Please note the following service changes.
Saturdays
Riverdale (150 Violet Drive): 11:15 am-12:15 pm (previously stopped on Tuesdays at 11 am-12 pm)
Discovery Centre (Pier 8, Seasonal): 2:30-4 pm (new time)
Bookmobile Service Modifications
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Bookmobile Stop:
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Friday, January 9, 2026 - 10:00am
Terryberry Branch - Elevator Out of Order
The Branch is open today, Friday, January 9. Our elevator by the parking lot entrance is out of order.
To use our second elevator, enter through the Mohawk Road entrance (which features a ramp) and use the elevator located in the middle of the building. The estimated time of disruption is unknown. Thank you for your understanding.
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Published:
Friday, January 9, 2026 - 12:00am
Online Resources - Update
The following eResources have been recently discontinued in our HPL collections: Novelist, Summa, Summa Kids, and Northstar Digital Literacy. Please visit www.hpl.ca/articles/read-watch-listen for our full listing of online resources for your next read, watch, listen and/or learn.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
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Wednesday, January 7, 2026 - 11:00am
Waterdown Branch Accessible Door Out of Order
The accessibility door at Waterdown Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly.
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Published:
Tuesday, December 30, 2025 - 12:00pm
Printing Updates
Daily print balances for black and white and colour printing change January 2, 2026. The new daily print balance is 40 cents. Members receive four free black and white copies or two free colour copies.
Large format and vinyl printing pricing also change on January 2. Visit https://www.hpl.ca/makerspaces for updates.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
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Monday, December 22, 2025 - 2:00pm
Replacement and Damage Fees
Bring back your borrowed library items 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
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Thursday, September 11, 2025 - 3:00pm
Meet You at Central Library’s Makerfest This Saturday
HAMILTON, ON – November 6, 2025 — Wannabe and skilled creative types of all ages are welcome to convene at Central Library this Saturday for Makerfest, a one-day celebration of creativity, innovation and craftsmanship. The free event runs from 11am to 4pm on Nov 8.
“Makerfest brings together Hamilton’s creative energy in one inspiring space,” said Kat Drennan-Scace, Manager of Digital Technology Services at Hamilton Public Library. “It’s a celebration of hands-on learning, community connection and the innovative spirit that defines our city.”
Makerfest includes live demonstrations, interactive workshops, information tables and a curated vendor market featuring local, handmade creations. Attendees can learn about 3D printing, vinyl cutting, embroidery and audio recording in action, acquire new skills through hands-on sessions and browse items from local artisans.
Featured Partners: Art Aggregate | Exploriment | Hamilton Civic Museums | Hamilton Craft Studios | McMaster Engineering Community Outreach | McMaster Libraries | Rivers & Meadows | Squat{Places Collective} | Story Pop | YWCA Hamilton
Vendors: Art by Andrea | Beads & Things | Birdsong Witchery | Bright Side General | Buchanan Studios | Clowns in Cyberspace | Desire Line Design | Earrings By Margaret | Glass by Meysa | Mimi’s Bonnets | NQNSO | Seagauhl Sticker Hardly Know Her | Studio Beulah | Strokes and Stories | This Fragile World Photography | toadtype
