Starting Monday, March 16, adults 18+ are required to show their Library card to access Central Library. This is a temporary measure to ensure safety for all. Thank you for your patience in advance.
The 4th Floor will be closed on Wednesday, March 18, 11:30 am-2:30 pm for a Magic Show. Makerspace and Newcomer Learning Centre will remain open. Study and work spaces, including Study Pods, are available on Floors 2-3. Thank you for your patience.
The 4th Floor will be closed on Saturday, March 21, 9 am-4 pm, for a March Break event, SciFUN Day. Makerspace and Newcomer Learning Centre will remain open. Study and work spaces, including Study Pods, are available on Floors 2-3. Thank you for your patience.
A Children's area activity table, including the children's computers at Concession Branch are unavailable due to a facility issue. We aim to fix them as soon as possible.
With the recent closure of Six Nations Public Library, HPL's Bookmobile will change its bi-weekly visits to weekly starting Friday, March 13.
Starting Tuesday, March 17, Court at Rushdale moves to bi-weekly on Tuesdays (10:30am-11am), instead of Fridays.
HPL's original phone number is back in service. Please call 905-546-3200. The 289-779-7588 number, created due to the 2024 cybersecurity incident, is also working.
From March 23 until April 12, Valley Park Community Centre will be closed for renovations, reopening April 13. Pool and changerooms will remain closed until early summer 2026.
Valley Park Branch will remain open during the renovations for your library needs.
As of Monday, March 2, Concession Branch's Living Room and Makerspace areas are closed. (The next nearest Makerspaces are Sherwood and Terryberry Branches.) Seating may be limited at times. Renovations are expected to be completed in late Spring. Thank you for your patience.
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.
Starting Tuesday February 10, the First Floor Living Room is closed due to renovation preparations. Study and work spaces are available on Floors 2-4. Thank you for your patience.
The accessible washroom at Carlisle Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
Meet You at Central Library’s Makerfest This Saturday
HAMILTON, ON – November 6, 2025 — Wannabe and skilled creative types of all ages are welcome to convene at Central Library this Saturday for Makerfest, a one-day celebration of creativity, innovation and craftsmanship. The free event runs from 11am to 4pm on Nov 8.
“Makerfest brings together Hamilton’s creative energy in one inspiring space,” said Kat Drennan-Scace, Manager of Digital Technology Services at Hamilton Public Library. “It’s a celebration of hands-on learning, community connection and the innovative spirit that defines our city.”
Makerfest includes live demonstrations, interactive workshops, information tables and a curated vendor market featuring local, handmade creations. Attendees can learn about 3D printing, vinyl cutting, embroidery and audio recording in action, acquire new skills through hands-on sessions and browse items from local artisans.
Featured Partners: Art Aggregate | Exploriment | Hamilton Civic Museums | Hamilton Craft Studios | McMaster Engineering Community Outreach | McMaster Libraries | Rivers & Meadows | Squat{Places Collective} | Story Pop | YWCA Hamilton
Vendors: Art by Andrea | Beads & Things | Birdsong Witchery | Bright Side General | Buchanan Studios | Clowns in Cyberspace | Desire Line Design | Earrings By Margaret | Glass by Meysa | Mimi’s Bonnets | NQNSO | Seagauhl Sticker Hardly Know Her | Studio Beulah | Strokes and Stories | This Fragile World Photography | toadtype






