Catch some sun and fresh air with Hackley staff out at the Pere Marquette Lighthouse! We’ll read stories, sing songs, and watch the boats out on the lake. Free. Soft mats are provided for seating. ~~~ Join us for a special Lighthouse Storytime on Thursday, August 7 at 3 pm to celebrate National Lighthouse Day!
Co-authors Elizabeth Rice and Pat Commins will share backgrounds of Irish history, as well as history of stories of Irish immigrants in Michigan - including stories of immigrants from our surrounding counties! Registration preferred - FREE - click HERE to register.
Fantasy Illustration Drawing Class with Corinne Roberts 3:00pm, Wednesday, July 2 Ms. Corinne will be joining us to draw wizards and castles. Using basic shapes, learn to create imaginative characters, creatures and scenery. Ages 6-17. No prior drawing experience needed. This program is open to the first 60 people and will start promptly at 3:00. […]
Catch some sun and fresh air with Hackley staff out at the Pere Marquette Lighthouse! We’ll read stories, sing songs, and watch the boats out on the lake. Free. Soft mats are provided for seating. ~~~ Join us for a special Lighthouse Storytime on Thursday, August 7 at 3 pm to celebrate National Lighthouse Day!
Practice and strengthen literacy skills by reading out loud to our friendly therapy dogs. They're calm, non-judgmental listeners who are excited to hear all the stories -- and receive all the belly rubs. Ages 3-12. Free. Registration required - call 231-722-8014 to sign up for a 20 minute time slot.
Join us at Hackley Library for a new take on Book Club! We'll meet the first Monday of each month. Each month there will be a theme, where you can choose a book based around that theme. At Book Club, you'll be able to share about the book you read, and discover reads from other […]
Second Tuesday of each month from 3:00 - 4:00pm June 10 | July 8 | August 12 We designate this hour every month for crafting, projects, and more for our patrons ages 13 - 18 in our Teen Room on the first floor of the library. Please check HPL's Facebook page or our Instagram @hackleypubliclibrary […]
Please note that space has FILLED for this craft, but you can sign up for the WAITLIST HERE. ~~~ Create a unique wind chime for your home this summer! *The image is an example - we will be using somewhat different materials.
If you enjoy creative writing for fun, you'll love Left to Write, HPL's very own creative writing group! Here you can participate in writing exercises, share your own stories, and meet other creative writers (of all experiences, new or seasoned!). This group provides a low-key atmosphere for writers of all experiences, and everyone is welcome! […]
Join us for stories, songs, and movement activities! This special Story Time will be at the Muskegon Museum of Art! Intended for ages 0-5, our in-person story time is designed to teach early literacy skills to parents and caregivers while children enjoy a fun, interactive atmosphere. Free. Please check our Facebook page for any cancellations.
Join us at Hackley Library for a relaxing & comfortable afternoon of Chair Yoga in HPL’s lower-level meeting rooms. FREE - Registration is required - click HERE to register. This yoga program is led by Mel from Mind Body Wellness.
Join us as DeOndra Pentecost teaches us the basic ins and outs of using Google Docs. This helpful class will provide great insight into document resource. Be sure to bring your questions to the class as well! Free - registration required. Click HERE to register.
Join us as DeOndra Pentecost teaches us the basic ins and outs of using Google Docs. This helpful class will provide great insight into document resource. Be sure to bring your questions to the class as well! **Please Note, this class will be from 11:45am - 12:45pm.** Free - registration required. Click HERE to register!
Catch some sun and fresh air with Hackley staff out at the Pere Marquette Lighthouse! We’ll read stories, sing songs, and watch the boats out on the lake. Free. Soft mats are provided for seating. ~~~ Join us for a special Lighthouse Storytime on Thursday, August 7 at 3 pm to celebrate National Lighthouse Day!
LEGOs aren't just for kids!Come for a relaxing low-key evening of LEGO building. We'll have kits that you can build with, or use your imagination to create something new.FREE - Registration is preferred - please register here.
**Please note the CORRECT date for this petting zoo program is July 16. (it is incorrectly listed as July 31 in the newsletter). ** ~~~ Shenanigans Petting Zoo 3:00 - 4:00pm, Wednesday, July 16 Come to Hackley Park and hook up with two pens of fun farm friends for you to pet and feed! Sheep […]
Join us for stories, songs, and movement activities! Intended for ages 0-5, our in-person story time is designed to teach early literacy skills to parents and caregivers while children enjoy a fun, interactive atmosphere. Free. Please check our Facebook page for any cancellations.
July is the perfect time to enjoy what you planted earlier in the year, and also time to start thinking about your fall garden. Learn what tasks can be done in summer to grow well into the late fall. Presented by Lynn Bryant, owner of Lovage Garden Co. Registration is preferred - click HERE to […]
Catch some sun and fresh air with Hackley staff out at the Pere Marquette Lighthouse! We’ll read stories, sing songs, and watch the boats out on the lake. Free. Soft mats are provided for seating. ~~~ Join us for a special Lighthouse Storytime on Thursday, August 7 at 3 pm to celebrate National Lighthouse Day!
Practice and strengthen literacy skills by reading out loud to our friendly therapy dogs. They're calm, non-judgmental listeners who are excited to hear all the stories -- and receive all the belly rubs. Ages 3-12. Free. Registration required - call 231-722-8014 to sign up for a 20 minute time slot.
Registration required - registration will open roughly one month before the program date. Led by Mel from Mind Body Wellness. Join us in the evening at Hackley Library for an hour of relaxing chair yoga! Registration required - click HERE to register.
Come to Hackley Library for a Blood Drive on Thursday, July 24! The Blood Drive will run from 10:00am - 3:45pm. For an appointment, visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter the sponsor code: muskegoncommunity Or call 1-800-RED CROSS | 1-800-733-2767.
Join us for stories, songs, and movement activities! Intended for ages 0-5, our in-person story time is designed to teach early literacy skills to parents and caregivers while children enjoy a fun, interactive atmosphere. Free. Please check our Facebook page for any cancellations.
Join us for a playful & low-key acting class for adults! Led by Jack Kaczmarczyk. Basics of Acting Introductory scene work & monologues Gentle warm-ups, community centered learning Theater Games No experience necessary! There are several acting classes coming up! June 28 | July 26 | August 9 | August 30 Please register for each […]
Catch some sun and fresh air with Hackley staff out at the Pere Marquette Lighthouse! We’ll read stories, sing songs, and watch the boats out on the lake. Free. Soft mats are provided for seating. ~~~ Join us for a special Lighthouse Storytime on Thursday, August 7 at 3 pm to celebrate National Lighthouse Day!
Flowers, Flowers, FLOWERS! **Please note the CORRECT time/date for this program is 2:00pm on Tuesday, July 29. It is incorrectly listed in the newsletter as July 24.** Registration is required and will open closer to the date of the program. Ages 6-17. Kaleidoscope Farms will be joining us again and bringing different flowers for […]
Registration is required and will open closer to the date of the program. Ages 18+. Free. Kaleidoscope Farms will be joining us again and bringing different flowers for you to create your very own bouquet. Bryan and Lindsay will be on hand to answer any questions you may have The flowers are all locally grown […]
Relax and enjoy a casual, monthly gathering with fellow seniors, during Senior Social Hours at Hackley Library! Each month there will be a different theme/activity - watch for more updates to come. We'll also enjoy light refreshments, and good conversation. Registration is preferred and will open roughly one month before the program date.
Join us for stories, songs, and movement activities! Intended for ages 0-5, our in-person story time is designed to teach early literacy skills to parents and caregivers while children enjoy a fun, interactive atmosphere. Free. Please check our Facebook page for any cancellations.
Join us at Hackley Library for a relaxing & comfortable afternoon of Chair Yoga in HPL’s lower-level meeting rooms. FREE - Registration is required and will open roughly one month before program date. This yoga program is led by Mel from Mind Body Wellness.