Hackley Public Library – October 2026 Programs & Events
Hackley Public Library – October 2026 Programs & Events
hackleylibrary.org – facebook.com/HackleyPL – 231-722-8000
askus@hackleylibrary.org – 316 W. Webster Ave. Muskegon, MI, 49440
Friends of HPL Book Sale
Find amazing books, DVDs, and more during the annual Friends of Hackley Public Library BOOK SALE!
Location: Hackley Public Library – 316 W. Webster Ave. Muskegon, MI 49440
Presale & Networking for Friends Members:
Thursday, October 8
5:00pm – 7:00pm
Not a Friends Member? You can join at the door!
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Public Sale:
Friday, October 9
Saturday, October 10
10:00am – 5:00pm
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Public “Bag” Sale:
Sunday, October 11
12:00pm – 3:00pm
Fill a bag for $5 – we’ll provide the bags!
All proceeds help to fund projects that benefit Hackley Public Library!
Find more details at fohpl.org.
Adult Programs
Book Club at HPL
In-Person at Hackley Library
Monday, October 5 at 5:30pm
Join us at Hackley Library for a different take on Book Club! This book club typically meets on 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 attendees!
For October, the theme is to read a biography! Free.
https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/book-club-at-hpl-22/
Tech Time at HPL
In-Person at Hackley Library
Recurring – Thursdays from 9:00am – 11:00am
*Check HPL’s website or Facebook for cancellations.
Bring your own device or use one of our patron computers and receive specialized one-on-one assistance from our Tech Assistant, Jim! Come with your tech questions, such as needing help with using a device, downloading our free Library Apps, or something else. This will be an ongoing, DROP-IN program, happening at Hackley Library on Thursdays from 9am-11am. Help will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Free.
CALL 211 is at HPL
In-Person at Hackley Library
Recurring – Thursdays from 1:00pm – 4:00pm
*Check HPL’s website or Facebook for cancellations.
Community Access Line of the Lakeshore 211 will be at Hackley Public Library on Thursdays from 1:00 – 4:00pm, where you can meet and chat with one of their Community Resource Specialists! CALL 211 can help connect you to SO MANY RESOURCES, including (but not limited to) resources listed below:
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- Food
- Household Items
- Mental Health
- Employment
- Financial Support
- Bill Pay Assistance
- Transportation
- Housing
- Legal Assistance
- Health Care
- AND MORE! Be sure to drop by and ask any questions! Meeting with CALL 211 is free.
Dungeons and Dragons
In-Person at Hackley Library
Recurring – Fridays from 12:30pm – 4:00pm
*Check HPL’s website or Facebook for cancellations.
Come to Hackley Library for fun and interactive D&D sessions!
This program was designed in part for US military veterans, but it is open for all adults 18+ (both new to D&D and seasoned players)! Free.
Coffee with True North Community Services
In-Person at Hackley Library
Select Fridays (Oct 9, 16, 23, 30) from 9:00am – 1:00pm
*Check HPL’s website or Facebook for cancellations.
True North Community Services is teaming up with Hackley Public Library to introduce to you “Coffee with True North!” This welcoming space provides opportunities to connect, ask questions and get support on a variety of topics. Join us on select Fridays (check HPL’s website or Facebook page for dates) at Hackley Library from 9am-1pm for coffee, snacks and relaxed conversation. Free.
https://www.hackleylibrary.org/events-calendar/
Chair Yoga at HPL
In-Person at Hackley Library
Friday, October 2 at 11:00am
Join us at Hackley Library for a relaxing & comfortable hour of Chair Yoga in HPL’s downstairs meeting rooms. Registration is highly preferred. This yoga program is led by Mel from Mind Body Wellness/Muskegon Yoga. Free.
https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/chair-yoga-at-hpl-3/
Loteria – Mexican Bingo
In-Person at Hackley Library
Monday, October 19 at 5:30pm
Enjoy Lotería sessions at Hackley Library, where you can win prizes and have great community fun! This program is open to all ages. Registration is highly preferred. Free.
https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/loteria-mexican-bingo/
Art Class – Floral Painting with Jaylei Art
In-Person at Hackley Library
Tuesday, October 20 at 5:30pm
Create a beautiful image of a floral arrangement in a vase from artist Jamari of Jaylei Art, and learn about her very own acrylic painting techniques! Practice blending, painting with simple shapes, and layering colors to create depth and dimension in your artwork. Registration is required for this art class. Free.
Leave your creation to be featured in HPL’s Art Show on October 26! Pieces left for the show can be picked up between October 27 and November 30.
https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/floral-painting-with-jaylei-art-adult-art-class/
Art Show – Inspired by Michigan
In-Person at Hackley Library
Monday, October 26 from 5:00 – 6:30pm
Join us for HPL’s second art show! This year we are celebrating our beautiful state with Michigan-inspired artwork.
Stop by Hackley Library’s front desk to pick up a blank canvas (one per person – either 8×10 or 5×7). Canvases will be available while supplies last.
Take home the canvas and create your art, or bring in existing artwork that matches the theme! Please no pieces larger than 11×14.
One submission per person. Please bring art to HPL by October 19 so it can go in the art show happening on October 26 (please include artwork’s title and full name on the back of the piece or to an attached piece of paper). Your piece can be picked up between Oct 27 – Nov 30. Free.
https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/inspired-by-michigan-art-show/
Youth/Teen Programs
1, 2, 3 Play with Me Workshop
In-Person at Hackley Library
Select Wednesdays from 10:00 – 11:15am
September 30 | October 7, 14, 21, 28
Bring your baby or toddler for special one-on-one play and sensory time! This informal five-week workshop connects you, the caregiver, with a variety of community experts, while your little one explores our play space.
Each week, we’ll feature a different sensory experience or craft as well as a different parenting topic. We ask that you can commit to attending at least three sessions. Intended for an adult/grandparent and a child. Ages 1-4. Free.
https://www.hackleylibrary.org/events-calendar/
Preschool Story Time at HPL
In-Person at Hackley Library
Select Thursdays and Fridays at 10:30am
October 1, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23
Intended for ages 0-5, our in-person Story Time is designed to model 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 our current schedule or for any cancellations. Free.
https://www.hackleylibrary.org/events-calendar/
Story Time Flip!
In-Person at Grand Trunk Launch Ramp in Lakeside
Friday, October 2 at 10:30am
It’s time to ‘flip the book’ at our new Story Trail in Lakeside!
On Friday, October 2 at 10:30am, join Miss Melissa and Miss Lydia as we discover a new story waiting on the other side. Dress to be outside and count on getting some steps!
Strollers and wagons recommended. Don’t forget snacks if you need them!
Meet us at the pavilion inside Grand Trunk Launch Ramp and we’ll begin our journey! Free.
Paws and Read with Breezy and Dolly
In-Person at Hackley Library
Select Tuesdays, October 6 & 20 from 4:00 – 5:00pm
We have two four-legged reading helpers in HPL’s Youth Services!
Practice and strengthen literacy skills by reading out loud to our friendly therapy dogs who are calm, non-judgmental listeners. Breezy and Dolly are excited to hear all the stories, and receive belly rubs! Please call 231-722-8014 to register for a 20-minute time slot. Recommended for ages 3-12. Free!
https://www.hackleylibrary.org/events-calendar/
Creative Writing Workshop at MMA
Collaborative Program with the Muskegon Museum of Art
In-Person at Muskegon Museum of Art
Location: 296 W. Webster Ave. Muskegon, MI
Thursday, October 8 from 5:00 – 6:30pm
Are you interested in submitting a story to the Middle Read Short Story Contest? Find inspiration at the art museum with Heather, Curator of Education at the MMA. She will lead a workshop helping to develop ideas and skills. Snacks and drinks will be provided for all who attend. Free!
The Middle Read short story contest is open to Middle School and High School Students.
https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/creative-writing-workshop-at-the-muskegon-museum-of-art/
Landscapes & Characters at HPL
In-Person at Hackley Library
Saturday, October 10 from 1:00 – 2:00pm
All of the illustrations in “The Eyes and the Impossible” are landscape paintings from the 1800’s that Shawn Harris painted Johannes into.
We will provide the landscapes and you can provide the characters! If you haven’t read the book, you could draw a favorite character from a book you love.
Recommended for ages 9 – 13. Free!
This program is in conjunction with the Muskegon Museum of Art’s Super Saturday.
https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/landscapes-and-characters-middle-read-program/
Tween Time
In-Person at Hackley Library
Tuesday, October 13 from 3:30 – 5:00pm
In October we’ll celebrate our Middle Read book for this year, “The Eyes and the Impossible” by Dave Eggers, by creating canvases. Check HPL’s Facebook page or hackleylibrary.org for more Teen Time programs that will happen over the next few months. For ages 9-13. Free. https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/tween-time-2/
MI Little Cooks Spooky Soup
In-Person at Hackley Library
Saturday, October 24 at 10:00am
Boil, boil, toil, and trouble! Chef Jessi will be back to teach us a fun and easy soup recipe. Ages 7-10. Please call 231-722-8014 to register (free).
https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/mi-little-cooks-spooky-soup/
What Can a Citizen Do? Story Time at MMA
In-Person at Muskegon Museum of Art
Location: 296 W. Webster Ave. Muskegon, MI
Friday, October 30 at 10:30am
What is your civic duty? We will be reading books about what it means to be a citizen! We’ll be highlighting our Little Read book “What Can a Citizen Do?” by Dave Eggers. Afterwards we’ll finish with creating torn paper portrait collages. Free.
https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/what-can-a-citizen-do-storytime-at-the-muskegon-museum-of-art/
Halloween Story Time
In-Person at Hackley Library
Saturday, October 31 at 10:30am
Miss Lydia and Miss Melissa are spooking up some not-so-scary tales! Kick off Halloween with this delightful Story Time. Costumes are welcomed and encouraged! Ages 0-5. Free.
https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/halloween-story-time/
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
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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