Congratulations to the 2024 nine Bookmark Contest winners and thank you to the hundreds of artists who entered their creations in the competition! hpl.ca/articles/hpl-b…. Eleven year old Lily-Anne kicks off the series with September's detailed space-themed bookmark design.

Members brought in their treasured goods for fixing at Saturday's Repair Cafe at Central Library. The smiles say it all - they were able to save their items from the landfill by giving them a second life. hpl.ca/events

See you tomorrow, Mac! 📚♥️

#OrangeShirtDay is September 30. Visit any Branch or Bookmobile site to pick up an Every Child Matters sticker to show your support. Browse our collection of books and movies focused on Indigenous voices, authors, storytellers, musicians, and artists. hpl.ca/Orange-Shirt-D…

Register for a six-week program that teaches #olderadults 55+ about #computer #skills and how to stay safe online. Presented by Mishka Social Services. The program runs Tuesdays September 17 until October 22, 9:30am-11am at Central Library. events.hpl.ca/event/11301714 #HamOnt

Teens, learn how to #sew with Help A Girl Out Canada at these upcoming branch sessions: events.hpl.ca/event/11261862 (Sept 19) events.hpl.ca/event/11379596 (Sept 21) events.hpl.ca/event/11257715 (Sept 28) events.hpl.ca/event/11257510 (Oct 26) #HamOnt #periodpoverty #sewing HWCDSB Christian Service HWDSB Arts

If you plan to visit Central Library, please take account these temporary Supercrawl road closures: September 12, 7pm - September 16, 5am York Boulevard, Bay Street to Hughson Street September 12, 1:30am - September 16, 5am James Street North, King Street to Strachan Street

#HamOnt-based band, Wreckless Harbour kicks off our Supercrawl partnership this Friday, September 13 at noon at Central Library! Then return on Sat and Sun, 1-4pm for Open Window Artist Talks featuring #local #makers. hpl.ca/events Photo Credit: Zoë Pinnell Ceramics

Meet Anna Chatterton at TONIGHT's Welcome Reception at Central Library from 6:30-8pm. A writer and actor, Chatterton is a two-time finalist for the Governor General’s Literary Award for Drama. Learn more at hpl.ca/writer-residen… #HamOnt McMaster Libraries

There's still time to borrow a copy of Moon of the Turning Leaves by Waubgeshig Rice for the Waterdown Books and Brews #BookClub! Meet #TeamHPL on Friday, September 20, 3:30-4:30pm Copper Kettle Cafe and enjoy some hot java and excellent fritters while we discuss the book together.

We pull book trucks (carts) not buses but #TeamHPL made an exception today for the United Way Halton & Hamilton #HSR bus pull at City Hall! #HamOnt #givingback

Yes, #reading is dino-mite! With another #school week wrapping up, take some time this weekend to visit your local HPL branch to borrow some reads for the whole family to enjoy. The featured displays can be seen at the Binbrook Branch. hpl.ca/binbrook #HamOnt

What are my rights as a #tenant in #HamOnt? Visit the Westdale Branch this coming Monday, September 16 at 5 pm to learn about your #housingrights from the lawyers at Hamilton Community Legal Clinic Register your free seat here: events.hpl.ca/event/11281760

Check mate! Bring your #kids to play #chess on Saturdays from 2-4pm at the Binbrook Branch this fall. Starting tomorrow (September 14), feel the intensity while playing with other fans of the game. events.hpl.ca/event/11755352 #HamOnt

One week away! The 16th annual Telling Tales at Royal Botanical Gardens returns next weekend, September 21-22. Pre-register to attend and for free shuttle buses. hpl.ca/articles/telli… Stop by our #TeamHPL's booth in the Global Garden for storytimes and hands-on activities.

Mahalakshmi and Sunil came three nights in a row to work on and complete the Red Hill community puzzle! They enjoyed it so much that they'll be back to start working on the new one the branch will be putting out. hpl.ca/red-hill

Don’t miss our screening of #TRAINWRECK at the Central Library on Saturday, September 21st at 1pm. A sobering call-to-action documentary about #lightrailtransit, #gentrification, and #resistance in #HamOnt. Featuring a Q&A with the filmmakers. hpl.ca/events

Self-Serve Extended Access at the Carlisle, Freelton, Lynden and, Greensville branches has returned! 📚 Registered Members can browse collections and access Wi-Fi and library space when HPL Staff are not scheduled. Register for this convenient service at hpl.ca/extended-access