Hackley Public Library May 2025 Programs & Events
April 29, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Muskegon, MI
Hackley Public Library May 2025 Programs & Events
hackleylibrary.org – facebook.com/HackleyPL – 231-722-8000
askus@hackleylibrary.org – 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
Youth & Teen Programs:
May Youth Take and Make Kits
Celebrate AAHAPI (Asian American Hawaiian American Pacific Islander) Month with two crafts that teach us about our AAHAPI friends. Grab a Paper Lantern and/or a box of Fortune or “Kindness” cookies.
Available from Hackley Library beginning Monday, May 5, and through the month while supplies last. Free.
https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/may-youth-take-and-makes/
Preschool Story Time
In-Person at Hackley Library
Certain Friday mornings at 10:30am
May 2, 9, 16
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. We’ll read stories, sing songs, and do movement activities! Please check HPL’s Facebook page for any cancellations. Free. https://www.hackleylibrary.org/events-calendar/
STEAM Along the Lakeshore
In-Person at various locations in downtown Muskegon
Saturday, May 3 from 10:00am – 3:00pm
STEAM Along the Lakeshore offers a day of interactive and educational activities at various locations such as Hackley Park, Hackley Public Library, Muskegon Museum of Art, Lakeshore Fab Lab, and Muskegon Museum of History and Science. Embark your journey from Hackley Park to any of our venues to engage in different STEAM activities for all ages. Find more details at hackleylibrary.org. Free.
https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/steam-along-the-lakeshore-3/
Paws and Read with Breezy and Dolly
In-Person at Hackley Library
Monday, May 12 from 4:00 – 5:00pm
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.
Baby Toddler Story Time
In-Person at Hackley Library
Wednesday, May 21 at 10:00am
Babies and toddlers love to explore the world around them! This program will give them an opportunity to learn through hands-on tactile play that engages their senses. Our play will be messy and outside (rain or shine). Plan to wear clothes that can get dirty and wet! Ages 0-4. Free.
https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/baby-toddler-sensory-program-2/
Adult / Young Adult Programs:
Chair Yoga at HPL
In-Person at Hackley Library
Friday, May 2 at 11:00am
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 Mel from Mind Body Wellness. Registration required – find more details at hackleylibrary.org or call 231-722-8000. Free. https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/chair-yoga-at-hpl-6/
Book Club at HPL
In-Person at Hackley Library
Monday, May 5 at 5:30pm
Join us at Hackley Library for a new take on Book Club!
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 attendees! Free.
May’s discussion theme is to read a book whose author’s last name starts with an X, Y, or Z! https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/book-club-at-hpl-3/
Michigan’s Dark Places with Tobin Buhk
In-Person at Hackley Library
Tuesday, May 6 at 5:30pm
Return to the scene of Michigan’s most notorious crimes on this adventure in dark tourism! Using archival photographs, crime scene sketches, and documents, noted author Tobin T. Buhk will guide viewers on a journey to the most infamous spots in the Great Lake State. Registration preferred. Free.
https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/michigans-dark-places/
Music & Presentation at HPL – American Folk Music: Old Times in Current Times
In-Person at Hackley Library
Monday, May 12 at 5:30pm
When people say “American folk music,” they are often referring to the folk revival of the 1960s, a continuation, and sometimes appropriation, of the old time tradition into the cultural mainstream. But what is old time?
In this program, listeners will be given an overview of old time music!
Traverse, along with their guitar, banjo, mountain dulcimer, and autoharp, will perform a variety of songs, serving as lenses through which to view old time’s wide range of cultural and systemic influences, how those affect its perception today, and the music’s continual evolution and growth. Registration preferred. Free.
https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/american-folk-music-old-time-in-the-current-times/
Left to Write – Creative Writing Group
In-Person at Hackley Library
Wednesday, May 14 at 3:30pm
Meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month
If you enjoy creative writing, 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! Remember to bring paper and your favorite pen.
Left to Write will meet the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 3:30 – 4:30pm. Free.
https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/left-to-write-creative-writing-group-40/
MCGS – What Was The War of 1812 & Persons Who Played A Part In It
In-Person at Hackley Library
Saturday, May 17 at 10:30am
Speaker Marsha Dekker currently serves as a Volunteer Genealogist for the State of Michigan, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) as well as President/Treasurer of a local chapter of Daughters of 1812. Registration is preferred for this presentation. Free. https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/what-was-the-war-of-1812-persons-who-played-a-part-in-it-mcgs/
Music at HPL – Kate Hinote Trio
In-Person at Hackley Library
Saturday, May 17 at 3:30pm
The Kate Hinote Trio is a contemporary folk ensemble and features Hinote’s longtime Blueflowers bandmate, David Johnson, on guitar and Matthew Parmenter (Discipline) on violin. You won’t want to miss this incredible concert! Registration preferred. Free. https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/music-kate-hinote-trio/
Senior Social Hour – Garden Globe Craft
In-Person at Hackley Library
Thursday, May 29 at 3:00pm
Last Thursday of each month
Registration is REQUIRED for May’s Senior Social Hour.
Senior Social Hour in May is for ages 55+.
Relax and enjoy a casual, monthly gathering with fellow seniors, during Senior Social Hours at Hackley Library! This month, we’ll enjoy making a Garden Globe craft!
We’ll also enjoy light refreshments, and good conversation.
This Senior Social Hour is in partnership with Harbor Terrace Senior Living.
https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/senior-social-hour-10/
After Hours Tour at HPL
In-Person at Hackley Library
Thursday, May 29 at 4:45pm
Join us for an after-hours tour of Hackley Public Library, where you’ll learn some of the history of HPL, as well as get to see it during closed hours!
FREE – registration is preferred, and will open roughly one month before the program date. Find details at hackleylibrary.org.
Attendees, please arrive by 4:45pm (arrive no later than 5:00pm). https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/after-hours-tour-at-hpl-5/
Stage Left Muskegon – Introductory Adult Acting Class
In-Person at Hackley Library
Saturday, May 31 at 10:00am
Join us for an introductory, playful, & low-key acting class for adults! Led by Jack Kaczmarczyk. Registration preferred. Free.
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- Basics of Acting
- Introductory scene work & monologues
- Gentle warm-ups, community centered learning
- Theater Games
- No experience necessary!
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https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/stage-left-muskegon-adult-acting-class/
For more information, please contact Hackley Public Library, 316 W Webster Ave Muskegon MI 49440, at Circulation: 231-722-8000, Youth Services: 231-722-8014 or mmetzger@hackleylibrary.org.
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