Hackley Public Library July 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
Summer Reading Program for ALL AGES – June 2 through August 2
All ages are encouraged to sign up for HPL’s free Summer Reading Program (SRP)!
HPL uses an online platform called Beanstack for SRP.
How does it work?
By tracking your reading and activities through HPL’s Beanstack platform, you’ll earn badges, prizes, and tickets to enter for grand prizes.
By signing up, you’ll receive a “sign-up” goodie bag!
For every 200 points you earn by tracking, you’ll be eligible for a prize!
Once you reach 600 points, you’ll receive a completion prize for finishing SRP.
*Earned prizes are available through SRP while supplies last.
We encourage you to continue tracking your reading and activities even after ‘completing’ the 600 points – by doing so, you’ll be able to earn additional tickets to enter for chances for grand prizes.
Find more details: https://www.hackleylibrary.org/events-programs/annual-events/summer-reading/
Youth & Teen Programs:
July Youth Take and Make Kits
Pick up from Hackley Library
Available beginning Monday, July 7
We will be exploring art in books and books in art!
Color Our World with some interesting takes on two famous artists, Picasso and Kandinsky! Kits are available to pick up from Hackley Library’s Youth Services Department beginning Monday, July 7, and through the month while supplies last. Free.
Preschool Story Time
In-Person
Friday, July 11 at 10:30am at Muskegon Museum of Art
Fridays July 18 & 25 at 10:30am at Hackley Library
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.
Lighthouse Story Time
In-Person at Muskegon South Pierhead Lighthouse
1431 Beach Street, Muskegon, MI 49441
Mondays in July at 3:00pm
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!
Paws and Read with Breezy and Dolly
In-Person at Hackley Library
Mondays, July 7 & 21 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.
Teen Time
In-Person at Hackley Library
Tuesday, July 8 from 3:00 – 4:00pm
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. Free.
Shenanigans Petting Zoo
In-Person at Hackley Park
Wednesday, July 16 from 3:00 – 4:00pm
Come to Hackley Park and hook up with two pens of fun farm friends for you to pet and feed! Sheep and goats and bunnies, OH MY!
Come for the chickens, stay for the goats. Animals subject to change. Free.
Adult / Young Adult Programs:
Left to Write – Creative Writing Group
In-Person at Hackley Library
Wednesday, July 9 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-42/
Chair Yoga at HPL
In-Person at Hackley Library
Friday, July 11 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-8/
Intro to Google Docs – Computer Class
In-Person at Hackley Library
Saturday, July 12 at 10:30am
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!
Registration required – find more details at hackleylibrary.org or call 231-722-8000. Free. https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/intro-to-google-docs-computer-class/
LEGO Building for Adults!
In-Person at Hackley Library
Monday, July 14 from 5:30 – 6:30pm
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. Registration preferred – find more details at hackleylibrary.org or call 231-722-8000. Free. https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/lego-building-for-adults/
Garden Presentation – Extending Your Vegetable Garden Growing Season
In-Person at Hackley Library
Saturday, July 19 at 1:00pm
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 preferred – find more details at hackleylibrary.org or call 231-722-8000. Free. https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/extending-your-vegetable-garden-growing-season/
Evening Chair Yoga at HPL
In-Person at Hackley Library
Tuesday, July 22 at 5:30pm
Join us in the evening at Hackley Library for an hour of relaxing chair yoga! 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/evening-chair-yoga-at-hpl/
Blood Drive at HPL
In-Person at Hackley Library
Thursday, July 24 from 10:00am – 3:45pm
Come to Hackley Library for a Blood Drive on Thursday, July 24! This Blood Drive will run from 10:00am to 3:45pm. For an appointment, visit redcrossblood.org, and enter the sponsor code: muskegoncommunity. Or, you can call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767). This event is in partnership with the American Red Cross. Free. https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/blood-drive-at-hpl/
Stage Left Muskegon – Adult Acting Class
In-Person at Hackley Library
Saturday, July 26 at 10:00am
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!
Stage Left Muskegon will have several dates coming up.
July 26 | August 9 | August 30
Please register for each event date that you’re interested in attending. Free.
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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