Tuesday, December 22, 2020

Book Bundles at Hackley Library!

Need to purchase some last minute gifts? Our Friends of Hackley Public Library have you covered! 

Stop by HPL and take a peek at the book bundles put together by the Friends. They are bundled by genre, and are at great prices! These bundles can make a nice addition to your own home library, or will make a beautiful gift to someone special. 

HPL will open on Tuesday, December 22 and Wednesday, December 23 from 10-2 pm. Feel free to give us a call with any questions (231-722-8000)! 







Monday, December 21, 2020

Mark your calendar to enjoy Ruth & Max Bloomquist virtually in concert!

 Don't miss this talented duo as they perform virtually for Hackley Public Library!


Having a passion for music for over 40 years, Ruth & Max Bloomquist bring a musical presence that everyone will enjoy!

With influences of folk, bluegrass, and country, this duo has created a heart touching acoustic Americana that is all their own. 

This performance will take place virtually at 6 pm on January 25, via Zoom. 

Closer to the date of the event, registrants will receive an email with a Zoom link for the program.  Free.





Wednesday, December 16, 2020

Begin your new year with more energy!

 

What would you do if you had more energy?


Learn how to renew this valuable resource!  Joshua Watson, of Compass Health and Wellness, will discuss primary food, factors that drain energy, foods that increase and decrease your energy levels, and crowding out.

To register for this insightful program, click HERE, or visit hackleylibrary.org, HPL's Facebook page, call 231-722-8011, or stop by HPL.
Closer to the date of the event, registrants will receive an email with a link for viewing the program.  Free.




Tuesday, December 15, 2020

What Muskegon Lake Means to Me - Essay Contest


Are you a high school student that lives in the Nelson neighborhood?

Are you interested in learning how to kayak?


Nelson Neighborhood and the Muskegon Lake Watershed Partnership are teaming up to offer an essay contest with the topic What Muskegon Lake Means to Me. Share what it means to live close to Muskegon Lake and imagine how Muskegon will use the lake in the future!

This competition is open to students in grades 9-12 that live in the Nelson Neighborhood.

The first ten entries will receive a free kayaking lesson in 2021. 

The First Place essay will receive $100

Second Place will receive $50

Submit an essay no longer than 500 words either in person at Hackley Public Library or via email to askus@hackleylibrary.org with the subject line "Essay Contest".

All entries must be received by 2:00 PM on December 30, 2020 and need to include your name, age, phone number, address, and where you go to school.

Click HERE to visit the Facebook Event page for this contest!

Wednesday, December 9, 2020

Reindeer Hot Chocolate kits available!

Great news!

'Reindeer Hot Chocolate' craft kits are now available to pick up from Hackley Library!
Stop by HPL sometime during open hours (10 am - 2 pm, Mon-Sat) and pick up this tasty Take and Make craft kit.
Supplies are available through December 23, and while supplies last.
An instructional video is now available to watch on HPL's Facebook page (click here for link).








Thursday, December 3, 2020

Throw-back to an earlier time. ~

 


Muskegon has so many unique neighborhoods, each with a history of their own.

This 'Throw-Back-Thursday' in time from 1888 shows a street scene in beautiful Lakeside.


Wednesday, December 2, 2020

Congratulations, Dorothy!




We are thrilled to wish Circulation Manager Dorothy Johnson the happiest retirement! While we will miss her greatly, we are excited for her new adventure.
Take a peek at the link below and see a glimpse into Dorothy's history with Hackley Library (click the center of the page-flip catalog to view it larger!).
Dorothy's last day will be December 3 - feel free to stop by sometime to say hello!



 

Monday, November 30, 2020

December Craft Kits for Kids and All Ages!

 


*Hi friends!
Our December craft supplies haven’t quite made it to us yet, so there might be a delay with craft kit pick-up. Don’t worry, we’ll keep you posted! Watch for an update on when free December craft kits will be available to pick up. Thank you!


Wednesday, November 18, 2020

HPL Temporarily Closed - Enjoy Digital Resources at Home

 


Hackley Public Library is temporarily closed, and will reopen Friday, November 20 at 10 am.

Though HPL was not ordered to close, we are doing this as a precautionary measure. The safety of our patrons and staff is of utmost importance.

We appreciate your understanding and apologize for this inconvenience!

Don't forget, you can enjoy digital resources right from home!

Click HERE to visit HPL's Digital Library at hackleylibrary.org.




Monday, November 16, 2020

Time to Rock and Roll with some new books and DVDs!

 



We're excited that it's Monday because we get to see YOU!

Stop by HPL and browse our new books & new DVDs, as well as our fiction, large print, and audiobook sections. Don't forget, you can browse through our Youth Services bookstacks too!

HPL's main building hours are currently 10 am - 2 pm, Monday through Saturday.


Wednesday, November 11, 2020

Thank you Veterans

We are grateful for our veterans, and we thank you for your service!



A friendly reminder that Hackley Library is open today, November 11 from 10 am - 2 pm.




Sunday, November 8, 2020

Happening at 4 pm today, Sunday, November 8!

Happening in about an hour!




Watch this virtual performance from HPL's Facebook live video pages or HPL's YouTube channel videos page at 4 pm.


Visit HPL's Facebook Live videos page:
https://www.facebook.com/HackleyPL/live_videos/


Saturday, November 7, 2020

Reading is Dreaming ~

Have fun dreaming while reading on this beautiful November day! 

Image Credit: Rosetta Books Twitter


Monday, November 2, 2020

Have you voted?

 



Do you have questions about voting? Find helpful details HERE!

Make sure your voice is heard during this election.  Every voice matters, and every vote counts!

Wednesday, October 28, 2020

Halloween Boo Baskets!

 


Hey friends!

We have two nifty Halloween 'Boo' Baskets to give out and we would like to gift YOU! 

Be the first or second family to visit HPL's Youth Services and check out books on Halloween day (Saturday, October 31) to receive a super special Halloween gift basket.  

Halloween 'Boo' Baskets are courtesy of Macaroni Kid (Grand Haven, Spring Lake, Muskegon)!

HPL is open 10 am - 2 pm.  *One Boo Basket per family.

Wednesday, October 21, 2020

Guess what? You can now browse through New Books and New DVDs!

 Guess what!

You can now browse through Hackley Library's NEW Books and NEW DVDs!
These new items are located inside HPL's Julia Hackley Room - stop in sometime to see what's new at HPL!

Current open hours are 10 am - 2 pm, Monday through Saturday.
Feel free to reach out with questions!

Click the image below to view some of the latest new books at Hackley Library.


Friday, October 16, 2020

Don't miss Lake Monsters of the Great Lakes!


Lake Monsters of the Great Lakes

Virtual Zoom Presentation

6:00 pm, Tuesday, October 27

Join Shetan Noir virtually as she talks about lake monsters and other odd creatures of the Great Lakes. Visit the link below or call 231-722-8011 to sign up for this exciting event! All ages welcome. Free.

Monday, October 12, 2020

Mark your calendar for these virtual programs!

Have you signed up for either of these fun and free virtual programs?

Secure a spot by visiting by clicking on the images below!








Monday, October 5, 2020

Enjoy Muskegon Civic Theatre's Fire Pit Follies!

 



Visit HERE to register for this free, virtual event! 


We can't be together in the theatre – Muskegon Civic Theatre is bringing the show to you!
The Hackley Public Library is proud to announce a unique addition to the Muskegon Civic Theatre fall concert series: The Fire Pit Follies.
We are excited to invite you to join us on October 10 at 7:30 PM via Zoom in the Hackley Public Library's Great Room to enjoy Broadway show tunes performed by members of the talented Muskegon Civic Theatre cast.
If you'd like to enjoy this free, virtual program, please visit the link below to register a spot. Closer to the event, registrants will receive an email with information on viewing this program. Free.


Saturday, September 12, 2020

Happening today! Ruxy Muzik with Dave Rucks



Happening TODAY!

At 2 pm today on Saturday, September 12, visit HPL's Facebook Live videos page (link is below), and enjoy this virtual music performance!



 

Thursday, September 10, 2020

Ruxy Muzik with Dave Rucks - Virtual Music Performance

 



Ruxy Muzik with Dave Rucks
2-3 PM, Saturday, September 12
Virtual Music Performance on HPL's Facebook Page

Ranging from classic rock to R&B, to blues, to pop, to contemporary rock and also cool jazz, seasoned musician Dave Rucks brings a high energy performance.
This entertainer has performed around the world with national acts and is now available to watch virtually through the HPL Facebook Page or Youtube Channel!
Mark your calendar for this virtual music performance, happening on Hackley Library's Facebook page and YouTube channel at 2 PM on Saturday September 12. All Ages. Free.


Visit the link below for the HPL's LIVE videos, where you'll be able to watch this free music performance at 2 pm on Saturday, September 12.
https://www.facebook.com/HackleyPL/live_videos/




Tuesday, September 1, 2020

HPL's Local History & Genealogy department is open to the public!

HPL's Local History & Genealogy Department, located in the Torrent House, is open to the public! Look below for details. 


Have you been browsing? 

Don't forget!  In HPL's Main Building, the Fiction, Large Print, and Audiobook sections are open for browsing.

The Youth Services bookstacks are open for browsing too! 


Give us a call or stop in with questions!

Website: hackleylibrary.org

Facebook: facebook.com/HackleyPL/

Phone: 231-722-8000

Email: askus@hackleylibrary.org



Saturday, August 15, 2020

Learn how to make your money last with this free, virtual seminar!

 


Join us for a virtual seminar with Financial Advisor Breanna Hansen!

During this free event, we'll discuss strategies designed to help you work toward fulfilling your retirement expectations, focusing on providing not only for your income needs today but also well into the future. We'll also explore how to address such key concerns as inflation, health care expenses and market volatility, as well as ways to prepare in advance for things that may not go as expected.

Sign up for this free, virtual event by providing your email at the link below! Closer to the event, you'll receive an email with instructions on viewing this program. Free.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScGVwoDbd5tEVY9_x-LFtH2Ykhf0FKWkGHNeWsG-NprsoMWKQ/viewform

Monday, August 10, 2020

Discover something new!

 


It's a beautiful week to discover something new!
Stop in to Hackley Public Library this week, and see what you can find. ~

Current open hours:
10 am - 2 pm, Monday through Saturday. 






Monday, August 3, 2020

Coming up tomorrow on Facebook!




The Music of New Orleans
with the Boogie Woogie Kid!

6 PM, Tuesday, August 4
Online Facebook LIVE event on HPL's Facebook page


Enjoy the YouTube Sensation of 4 million views!
Matthew Ball, aka The Boogie Woogie Kid, will perform a family-friendly program of New Orleans Boogie-Blues-Swing and Song favorites from the 20s 30s and 40s.

With piano and song hits like Ain’t Misbehavin, It Had to be You, In The Mood, When the Saints Go Marchin’ In, Careless Love, Basin Street Blues, Glory of Love, The Entertainer, Bumble Boogie, and more, there is something for all ages to enjoy! Free.

Wednesday, July 8, 2020

Sign up for free craft kits!

Calling all kids and teens! Are you feeling crafty this summer? 
HPL has different crafts for you to enjoy making at home!


Take and Make Craft for Kids!
Fun with Pipe Cleaners
3:00 PM, Thursday, July 16

Click HERE to fill out the form and register for your free, craft kit(s)!
Follow along online with Miss Lydia and put together a fun craft kit prepared by the library. Register ahead of time for your kit, pick it up at the library, and tune in at 3:00 pm the day of the event for a live demonstration. Follow our Facebook Page for any updates! Free to participate.
July 16 Craft: Fun with pipe cleaners
August 13 Craft: Craft stick summer birds



Take and Make Craft for Teens!
Beaded Bookmarks
6:00 PM, Thursday, July 30

Click HERE to fill out a form and register for your free craft kit(s)!
Follow along online with Miss Melissa and put together a fun craft kit prepared by the library. Register ahead of time for your kit, pick it up at the library, and tune in at 6:00 pm the day of the event for a live demonstration. Follow our Facebook Page for any updates! Free to participate.
July Craft: Beaded bookmarks
August Craft: Guitar pick jewelry

Saturday, June 27, 2020

Imagine Your Chapter Book Read!

Which chapter book should we read next?

We'll be sharing another Chapter Book Read in July with you over Facebook, and we need your help in choosing what 'Choose Your Own Adventure' book it should be! 

Visit HPL's Facebook and look in the posts to take our poll - choose which Option has a book you'd like to listen to! If you have an absolute favorite book out of these four, let us know in the comments on the Facebook poll post! The winning book will be announced on June 30. 




Option 1:
A - Escape from the Haunted Warehouse
B - The Throne of Zeus

Option 2:
C - Mystery of the Maya
D - Trouble on Planet Earth


When we begin our Chapter Book Read in July, follow along and tell us what choices we should read in our adventure!

Wednesday, June 24, 2020

Wednesday, June 10, 2020

HPL Is Reopening In Stages

Hackley Library will be reopening to the public on June 15, and will be reopening slowly in stages. 
Curious about what services will be available during the stages? Take a look below for more information! Feel free to reach out HERE with any questions.



For more detailed information, check below.
 

Friday, May 29, 2020

HPL meets virtually with Kirk Montgomery from 13 On Your Side!

Mallory from HPL had the chance to meet virtually with Kirk Montgomery from 13 On Your Side/My West Michigan, to talk about some of our upcoming online programs, digital resources, and plans for reopening. 

Take a peek HERE to see the interview!