Upcoming Events at HPL

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 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.

STORYTIME! 6:45 PM, MONDAY, MAY 8 Stories and songs! Movement activities and a craft! Fun for all in the Youth Services Department.

Carl Webb Band 6:00 pm, Monday, May 8 The Carl Webb Band has been together for 13 years, originally hailing from the Muskegon and Grand Haven area. The band is Carl Webb, vocals, guitar, harmonica and songwriter. Tom Hull, vocals and bass guitar. Bill DeMarse, harmony vocals, drums and percussion and for selected gigs John Jennings on saxophone. Our music is an eclectic blend of rock, blues and country.  Carl Webb Band's style of music is unparalleled and their fans (that's you!) are just as unique as the sound. Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library.

Hoarding and Decluttering 6:00 pm, Tuesday, May 9 Compulsive hoarding is the excessive acquisition of possessions, even if the items are worthless, hazardous, or unsanitary. Compulsive hoarding impairs mobility and interferes with basic activities, including cooking, cleaning, showering, and sleeping.  It can take over your life and make you feel like you are out of control. Millions of people suffer from the frustration and embarrassment that this can cause. The symptoms vary from individual to individual, but anyone who feels that they need help more than they need to keep the clutter can get help beating the problem. Terrence Shulman has dedicated his life to helping people overcome their addictive behaviors and his program might just be the answer you've been looking for. Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library.

Tablet Tips and Tricks 1:00 pm, Wednesday, May 10 Want to do more with your tablet? Bring it to HPL on Wednesdays at 1:00 to get tech help. Walk ins welcome.

Gentle Yoga 10:15 - 11:15 am, Thursday, May 11 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.

MINECRAFT FOR KIDS

2 PM, SATURDAY, MAY 13

Do you love creating your own world? Join 19 other world builders here at Hackley Public Library. Minecraft is a fun computer-generated building game. We work through our own server here at the library.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! PLEASE CALL 231-722-8014 BEGINNING APRIL 24 TO RESERVE YOUR PLACE.