Upcoming events at HPL

KIDS BEGINNING CROCHET WITH KATELYN AND NATALIE: SECOND SESSION 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM, SATURDAY, JANUARY 24, 2015 Kids -- want to learn to crochet? Beginners, ages 8 and up, are invited to learn basic crochet skills and make a simple craft. Supplies will be provided.

CINDERELLA'S BALL 2:00 PM, SATURDAY, JANUARY 24, 2015 Join us for HPL's rendition of Cinderella's ball with you as a guest. Cinderella will lead guests through songs, dance and fun games. Come dressed as your favorite princess/prince or character of your choice to enjoy the festivities. Guests will make a "royal craft" and enjoy a "royal treat". Ages 2 - 12 are welcome!

WINTER STORYTIME FUN FOR AGES 3 - 7 6:45 PM, MONDAY, JANUARY 26, 2015 Read Early, Read Often! Add one more book to the "1000 books before starting school list" that will make the difference in how well your child succeeds in school. Share a couple of books with Ms. Cassandra, some fingerplays, a craft, and a treat. Reading entertains, educates and inspires. Let's have some fun. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 231-722-7276, EXT. 230.

Trouble with Tablets 1:30 pm, Wednesay, January 28 Having trouble with your tablet? Bring it to HPL on Wednesdays at 1:30 to get tech help. Please register in advance by calling 231-722-7276.

Tech Wednesday Dropbox 3:00 pm Wednesday, January 28 Bring your laptop or tablet and follow along while we explain tech topics in an informal setting. Today we will look at Dropbox, a cloud-based storage site.

TODDLER PLAYDATE FUN FOR AGES 18 MONTHS - 3 YEARS 11:00 AM, THURSDAY, JANUARY 29, 2015 Join Ms. Cassandra for a story, fingerplays, action songs and imaginative play. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 231-722-7276, EXT. 230.

Saturday Computer Class-Facebook 11:00 am, Saturday, Jan 31 De'ondra Pentecost will teach computer classes this fall on Saturdays at 11 am and 12:15 pm. Registration is required. Call HPL at 231-722-7276 to register. This weeks’ topic--Facebook. Join your friends on Facebook. Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library.

Saturday Computer Class-Facebook 12:15 pm, Saturday, Jan 31 De'ondra Pentecost will teach computer classes this fall on Saturdays at 11 am and 12:15 pm. Registration is required. Call HPL at 231-722-7276 to register. This weeks’ topic--Facebook. Join your friends on Facebook. Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library.

KIDS HIP HOP DANCE CLINIC WITH MS. REBECCA: FIRST SESSION 12:00 - 1:00 PM, SATURDAY, JANUARY 31, 2015 Join Ms. Rebecca for two dance sessions in cool Hip Hop moves to keep up with the latest dance trends. The second session will be held at 12:00 noon, Saturday, February 7, 2105.

HULA HOOPING WITH MISS AUDACIOUS 2:00 PM, SATURDAY, JANUARY 31, 2015 Have some winter fun and great exercise at the same time participating in this fun hoop program!! Hoops will be provided--just bring yourself, dressed in comfy--not baggy--clothes. THIS IS A FAMILY EVENT FOR YOUNG AND OLD!

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2015 DEADLINE FOR BLACK HISTORY MONTH CALENDAR CONTEST ENTRIES CONTEST WINNERS WILL BE HONORED AT THE AWARDS PROGRAM, 2:00 PM, SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2015.

OFF THE WALL TEEN POETRY AND ART CONTEST BEGINS FEBRUARY 2 - FEBRUARY 28 "Off the Wall" is Hackley Public Library's creative writing and drawing contest for middle and high school students. Young people in grades 7 - 12 can enter poems, stories, drawings, comics, or any other original creative work. Flyers with details are available at the library. Entries are due at the library by 5:00 pm, Saturday, February 28, 2015. The best work will be published in the library's "Off the Wall" booklet. WINNERS WILL BE RECOGNIZED IN AN AWARDS CEREMONY.

WINTER STORYTIME FUN FOR AGES 3 - 7 6:45 PM, MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2015 Storytelling, picture books, finger plays, holiday tales and special fun. Each session ends with a craft project. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. CALL 231-722-7276, EXT. 230.

Hackley Handicrafts-Butter Making 6:00 pm, Monday, February 2 Learn a new craft with Nancy Hartman! This month she will introduce you to homemade butter making. Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library.

Brandon Davis and the Victory in Praise Choir 6:00 pm, Tuesday, February 3 In honor of Black History Month, the Victory in Praise Choir will be presenting a program with singing and surprises!

Trouble with Tablets 1:30 pm, Wednesday, February 4 Having trouble with your tablet? Bring it to HPL on Wednesdays at 1:30 to get tech help. Please register in advance by calling 231-722-7276.

TODDLER PLAYDATE FUN FOR AGES 18 MONTHS - 3 YEARS 11:00 AM, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2015 Join Ms. Cassandra for a story, fingerplays, action songs and imaginative play. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 231-722-7276, EXT. 230.

Saturday Computer Class-Youtube 11:00 am, Saturday Feb 7 De'ondra Pentecost will teach computer classes this fall on Saturdays at 11 am and 12:15 pm. Registration is required. Call HPL at 231-722-7276 to register. This weeks’ topic--YouTube. Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library.

KIDS HIP HOP DANCE CLINIC WITH MS. REBECCA: SECOND SESSION 12:00 - 1:00 PM, SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2015 Join Ms. Rebecca for the second of two dance sessions of cool Hip Hop moves to keep up with the latest dance trends.

Saturday Computer Class-Youtube 12:15 pm, Saturday Feb 7 De'ondra Pentecost will teach computer classes this fall on Saturdays at 11 am and 12:15 pm. Registration is required. Call HPL at 231-722-7276 to register. This weeks’ topic--YouTube. Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library.

MINECRAFT AT THE LIBRARY 2:00 PM, SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2015 Join us in the Hackley Public Library basement meeting rooms for our entry into the world of Minecraft, a cool kid's world, using building skills to create your own world. This will be a great time to meet other kids in the area who love Minecraft too. Beginners are welcome. This program is appropriate for children age 6 - 12. Seating is limited to 20! Registration is required. Beginning January 5, 2015, you can call 722-7276, ext. 230 to register and reserve your seat.