Modified Bookmobile Service 

The following Bookmobile visits are modified on:

Tuesday, July 29

  • Riverdale - Cancelled
  • McMaster - Holds drop off only
  • Greencedar - Rescheduled to 4:30-5:00pm

Wednesday, July 30

  • Swansea and Helen Detwiler - Cancelled

Thursday, July 31

  • Bennetto and Kinsmen - Cancelled

Friday, August 1

  • Winona Park - Cancelled

 

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Affected Branch: Bookmobile
Nearest Branches: 
Published:
Friday, July 25, 2025 - 9:30am
Heat Warning - Cool Places

The Medical Officer of Health for the City of Hamilton has initiated a Heat Warning starting tomorrow, Thursday, July 24. Heat Warnings stay in effect until they are cancelled or escalated to an Extended Heat Warning. 

All HPL Branches are Cool Places during our open service hours. Stay hydrated and cool, wear a hat or take an umbrella to keep your head cool, and don’t forget sunscreen. www.hpl.ca/hours

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 3:30pm
Bookmobile Schedule Changes: July 25–26

Service adjustments this week:
Fri, July 25 – Huntington Park cancelled
Sat, July 26 – All stops cancelled. Bookmobile will visit Bayfront Park for Fiesta Extravaganza

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Affected Branch: Bookmobile
Nearest Branches: 
Published:
Monday, July 21, 2025 - 9:30am
Terryberry Branch Elevator Out of Order

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.

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Affected Branch: Terryberry Branch
Published:
Saturday, May 31, 2025 - 1:00pm
Public Computers - Audio Volume

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.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 4:00pm
Mount Hope Branch Accessibile Ramp Not Available

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.

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Affected Branch: Mount Hope Branch
Published:
Friday, May 23, 2025 - 4:30pm
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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