Due to Staff training, the following service modifications are planned.
- Turner Park: Wednesday, September 2, Noon-1 pm Closure
- Red Hill: Friday, September 18, Delayed Opening of 10 am
Visit www.hpl.ca/hours for open alternate locations.
Delayed Openings and Closures
Published:
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - 2:00pm
Bookmobile Schedule Modifications
Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for September:
Mon, Sept 7: Library Closed - All Stops Cancelled
Tues, Sept 8:
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Strathcona Cancelled
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McMaster Cancelled
Thurs, Sept 10:
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Rockton moved to Saturday
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Millgrove moved to Saturday
Sat, Sept 12:
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Stoney Creek Cancelled
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Riverdale Cancelled
Published:
Monday, August 24, 2026 - 9:30am
Construction at Concession Branch
Due to construction at the Concession Branch hours are changing temporarily, beginning Fri Aug 7 to mid-September.
Mon-Thu 5-7pm
Fri Closed
Sat 9am-5pm
Members can change their Holds pickup location in their library accounts or can contact Staff. Or Holds can be paused until after the branch returns to regular open hours.
Some programs will be moved to the Sherwood Branch, 467 Upper Ottawa St. Please check hpl.ca/events for up-to-date program changes.
Published:
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 - 1:15pm
Kenilworth Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order
The accessible washroom at Kenilworth Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
Published:
Thursday, July 30, 2026 - 5:45pm
Study Halls Pause for Summer Break
After Hours Study Hall is not available in July and August. Hours will resume Tuesday, September 8. www.hpl.ca/study-halls
Published:
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 - 3:00pm
Art Gallery of Hamilton Pass
As a Hamilton Public Library Member, you know there’s a world of discovery, all for free. Add free admission for up to four adults at the Art Gallery of Hamilton to the list. Children and students always get in free at AGH.
Starting February 14, 2023, you can borrow an AGH Pass for 14-days and use it during regular operating hours at the AGH.
The Incite Foundation for the Arts generously sponsors this Pass in partnership with the Art Gallery of Hamilton and Hamilton Public Library.
What can I see at the AGH with this Pass?
You can see all current exhibitions, including temporary, special and permanent exhibits.
How can I find out about current exhibits at AGH?
Visit artgalleryofhamilton.com for details. Programs and tours included with this admission are listed on the What’s On page.
Are there discounts available with this Pass?
You can get 10% off an AGH membership with this Pass. This Pass doesn’t provide discounts at the AGH Shop or Horse and Train Bistro.
Can I use this Pass to visit other art galleries or museums?
No. This Pass is for use only at the AGH. However, a HPL card can be used to get in free at any Hamilton Civic Museum.
Can I attend special events/workshops with the AGH Pass?
Yes. However, this Pass can’t be used to gain entry to any events or workshops where there's an additional charge above admission.
Borrow the AGH Pass with your HPL library card.
Need a Library Card? Register at any HPL branch or Online.
