The accessible washroom at Red Hill Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
Red Hill Branch Accessibile Washroom Out of Order
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Tuesday, June 3, 2025 - 11:00am
Bookmobile - Modified Service
Bookmobile visit at Riverdale (11am-Noon) is cancelled today, Tuesday, June 3. It is expected to return next week. Thank you for your understanding.
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Tuesday, June 3, 2025 - 8:30am
Terryberry Branch Elevator Out of Order
The parking lot elevator at Terryberry Branch is not working. Members will need to use the accessible ramp at the Mohawk entrance and the inner elevator. We're working to get it fixed quickly.
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Saturday, May 31, 2025 - 1:00pm
Public Computers - Audio Volume
Please note that the audio volume levels on our public computers are having issues. The estimated time of disruption is unknown at this time. Thank you for your patience.
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Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 4:00pm
Sherwood Branch - Temporary Closure
As the 1st floor renovation wraps up, the Sherwood Branch will be closed on Thursday, June 5, to reset the spaces. Service hours will resume on Friday, June 6. Thank you for your patience.
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Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 11:00am
Mount Hope Branch Accessibile Ramp Not Available
The accessibility ramp at Mount Hope Branch is damaged. The handrail is not available. The ramp will not be available while being repaired. We aim to fix it quickly.
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Friday, May 23, 2025 - 4:30pm
Turner Park Branch - Roof Repair
Due to the ongoing roof repair project, noise and parking disruptions are expected to continue until the end of June. Thank you for your patience.
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Monday, April 28, 2025 - 10:00am
Central Library - Microfilm Machine
The digital microfilm machines at Central Library are not working. A single analog machine is available, but it doesn't print. We aim to have the digital devices repaired as soon as possible. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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Thursday, April 10, 2025 - 3:30pm
Phishing Scheme
Please be aware of online phishing attempts impersonating Hamilton Public Library and Library Staff. HPL does not solicit paid freelance opportunities through social media or other messaging applications. HPL does not request personal or banking information through social media or require financial compensation when reviewing job applications. Please report phishing schemes to communications@hpl.ca. If you think you are a victim of fraud, please call the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
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Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:30am
2024-25 Writer in Residence
Anna Chatterton is the 2024-25 Mabel Pugh Taylor Writer in Residence.
Photo by Colin Czerneda/ McMaster University
Thanks to Anna Chatterton's guidance and mentorship, Hamilton’s writing community flourished during her 2024-25 residency. Anna was the Mabel Pugh Taylor Writer in Residence, a post shared with McMaster University’s Department of English and Cultural Studies, McMaster Library and Hamilton Public Library.
From September 2024 to April 2025, she met dozens of writers. Below are some of the literary results. Enjoy reading.
Timothy Hawkin
Ani Kokorudz
Robin Lacambra
Daniella LaValle
Roya Motazedian
Arlene Nishizawa
Rijaa Zehra Khan
The 2025-26 Writer in Residence will be announced in the Fall.
