Ancaster Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order

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

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Published:
Friday, October 17, 2025 - 3:00pm
Central Library - 4th Floor Closure

Due to an all-day special event, the 4th Floor is closed on Saturday, October 25, from 8 am to 5 pm. Makerspace and Newcomer Learning Centre will remain open. Floors 1-3 are available for study and workspaces. www.hpl.ca/central

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Affected Branch: Central Library
Published:
Friday, October 17, 2025 - 11:00am
Delayed Branch Openings 

The following locations have upcoming delayed openings due to Staff training drills. 

Monday, October 20 
Ancaster Branch, 10 am 

Tuesday, October 21 
Central Library, 10 am 
Sherwood Branch, 10 am 

Thursday, October 23
Locke Branch, 10am

Thursday, October 30
Parkdale Branch, 9:30am

You may visit nearby Branches for your library needs. www.hpl.ca/hours

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Tuesday, October 7, 2025 - 2:00pm
Interlibrary Loan Service on Pause

Interlibrary Loan (ILLO) service will be temporarily paused starting Friday, September 26, due to continued negotiations between CUPW and Canada Post. We apologize for the inconvenience.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, September 26, 2025 - 1:00pm
Replacement and Damage Fees

Bring back your borrowed library items (due Oct 1 or later) within 28 days to avoid a replacement or lost fee. We'll remove the fee when you bring back your overdue items. 

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, September 11, 2025 - 3:00pm
Kenilworth Branch - Temporary Closure (Sept 2 - Oct 27)

Due to roof repair maintenance, the branch is temporarily closed until October 27. Please visit the Red Hill, Parkdale and Barton branches.

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Published:
Monday, August 11, 2025 - 8:00am

Books And Writing Events

In-Branch Program

A supportive forum for senior writers.

Saumiya Balasubramaniam

Creative writers in the Hamilton community who would like one-on-one input on a current project are welcome to make an appointment.

In-Branch Program

A supportive forum for aspiring writers.

Old Babes in the Wood: Stories by Margaret Atwood

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

In-Branch Program

A free, early intervention literacy program for neurodiverse students in Grades 2-8.

Club de lectura en Español para Niños

Sit back and relax as we read Spanish-language books aloud. Presented by AFH-Hamilton.

In-Branch Program

A free, early intervention literacy program for neurodiverse students in Grades 2-8.

In-Branch Program

Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest, confidence, and a love for reading.

The Great Believers by Rebecca Makkai

Chat about books at Relay Coffee Roasters at 27 King William St., Hamilton.

Hallowe'en Party by Agatha Christie

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

The Little Liar by Mitch Albom

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

In-Branch Program

Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest, confidence and a love for reading.

Favourite Scary Books

Chat about your favourite titles, discover new ones and meet friends.

In-Branch Program

A free, early intervention literacy program for neurodiverse students in Grades 2-8.

In-Branch Program

A free, early intervention literacy program for neurodiverse students in Grades 2-8.

The Shipping News by Annie Proulx

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
Professional editing advice for local authors with a writing project. Please make sure your manuscript is ready to submit before registering.

Where the Falcon Flies by Adam Shoalts

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

In-Branch Program

A free, early intervention literacy program for neurodiverse students in Grades 2-8.

In-Branch Program

A free, early intervention literacy program for neurodiverse students in Grades 2-8.