Upcoming Events at HPL

MINECRAFT 2:00 pm, SATURDAY, JANUARY 9 Join HPL and others in creating your own 3D world using your digital building skills. Can you survive in the minecraft world? Seating is limited. Registration is required. Call 231-722-7276, ext. 230 to register beginning January 2.

WATERCOLOR WITH LORI ESLICK 3:30 pm, SATURDAY, JANUARY 9 Learn to paint with watercolors with artist Lori Eslick.

STORYTIME TOYBOX 6:30 pm, MONDAY, JANUARY 11 Hear a story! Do a craft! Sing a Song! Play with toys! All these activities will help turn your preschooler into a strong reader and motivated student. Learning is fun at Hackley Public Library. Call to register:  231-722-7276, ext. 230

WWII Book Discussion:  Sophie's Choice 6:00 pm, Monday, January 11 The Silversides Museum is sponsoring a film and book discussion group on the topic of the Holocaust. The film will be shown at the Museum, the book discussion will take place at HPL. This month the book is Sophie's Choice by William Stryron and the Movie is “Sophie's Choice” which will be shown at 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm at the Silversides Museum on Wednesday, January 13.

Las Vegas Travel Guide 6:00 pm, Tuesday, January 12 Thinking of going to Las Vegas? Before you do, come to HPL and hear from Lou Gifford on what to see and what to do.

Trouble with Tablets 1:30 pm, Wednesday, January 13 Having trouble with your tablet? Bring it to HPL on Wednesdays at 1:30 to get tech help.  Walk ins welcome.

Tech Wednesday-Overdrive 3 pm, Wednesday, January 13 Bring your laptop or tablet and follow along while we explain tech topics in an informal setting. This week we'll look at Overdrive, free downloadable ebooks and eaudiobooks using your library card.

Investor Ed 1:00 pm, Friday, January 15 Estate Planning is an important part of your financial health. The workshop will cover various areas of estate planning. Please call Jennifer at 231-777-3102 or email farrah.starr@edwardjones.com by Friday, January 8 to reserve a seat. Save to your google calendar

Computer Class-Intro to the Internet 10:30 am, Saturday, January 16 De'ondra Pentecost will teach computer classes on Saturdays from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. Registration is required. Call HPL at 231-722-7276 to register.  This weeks' topic--Intro to the Internet. Learn how to "surf the net" and find your away around cyberspace. Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library.

Sewing Clinic-Part 1 2:00 pm Saturday January 16 Ozetta Aaron will be back to teach a low-sew home decor class. Learn how to make a pillow, table runner, pillow case, or placemats.  Participants should have a basic knowledge of sewing.  The class is limited to 10 people, so sign up ahead of time!  Sewing machines will be provided.  Part 2 will be held on January 30.

LEGO FAMILY FUN DAY 2:00 pm, SATURDAY, JANUARY 16 Build womething great with Legos. Enter our family fun competition for prizes and display your structure for all to see.

THE LIBRARY IS CLOSED FOR MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY MONDAY, JANUARY 18

Finances for Lunch sponsored by PNC Bank 12:00 pm, Wednesday, January 20 Bring your lunch and learn about finances with employees from PNC Bank. This month's topic is “Keep it Safe.” Sponsored by PNC Bank

Trouble with Tablets 1:30 pm, Wednesday, January 20 Having trouble with your tablet? Bring it to HPL on Wednesdays at 1:30 to get tech help.  Walk ins welcome.

TEE-SHIRT WEARABLES 2:00 pm, SATURDAY, JANUARY 23 Create cool necklaces, bracelets and other accessories with old t-shirts, the ultimate fun and cute recyclable. Bring in a couple of old tees and we'll show you how to turn it into something new.

Computer Class-Intro to Email

10:30 am, Saturday, January 23

De'ondra Pentecost will teach computer classes on Saturdays from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. Registration is required. Call HPL at 231-722-7276 to register.  This weeks' topic--Intro to Email.  Learn how to set up an email account.  Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library.