Bookmobile Service Modification

Due to Driver availability, Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for the month of May. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Tuesday, May 5:                   

  • McMaster University - Cancelled

Friday, May 8:                     

  • Winona - Cancelled
  • Queen Victoria - Cancelled

Tuesday, May 12:               

  • Greencedar - Cancelled
  • Mountview - Cancelled

Wednesday, May 13:               

  • Swansea - Cancelled
  • Helen Detwiler - Cancelled
  • Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum - Cancelled

Thursday, May 14:                

  • Rockton - Cancelled
  • Mohawk Gardens - Cancelled
  • Meadowlands - Cancelled

Monday, May 18: All Bookmobile sites closed

Published:
Monday, May 4, 2026 - 12:00pm
Terryberry Large Format Printer Out of Service

Terryberry's Large Format Printer is currently out of service.

Published:
Monday, May 4, 2026 - 10:30am
Printing Unavailable at Ancaster Branch

Printing is not working at Ancaster Branch. We aim to fix it as soon as possible.

Published:
Thursday, April 30, 2026 - 5:30pm
Central Library: Non-Partner Survey

Starting Monday, April 27 until May 9, non-partner community organizations are encouraged to participate in a short survey. HPL would like to learn how the Library Card Access Pilot Project and the toxic drug crisis in general affect non-partner organizations. Please note that the survey is not anonymous. Start now at www.hpl.ca/non-partner-survey.

Published:
Monday, April 27, 2026 - 9:30am
Software Maintenance - Victoria Day, Monday, May 18

Due to software maintenance, HPL library's catalogue, online services and library accounts will not be available between 9am and 7pm on Monday, May 18. Thank you for your patience.

Published:
Friday, April 24, 2026 - 9:00am
Central Library - Fire Drill, Tuesday, May 5, 11am

Due to Staff training, Central Library will close from 11am to Noon on Tuesday, May 5. You may visit Locke and Barton Branches as the next nearest locations for your library needs. Thank you for your patience.

Published:
Thursday, April 23, 2026 - 9:00am
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
Central Library: Children's Area Renovation on 2nd Floor

Renovations are currently underway for the 2nd floor Central Children's Area. Programs are still being offered as scheduled and there is 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. Construction is expected to be completed by late Spring. Thank you for your patience during this time.

Published:
Monday, March 23, 2026 - 9:00am
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

Community Resources Events

Learn about the settlement and library services, supports and programs available to newcomers.
Speak to a Métis Nation of Ontario Family Wellbeing Coordinator who helps families heal from violence and helps children in care or in the justice system.
Speak to a nurse from Hamilton Public Health’s Tobacco Control Program about supports available to help people quit smoking or vaping.
Support and services to immigrant and refugee individuals and families with settlement, career guidance, health and related issues.
One-on-one information sessions for Newcomers about settling in Canada.
Service Canada provides Canadians with a single point of access to a wide range of government services and benefits.
Learn about the services, supports and education provided by the healthcare and support staff at Hamilton Family Health Team.
A safe space for women to discuss mental health, wellness, boundaries, healthy relationships and more.
Canadian Mental Health Association Peer Supporters listen, provide emotional support and inspire hope.
Speak with Head Injury Rehabilitation Ontario (HIRO) staff about their community-based rehabilitation programs for adults living with brain injuries in Ontario.
Learn how to be prepared for an emergency to stay safe, respond quickly and support others.
Support and services to immigrant and refugee individuals and families with settlement, career guidance, health and related issues.
Mishka Social Services provides social services in Arabic and English/ نقدم الخدمات الاجتماعية باللغة العربية والانكليزية
Learn about the settlement and library services, supports and programs available to newcomers.
Learn about the city's eight museums and historic sites.

Institute for the Advancements in Mental Health

IAM creates inclusive, positive and accepting environments for people with mental illness.
Housing, employment, education and mental health supports for youth ages 18-29.
Learn about subsidies available for people who need help paying their electricity bills.
Peer Supporters listen, provide emotional support and most importantly, inspire hope
To commemorate Mental Health Week 2026, listen to Comeback Snacks founder Emily O'Brien's story of how she started her own business in the face of insurmountable odds.