All computers, printing services and phones are not working today at Lynden Branch. We aim to resolve this issue as quickly as possible.
Extended Access at Lynden Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly. Apologies for the inconvenience.
Concession Branch's children's department will be closed on the morning of Monday, June 2nd for minor repairs. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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.
The Sherwood Branch has following service limitations due to construction:
- 1st Floor closed to the public
- 2nd Floor collections (teen, children, and graphic novels) available
- 2nd Floor: Limited browsing of Express Adult Fic and Express DVDs
- Holds pickup on the 2nd Floor
- Reduced number of public computers on 2nd Floor
- Printing and copying available on 2nd Floor
- Seating is reduced
- Parking, washroom and elevator access available
Please refer to hpl.ca/events for up-to-date program listings. Most programs will continue as normal on the 2nd Floor or in the basement.
All HPL Branches are closed on Friday May 30 for Staff Development. Bookmobile is off the road and Extended Access is not available. HPL's online card registration, catalogue and eResources are not available until 5pm due to scheduled maintenance. All branches reopen Saturday May 31.
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.
Until Saturday May 31, the Ancaster Branch is temporarily relocated to the Ancaster Rotary Centre, 385 Jerseyville Road West, Ancaster. The Wilson Street branch is closed for a roof and HVAC replacement and is expected to reopen on Monday June 2 at 9am.
The digital microfilm machines at Central Library are not working. A single analog machine is available, but it doesn't print. We aim to have the digital devices repaired as soon as possible. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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.
Storytime
Find a collection of daily literacy-building activities that you can share with your child on our June 2025 Literacy Calendar.
Download a Colouring and Activity book created by the Group of Six, young artists from Six Nations, Grand River Territory. Learn about culture, language, ceremonial traditions, stories and crafts that celebrate Indigenous life and history.
For bedtime or quiet time, listen on the telephone as HPL staff read children's stories.
Dial 905-546-3200, and choose "Option 4" to listen to:
English |
French (en français) |
They Say Blue (Press 1) | Appuyer sur le 21 pour Le Costume de Malaika |
Little You (Press 2) | Appuyer sur le 22 pour Dors bien petit chevalier |
Sometimes I Feel Like a Fox (Press 3) | Appuyer sur le 23 pour Les Trésors de Monsieur Monsieur |
Moon Wishes (Press 4) | Appuyer sur le 24 pour A la pêche avec grand maman |
You Hold Me Up (Press 5) | Appuyer sur le 25 pour Une Mitaine pour deux |
My Heart Fills with Happiness (Press 6) | |
Once Upon a Northern Night (Press 7) | |
Harry’s Hiccups (Press 8) | |
Angus All Aglow (Press 9) | |
What Matters (Press 10) | |
It’s Time for Bed (Press 11) | |
Picture the Sky (Press 12) | |
Nibi’s Water Song (Press 13) | |
Friends for Real (Press 14) | |
In The Sky at Nighttime (Press 15) | |
What’s My Superpower (Press 16) | |
Sweetest Kulu (Press 17) | |
Fox and Squirrel Help Out (Press 18) | |
Boxitects (Press 19) | |
Hermit Thrush shared with HPL by Niwasa Kendaaswin Teg (Press 20) I Sang You Down From the Stars (Press 48) |