 23, 2025 - 4:30pm

Makerspace Waiver

Fill out the Makerspace waiver below.

Name *

Last Name, First Name

Library Card Number *

Email

Provide your email address to receive a copy of the Digital Media Lab Waiver.

Date

Date *

Month

Day

Year

I am

I am *

14 years of age or older

a parent or guardian completing this agreement on behalf of a user who is under 14 years of age

Please read these conditions carefully

I agree to comply with the following Hamilton Public Library policies and guidelines:
I accept full responsibility for the space, equipment and furniture in the Makerspace during my session.
As the primary user, I will remain in the room at all times during my session.
I understand that if I fail to return equipment at the end of my session, overdue fees will apply and my checkout privileges will be suspended until items are returned.
I understand that I am responsible for the cost of repairs, replacements or cleaning if the space is damaged or equipment is missing or damaged.
I understand that replacement charges or large overdue fines will result in my library privileges being suspended until the library is reimbursed.
I understand that Makerspace computers are reserved for digital media projects and are not available for general computer use – i.e. email, social media, browsing etc.
I understand that this waiver will be in effect throughout the year indicated on the date above and that a new waiver needs to be completed each calendar year.
I understand that the Makerspace may be used for lawful purposes only and cannot be used to create content that is:
- Prohibited by provincial or federal law.
- Unsafe, harmful, dangerous or poses an immediate threat to the well being of others.
- Obscene or otherwise inappropriate for the Library environment.
- In violation of another's intellectual property rights; for example, the 3D printers and scanners may not be used to reproduce materials subject to copyright, patent or trademark protection.
As per the Technology and Internet Use Policy, anyone not adhering to this agreement or who willfully abuses or damages any computer or software will have their Library privileges suspended and will be legally and financially responsible for damages.

Agreement *

I understand the Makerspace Waiver conditions and agree to abide by them.*

_{Personal information contained on this form is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, 1990. MFIPPA\Regulations 29. The information collected will be used in the process of the library’s business. Questions regarding the collection and use of personal information can be directed to: Chief Librarian, Hamilton Public Library, P.O. Box 2700, Hamilton, ON L8N 4E4.}

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