The accessibility door at Concession Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly.
On Thursday, May 15th the library will reopen with normal hours but with the following service limitations:
- 1st floor will be closed to the public
- Limited browsing collections of Express Adult Fic and Express DVD's will be available on the 2nd floor
- Holds pick up available on 2nd floor
- Reduced number of public computers available on 2nd floor
- Printing and Copying available on 2nd floor
- Seating capacity will be reduced during this time
- all 2nd floor Collections (Teen, Children, and Graphic Novels) will be available during the 1st floor renovations
- Parking, washroom and elevator access is not affected
Please refer to hpl.ca/events for up-to-date program listings. Most programs will continue as normal on the 2nd floor or in the basement. Appologies for any inconvienence.
All HPL Branches are closed on Friday, May 30 for Staff Professional Development Day. Bookmobile is off the road and Extended Access service is not available. Our Virtual Branch is open at hpl.ca. Regular service hours resume Saturday, May 31. Thank you for your understanding.
These Bookmobile visits are cancelled this month:
Thursday May 15: Rockton and Meadowlands
Friday, May 16: Huntington Park
Friday, May 30: Huntington Park, Winona, and Maplewood
These Bookmobile visits are shortened:
Thursday May 15: Mohawk Gardens 2-2:30pm
Thursday May 15: Bennetto, 4:30-5:30pm
All HPL Branches are closed on Sunday, May 18, and Victoria Day, Monday, May 19. Bookmobile is off the road. Extended Access and Study Hall services are not available. Our Virtual Branch is open at hpl.ca.
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.
From Monday, May 5 to Saturday, May 31, the Ancaster Branch will be temporarily closed due to a roof and HVAC replacement. During this time, service hours will be available at the Ancaster Rotary Centre, 385 Jerseyville Road West, Ancaster. The last day to pick up your Holds is Thursday, May 1st. Thank you for your understanding.
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.
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.

Public Sector Project Management Forum 2023
The Public Sector Project Management Forum (PSPMF) provides an opportunity for project practitioners in the broader public sector to network, collaborate, and share ideas in the interests of improving project management. This year's theme is Managing Change Through People. Join us for an engaging day of learning and networking.
Thursday October 19, 2023
Central Library, 55 York Blvd. (1st Floor, Hamilton Room)
Hamilton, Ontario
FORUM AGENDA
There are paid parking lots off York Boulevard and MacNab Street North.
Underground paid parking is also available off King Street (near Toby's Eats) to Jackson Square Mall.
8:00 am-8:40 am - Arrival and Registration
8:45 am-8:55 am - Welcome and Opening Remarks
Thank you for registering. Registration closed October 9, 2023.
We look forward to seeing everyone on October 19!