Upcoming Events at HPL

MINECRAFT AT THE LIBRARY FOR AGES 6 - 12 2:00 - 4:00 PM, SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2015 THIS PROGRAM WILL BE LOCATED IN THE LIBRARY'S BASEMENT LEVEL MEETING ROOMS. ALL SEATS FOR THE MARCH MINECRAFT PROGRAM ARE RESERVED, AND REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. REGISTRATION FOR THE APRIL MINECRAFT PROGRAM WILL BEGIN AT NOON, MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2015.

HPL'S "STORYTIME WITH MS. CASSANDRA" IS ON THE ROAD! STARTING MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2015 Hackley Public Library's Youth Services Librarian, Ms. Cassandra, will be bringing her popular storytime program to local preschools and daycare centers! Each event includes stories, songs, action rhymes, and more! TO SCHEDULE MS. CASSANDRA TO COME TO YOUR LOCATION, CALL 231-722-7276, EXT. 230.

REGISTRATION FOR HACKLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY'S MINECRAFT PROGRAM NOON, MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2015 Sign up for April Minecraft Program begins. Call 722-7276, ext. 230. Please speak with someone; do not leave a message.

"OFF THE WALL" TEEN POETRY AND ART CONTEST AWARDS CELEBRATION 6:30 PM, MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2015 Winning poets and artists of Hackley Public Library's "Off the Wall" contest will be honored during this event. Readings by the contest winners will be accompanied by coffee, hot chocolate and cookies. The winning entries will be published in the library's "Off the Wall" booklet.

Finances for Lunch 12:00 - 1:00 pm, Wednesday, March 18 Bring your lunch and learn about finances with employees from PNC Bank. This month’s topic is "Pay Yourself First."

Trouble with your Tablet? 1:30 pm, Wednesday, March 18 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.

CINDERELLA'S BALL SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 2015 Beautiful Cinderella is returning to help us host two more sessions, particularly for those unable to attend before, but anyone can call to register for a session. Each session will include a royal dance, games, crafts, treats, and will be limited to 40 children. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 231-722-7276, EXT. 230. Morning session: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM Afternoon session: 2:00 – 3:30 PM

Saturday Computer Class-Intro to the Internet 11:00 am, Saturday, March 21 De'ondra Pentecost will teach computer classes on Saturdays at 11 am and 12:15 pm. Registration is required. Call HPL at 231-722-7276 to register. This weeks’ topic--Intro to the Internet. Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library.

Saturday Computer Class-Intro to the Internet 12:15 pm, Saturday, March 21 De'ondra Pentecost will teach computer classes on Saturdays at 11 am and 12:15 pm. Registration is required. Call HPL at 231-722-7276 to register. This weeks’ topic--Intro to the Internet. Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library.

Michigan Mysteries and Oddities 6:00 pm, Tuesday, March 24 Join Ron Rademacher as he talks about the back roads of Michigan and the Historic Oddities & Small Towns you can find there. He will present a slideshow that describes road trips to unique destinations. At the end will be a question and answer period and a chance to buy books.

Trouble with your Tablet? 1:30 pm, Wednesday, March 25 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-Word 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Wednesday, March 25 Bring your laptop or tablet and follow along while we explain tech topics in an informal setting. Today we will look at Word.

Saturday Computer Class-Intro to Publisher 11:00 am, Saturday, March 28 De'ondra Pentecost will teach computer classes on Saturdays at 11 am and 12:15 pm. Registration is required. Call HPL at 231-722-7276 to register. This weeks’ topic--Intro to Publisher. Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library.

Saturday Computer Class-Intro to Publisher 12:15 pm, Saturday, March 28 De'ondra Pentecost will teach computer classes on Saturdays at 11 am and 12:15 pm. Registration is required. Call HPL at 231-722-7276 to register. This weeks’ topic--Intro to Publisher. Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library.

FAMILY LEGO MANIA AT THE LIBRARY 2:00 PM SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2015 KIDS! What can YOU build with LEGOs? Bring the whole family out for this family-friendly activity. The most creative builds win a candy prize. We provide the LEGOs; you provide the imagination!

Gardening-Start with a Plan 2:00 - 3:30 pm, Saturday, March 28 Join Community Gardeners to learn the latest on growing productive and attractive gardens. Session 1) March 28: Great gardens start with a great plan. From soil preparation to planting companions, design your garden for maximum benefit. What needs to be planted when? Upcoming sessions: Session 2) April 25: From Seed to Plant. Review planting techniques, watering, herb and flowers that enhance a garden; Compost and mulch options. Session 3) June 6: In the Ground - pest and disease prevention, weed control, watering - too much or too little. Favorite ideas and recipes for produce.