The computer lab on the 1st floor at the Sherwood Branch is currently out of order. There are limited public computers available on the 2nd floor. Printing and photocopying is still available. We are working to resolve as soon as possible.
Sherwood Branch Public Computer Service Disruption
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Friday, June 6, 2025 - 10:00am
Sunday Hours - Modified Service, June 22
Due to day-long IT maintenance (7am-5pm), the following branches are closed on Sunday, June 22: Central Library, Dundas, Red Hill, Terryberry, Turner Park, Valley Park and Waterdown. Sunday service hours resume on Sunday, June 29.
Please note that the HPL catalogue, Library accounts, and online resources will not be available during this time frame. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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Wednesday, June 4, 2025 - 3:00pm
Westdale Branch - Delayed Opening
Due to Staff training, the Westdale Branch will open at 10am on Monday, June 16. You may visit Central Library and the Dundas Branch as your next nearest locations for your library needs. Thank you for your patience.
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Tuesday, June 3, 2025 - 2:15pm
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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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
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Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 4:00pm
Sherwood Branch - Temporary Closure
As the 1st floor renovation wraps up, the Sherwood Branch will be closed on Thursday, June 5, to reset the spaces. Service hours will resume on Friday, June 6. Thank you for your patience.
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Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 11:00am
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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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.
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Monday, April 28, 2025 - 10:00am
Central Library - Microfilm Machine
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.
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Thursday, April 10, 2025 - 3:30pm
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
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Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:30am
Literary Events
- Locke Branch
- 285 Locke Street South Hamilton ON
Fifth Avenue Glamour Girl by Renee Rosen
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Terryberry Branch
- 100 Mohawk Road West Hamilton ON
Gnome Is Where Your Heart Is by Casey Lyall
Chat about your favourite titles, discover new ones and meet friends.
- Stoney Creek Branch
- 777 Highway 8 Stoney Creek ON
After the Flood by Kassandra Montag
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
All You Can Kill by Pasha Malla
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Ancaster Branch
- 300 Wilson St East Hamilton ON
Chat about your favourite titles, discover new ones and meet friends.
Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren
Read and discuss books, eBooks and eAudiobooks with fellow book lovers in this online program.
- Binbrook Branch
- 2641 Regional Road 56 Binbrook ON
Moon of the Turning Leaves by Waubgeshig Rice
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
The Long Call by Ann Cleeves
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Locke Branch
- 285 Locke Street South Hamilton ON
French Exit - A Tragedy of Manners by Patrick deWitt
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Red Hill Branch
- 695 Queenston Road Hamilton ON
Bel Canto by Ann Patchett
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Kenilworth Branch
- 103 Kenilworth Avenue North Hamilton ON
Tom Lake: A Novel by Ann Patchett
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
Revenge of the Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
The Remains of the Day by Kazuo Ishiguro
Chat about books at Merit Brewing, 107 James St N.
- Red Hill Branch
- 695 Queenston Road Hamilton ON
Prophet Song by Paul Lynch
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
The Last Garden in England by Julia Kelly
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Carlisle Branch
- 277 Carlisle Road Carlisle ON
We Solve Murders by Richard Osman
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
The Curse of Eelgrass Bog by Mary Averling
Chat about your favourite titles, discover new ones and meet friends.
The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn
Read and discuss books, eBooks and eAudiobooks with fellow book lovers in this online program.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
What Have You Done? by Shari LaPena
If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.
