Upcoming Events at HPL

Friends of Hackley Public Library Used Book Sale Friday, April 21 10 am - 5 pm Please help support the Friends of Hackley Public Library by attending the 2017 Friends Connecting Community Book Sale! Thousands of books of all kinds as well as CD's, DVD's, records and audio books! Thursday-Friends only!  Memberships available at the door Friday and Saturday, April 21 and 22, 10am - 5pm Sunday, April 23, 1pm - 3pm (bag sale - $3 a bag) The lower level of the Hackley Public Library - 316 W Webster Ave. Muskegon

Friends of Hackley Public Library Used Book Sale Saturday, April 22 10 am - 5 pm Please help support the Friends of Hackley Public Library by attending the 2017 Friends Connecting Community Book Sale! Thousands of books of all kinds as well as CD's, DVD's, records and audio books! Thursday-Friends only!  Memberships available at the door Friday and Saturday, April 21 and 22, 10am - 5pm Sunday, April 23, 1pm - 3pm (bag sale - $3 a bag) The lower level of the Hackley Public Library - 316 W Webster Ave. Muskegon

LEGOs FAMILY FUN DAY 2 PM SATURDAY, APRIL 22 It's Earth Day! Come build your own "sustainable" creation with our LEGOs. A little friendly competition adds to the fun.

Friends of Hackley Public Library Used Book Sale Sunday, April 23 1 pm - 3 pm Please help support the Friends of Hackley Public Library by attending the 2017 Friends Connecting Community Book Sale! Thousands of books of all kinds as well as CD's, DVD's, records and audio books! Thursday-Friends only!  Memberships available at the door Friday and Saturday, April 21 and 22, 10am - 5pm Sunday, April 23, 1pm - 3pm (bag sale - $3 a bag) The lower level of the Hackley Public Library - 316 W Webster Ave. Muskegon

Doc Fletcher-Canoeing College Campuses 6:00 pm, Monday, April 24 Welcome back Doc Fletcher!  His newest lecture is on Canoeing and Kayaking College Campuses.  This lecture includes paddles of: * the Rouge River at UM-Dearborn, & by the waterfall at Fair Lane/the Henry Ford Estate Mansion * the Macatawa River at Hope College in Holland, alongside Windmill Island and its tulip gardens * the Red Cedar River at MSU, passing by students on riverside hammocks, by the famous landmark and gift of the class of 1873 "The Rock", and the rapids at MSU's Administrative Building, Spartan Stadium * the Huron River as it winds around the Eastern Michigan University campus & beneath the wooden beauty of the "Tridge", a 3-way footbridge in Ypsilanti's historic Depot Town * within the UP's Keweenaw Peninsula that Michigan Tech calls home, the Bete Grise River takes you alongside the Mendota Lighthouse, dunes and wetlands, into the lovely Lac La Belle (French for "beautiful lake"), & offers fantastic views of Mount Bohemia. Doc will be selling his book “Canoeing and Kayaking College Campuses”, as well as his other titles.  As always, there will be a drawing for a free trip. Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library.

How to Write your Elected Official and be Heard! 6:00 pm, Tuesday, April 25 This workshop on How to Write Your Elected Official and be Heard! is for you whether you are a new or experienced letter writer. Learn 10 Power Components to writing an effective letter to your elected official that empowers your voice to be heard. Attending Sessions 2 and 3 are optional after attending Session 1. Please register in advance.

Tablet Tips and Tricks 1:00 pm, Wednesday, April 26 Want to do more with your tablet? Bring it to HPL on Wednesdays at 1:00 to get tech help. Walk ins welcome.

Tech Wednesday 3:00 pm, Wednesday, April 26 Bring your laptop or tablet and follow along while we explain tech topics in an informal setting.  This week we'll look at Pinterest.

Gentle Yoga 10:15 - 11:15 am, Thursday, April 27 Gentle Yoga 101 is for the beginner who would like to learn about the health benefits of yoga- connecting the mind,body, and spirit; learning how to relax the body through meditation and mindfulness; creating an awareness of one's own body and posture. Yoga will sharpen flexibility and balance, and strengthen one's concentration and focus. This class is available for all ages. Please bring your own yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes.  Participants must sign a waiver before class. Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library.

Computer Class-Intro to Computers 10:30 am- 12:00 pm, Saturday, April 29 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.

Watercolors are Fun with Lori Eslick 1:00 pm, Saturday, April 29 Learn to paint with watercolors.  Local artist and book illustrator Lori Eslick shows us how. Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library.

NERF BATTLE GAME DAY! 2 PM SATURDAY, APRIL 29 Join us for Joel Tacey's Nerf Battle Game Day! You'll run, dodge, and dive as you try to outwit and outblast the competition. It's a fast-paced, fun adventure using nerf guns. All equipment will be provided.

Hackley Craft Club 6:00 pm, Monday, May 1 Join the fun!  Our craft club meets the first Monday of each month.  Participants will be able to request the crafts that will be offered during the year.  Led by Nancy Hartman. Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library.

STORYTIME RETURNS! 6:45 PM, MONDAY, MAY 1 Stories and songs! Movement activities and a craft! Fun for all in the Youth Services Department.

How to write your elected official Session 2 6:00 pm, Tuesday, May 2 This workshop on How to Write Your Elected Official and be Heard! is for you whether you are a new or experienced letter writer. Learn 10 Power Components to writing an effective letter to your elected official that empowers your voice to be heard. Attending Sessions 2 and 3 are optional after attending Session 1.

Tablet Tips and Tricks 1:00 pm, Wednesday, May 3 Want to do more with your tablet? Bring it to HPL on Wednesdays at 1:00 to get tech help. Walk ins welcome.

Tech Wednesday 3:00 pm, Wednesday, May 3 Bring your laptop or tablet and follow along while we explain tech topics in an informal setting.  This week we'll look at

Tech Wednesday 3:00 pm, Wednesday, May 3 Bring your laptop or tablet and follow along while we explain tech topics in an informal setting.  This week we'll look at Evernote and Todoist, mobile productivity tools.

Gentle Yoga 10:15 - 11:15 am, Thursday, May 4 Gentle Yoga 101 is for the beginner who would like to learn about the health benefits of yoga- connecting the mind,body, and spirit; learning how to relax the body through meditation and mindfulness; creating an awareness of one's own body and posture. Yoga will sharpen flexibility and balance, and strengthen one's concentration and focus. This class is available for all ages. Please bring your own yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes.  Participants must sign a waiver before class. Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library.

Book Discussion of Short Nights of the Shadowcatcher. 2:00 pm, Thursday, May 4 HPL is participating in the Community Read program focused on Short Nights of the Shadow Catcher: The Epic Life and Immortal Photographs of Edward Curtis by Timothy Egan.  We will be distributing free copies of Short Nights in the early spring, compliments of the Muskegon Museum of Art. Timothy Egan will be speaking at the Frauenthal on May 17.  The MMA is showing all of Curtis' photos during 2017, starting May 11.

Computer Class-Intro to the Internet

10:30 am- 12:00 pm, Saturday, May 6

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.
Intro to the Internet.  Learn how to "surf the net" and find your away around cyberspace.