Just a note...

So saddened to hear of Ned Vizzini's suicide yesterday. I know his books (such as It's Kind of a Funny Story) dealing with topics like mental illness and depression gave hope to a lot of teens (and adults too). It's easy to feel like the best thing to do is to say goodbye and give up, and that things will never get better. If you do feel this way, there are people that are willing to listen at COAST Hamilton. You can call them anonymously 24 hours a day at 905-972-8338. Take care over the holidays and talk to someone if you need to.

(Enough seriousness. Back to your regularly scheduled book loving on Monday)

holiday hours!

Even librarians need a holiday (when else would we get all that reading done? Kidding!) so make sure you check our holiday hours (pdf).

Some branches that are not normally open on Fridays (ie. my own branch Saltfleet) are open on the 28th and we're all closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

Of course, exterior drop boxes are available if you have materials to return and you can always access our e-book and magazine collection 24/7 at www.hpl.ca

Have a wonderful holiday!