Upcoming Events

Genealogy / Family History Workshop 10:30 am, Saturday, March 9 Presented by the Muskegon County Genealogy Society. For anyone who is excited about researching their family history. You must pre-register; limited to 6 individuals for each workshop. 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. in the Local History & Genealogy Department at the Torrent House. Please call 722-7276 ext. 240 to register.

Lego Mania 2 PM Saturday, Mar 9 Create your own world with LEGOs. Come on in. We’ll supply the LEGOs. You supply the imagination.

Genealogy Family History Workshop 2:00 pm, Saturday, March 9 Presented by the Muskegon County Genealogy Society. For anyone who is excited about researching their family history. You must pre-register; limited to 6 individuals for each workshop. 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. in the Local History & Genealogy Department at the Torrent House. Please call 722-7276 ext. 240 to register.

Ulyssses Group 10:00 am, Tuesday, March 12 Led by Pat Wade and Beth Carozza, this book discussion group meets in the Julia Hackley Room of the Library on the second Tuesday of each month from 10:00-11:30 am. For more information call 231-722-7276 x 222.

Made in the Mitten 6:00 PM Tuesday, March 12, Made in the Mitten: Savoring Michigan’s Rich Foodie & Agricultural History Michigan is the second-most agriculturally-diverse state in the country. From cherries and grapes to blueberries and pumpkins, peaches and apples to asparagus and celery (and many, many more), the Great Lakes State is often referred to as the “Mitten of Plenty.” Add to that a growing industry focused on locally-sourced products such as cheese, poultry, sauces, jams, breads, chocolates and SO much more, and you have a feast just waiting to be devoured. Michigan is also home to many significant food manufacturers — such as Kellogg’s, Better Made Potato Chips, American Spoon Foods, Biggby Coffee, Jiffy Mix and Kowalski meats, just to name a few — that have helped shape Michigan’s culture. This program will not only introduce audiences to Michigan’s rich foodie and agricultural history, but will allow everyone to sample a few Michigan-made products as well! Brought to you through the generosity of the PNC Foundation.

Good Yarn Knitters 5:30 pm, Wednesday, March 13 Open to knitters of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced. Learn to knit, hone your skills, help other knitters! For more information call 231-722-7276 and ask for Jocelyn. Meets every Wednesday, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm.

Computer Class-Basic 11:00 am, Thursday, March 14 Computer classes at Hackley Public Library Hackley Public Library will be offering computer classes this winter. Space on library-owned computers is limited to 18 people, with the possibility of two people sharing a machine.; advanced registration is required for each class. Two identical sessions of each class are available: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. De’Ondra Pentecost will be teaching the classes, which will be held in the meeting room on the lower level. Call the Library’s main desk at 722-7276 to register. Registration starts two weeks before the class. Brought to you through the generosity of the PNC Foundation. March 7: Couponing: Save money by printing coupons from the Internet. Learn which sites to go to to get good deals. March 14: Basic: Basic Computing will offer an introduction to what a computer is and how to use it. It is designed for beginners with little or no knowledge of computers. Topics covered will include an explanation of Windows and files, how to turn on a computer, and how to use the mouse. March 21: Word: Learn the basics of word processing, including opening and saving a document, entering text and making changes. March 28: Internet/Email: Learn how to "surf the net", set up an email account, and find your away around cyberspace.

Computer Class-Basic 2:00 pm, Thursday, March 14 Computer classes at Hackley Public Library Hackley Public Library will be offering computer classes this winter. Space on library-owned computers is limited to 18 people, with the possibility of two people sharing a machine.; advanced registration is required for each class. Two identical sessions of each class are available: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. De’Ondra Pentecost will be teaching the classes, which will be held in the meeting room on the lower level. Call the Library’s main desk at 722-7276 to register. Registration starts two weeks before the class. Brought to you through the generosity of the PNC Foundation. March 7: Couponing: Save money by printing coupons from the Internet. Learn which sites to go to to get good deals. March 14: Basic: Basic Computing will offer an introduction to what a computer is and how to use it. It is designed for beginners with little or no knowledge of computers. Topics covered will include an explanation of Windows and files, how to turn on a computer, and how to use the mouse. March 21: Word: Learn the basics of word processing, including opening and saving a document, entering text and making changes. March 28: Internet/Email: Learn how to "surf the net", set up an email account, and find your away around cyberspace.

History Speaks Puppet Show 2:00 pm, Saturday, March 16 Puppets are fun and you can learn a lot from them -- History, Manners and a whole bunch more. Take a trip to the past with former MPS teacher Ann Marie Easley and her animated puppet friends.

SPRING STORYTIMES FOR AGES 3 - 7 6:45 PM Mondays, March 18 to April 29 Storytelling, picture books, finger plays, holiday tales, and special fun. Each session ends with a craft project. Signup required. To register phone 722-7276, ext 230

Crafts for Grownups 6:00 pm, Monday, March 18: Recycled newspaper basket Join craft maven Nancy Harman on the third Monday of each month (with some exceptions). These are geared towards older teens and grownups. Call HPL for supply lists. These are free, and open to the public. Brought to you through the generosity of the PNC Foundation.

HPL Board Meeting 5:30 pm, Tuesday, March 19 Open to the public. Meets in the Julia Hackley Room

Tech Wednesday-Skype 2:30 pm, Wednesday, March 20 Tech Wednesdays are 30-60 minute long mini watch-and-learn classes on technical topics. They are held in the Julia Hackley Room twice a month at 2:30 pm and are free and open to the public. Feel free to bring your own laptop and follow along.

Good Yarn Knitters 5:30 pm, Wednesday, March 20 Open to knitters of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced. Learn to knit, hone your skills, help other knitters! For more information call 231-722-7276 and ask for Jocelyn. Meets every Wednesday, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm.

Computer Class-Word 11:00 am, Thursday, March 21 Computer classes at Hackley Public Library Hackley Public Library will be offering computer classes this winter. Space on library-owned computers is limited to 18 people, with the possibility of two people sharing a machine.; advanced registration is required for each class. Two identical sessions of each class are available: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. De’Ondra Pentecost will be teaching the classes, which will be held in the meeting room on the lower level. Call the Library’s main desk at 722-7276 to register. Registration starts two weeks before the class. Brought to you through the generosity of the PNC Foundation. March 7: Couponing: Save money by printing coupons from the Internet. Learn which sites to go to to get good deals. March 14: Basic: Basic Computing will offer an introduction to what a computer is and how to use it. It is designed for beginners with little or no knowledge of computers. Topics covered will include an explanation of Windows and files, how to turn on a computer, and how to use the mouse. March 21: Word: Learn the basics of word processing, including opening and saving a document, entering text and making changes. March 28: Internet/Email: Learn how to "surf the net", set up an email account, and find your away around cyberspace.

Computer Class-Word 2:00 pm, Thursday, March 21 Computer classes at Hackley Public Library Hackley Public Library will be offering computer classes this winter. Space on library-owned computers is limited to 18 people, with the possibility of two people sharing a machine.; advanced registration is required for each class. Two identical sessions of each class are available: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. De’Ondra Pentecost will be teaching the classes, which will be held in the meeting room on the lower level. Call the Library’s main desk at 722-7276 to register. Registration starts two weeks before the class. Brought to you through the generosity of the PNC Foundation. March 7: Couponing: Save money by printing coupons from the Internet. Learn which sites to go to to get good deals. March 14: Basic: Basic Computing will offer an introduction to what a computer is and how to use it. It is designed for beginners with little or no knowledge of computers. Topics covered will include an explanation of Windows and files, how to turn on a computer, and how to use the mouse. March 21: Word: Learn the basics of word processing, including opening and saving a document, entering text and making changes. March 28: Internet/Email: Learn how to "surf the net", set up an email account, and find your away around cyberspace.

Rainbow Easter Eggs 2 PM to 4 PM Saturday, Mar 23 - Bring 2 or more hardboiled eggs - Join us for HPL’s Annual Egg-stravaganza. Make amazing Easter eggs, with multicolored swirls, dots and stripes. Eggs are dipped again and again to build up a rainbow of colors. Drop in anytime during event hours. Families bring their own hardboiled eggs to take part.