Abstract: A portable message device comprises a box-like housing, including a channel hook mounting bracket, for detachable mounting on the edge a closure of an automobile, or a building, and includes a cassette tape player mounted within the housing for playing a prerecorded message. In one embodiment, the tape player is mounted on one end of the bracket and the speaker for the player, and an activating switch is mounted on the other so that the player can be secured within an enclosure with the speaker and activating switch being externally accessible. The player is activated by a push button on the exterior of the speaker housing and includes control means that automatically stops the tape at the end of the message.