The What's Happening Guide has been retired and replaced with different communications channels and tactics. You can find the new Summer Reading Flyer here. Watch for future communications updates.
What's Happening Guide Changes
Published:
Monday, June 29, 2026 - 3:00pm
Sunday Hours Return to Central Library
Starting July 5, Central Library will be open on Sundays from Noon to 5 pm. www.hpl.ca/central
Published:
Monday, June 29, 2026 - 1:00pm
Red Hill Branch Accessible Ramp Not Available
The accessibility ramp at Red Hill Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly.
Published:
Monday, June 29, 2026 - 9:45am
Carlisle Branch Accessible Door Out of Order
The accessibility door at Carlisle Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly.
Published:
Thursday, June 25, 2026 - 2:45pm
Canada Day Closure - All Branches
All HPL Branches are closed on Canada Day, Wednesday, July 1st. Bookmobile is off the road and Extended Access is unavailable. Regular service hours resume on Thursday, July 2. Our Virtual Branch is open at hpl.ca. www.hpl.ca/hours
Published:
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 - 3:00pm
Study Halls Pause for Summer Break
The last day of Study Hall is Thursday, June 25. The service will resume on Tuesday, September 8. www.hpl.ca/study-halls
Published:
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 - 3:00pm
Construction work at Barton Branch
The entrance to the Barton Branch parking lot off of Milton St. is currently inaccessible due to construction. The parking lot can still be accessed via the alley off Fullerton St. during this time.
Published:
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 - 9:15am
Phishing Scheme
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.
Published:
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 - 5:00am
Bookmobile Service Modification
Due to Driver availability, Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for the month of June. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Bookmobile Service June Modifications
Tuesday, June 30:
- Greencedar - Cancelled
- Mountview - Cancelled
Wed, July 1:
- Library Closed - All Stops Cancelled
Thurs, July 2:
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Rockton Cancelled
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Mohawk Gardens Cancelled
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Meadowlands Cancelled
Fri, July 3:
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Winona Cancelled
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Queen Victoria Cancelled
Mon, July 6:
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Special Event - All Stops Cancelled
Published:
Friday, May 22, 2026 - 12:00pm
Early Literacy Events
- Terryberry Branch
- 100 Mohawk Road West Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Bring the whole family to story time and get ready to read.
- Ancaster Branch
- 300 Wilson St East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
It’s never too early to read to your baby. Suitable for children from birth to age 24 months.
- Kenilworth Branch
- 103 Kenilworth Avenue North Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Bring the whole family to story time and get ready to read.
- Red Hill Branch
- 695 Queenston Road Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
It’s never too early to read to your baby. Suitable for children from birth to age 24 months.
- Saltfleet Branch
- 131 Gray Road Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
It’s never too early to read to your baby. Suitable for children from birth to age 24 months.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Explore and create with themed stations.
- Red Hill Branch
- 695 Queenston Road Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Stay for social and play time.
- Saltfleet Branch
- 131 Gray Road Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
Stay for social and play time.
- Ancaster Branch
- 300 Wilson St East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Bring the whole family to story time and get ready to read.
- Freelton Branch
- 1803 Brock Road Freelton ON
In-Branch Program
Explore and create with themed stations.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
In-Branch Program
It’s never too early to read to your baby. Suitable for children from birth to age 24 months.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Bring the whole family to story time and get ready to read.
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
In-Branch Program
It’s never too early to read to your baby. Suitable for children from birth to age 24 months.
- Dundas Branch
- 18 Ogilvie St Dundas ON
In-Branch Program
After storytime, stay for social and play time.
- Terryberry Branch
- 100 Mohawk Road West Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
It’s never too early to read to your baby. Suitable for children from birth to age 24 months.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
It’s never too early to read to your baby. Suitable for children from birth to age 24 months.
- Greensville Branch
- 625 Harvest Rd Greensville ON
In-Branch Program
Bring the whole family to story time and get ready to read.
- Locke Branch
- 285 Locke Street South Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Bring the whole family to story time and get ready to read.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
In-Branch Program
Storytime focused on family diversity.
- Sherwood Branch
- 467 Upper Ottawa Street Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Bring the whole family to story time and get ready to read.
