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Sit. Stay. Read.

with Fender the therapy dog
2024-06-22 13:00:00 2024-06-22 14:00:00 America/Chicago Sit. Stay. Read. Struggling with reading? Come read to Fender the therapy dog. He's good at putting kids at ease and loves listening to them read stories. EVPL North Park - Children's Tower

Saturday, June 22
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-06-22 13:00:00 2024-06-22 14:00:00 America/Chicago Sit. Stay. Read. Struggling with reading? Come read to Fender the therapy dog. He's good at putting kids at ease and loves listening to them read stories. EVPL North Park - Children's Tower

EVPL North Park

Children's Tower

Struggling with reading? Come read to Fender the therapy dog. He's good at putting kids at ease and loves listening to them read stories.

AGE GROUP: | Elementary (Ages 6-11) |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime |

TAGS: | EVPL North Park | Early Literacy |

EVPL North Park
Phone: 812.428.8237
Hours
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Mon, May 18 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 19 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 20 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 21 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 22 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 23 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 24 Closed
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About the branch

Opened in April of 2005, EVPL North Park is located on 960 Koehler Dr. and was constructed in a manner that resembles great lodges found in National Parks. With both children’s and adult’s towers, EVPL North Park boasts a ceiling high stone fireplace, an enclosed outdoor patio, public access computers, and public meeting and study room areas.

Upcoming events

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Baby & Me
Tue, May 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Songs, rhymes, and playing with toys are great for learning and bonding with your baby! For... more
Songs, rhymes, and playing with toys are great for learning and bonding with your baby! For children ages birth to 24 months with a caregiver.
Procrastiknitters
Tue, May 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Come sit and knit (or crochet, spin, embroider, or do other handwork) with us!
Evansville NewsLab/Our Times Listening Session
Wed, May 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
The Evansville NewsLab and Our Times newspaper will host a listening session to hear your... more
The Evansville NewsLab and Our Times newspaper will host a listening session to hear your thoughts on what local news should be covered in Evansville.
Historic McGary Burial Ground program
Wed, May 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Discover the story of Evansville's lost graveyard and its history.
Storytime
Thu, May 21, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more as we build early literacy skills through... more
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more as we build early literacy skills through Storytime! For children ages 2-5 with a caregiver.
Cancelled
World Literature Book Discussion
Thu, May 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Your reason to read and discuss a book that you can brag to your friends and family about... more
Your reason to read and discuss a book that you can brag to your friends and family about having read. (All books can be found at the EVPL North Park circulation desk)
Welcome to the Adventurer's Guild - A Tabletop RPG Night
Thu, May 21, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Come and play D&D (or other RPG systems) with EVPL North Park! Doesn't matter if you're an... more
Come and play D&D (or other RPG systems) with EVPL North Park! Doesn't matter if you're an old hand or never played, this night is for all experience levels.
Cancelled
Paws for Tales
Sat, May 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Read to a therapy animal! Children can take turns reading to our therapy dog.
Tatting 101 - Beginner Lace-Making Class
Sat, May 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn the basics of shuttle tatting - a way of making lace!
This event is full
Astrophotography Camp
Wed, May 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
For grades 5-8. Request overnight pictures of stars, galaxies, and more from real... more
For grades 5-8. Request overnight pictures of stars, galaxies, and more from real telescopes. Learn how scientists adjust digital images to create beautiful and detailed photos of space.
Cancelled
Whose Next? - Community Board Game Night
Wed, May 27, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Come and join us for a fun evening playing a wide variety of board games with friends,... more
Come and join us for a fun evening playing a wide variety of board games with friends, family, and new people! EVPL will provide the games, though you can bring your own as well.
Storytime
Thu, May 28, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more as we build early literacy skills through... more
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more as we build early literacy skills through Storytime! For children ages 2-5 with a caregiver.
Mystery Lover's Book Club
Thu, May 28, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
monthly meeting of North Park's long running mystery book program
Astrophotography Camp
Fri, May 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
For grades 5-8. Request overnight pictures of stars, galaxies, and more from real... more
For grades 5-8. Request overnight pictures of stars, galaxies, and more from real telescopes. Learn how scientists adjust digital images to create beautiful and detailed photos of space.
Bloom Buddies: Vegetable Plants
Fri, May 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Get your hands dirty and take home your very own starter vegetable plant to jump start your... more
Get your hands dirty and take home your very own starter vegetable plant to jump start your own garden!
Craft & Movie Mornings
Sat, May 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
This month for Children's Book Week, we are watching "Stuart Little" (1999) (PG) and making... more
This month for Children's Book Week, we are watching "Stuart Little" (1999) (PG) and making a mouse and cheese paper plate.
Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Jun 01, All day
Find all the pictures hidden around the North Park Kids Zone to win a prize! This self-led... more
Find all the pictures hidden around the North Park Kids Zone to win a prize! This self-led activity is available all month long!
Take-Home Science
Mon, Jun 01, All day
Take home a simple science activity from the children's area! Available all month long!
Baby & Me
Tue, Jun 02, 10:00am - 10:40am
Meeting Room
Songs, rhymes, and playing with toys are great for learning and bonding with your baby! For... more
Songs, rhymes, and playing with toys are great for learning and bonding with your baby! For children ages birth to 24 months with a caregiver.
Bingo
Tue, Jun 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Join a game of Bingo that the entire family can enjoy!
Drawn Together Art Club
Wed, Jun 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Bring your WIPs and get to know other artists in this art club that meets the first... more
Bring your WIPs and get to know other artists in this art club that meets the first Wednesday of each month. All art styles welcome!
Storytime
Thu, Jun 04, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more as we build early literacy skills through... more
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more as we build early literacy skills through Storytime! For children ages 2-5 with a caregiver.
Welcome to the Adventurer's Guild - A Tabletop RPG Night
Thu, Jun 04, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Come and play D&D (or other RPG systems) with EVPL North Park! Doesn't matter if you're an... more
Come and play D&D (or other RPG systems) with EVPL North Park! Doesn't matter if you're an old hand or never played, this night is for all experience levels.
Cover to Cover Book Discussion
Thu, Jun 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Join us as we read popular novels or occasional nonfiction books, then discuss them.
All Aboard! - Passenger Trains
Sat, Jun 06, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Stop by to see some amazing passenger model trains! Learn about the history of passenger... more
Stop by to see some amazing passenger model trains! Learn about the history of passenger trains in Evansville!
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Mon, Jun 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
On Monday, drop off your favorite stuffed animal for a special overnight library sleepover!... more
On Monday, drop off your favorite stuffed animal for a special overnight library sleepover! On Tuesday, visit the front desk, pick up your animal, and find out what they were up to the previous night.
Ready for 3rd Grade
Mon, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us as we learn new skills and get ready for 3rd grade! Children ages 6-8 who are... more
Join us as we learn new skills and get ready for 3rd grade! Children ages 6-8 who are entering 3rd grade this year or next school year, accompanied by a parent/guardian, are welcome to attend.
Mahjong Mingle - Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
Mon, Jun 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Tue, Jun 09, All day
On Monday, drop off your favorite stuffed animal for a special overnight library sleepover!... more
On Monday, drop off your favorite stuffed animal for a special overnight library sleepover! On Tuesday, visit the front desk, pick up your animal, and find out what they were up to the previous night.
Baby & Me
Tue, Jun 09, 10:00am - 10:40am
Meeting Room
Songs, rhymes, and playing with toys are great for learning and bonding with your baby! For... more
Songs, rhymes, and playing with toys are great for learning and bonding with your baby! For children ages birth to 24 months with a caregiver.
Audiobook Book Club
Tue, Jun 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Get an earful with a new book club! The (Audio) Book Club is for those who prefer to read... more
Get an earful with a new book club! The (Audio) Book Club is for those who prefer to read through listening. This month: Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller. Available on Hoopla and Libby.
Read to Succeed - A Storytime with the EPD
Wed, Jun 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Read to Succeed is a summer initiative by the Evansville Police Department that encourages... more
Read to Succeed is a summer initiative by the Evansville Police Department that encourages children to stay engaged in reading while building strong, positive connections with law enforcement.
Color Like a Comic!
Wed, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn how to make your art look like an old time comic using only four colors and dots!
Pavement Picassos
Thu, Jun 11, 9:00am - 10:00am
Terrace
Come out to North Park every other Thursday morning this summer and beautify our sidewalks!... more
Come out to North Park every other Thursday morning this summer and beautify our sidewalks! Chalk will be provided. For all ages. Dates are 6/11, 6/25, 7/09, and 7/23.
Storytime
Thu, Jun 11, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more as we build early literacy skills through... more
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more as we build early literacy skills through Storytime! For children ages 2-5 with a caregiver.
Welcome to the Adventurer's Guild - A Tabletop RPG Night
Thu, Jun 11, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Come and play D&D (or other RPG systems) with EVPL North Park! Doesn't matter if you're an... more
Come and play D&D (or other RPG systems) with EVPL North Park! Doesn't matter if you're an old hand or never played, this night is for all experience levels.
Learn, Build, Play! Family Edition - with Monte Skelton
Fri, Jun 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Join Monte Skelton for an interactive music program designed to bring families together.... more
Join Monte Skelton for an interactive music program designed to bring families together. This performing arts experience is part of The Arts at EVPL series, sponsored by the EVPL Foundation.
Rescheduled
Minecraft Mania
Fri, Jun 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Friday, June 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Building creativity, one block at a time!
Bubblefest
Mon, Jun 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Have you ever been inside a giant bubble? Can you make a bubble with your hand? Be dressed... more
Have you ever been inside a giant bubble? Can you make a bubble with your hand? Be dressed to get messy and celebrate summer learning with bubbles, bubbles, bubbles. It's our annual Bubblefest!
Ready for 3rd Grade
Mon, Jun 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us as we learn new skills and get ready for 3rd grade! Children ages 6-8 who are... more
Join us as we learn new skills and get ready for 3rd grade! Children ages 6-8 who are entering 3rd grade this year or next school year, accompanied by a parent/guardian, are welcome to attend.
Baby & Me
Tue, Jun 16, 10:00am - 10:40am
Meeting Room
Songs, rhymes, and playing with toys are great for learning and bonding with your baby! For... more
Songs, rhymes, and playing with toys are great for learning and bonding with your baby! For children ages birth to 24 months with a caregiver.
Procrastiknitters
Tue, Jun 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Come sit and knit (or crochet, spin, embroider, or do other handwork) with us!
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