Stormy the Magician Prepping the Foam Party
Stormy the Magician, aka David Storms, creating foam for celebrants to play in at the 125th Anniversary of the library.
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A few people playing in the foam on the hill at Thornapple Plaza celebrating the 125th anniversary of the Library.
Children playing in the foam at Thornapple Plaza celebrating the 125th anniversary of the Library.
Kids Playing with a Giant Connect Four Game
Children with a giant Connect Four game, one of several outdoor games set up at Thornapple Plaza celebrating the 125th anniversary of the Library.
People playing in the foam on the hill at Thornapple Plaza celebrating the 125th anniversary of the Library.
Side 1 of the 125th Anniversary Library History Display
Part of the Library History display created by Diane Hawkins showcasing key events in the library over its 125 years.
Side 2 of the 125th Anniversary Library History Display
The 125th Anniversary Library Display Showcasing The Reminder Newspaper Covers About the Library and Book Titles From the Original Women's Club Reading Room.
The 125th Anniversary Library Display Showcasing The Reminder Newspaper Covers About the Library and Book Titles From the original Women's Club of Hastings Reading Room. Created by Barbara Haywood.
A chronological list of key dates in the history of the Hastings Public Library from 1893 through 2021.
List of Hastings Public Library Directors
List of Hastings Public Library Directors from 1918 through 2022.
Letter from State Librarian Genevieve Casey to Mrs. Richard Groos
Letter from State Librarian Genevieve Casey to Mrs. Richard Groos supporting the Hastings Library Board's recommendation to acquire the post office for a new library location.
Letter from the Hastings Public Library Board to the City Mayor
Letter from the Hastings Public Library Board to the City Mayor recommending purchase of the post office for a new library building.
Letter from Head Librarian Helene Fairchild to Hastings City Parents
Letter from librarian Helene Fairchild to Hastings city parents encouraging them to use and encourage their children to use the library.
Hastings Public Library Celebrates 125 Years Newspaper Article
Newspaper article celebrating the 125th anniversary of the Hastings Public Library.
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Handwritten Note from Mrs. Richard Groos to the Hastings City Mayor and City Council
Handwritten note from Mrs. Richard Groos to the Hastings City Mayor and City Council accompanying a letter received from the Michigan State Librarian.
HPL 125th Anniversary Plaque from State Representative Julie Calley
A framed proclamation initiated by state representative Julie Calley celebrating the Hastings Public Library's 125th anniversary.
Hastings Mayor Beckwith Signing for Ownership of the Post Office Building
Photograph of Mayor Becwith signing paperwork for the City of Hastings to take ownership of the old post office to become a library.
Librarian Florence Wilson and Board President Mrs. Richard Groos
Photograph of head librarian Florence Wilson and Board President Ethel Groos looking at books.
Photograph of head librarian Eileen Oehler, 1974-1984.
Photograph of head librarian Barb Furrow, 1984-2007.