Valley Park Branch is closed Wednesday morning May 28 due to a nearby water main break. We apologize for the inconvenience and aim to reopen as soon as possible.
Concession Branch's children's department will be closed on the morning of Monday, June 2nd for minor repairs. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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.
The Sherwood Branch has following service limitations due to construction:
- 1st Floor closed to the public
- 2nd Floor collections (teen, children, and graphic novels) available
- 2nd Floor: Limited browsing of Express Adult Fic and Express DVDs
- Holds pickup on the 2nd Floor
- Reduced number of public computers on 2nd Floor
- Printing and copying available on 2nd Floor
- Seating is reduced
- Parking, washroom and elevator access available
Please refer to hpl.ca/events for up-to-date program listings. Most programs will continue as normal on the 2nd Floor or in the basement.
All HPL Branches are closed on Friday May 30 for Staff Development. Bookmobile is off the road and Extended Access is not available. HPL's online card registration, catalogue and eResources are not available until 5pm due to scheduled maintenance. All branches reopen Saturday May 31.
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.
Until Saturday May 31, the Ancaster Branch is temporarily relocated to the Ancaster Rotary Centre, 385 Jerseyville Road West, Ancaster. The Wilson Street branch is closed for a roof and HVAC replacement and is expected to reopen on Monday June 2 at 9am.
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.
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.
Makerspaces
Collaborative creative spaces
Please note that 3D printing services are unavailable on Sundays. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Available Services at Central Library
Photo Studio, Game Studio, Vinyl Printer, Embroidery Machine, Button Maker, Cricut, Large Format Printer.
Available Services at other HPL Branch Makerspaces (Excluding Central Library)
Photo/Sound Studios, Large Format Printers (at available locations), Embroidery Machine and Sewing/Serger Machines (at available locations), Button Makers, Cricut (at available locations).
Services NOT AVAILABLE at all Locations
iMacs/Media Labs, Digitization Equipment (VHS, audio cassette, flatbed scanners).
Bookings are available for select Makerspace services. Contact HPL staff at 289-779-7588 to book or email your questions to askus@hpl.ca.
Contact HPL at 289-779-7588 or email your questions to askus@hpl.ca.