FREE tickets are now available to meet the Snow Queen at HPL!

FREE tickets are now available to pick up in the Hackley Public Library Youth Services department!

Stop by to pick up your tickets, and mark your calendar to meet the Snow Queen!

Mosaic tile restoration at Hackley Public Library

 

The marble, mosaic tiles in the main entry of Hackley Public Library are original to when the library first opened in 1890! Unfortunately some of the tile work had been damaged through the years, though much of the original tile work remains intact. 

In an effort to preserve the existing original tile work, as well as restore the floor to its original beauty, restoration has begun! 

Fortunately, approximately 80% of the original tile work will remain in place and in good condition, while approx. 20% of the tile work will be newly put in, made to match with the original concept. 

Marion Restoration, a company based from Chicago, has been working efficiently to ensure our mosaic floor at HPL is restored properly. Pictured above, and below with the next four photos, shows preparation work being done.

 The two photos below show some of the tile work that has been put in, showcasing vibrant colors and shapes.

Interested in seeing the progress of the tile work? Stop by Hackley Public Library, and as you exit the elevator, take a glance through the interior door window!

Our Write for Fright eZine is up!

Our Write for Fright eZine is up!

Halloween is around the corner! What better way to get in the spirit than with reading some spooky stories? Take a peek at some scary stories from our Write for Fright eZine (Click here)! Thank you to all of the creative and talented writers who submitted entries.

Don't forget! Tonight we're having an Open Mic Night at 6 PM in Hackley Public Library, and the winners of the Write for Fright contest will be announced! 

Empowering our community!

 "As Muskegon grows, the arts and culture landscape brings millions of dollars - and conversations of equity - to the community." - Muskegon Times

Take a peek here at how Muskegon's art scene is playing a role with empowering Muskegon and its entire county!

It's Erie, our friendly HPL spider!

We have a spider hanging around Hackley Public Library for the Halloween season! Don't worry - she's friendly!

She likes books, long walks in the rain, and eating flies. Tell her hi next time you're at HPL! 

AhFest Reception happening on October 10 in Muskegon!

What's happening in our community? Check out the AhFest HOPE Growers Reception, happening tomorrow, Thursday, October 10 from 5:30 - 7 PM! 
This reception is free to the public. Visit ahfest.org for more information! 

The entire county is invited to an evening celebrating HOPE across Muskegon. Join our 14 organizations for a relaxed reception hosted by ahFest (Muskegon Arts and Humanities Festival), an informal arts-council style collaboration consisting of fourteen members from music and museums to art, theatre, film, humanities, radio, tourism and more.

Reception details: HOPE GROWERS - ahFest Reception, Thursday, October 10, 5:30-7 p.m.
Located at The Block in downtown Muskegon. 360 W. Western Ave. Fl. 2nd., Muskegon, MI, 49440

FREE TO THE PUBLIC. No need to reserve your space. Come for five minutes or for the entire evening, but please COME!

Light snacks, a cash bar and live music will be the backdrop for several engaging Hope Grower presentations from Muskegon County residents who are finding and growing HOPE in their own backyards, all across our beautiful County of Muskegon.

Interested in computers?

Learn more about using a computer at

 Hackley Public Library!

Register for our FREE computer classes by calling 231-722-8011, visiting hackleylibrary.org, or by stopping in to HPL and signing up at the Reference Desk.