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Newcomer Learning Centre at Hamilton Public Library serves people who are new to Canada.
Services include:
- English language tutoring
- Conversation circles
- English programming for seniors
- Print and non-print material for learners and teachers
- Volunteer opportunities in partnership with Newcomers to Canada
Due to COVID-19 precautions, all Library programs and group activities are cancelled. Bookmobiles, Extended Access, Study Halls and Visiting Library Service are also suspended. Online services are available.
Hamilton Public Library offers makerspaces at select branches. These spaces offer equipment to allow customers to create and edit digital photos and video, use Adobe Creative Suite, play and record music. Some spaces provide access to specialized printers.
A list of participating library branches and available equipment can be found on the website.
Online services available here: Online Services
Questions regarding online services and other matters are answered through ASKHPL at: Book an Appointment
Provides library materials to Hamilton residents who are unable to get out to use the library or make use of its services on their own. Library staff select materials based on participants' needs and interests. A Visiting Library Service volunteer, family member, or friend delivers the materials and collects materials for return every 4 weeks.
Due to COVID-19 precautions, all Library programs and group activities are cancelled. Bookmobiles, Extended Access, Study Halls and Visiting Library Service are also suspended. Online services are available.
Hamilton Public Library offers makerspaces at select branches. These spaces offer equipment to allow customers to create and edit digital photos and video, use Adobe Creative Suite, play and record music. Some spaces provide access to specialized printers.
A list of participating library branches and available equipment can be found on the website.
Due to COVID-19 precautions, all Library programs and group activities are cancelled. Bookmobiles, Extended Access, Study Halls and Visiting Library Service are also suspended. Online services are available.
Hamilton Public Library offers makerspaces at select branches. These spaces offer equipment to allow customers to create and edit digital photos and video, use Adobe Creative Suite, play and record music. Some spaces provide access to specialized printers.
A list of participating library branches and available equipment can be found on the website.
Public library that offers:
Collections for borrowing:
- books including graphic novel, paperback and board book
- audiobooks
- movies and TV shows including DVD and Blu-ray disc
- music and sound including music CD and printed music
- video games
- magazines and newspapers
- accessible formats including large print, DAISY and braille
- for catalogue see here
Digital resources:
- eBooks and eAudiobooks
- movies, TV and music
- magazines and newspapers
- learning and research
- local history databases
- Halton Community Services Directory
- for more information see here or to see all online resources see here
Books and beyond to borrow or use in branch:
- tech lending collection
- kits including book clubs kits, birdwatching backpacks, sensory support and cognitive care
- community access pass to select cultural institutions, natural areas and gardens
- seed library
- accessibility aids and devices to use in the library and to borrow and take home
- for more information see here
Programs:
- free virtual (on Zoom) and in-person programs
- some events are drop-in, others require registration
- for a complete list of programs and events see here
Services:
- accessibility
- public computers
- printing (fee for use), scanning and faxing (fee for use - Central, New Appleby and Tansley Wood branches only)
- WiFi
- light therapy lamps
- for a complete list of services see here
Information Burlington
- free, confidential information & referral to range of government and community services
- for more information see separate listing here
Local History Services at Central Branch
- research assistance and access to the local history collection and archives
- for more information see here
MakerSpace at Central Branch
- a space with laser cutter, vinyl cutter, vinyl printer, 3D printing, large format photo printer and scanner, button maker and die cutter, and embroidery machine
- for more information see here
Meeting Room Rentals
- meeting rooms for organizations and non-profit groups
- for more information see separate listing here
New to Canada
- books, DVDs, newspapers, community resources and more
- for more information see here
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
Food for Life Community Fridge location (Aldershot branch only)
- access to nutritious food during branch open hours
- for more information see separate listing here
Due to COVID-19 precautions, all Library programs and group activities are cancelled. Bookmobiles, Extended Access, Study Halls and Visiting Library Service are also suspended. Online services are available.
Hamilton Public Library offers makerspaces at select branches. These spaces offer equipment to allow customers to create and edit digital photos and video, use Adobe Creative Suite, play and record music. Some spaces provide access to specialized printers.
A list of participating library branches and available equipment can be found on the website.
Public library that offers:
Collections for borrowing:
- books including graphic novel, paperback and board book
- audiobooks
- movies and TV shows including DVD and Blu-ray disc
- music and sound including music CD and printed music
- video games
- magazines and newspapers
- accessible formats including large print, DAISY and braille
- for catalogue see here
Digital resources:
- eBooks and eAudiobooks
- movies, TV and music
- magazines and newspapers
- learning and research
- local history databases
- Halton Community Services Directory
- for more information see here or to see all online resources see here
Books and beyond to borrow or use in branch:
- tech lending collection
- kits including book clubs kits, birdwatching backpacks, sensory support and cognitive care
- community access pass to select cultural institutions, natural areas and gardens
- seed library
- accessibility aids and devices to use in the library and to borrow and take home
- for more information see here
Programs:
- free virtual (on Zoom) and in-person programs
- some events are drop-in, others require registration
- for a complete list of programs and events see here
Services:
- accessibility
- public computers
- printing (fee for use), scanning and faxing (fee for use - Central, New Appleby and Tansley Wood branches only)
- WiFi
- light therapy lamps
- for a complete list of services see here
Information Burlington
- free, confidential information & referral to range of government and community services
- for more information see separate listing here
Local History Services at Central Branch
- research assistance and access to the local history collection and archives
- for more information see here
MakerSpace at Central Branch
- a space with laser cutter, vinyl cutter, vinyl printer, 3D printing, large format photo printer and scanner, button maker and die cutter, and embroidery machine
- for more information see here
Meeting Room Rentals
- meeting rooms for organizations and non-profit groups
- for more information see separate listing here
New to Canada
- books, DVDs, newspapers, community resources and more
- for more information see here
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold