Upcoming Events at HPL

MONTHLY MAKERS - EXPLODING ARTWORK AT THE FARMERS' MARKET 9:00 - 11:00 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 Hackley Public Library is kicking off Monthly Makers:  a new program where we explore STEAM topics like Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. This month we are partnering with the MMA to create unique explosions of art with an alkaseltzer tablet and paint inside of a film canister                                                         Exploding Artwork is a drop-in activity from 9 am to 11 am, but we'll take a break for a quick storytime at 10 am. Meet us downtown at the Muskegon Farmers' Market for this fun lesson in art and chemistry!

Computer Class-Intro to Computers 10:30 am- 12:00 pm, Saturday, September 16 De'ondra Pentecost will teach computer classes on Saturdays from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. Registration is required. Call HPL at 231-722-8000 or visit HPL Events to register.  Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library. This weeks' topic--Intro to Computers:  Intro to computers 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.

Tech Tuesday 12:00 - 7:00 pm Tuesday, September 19 Reserve your 30 minute appointment to have your computer/tech questions answered by our in-house IT people. We will answer questions on using computers and apps-anything from how to navigate Windows to how to upload pictures to Facebook.  Call 231-722-8012 at least 24 hours in advance to reserve your spot.  By appointment only, walk-in spots will not be available.

Tips and Tricks for Phones and Tablets 1:00 pm, Wednesday, September 20 Having trouble with your tablet? Flustered by your phone? Bring it to HPL on Wednesdays at 1:00 to get tech help. Walk ins welcome.

STORYTIME 10:30 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 Join us for stories, songs, movement activities, and a craft just for little ones.

Computer Class-Word 10:30 am- 12:00 pm, Saturday, September 23 De'ondra Pentecost will teach computer classes on Saturdays from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. Registration is required. Call HPL at 231-722-8000 or visit HPL Events to register.  Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library. This weeks' topic--Word:  Learn the basics of word processing, including opening and saving a document, entering text and making changes.

MINECRAFT 2:00 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 Registration is required. Sharpen your diamond sword and get ready to mine with other Minecraft players. Register online at hackleylibrary.org, or by phone at 231-722-8014.

Book Discussion of X:  A Novel Tuesday, September 26, 6:00 PM Join Clayton Hardiman and explore how a young man with Michigan roots and boundless potential, but with the odds stacked against him, found a religion, a voice, and the podium that made him one of the most prominent figures in the Civil Rights movement and a 20th century leader.

Tips and Tricks for Phones and Tablets 1:00 pm, Wednesday, September 27 Having trouble with your tablet? Flustered by your phone? Bring it to HPL on Wednesdays at 1:00 to get tech help. Walk ins welcome.

STORYTIME 10:30 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 Join us for stories, songs, movement activities, and a craft just for little ones.

Computer Class-Excel 10:30 am, Saturday, September 30 De'ondra Pentecost will teach computer classes on Saturdays from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. Registration is required. Call HPL at 231-722-7276 or visit HPL events to register.  Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library. This weeks' topic-Intro to Excel.  Learn the basics of using a spreadsheet, including opening and saving, entering formulas, and making changes.

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST MOVIE 2:00 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 Be our guest for a tale as old as time. We're showing the new Beauty and the Beast, complete with sacks! The doors will open at 1:45 and the movie will begin promptly at 2:00. Room capacity is limited to 150.