Printing and photocopying are not working at Dundas Branch. We're working to get these working again as soon as possible.
The accessibility door at Terryberry Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly.
Filming will take place near the Locke Branch from August 4 to 8, which will impact traffic flow and parking. We apologize for the inconvenience.
- East and West Side of Locke Street South
- North and South Side of Herkimer Street
- North and South Side of Stanley Avenue
On Monday, August 4, Civic Holiday, due to IT network maintenance, HPL's catalogue will be searchable, but Holds and Library accounts, as well as online resources, will not be available. However, WiFi will remain accessible. We apologize for the inconvenience.
The internet at Lynden Branch is not working. We aim to have it fixed quickly.
All branches close on Sunday, August 3, 2025 and August 4, 2025 for the Civic Holiday. This includes branches with Extended Access.
The following Bookmobile visits are modified on:
Thursday, July 31
- Bennetto and Kinsmen - Cancelled
Friday, August 1
- Winona Park - Cancelled
Monday, August 4 - All Bookmobile visits cancelled
Thursday, August 7
- Rockton 10:30-11:30 am - Moved to Rockton Elementary School 670 Hwy 8 (this date only)
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.
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.
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.
Love Letters to Hamilton

Join us for great conversation from local authors talking about Hamilton
Yardwork
- Learn about the benefits of nature and a portrait of a beloved space by Dr Daniel Coleman, Professor of Canadian Literature at McMaster University.
- Sat, Nov 4, 1pm Central
Conversation with Vince Agro and Paul Benedetti
- A conversation with Hamilton authors Vince Agro, The Good Doctor and In Grace's Kitchen: Memories and Recipes from an Italian-Canadian childhood and Paul Benedetti, You Can Have a Dog When I'm Dead.
- Sat, Nov 18, 1pm Central
Tip and Trade
- A light-hearted rant on our city's geography, history, culture and future from author Mark Coakley
- Sat, Nov 25, 2pm Central
Books are available for purchase and signing at all the events