Study Halls - Summer Break Pause

Study Halls are taking a summer break after Thursday, June 26. The service will resume in early September. 

www.hpl.ca/study-halls

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, June 20, 2025 - 1:30pm
Sherwood Branch - Public Computers

The computer lab on the 1st floor is currently out of order. There are limited public computers available on the 2nd floor. Printing and photocopying are still available. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Published:
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 - 11:00am
Carlisle Branch Accessibile Washroom Out of Order

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

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Affected Branch: Carlisle Branch
Published:
Tuesday, June 10, 2025 - 12:00pm
Sunday Hours - Modified Service, June 22

The following branches will be closed: Dundas, Red Hill, Terryberry, Turner Park, Valley Park, and Waterdown.

Central Library will remain open as a Cool Place from 12-5 pm, with limited service on the 1st floor only.
Regular Sunday hours resume June 29.

Published:
Wednesday, June 4, 2025 - 3:00pm
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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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.

Published:
Friday, May 23, 2025 - 4:30pm
Turner Park Branch - Roof Repair

Due to the ongoing roof repair project, noise and parking disruptions are expected to continue until the end of June. Thank you for your patience.

Published:
Monday, April 28, 2025 - 10:00am
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.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:30am

Carlisle Branch

Open Hours: 
Sun: Closed

Mon: 3:00 pm-8:00 pm
 Self-Serve: 9:00 am-3:00 pm

Tue: 10:00 am-3:00 pm
 Self-Serve: 9:00 am-10:00 am
 Self-Serve: 3:00 pm-8:00 pm

Wed: 3:00 pm-8:00 pm
 Self-Serve: 9:00 am-3:00 pm

Thu: 10:00 am-3:00 pm
 Self-Serve: 9:00 am-10:00 am
 Self-Serve: 3:00 pm-8:00 pm

Fri: 1:00 pm-5:00 pm
 Self-Serve: 9:00 am-1:00 pm
 Self-Serve: 5:00 pm-6:00 pm

Sat: 12:00 pm-5:00 pm
 Self-Serve: 9:00 am-12:00 pm

*Pre-registration required to access the Branch during self-serve extended access hours. Staff are available remotely during these hours.
Note: Public computers shut down 15 minutes and Makerspaces close 30 minutes before the branch closes.
Address:
277 Carlisle Road
L0R 1H2 Carlisle, ON
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Bus Routes: 
Carlisle Branch is not accessible by HSR bus.
Branch Manager: 
Carly Bedford (cbedford@hpl.ca)
Branch Features: 
Book Return
Free Parking
Black and White and Colour Copying
Scan to USB and Email
Accessible Features: 
Accessible Parking
Accessible Washroom
Accessible Ramp
Family Change Room

The Carlisle Branch first opened in 1971 and moved to 1496 Centre Rd. in 1989. The new branch at 277 Carlisle Rd. opened in June 2022. The branch offers materials for children, teens and adults, as well as programming for children and adults.

The Carlisle Branch also offers Self-Serve Extended Access. Pre-registration required to access the Branch during self-serve hours. Staff are available remotely during these hours.

The Carlisle Branch is located at 277 Carlisle Rd, Carlisle ON L0R 1H2

Closest major intersection

Carlisle and Centre Roads