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316 W. Webster Ave. Muskegon, MI, 49440

Hackley Public Library Hours

Main Hackley Library Building
Mon-Tues: 9:00 – 7:00 pm
Wed-Sat: 9:00 – 5:00pm

Torrent House (HPL’s Local History/Genealogy Department)
Tues-Sat: 9:00 – 5:00pm

All Ages Programs:

Lotería – Mexican Bingo!
In-Person at Hackley Library
Tuesday, November 12 from 5:00 – 6:30pm
ALL AGES are encouraged to join in the fun of Hackley Library’s Lotería, a traditional game of Mexican Bingo! Join us to enjoy treats, prizes, and lots of laughter. We are proud to partner with Latinos Working for the Future on this exciting, community event. Registration is preferred. To find more details, or to register, call 231-722-8000 or go to hackleylibrary.org. Free!

Author Visit with Yuyi Morales
In-Person at Muskegon Museum of Art
Thursday, November 14 from 5:30 – 8:00pm
Meet author Yuyi Morales and learn about her approach to creating inspirational children’s books. This evening will include a “Tapas and Dreams” Happy Hour, a beautiful opening act featuring Ballet Folklorico Dancer Alizee Lopez, an author talk with Yuyi Morales, a book signing, and a chance to meet Yuyi. Registration is required (free). To find more details and to register, call 231-722-8000 or go to hackleylibrary.org. Free!

Youth & Teen Programs:

Ofrenda Offering in HPL’s Youth Services Department
In-person at Hackley Library
Now through November 2
We’ve created a traditional Mexican Ofrenda to honor our friends, relatives, and ancestors. Feel welcome to bring something meaningful in remembrance of those we have loved (this includes furry family members!). You can also bring something on November 1 during our Día de los Muertos celebration. Free.

Preschool Story Time at the Muskegon Museum of History & Science
In-Person at Muskegon Museum of History & Science
Friday, November 1 at 10:30am
We’re taking our Story Time on the road with this visit to the Muskegon Museum of History and Science!
Dinosaurs are welcome (please keep them on a leash). With luck, Giganotosaurus will make a surprise appearance! Ages 0-5. Free!

Día de los Muertos Celebration
In-Person at Hackley Public Library
Friday, November 1 from 2:00 – 4:00pm
Day of the Dead, as it is known in English, is a largely Mexican holiday seen as having a festive characteristic. We will be celebrating and remembering family and friends with crafts, music, and fellowship. This program is in collaboration with Latinos Working for the Future. Drop-in, youth of all ages/families. Free!
Feel welcome to bring something meaningful in memory of those you have loved and we’ll add it to our traditional, interactive Ofrenda upstairs in HPL’s Youth Services Department.

November Youth Take and Make Kits
Available beginning November 4, and through the month while supplies last.
Cornucopia – Make your very own cornucopia and fill it with all of the thankfulness you have found throughout your year.
You can also fill this horn of plenty with all of your family’s thanks and share them at the end of the month!
Turkey Puppet – Gobble, gobble, gobble!! These adorable turkey puppets are fun to make and more fun to present a rousing turkey puppet show!
These kits are FREE and available beginning November 4 from HPL, while supplies last.

Paws and Read with Breezy and Dolly
In-Person at Hackley Library
Mondays, November 4 & 18 from 4:00 – 5:00pm
We have four-legged reading helpers in Hackley Library’s Youth Services! Practice and strengthen literacy skills by reading out loud to our friendly therapy dogs, Breezy and Dolly, who are calm, non-judgmental listeners. Call 231-722-8014 to register your child for a 20-minute time slot. Ages 3-12. Free.

Stained Glass Butterflies
In-Person at Hackley Library
Tuesday, November 5 from 2:30 – 4:00pm
Inspired by stained glass, these butterflies are made using clear glue, ink, and plexiglass. This is a drop-in program for youths/tweens. Ages 6-12. Free!

The World at Your Library!
In-Person at Hackley Library
Saturday, November 9 at 10:30am
Join us at Hackley Library for a special program where we will meet 14 students from 12 different countries through Muskegon Rotary! We’ll learn more about their cultures through a special story time, crafts, and snacks. Youth of all ages/families. Free!

Preschool Story Time
In-Person at Hackley Library
Select Friday mornings at 10:30am
November 8 & 22
Intended for ages 0-5, HPL’s in-person Story Time is designed to teach early literacy skills to parents and caregivers, while children enjoy a fun, interactive atmosphere. We’ll read stories, sing songs, and do movement activities! Please check Hackley Library’s Facebook page for any cancellations. Free.

Teen Bookmark Project
In-person at Hackley Library
Monday, November 18 from 3:00 – 4:00pm
Bring your creativity to the library and make bookmarks of all kinds with mixed media and textiles. Make one for yourself and leave one for another library patron! Ages 13-17. Free!

Dragons Love Tacos Party!
In-Person at Hackley Library
Saturday, November 23 at 10:30am
Did you know that dragons love libraries?
Did you know they love dragon-themed crafts and stories?
Did you know that they love libraries AND dragon-themed crafts?
You’re invited to HPL’s Dragon Love Tacos Party!
Youth/Families. Free!

Pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus
In-Person at Hackley Library
Saturday, November 30 from 1:00 – 4:00pm
Put on your holiday best and be ready to share your Christmas list with these special guests! Santa and Mrs. Claus will be at Hackley Library to meet from 1:00-4:00pm on Saturday, November 30. Free.
In the evening, come to enjoy the tree lighting and other festivities happening in downtown Muskegon!

Adult Programs:

Chair Yoga at HPL
In-Person at Hackley Library
Friday, November 1 from 11:00am – 12:00pm
Join us at Hackley Library for a relaxing & comfortable afternoon of Chair Yoga in HPL’s lower-level meeting rooms. This yoga program is led by Mind and Body Mel.
Registration is required. To find more details, or to register, call 231-722-8000 or go to hackleylibrary.org. Free!

Books on Tap at Pigeon Hill
In-Person at Pigeon Hill (895 4th Street, Muskegon, MI)
Tuesday, November 12 from 6:00 – 7:00pm
Join Hackley Library staff and Muskegon Area District Library staff for an evening book discussion each month over a beverage at Pigeon Hill Brewery. You do not need to be 21+ to participate in book club, but you MUST be 21+ to purchase and consume alcoholic beverages. November’s book is “The Sanatorium” by Sarah Pearse. This book discussion is free to participate in! Find more details at madl.org or hackleylibrary.org.

Left to Write – Creative Writing Group
In-Person at Hackley Library
Wednesday, November 13 from 3:30 – 4:30pm
2nd Wednesday of each month
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! Remember to bring paper and your favorite pen. Free.

How to? iPad/Tablet Class for Beginners
In-Person at Hackley Library
Saturday, November 23 from 10:30 – 11:30am
Learn the basics of using an iPad or tablet! Bring your questions! Do you want to know how to download apps? How about accessing the internet, sending emails, or saving photos to your device?
**Attendees must have their own iPad/tablet and know their password.
Registration is required for this class. To find more details, or to register, call 231-722-8000 or go to hackleylibrary.org. Free!

How to? Phone Class for Beginners
In-Person at Hackley Library
Saturday, November 23 from 11:45 – 12:45pm
Learn the basics of using your cell phone! Bring your questions! Do you want to know how to download apps? How about accessing the internet, sending emails, or saving photos to your device?
**Attendees must have their own phone and know their password.
Registration is required for this class. To find more details, or to register, call 231-722-8000 or go to hackleylibrary.org. Free!