Hoopla Outage

Due to the ongoing Amazon Web Services issue that is currently affecting internet access across the globe today, Monday, October 20, Hoopla Digital is experiencing technical issues. The estimated time of disruption is unknown at this time. Thank you for your patience.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Monday, October 20, 2025 - 1:00pm
Ancaster Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order

The accessible washroom at Ancaster Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.

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Published:
Friday, October 17, 2025 - 3:00pm
Central Library - 4th Floor Closure

Due to an all-day special event, the 4th Floor is closed on Saturday, October 25, from 8 am to 5 pm. Makerspace and Newcomer Learning Centre will remain open. Floors 1-3 are available for study and workspaces. www.hpl.ca/central

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Affected Branch: Central Library
Published:
Friday, October 17, 2025 - 11:00am
Delayed Branch Openings 

The following locations have upcoming delayed openings due to Staff training drills. 

Tuesday, October 21 
Central Library, 10 am 
Sherwood Branch, 10 am 

Thursday, October 23
Locke Branch, 10am

Thursday, October 30
Parkdale Branch, 9:30am

You may visit nearby Branches for your library needs. www.hpl.ca/hours

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Tuesday, October 7, 2025 - 2:00pm
Replacement and Damage Fees

Bring back your borrowed library items (due Oct 1 or later) within 28 days to avoid a replacement or lost fee. We'll remove the fee when you bring back your overdue items. 

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, September 11, 2025 - 3:00pm
Kenilworth Branch - Temporary Closure (Sept 2 - Oct 27)

Due to roof repair maintenance, the branch is temporarily closed until October 27. Please visit the Red Hill, Parkdale and Barton branches.

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Published:
Monday, August 11, 2025 - 8:00am

Valley Park Branch Public Art Mural

About the Winning Mural: Artist Vivian Rosas’ mural meets the competition’s goals to: celebrate the local geographic environment and HPL’s commitment to sustainability.

The mural is vibrant, full of local nature and has a feeling of discovery. It represents diverse members of the community, physical activity and promotes a healthy relationship with nature. It exemplifies a commitment to sustainability, welcomes all members of the community and has a strong visual impact from a distance and up close.

Jocelyn Reynolds headshot photo.

About Artist Vivian Rosas: Vivian Rosas is a Toronto-based multidisciplinary illustrator, dancer, and muralist. Her work explores empowerment and diversity.

“I hope my mural will greet the community with a positive and uplifting energy as they arrive at the new Valley Park Branch and that it will continue to inspire the exploration of its vibrant natural surroundings.”

 

Details:
28 artists submissions
Six contenders on the shortlist
338 votes cast by public Aug 25-Sep 8

Jury Members

  • Guiliana Casimirri, Hamilton-Wentworth Green Venture
  • Tracey-Mae Chambers, Artist
  • Penny Gumbert, Local resident
  • Drew Hauser, Director, mcCallumSather
  • Shelly Hill, Urban Indigenous Strategy Hamilton
  • Kathy Lacasse, Heritage Green Community Trust
  • Jasmine Lazdins, Art Gallery of Hamilton
  • Adam McCaughan, Architect, mcCallumSather
  • Ania Van Minnen, Hamilton Public Library, Manager of Valley Park
  • Nick Van Velzen, Hamilton Public Library Board of Directors, Chair
  • Brad Walker, City of Hamilton, Manager of District Operations

Advisors to the Jury:

  • Lorie Lee, Senior Leadership Support Manager
  • Nancy McPhee, Hamilton Public Library, Community Librarian

Non-voting attendees:

  • Dawna Wark, Director of Public Services – Branches
  • Paul Takala, Chief Librarian/ CEO

Read the Valley Park Public Art Jury Report.

For general inquiries:
Email: llee@hpl.ca

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