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Valerie Scarisbrick
16 Jun 2023

The Hamilton Public Library Barton branch is getting a new green space

A new and improved project is coming to the Hamilton Public Library Barton branch this weekend! A non-profit organization called Green Venture is working with the Hamilton Public Library, Barton Villa...

Michael Kras
14 Sep 2022

Hamilton Public Library now lends out CO2 monitors

The Hamilton Public Library (HPL) has added something new to its list of lendable items, and it’s a tool that may prove very useful in the age of COVID-19. The HPL has announced that they are now of...

Michael Kras
07 Sep 2022

Hamilton library sees overdue book returned 46 years late

Better late than never, I guess? The Hamilton Public Library (HPL) just received a book return that surely sets a new record for lateness. The library shared via social media that a member recently re...

Michael Kras
24 Mar 2022

Two Hamilton libraries are closing for three months for renovations

Heads up to the local lovers of literature: two branches of the Hamilton Public Library (HPL) are set to close for three months as they undergo some large renovations. The HPL’s Terryberry and Westd...

Michael Kras
30 Dec 2021

A library for wheelchairs and other assistive devices is opening in Hamilton

A unique and deeply important new library is getting ready to open its doors here in Hamilton; but it’s not the kind you can borrow books from. This new library will loan out wheelchairs, crutches, ...

Michael Kras
09 Nov 2021

Hamilton library cardholders can access Art Gallery of Hamilton for free

Being a member at the Hamilton Public Library (HPL) has its perks. On top of a free library card giving locals access to an overwhelming wealth of literature, films, music, and much more, the HPL has ...

Michael Kras
23 Sep 2021

Hamilton Public Library offers free printing and lamination for vaccine receipts

With Ontario’s proof of vaccination mandate officially going into effect this week in select non-essential settings, some Hamiltonians may be wondering where and how to get their hands on their vacc...

Michael Kras
30 Jun 2021

Hamilton Public Library has completely eliminated late fees

The Hamilton Public Library (HPL) has changed the game. The city’s circuit of public library branches has made the decision to completely eliminate late fees from all borrowed library materials goin...

Craig Clark
20 May 2021

Hamilton Public Library seeks artist submissions for a new mural

One of the newest community centres in Hamilton is looking to add some creative design to one of its exterior walls. Hamilton Public Library is currently looking for professional artists and artist-le...

Michael Kras
15 May 2021

Hamilton-Wentworth Detention Centre has started a library with help from HPL

The Hamilton-Wentworth Detention Centre – otherwise known as Barton Street Jail – has started its own library with over 4,500 new paperback books for inmates to access and enjoy. This comes in par...