Ancaster Branch Accessible Door Out of Order

The accessibility door at Ancaster Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly.

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Saturday, November 8, 2025 - 9:45am
Concession Branch: Children's Area Renovations

Concession Branch's children area is closed for renovations. Please use the temporary space. Public computers are also affected. There are currently three available. We aim to have the branch back in order as soon as possible.

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Published:
Friday, November 7, 2025 - 9:30am
Odour at Carlisle Branch

Members visiting the Carlisle Branch may notice an unpleasant odour. We are working to identify the source and hope to resolve the issue as soon as possible.

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Thursday, November 6, 2025 - 5:30pm
Network Maintenance - Wednesday, November 12

HPL's WiFi, Catalogue and online resources will undergo network maintenance on Wednesday, November 12 from 5-8am. We apologize for the inconvenience.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, November 6, 2025 - 8:00am
Kenilworth Branch Reopening

Noise and limited parking continue at the Kenilworth Branch this week as renovations wrap up. Thank you for your understanding.

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Published:
Monday, October 27, 2025 - 3:00pm
Delayed Branch Openings 

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

Monday, November 10 
Concession Branch, 10am

Thursday, November 13
Binbrook Branch, 10am

Friday, November 14
Valley Park Branch, 10am

Monday, November 24
Mount Hope, 2pm

Thursday, November 27
Stoney Creek, 10am

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
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

Books And Writing Events

By the Sea by Abdulrazak Gurnah

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

In-Branch Program

Share your recent reads and get recommendations for your next book.

In-Branch Program

A welcoming, low-pressure writing space, whether you’re drafting your next novel or journaling for personal growth.

In-Branch Program

Create a zine at this drop-in workshop.

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

A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas

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

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.

Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid

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

In-Branch Program

Learn how to write a memoir through published excerpts, writing principles and writing practice.

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.
Practice writing skills and network with other writers.
Join a fun interactive program for adults with disabilities.
Join a fun interactive program for adults with disabilities.

Home for the Holidays by Anna Olsen

Level up your cooking and baking skills. Choose a recipe, prepare it at home and share your experience with fellow home chefs.

Pageboy by Elliot Page

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.