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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.

Catalogue "My Shelves" Private Feature

HPL card holders have the option to make their My Shelves (For Later, Completed and In Progress) titles private.

Central Library’s 4th Floor - a 3D Face Mask Factory

HAMILTON, ON – May 1, 2020 – Six community-minded organizations are making much-needed protective face shields for local health workers.

Hamilton Public Library, the City of Hamilton, Innovation Factory, Hamilton Wentworth District School Board, Hamilton Wentworth Catholic District School Board and shop3D.ca are sourcing and printing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). The finished face shields are distributed to local health organizations that most need PPE.