Extended Access at Freelton Branch Unavailable

Extended Access at Freelton Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly. Apologies for the inconvenience.

Published:
Friday, June 20, 2025 - 4:45pm
Study Halls - Summer Break Pause

Study Halls are taking a summer break after Thursday, June 26. The service will resume in early September. 

www.hpl.ca/study-halls

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, June 20, 2025 - 1:30pm
Sherwood Branch - Public Computers

The computer lab on the 1st floor is currently out of order. There are limited public computers available on the 2nd floor. Printing and photocopying are still available. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Published:
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 - 11:00am
Carlisle Branch Accessibile Washroom Out of Order

The accessible washroom at Carlisle Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.

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Affected Branch: Carlisle Branch
Published:
Tuesday, June 10, 2025 - 12:00pm
Sunday Hours - Modified Service, June 22

The following branches will be closed on Sunday June 22nd: Dundas, Red Hill, Terryberry, Turner Park, Valley Park, and Waterdown.

Central Library will remain open as a Cool Place from 12-5 pm, with limited service on the 1st floor only.
Regular Sunday hours resume June 29.

Published:
Wednesday, June 4, 2025 - 3:00pm
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
Turner Park Branch - Roof Repair

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.

Published:
Monday, April 28, 2025 - 10:00am
Phishing Scheme

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.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:30am

Steel Town Love - A Festival for Romance Readers and Writers

Steeltown Love

Saturday July 12 
11am-4pm
Central Library  

Hamilton's first festival dedicated to romance novels and the people who love them. 

Join other romance book enthusiasts at Hamilton Public Library for a day of swoon-worthy events, including author talks, signings, workshops, a vendor market and more.  

Register for your all-day pass.

Festival Activities

Reader's Lounge at the Hamilton Farmer's Market
11am - 2pm
Farmer’s Market

Take a break between author panels, browsing and our Meet Cute Market to chill out in our reader's lounge. Head to the Hamilton Farmers' Market to relax, read romance stories, colour, make buttons and chat.

 

The Meet-Cute Market
11am – 3pm
1st Floor Living Room
A curated market for romance readers to shop to their heart's delight.

 

Green Screen Fun - Star in Your Own Romance Book Cover
11am – 3pm
4th Floor Makerspace

Be the star in your own romance book cover using our green screen technology.

 

Cricut Design Space
11am – 3pm
4th Floor Makerspace

Create romance-themed crafts using the Cricut.

 

Epic Books will be selling books at the event on the fourth floor.

Workshops and Author Talks  

Writing Workshop: Farah Heron, Tropes and Vibes to Story and Plot  
11am – Noon  
1st Floor Wentworth Room 

A short-fiction workshop by Farah Heron, author of romance novels Accidentally Engaged, Just Playing House and The Chai Factor. 
Registration Required   

Author Talk: Uzma Jalaluddin in conversation with Farah Heron  
1pm – 2pm 
4th Floor 

The romance authors take readers behind the curtain of the genre they love, to discuss tropes, identities, book boyfriends and cross-genre writing. 

Author Panel: Jackie Lau, Kate Robb and Ellie K. Wilde 
2pm – 3pm  
4th Floor 

A discussion about the rise of the romance genre, favourite tropes to write about and how living in the GTA influences their books. Moderated by Jenn Houser aka @burlingtonbiblio.  

Author Signings
3pm – 4pm 
4th Floor 

Mix and mingle with local romance authors, purchase a copy of their book, and get it autographed.

Warmup Events 

Whet your appetite with meetups and book clubs leading up to the big event.  

Explore Our Romance Novel Collection 

Find your next literary crush with HPL’s romance booklist.