News Archive

Welcome Back: HPL Announces Fresh Start for Everyone

HAMILTON, ON – July 14, 2020 – Hamilton Public Library (HPL) is waiving all fines and fees accumulated from March 15, 2020 to December 31, 2021 and permanently eliminating fines and fees on materials for children and teens.

More Hamilton Public Library Branches Opening for Takeout

HAMILTON, ON – July 3, 2020 – HPL is opening six more branches for Takeout service: Ancaster, Kenilworth, Sherwood, Saltfleet, Turner Park and Waterdown.

WHAT: HPL members can start placing holds for pickup at six additional branches, beginning Thursday July 9. When your holds are ready, you can schedule a pickup time beginning Tuesday July 14, 2020.

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HPL Seeking Contributions to Hamilton COVID-19 Archive

HAMILTON, ON – June 19, 2020 – Hamilton Public Library’s Local History & Archives is creating a community archive to document our experiences during the pandemic.

Carlisle Branch Construction Updates

Update June 15, 2022:

Hamilton's Public Library's new Carlisle Branch at 277 Carlisle Rd., is now open. Come see the new features including a children's department alongside our wide range of library collections and services.

Update June 7, 2022:

Hamilton Public Library’s new Carlisle Branch at 277 Carlisle Rd., is expected to open mid-June 2022. Please stay tuned to our website and social media channels for a reopening date.

Library Begins Phase One of Re-opening Plan

HAMILTON, ON – June 11, 2020 – To keep Hamilton reading, listening and watching, while taking precautionary public health measures, Hamilton Public Library (HPL) is offering take-out (curbside) service of on-hold books, music and movies, starting June 23, 2020.