The accessibility door at Ancaster Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly.
Ancaster Branch Accessible Door Out of Order
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Wednesday, November 5, 2025 - 5:00pm
Parkdale Branch Network Unavailable
There is an ongoing Wifi disruption due to Wi-Fi Upgrades at Parkdale Branch on Nov 5th. We aim to resolve this issue as quickly as possible.
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Wednesday, November 5, 2025 - 9:15am
Red Hill Branch Network Unavailable
There is an ongoing Wifi disruption due to Wi-Fi Upgrades at Red Hill Branch on Nov 5th. We aim to resolve this issue as quickly as possible.
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Wednesday, November 5, 2025 - 9:15am
Red Book Will Be Unavailable Tonight
The Red Book will be unavailable tonight from 10PM until approximately 4AM as we are upgrading the service. Thank you for your patience.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 - 9:15am
Concession Branch and Sherwood Branch Network Unavailable
Wi-Fi disruption due to Wi-Fi Upgrades at Concession Branch and Sherwood Branch on Nov 6th. We aim to resolve this issue as quickly as possible.
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Monday, November 3, 2025 - 12:15pm
Waterdown Branch Network Unavailable
Wifi disruption due to Wi-Fi Upgrades at Waterdown Branch on Nov 4th. We aim to resolve this issue as quickly as possible.
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Monday, November 3, 2025 - 9:45am
Kenilworth Branch Reopening
The Kenilworth Branch has reopened today, Monday, October 27. Please note that there is limited parking, and noise disruptions may occur this week as the final touches are made to the renovations. Thank you for your understanding.
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Published:
Monday, October 27, 2025 - 3:00pm
Delayed Branch Openings
The following locations have upcoming delayed openings due to Staff training drills.
Friday, November 7
Terryberry Branch, 10am
Monday, November 10
Concession Branch, 10am
Thursday, November 13
Binbrook Branch, 10am
Friday, November 14
Valley Park Branch, 10am
Monday, November 24
Mount Hope, 2pm
Thursday, November 27
Stoney Creek, 10am
You may visit nearby Branches for your library needs. www.hpl.ca/hours
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Tuesday, October 7, 2025 - 2:00pm
Replacement and Damage Fees
Bring back your borrowed library items (due Oct 1 or later) 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
Black History Month
This February, celebrate Black History Month at Hamilton Public Library and learn about the lives, contributions and achievements of 1.5 million Black Canadians with events and collections showcasing their stories, music, and creativity.
Events
HPL is proud to host Hamilton’s Black History Month Launch on January 31. Join Black-led community organizations as we recognize the achievements of Black Hamiltonians and kick off a month of events and experiences across the City.
Join the Short Story Book Club on February 4 at Central Library to discuss James Baldwin’s Sonny’s Blues. Families can enjoy Family Storytime at Concession Branch on February 5 and 7, while young creators can craft poems from historical texts during Highlight Poetry sessions at various branches.
Enjoy inspiring music at our Noon Hour Concert Series every Friday. On February 7, experience the piano and voice of Dionne R. Grant. February 14 features the powerful vocals of Terry Rhodes, and on February 28, Big John and The Night Trippers close the series with an unforgettable performance.
On February 8, celebrate jazz legend Thelonious Monk with a film screening and live performances. Support young BIPOC entrepreneurs at the BLK Owned Youth Market on February 15. Youth writers can participate in Write Like … A Literary Comic-Con on February 20. On February 21, honour Hamilton icon Jackie Washington with a tribute concert by Ken Whiteley at noon, followed by the Write Like – Anthology Launch later that evening.
See our complete list of Black History Month Events.
Books and Media
Celebrate Black voices all year through HPL’s collections of books, music, movies and educational activities.
Books for Adults
Books for Kids
Film
We Are Hamilton – Black History Remembered
Each year, Hamilton’s Black History Month Council, in partnership with Black-led organizations and the City of Hamilton, recognizes Black Hamiltonians for their outstanding contributions. The 2025 honorees are Reverend George Edmund Fitzgerald and Haydain Neale. Learn more about their impact and upcoming events at the City of Hamilton’s Black History Month webpage.
