Printing Unavailable at Ancaster Branch

Printing is not working at Ancaster Branch. We aim to fix it as soon as possible.

Published:
Thursday, April 30, 2026 - 5:30pm
Sherwood Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order

The accessible washroom at Sherwood Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.

Published:
Thursday, April 30, 2026 - 3:45pm
Central Library: Non-Partner Survey

Starting Monday, April 27 until May 4, non-partner community organizations are encouraged to participate in a short survey. HPL would like to learn how the Library Card Access Pilot Project and the toxic drug crisis in general affect non-partner organizations. Please note that the survey is not anonymous. Start now at www.hpl.ca/non-partner-survey.

Published:
Monday, April 27, 2026 - 9:30am
Software Maintenance - Victoria Day, Monday, May 18

Due to software maintenance, HPL library's catalogue, online services and library accounts will not be available between 9am and 7pm on Monday, May 18. Thank you for your patience.

Published:
Friday, April 24, 2026 - 9:00am
Central Library - Fire Drill, Tuesday, May 5, 11am

Due to Staff training, Central Library will close from 11am to Noon on Tuesday, May 5. You may visit Locke and Barton Branches as the next nearest locations for your library needs. Thank you for your patience.

Published:
Thursday, April 23, 2026 - 9:00am
Concession Branch - Renovations Underway

Renovations are expected to be completed by May 7. Construction repairs and noise may impact your next visit. Thank you for your understanding.

Published:
Monday, April 13, 2026 - 1:15pm
Mount Hope Branch - Delayed Opening, Monday, May 4

Due to Staff training, Mount Hope Branch will have a delayed opening of 2 pm on Monday, May 4. You may visit Turner Park Branch as the next nearest location for your library needs. Thank you for your patience.

Published:
Friday, March 27, 2026 - 8:00am
Central Library: Children's Area Renovation on 2nd Floor

Renovations are currently underway for the 2nd floor Central Children's Area. Programs are still being offered as scheduled and there is a temporary pop-up Children’s Area on the northeast side of the 2nd floor (near the Piano Room), including access to collections and train tables. Construction is expected to be completed by late Spring. Thank you for your patience during this time.

Published:
Monday, March 23, 2026 - 9:00am
Sherwood Branch: Renovations

As of Monday, March 2, Sherwood Branch's 2nd floor is closed due to renovations. Makerspace, Children and Teen's collection are temporarily available on the 1st floor. All programs will be held in the basement program room. Renovations are expected to be completed in late Spring. Thank you for your patience.

Published:
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 1:00pm

Postcards for Special People

A pen icon drawing.Make life a little brighter for someone special, including seniors living in long-term care homes and socially isolated residents. Pick up a free postcard at any branch. Place a stamp and mail the card(s) yourself or drop off at any branch and we’ll take care of delivery. (Please do not include your home address or any personal information on the postcard.)

Make a card if you prefer. Try these Discover at Home Activities: Kindness Cards and Letter Writing for inspiration.

Send your postcard(s) to one or all of the long-term care home(s) listed below. Other long-term care homes interested in participating should contact Communications at communications@hpl.ca

Alexander Place
329 Parkside Dr.,
Waterdown, ON
L0R 2H0

Dundurn Place Care Centre
39 Mary St.,
Hamilton, ON
L8R 3L8

Macassa Lodge
701 Upper Sherman Ave.,
Hamilton, ON
L8V 3M7

Arbour Creek Care Centre
2717 King St, E.,
Hamilton, ON
L8G 1J3

Hamilton Continuing Care
Attn: Alexandra Amey
125 Wentworth St, S.,
Hamilton, ON
L8N 1Z1

The Meadows Long-Term Care Homec/o The Recreation Department
12 Tranquility Ave.,
Ancaster, ON
L9G 5C2

Wentworth Lodge
Attn Kimberly Walker41 South St. W.,Dundas, ONL9H 4C4

Regina Gardens
536 Upper Paradise Rd.
Hamilton, ON
L9C 5E3

The Wellington Long-Term Care and Retirement Home
Attn: Miranda Gamelin
1430 Upper Wellington St.,
Hamilton, ON
L9A 5H3

Neighbour to Neighbour Centre
Foodbank Home Delivery Recipients
28 Athens St.,
Hamilton, ON
L9C 3K8

Banyan Community Services
Grocer-Ease Program
Attn: Jamie Muise
2B-688 Queensdale Ave. E.,
Hamilton, ON 
L8V 1M1

Baywoods Place 
Attn: Jeanie McInnis
330 Main St. E.,
Hamilton, ON
L8N 3T9

St. Peter’s Hospital
Attn: Lyndsey Charles (TR)
88 Maplewood Ave.,
Hamilton, ON
L8M 1W9

Village of Wentworth Heights Long-Term Care
Attn: Melissa Marks-Truscello
1620 Upper Wentworth St.,
Hamilton, ON
L9B 2W3