Update: Public computers, printers, HPL App and self-checkouts are now up and running.

Update: Public WiFi has been restored.

Due to City maintenance, HPL's network is experiencing a power outage. Currently, there are no computers, printers, Wi-Fi, self-check, or check-out (and via the HPL App) available at this time. Please stay tuned for continual updates. #HamOnt

Due to the main door replacement, Extended Access will not be available tomorrow, Wednesday, October 21 from 9am-5pm. The branch will open with Staff from 5 to 8pm instead. Regular service hours are expected to resume on Thursday, October 22. hpl.ca/locations/carlisle #HamOnt

September's Waterdown Branch's Tween Book Club was filled with students making fun collages unique to them. ✂️ Bring a friend to the next one on Monday October 26, 6:30-7:30pm. This month's theme is Scary Stories just in time for Halloween! 👻🎃 hpl.ca/events

Know your consumer rights. Brush up on the do's and don'ts of buying a new or used car so you are not stuck with a lemon or costly repairs. Register your free seats for the Tuesday, November 10 (11am-Noon) session being held at Central Library. events.hpl.ca/event/17564158

Happy #OntarioPublicLibraryWeek from #TeamHPL! This year’s theme, Loud for Libraries, invites people across Ontario to consider what they are willing to do for #libraries in their own communities. Visit select HPL Branches to celebrate their respective anniversaries. 🎉🎈🎂

It's #CanadianLibraryWorkersDay! Shani and Sandra are sporting their #LibraryLove through their fun wearable choices. Support your local libraries this month and as we head into #OntarioPublicLibraryWeek (October 18-24) next week! 📚 #HamOnt #LibraryLife #LibrariesTransform

Pick up your locally-grown fresh produce, homemade jams and baked goods and stop by HPL's table at Waterdown Farmers' Market tomorrow, October 17. #TeamHPL's Anne and Hanna had so much fun last time making produce-themed buttons that they'll be bringing the button maker again.

Have you voted yet? Media experts from @CBCHamilton @CHCHNews @TheSpec will discuss local #HamOnt issues to help you make an informed decision on Election Day. Drop in and listen to a #MunicipalElection Media Panel on Monday October 19, 6:30pm at Central. hpl.ca/events

Step into a world of colour, creativity, and nature at the Hamilton Fall Floral Mum Show 💮starting this Saturday, October 17 until Sunday, October 25, 9am-7pm at the Gage Park Greenhouse. Children ages 0-5 are free. Greenhouse is wheelchair accessible and there's free parking.

#HamOnt, want to hear a blend of classic rock, blues, country, soul and dance hits spanning from the 1960s-90s? Then don't miss Vintage Noise in tomorrow's Noon Hour Concert on the 4th Floor of Central Library! hpl.ca/events Sponsored by @guild_musicians @HamiltonGuild

Seventeen days to go until #Halloween! 💀🎃 Eight Members created spooky Halloween Book Page Vases last week at Central to add frightful décor touches! hpl.ca/fright-fest

Families were treated to Hamilton Fire Department demos and advice at the Concession and Locke Branches during last week's Fire Prevention Week! 🚒 Kiddos learned about the life-saving equipment and uniforms involved when responding to emergency calls in the #HamOnt community.

Due to construction, Study Hall is cancelled this Thursday, October 15 at Turner Park Branch. The service will return on Monday, October 19. hpl.ca/study-halls #HamOnt

Due to popular demand, we've added more spots to our Evelyn Dick: Did She or Didn't She? event on October 13th. The event has been moved to the 4th Floor of Central. Secure your spot today! 📍 Tuesday, October 13 | 6PM | Central Library (4th Floor) 🎟️ hpl.libnet.info/event/170790…

Starting on Thursday, October 15, HPL's Bookmobile will visit Hamilton Children's Museum on Thursdays from 12:30-1:30pm (instead of Mondays, 3:30-4:30pm). Explore the newly-renovated City Museum and then hop onto the Bookmobile to pick up some Fall reads. hpl.ca/bookmobile

Drop in and practice your ASL skills this weekend! All skill levels welcome. No registration required. 📅 American Sign Language Conversation Club 📷 Saturday, October 10 | 2pm | Central Library (2nd Floor Program Room) 📷hpl.libnet.info/event/170589… #HamOnt

It's 10 year anniversary of Waterdown Village's annual Scarecrow Walk running until October 31! Waterdown Branch's scarecrow is inspired by R.L Stine's Goosebumps: The Scarecrow Walks at Midnight. #TeamHPL's Laura and Sarah changed it to "The Scarecrow Walks to the Library"!

She's a Lamb! by award-winning author Meredith Hambrock is your Hamilton Screams 2026 title 📚 Enjoy unlimited eBook and audiobook access on Libby during the month of October Join the conversation by participating in the Hamilton Screams 2026 Book Club: hpl.libnet.info/event/169655…