The elevator at Terryberry Branch is not working. We're working to get it fixed quickly.
Terryberry Branch Elevator Out of Order
Published:
Monday, April 20, 2026 - 9:45am
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
Turner Park - Study Hall Cancellations
Due to maintenance and construction, Study Hall is cancelled on Thursdays, April 16 and 23 (8pm-Midnight). The parking lot will also not be available on Thursday, April 23 (10pm-5am) and Friday, April 24 (10pm-5am). We apologize for the inconvenience.
Published:
Wednesday, April 8, 2026 - 2:30pm
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, March 30-April 27
Starting March 30, renovations for the 2nd floor Central Children's Area will begin. Programs will still be offered as scheduled and there will be 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. Thank you for your patience during this time.
Published:
Monday, March 23, 2026 - 9:00am
Bookmobile Service Modifications
Due to driver availability, Bookmobile is off the road for the following. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Tuesday, April 21
- Greencedar 5:30pm-6:30pm (instead of 4-5pm)
- Mountview 5:30-6:30 pm - Cancelled
Friday, April 24
- Winona 11 am-Noon - Cancelled
- Maplewood 2:30-4 pm - Cancelled
Tuesday, April 28
- McMaster 3:30-4:30 pm - Cancelled
Wednesday, April 29
- Swansea 10-10:30 am - Cancelled
- Helen Detwiler 11 am-Noon - Cancelled
- Warplane Museum 3-4 pm - Cancelled
Published:
Monday, March 16, 2026 - 10:15am
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
Indigenous Market Launches at Hamilton Public Library
HAMILTON, ON – May 9, 2022 – Regional Indigenous artists and makers are setting up shop at Central Library on dedicated Saturdays starting in May with the launch of the Indigenous Market at HPL.
Browse and buy one-of-a-kind handcrafted items, from jewelry to ceramics, leatherwork and literature every second and third Saturday, May through December. Each market features a new set of creators and by year end will showcase merchandise from more than 30 artists and makers.
WHAT: Indigenous Market at HPL
WHO: Local Indigenous artists and makers
WHEN: Every second and third Saturday, May-December; 10am to 4pm May 14 and 21; June 11 and 18; July 9 and 16; August 13 and 20; September 10 and 17; October 8 and 15; November 12 and 19; December 17
WHERE: Central Library; 55 York Boulevard, Hamilton Check out the schedule vendors at hpl.ca/indigenous-market.
The Indigenous Market at HPL is funded by the My Main Street Community Activator Program, which supports local community placemaking projects, including events, activities, enhancements, and policy and capacity building designed to draw visitors and increase local vibrancy in southern Ontario.
My Main Street is funded by the Government of Canada, through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario and focuses on creating and maintaining vibrant and inclusive local main streets while providing residents, new entrepreneurs and existing businesses with economic opportunities in our main street communities. The My Mainstreet Community Activator program is being delivered by the Canadian Urban Institute.
Quotes
“We invite everyone in the region to visit the Indigenous Market at Central Library to connect and support talented artists and crafters, learn more about Indigenous culture and traditions and support the local economy.” - Paul Takala, CEO Hamilton Public Library
“The City of Hamilton is excited by the work that the Hamilton Public Library is doing to showcase the talents of Indigenous artists and makers through the establishment of an Indigenous Market at Central Library. This initiative is a great example of delivering results on the Urban Indigenous Strategy – Action 21 – Identify or create ways to support Indigenous artists. We encourage the community to come and support this unique shopping experience.” – Shelly Hill, Manager of Indigenous Relations, City of Hamilton
