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Bookmobile Service Updates

Bookmobile Service at the Stoney Creek Arena and Gage Park is unavailable on Saturday, June 3, due to the Battle of Stoney Creek re-enactment at Battlefield Museum. The Bookmobile will visit Bayfront Park from 10 am-12 pm as a special pop-up instead. 

Affected Branch(es): 
Bookmobile
Publish Date: 
Friday, May 26, 2023 - 9:00am
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Dundas Elevator Out of Order

The Dundas Branch elevator is unavailable. The anticipated length of the disruption is unknown. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Affected Branch: 
Dundas Branch
Nearest Branches: 
Ancaster Branch
Westdale Branch
Publish Date: 
Saturday, May 27, 2023 - 10:15am

Sherwood Branch - Delayed Opening

On Monday, May 29, the Sherwood Branch will open at 10am to conduct an Emergency Drill and Training exercise. Thank you for your understanding. 

Affected Branch: 
Sherwood Branch
Publish Date: 
Monday, May 15, 2023 - 11:00am
Home > Visiting the Library > After Hours Study Halls

After Hours Study Halls

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Study Hall hours are quiet spaces for Members to work or study.

Starting Monday May 15, the Turner Park and Valley Park branches will also be open after-hours Mondays-Thursdays, 8pm-Midnight (except on statutory holiday).

Dundas, Red Hill, Terryberry, and Waterdown branches are currently open after-hours Mondays-Thursdays, 8pm-Midnight (except on statutory holidays).

Who can participate?
Members with a valid government-issued photo ID card and Hamilton Public Library card (physical or eCard). You must show both pieces to security upon entry.

If you don’t have a Hamilton Public Library card, register online or visit any HPL branch and complete an application form.

Can I leave and re-enter the library after regular closing hours?
Yes. You can enter, exit and re-enter any time. You must show your Hamilton Public Library card (physical or eCard) and government-issued photo ID card to security each time you re-enter.

Entry Points:

Dundas Branch: Enter and exit at the side door.
Red Hill Branch: Enter and exit at the front door.
Terryberry Branch: Use the rear parking lot door and take the elevator to the 2nd Floor.
Turner Park Branch: Use the rear parking lot door of the shared YMCA building.
Valley Park Branch: Use the library entrance off of Paramount Drive. 
Waterdown Branch: Enter and exit through the back door.

Can I use the library computers and printers after regular closing hours?
Yes. HPL’s wireless service is available during After Hours Study Halls. Some public computer workstations and printers are available, but there is no technical or Staff support. If you need to print from a library computer more than your daily limit of 10 free black and white prints or 4 free colour prints, you can upload funds to your library card online (credit card only).

Can I order food to be delivered to the library?
No. Light snacks and beverages (i.e., coffee, tea, juice bottles, reusable water bottles) are permitted but you must bring them with you when you arrive. No hot meals are permitted.

What is acceptable conduct during the Study Hall hours?
You must always abide by HPL’s Member and Service Commitment and behave in a way that promotes a quiet, respectful study environment. HPL reserves the right to take steps to ensure a quiet study environment and the safety of Staff and Members.

Can I borrow or return library materials during Study Hall hours?
Access is limited to certain areas of the branch, including collections. You may return library materials to the external dropboxes.

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