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Tell Your Story

Stories in Verse
2025-05-21 15:30:00 2025-05-21 16:30:00 America/Chicago Tell Your Story Learn about the art of telling stories in verse through upcoming SPEAK author Kwame Alexander's Solo and try the format for yourself! EVPL Central - Café

Wednesday, May 21
3:30pm - 4:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-21 15:30:00 2025-05-21 16:30:00 America/Chicago Tell Your Story Learn about the art of telling stories in verse through upcoming SPEAK author Kwame Alexander's Solo and try the format for yourself! EVPL Central - Café

EVPL Central

Café

Learn about the art of telling stories in verse through upcoming SPEAK author Kwame Alexander's Solo and try the format for yourself!

May 21: Discuss SPEAK author Kwame Alexander's novel in verse Solo and learn about effectively crafting stories in verse

June 4: Try your hand at creating your story in verse!

AGE GROUP: | Young Adults (12-18) |

EVENT TYPE: | Books/Literature/Writing |

TAGS: | Teens | Teen activities | SPEAK | Literacy | EVPL Central | Book Discussion |

EVPL Central
Phone: 812.428.8200
Hours
Mon, Apr 21 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Apr 22 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 23 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Apr 24 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Apr 25 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 26 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 27 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

*Originally opened in 1932 and designated as Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library’s main branch, EVPL Central is located at 200 SE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd. With 145,000 square feet, the building contains areas for kids and teens, Maker Central, Education Central, Business Central, study rooms, and the Indiana Room, a special collection of materials that focus on local and regional history. Available for public use, EVPL Central also features the Browning Rooms, a conference room, and a large group room.

Upcoming events

Teen Gaming
Mon, Apr 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Café
We offer a variety of video, board, and card games for you and your friends to play! Game... more
We offer a variety of video, board, and card games for you and your friends to play! Game consoles: Nintendo Switch, Wii, Xbox, PlayStation, and GameCube.
Kids' Bingo Night
Mon, Apr 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Browning Event Room B
Join us at Central Library for a monthly Bingo evening! Kids, grab your grownups and spend... more
Join us at Central Library for a monthly Bingo evening! Kids, grab your grownups and spend an entertaining evening playing Bingo. This will be an evening of fun with a chance to win prizes!
Storytime
Tue, Apr 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
READ Center - River 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.
Terrific Tuesdays! - Earth Day Edition
Tue, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
READ Center - Education Central
Join us for a special Earth Day Edition of our weekly Terrific Tuesdays program. Paint... more
Join us for a special Earth Day Edition of our weekly Terrific Tuesdays program. Paint flower pots, plant flowers, and learn some cool facts about the Earth we share!
Upcycle Crafting
Tue, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Café
Stop by for ideas on how to upcycle everyday items into fun new crafts!
Getting Creative with Canva
Tue, Apr 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Browning Event Room B
Bring your laptop or tablet and learn about the cool things you can do with the free... more
Bring your laptop or tablet and learn about the cool things you can do with the free service Canva.
Play & Learn
Wed, Apr 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
READ Center - River Room
Grow early literacy skills with stories, group learning activities, and plenty of open play... more
Grow early literacy skills with stories, group learning activities, and plenty of open play time! For ages 0-5 with a caregiver.
Family Dance Party!
Thu, Apr 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
READ Center - River Room
Bring the whole family and join us as we move & groove to old classics and new favorites!
What's Cooking? - Book Discussion
Thu, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Browning Event Room B
A book club, but for cookbooks! Try out a different recipe each month, and come to discuss... more
A book club, but for cookbooks! Try out a different recipe each month, and come to discuss with other passionate home cooks.
Baby & Me
Fri, Apr 25, 10:00am - 10:45am
Browning Event Room A
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.
Arbor Day Poetry
Fri, Apr 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
READ Center - Education Central
In celebration of National Poetry Month and Arbor Day, join us at the READ Center as we... more
In celebration of National Poetry Month and Arbor Day, join us at the READ Center as we create nature-themed poetry together!
Craft Supply Swap
Sat, Apr 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Browning Event Room B
Have extra craft supplies taking up space in your home? Come swap them!
Teen Gaming
Mon, Apr 28, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Café
We offer a variety of video, board, and card games for you and your friends to play! Game... more
We offer a variety of video, board, and card games for you and your friends to play! Game consoles: Nintendo Switch, Wii, Xbox, PlayStation, and GameCube.
Storytime
Tue, Apr 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
READ Center - River 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.
Terrific Tuesdays!
Tue, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
READ Center - Education Central
Something different every week! Games! S.T.E.A.M.! And other themes.
Unlock New Skills: Python Programming for Adults
Tue, Apr 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Browning Event Room B
Dive into the world of programming with our beginner-friendly workshop designed... more
Dive into the world of programming with our beginner-friendly workshop designed specifically for adults eager to learn a valuable new skill—Python coding.
Play & Learn
Wed, Apr 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
READ Center - River Room
Grow early literacy skills with stories, group learning activities, and plenty of open play... more
Grow early literacy skills with stories, group learning activities, and plenty of open play time! For ages 0-5 with a caregiver.
Matthew 25 Services
Wed, Apr 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lobby
Stop by and talk to a Matthew 25 Services representative about the support they provide to... more
Stop by and talk to a Matthew 25 Services representative about the support they provide to the community.
Guess That Historic Building Contest
Thu, May 01, All day
Join us at EVPL Central for a month-long display and contest, which showcases images of... more
Join us at EVPL Central for a month-long display and contest, which showcases images of historic buildings and homes in Evansville from our Digital Archive collection.
Family Dance Party!
Thu, May 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
READ Center - River Room
Bring the whole family and join us as we move & groove to old classics and new favorites!
Classic Film Series
Thu, May 01, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Browning Event Rooms A And B
Come join us the first Thursday of every month for respected masterpieces, underrated gems,... more
Come join us the first Thursday of every month for respected masterpieces, underrated gems, and fan favorites, projected on a wall-sized screen. Free popcorn and soda at every film.
Friday Morning with Patchwork - Free blood pressure screenings!
Fri, May 02, 9:30am - 11:30am
Lobby
Join the healthcare team from Patchwork Central in the Central Library lobby for free blood... more
Join the healthcare team from Patchwork Central in the Central Library lobby for free blood pressure screenings and more.
Baby & Me
Fri, May 02, 10:00am - 10:45am
READ Center - River 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.
Teen Gaming
Mon, May 05, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Café
We offer a variety of video, board, and card games for you and your friends to play! Game... more
We offer a variety of video, board, and card games for you and your friends to play! Game consoles: Nintendo Switch, Wii, Xbox, PlayStation, and GameCube.
Storytime
Tue, May 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
READ Center - River 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.
Terrific Tuesdays!
Tue, May 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
READ Center - River Room
Something different every week! Games! S.T.E.A.M.! And other themes.
Health Information Tables
Wed, May 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby
Stop by for health related information to help keep you and your family healthy. Typical... more
Stop by for health related information to help keep you and your family healthy. Typical vendors include Familia Dental, CareSource, Smokefree Communities, and Anthem.
Play & Learn
Wed, May 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
READ Center - River Room
Grow early literacy skills with stories, group learning activities, and plenty of open play... more
Grow early literacy skills with stories, group learning activities, and plenty of open play time! For ages 0-5 with a caregiver.
Scavenger Hunt - for Teens
Wed, May 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Café
Be the first to find all the hidden items in the garden to have the first choice from a... more
Be the first to find all the hidden items in the garden to have the first choice from a selection of Friends Bookstore Books.
Nonfiction Book Discussion
Wed, May 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Browning Event Room B
Join us on the 1st Wednesday of each month for a nonfiction book discussion.
Family Dance Party!
Thu, May 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
READ Center - River Room
Bring the whole family and join us as we move & groove to old classics and new favorites!
LGBTeen
Thu, May 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Café
Join us in EVPL Central's Teen Cafe every month as we discuss an LGBT+ centered young adult... more
Join us in EVPL Central's Teen Cafe every month as we discuss an LGBT+ centered young adult title!
Baby & Me
Fri, May 09, 10:00am - 10:45am
READ Center - River 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.
Teen Gaming
Mon, May 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Café
We offer a variety of video, board, and card games for you and your friends to play! Game... more
We offer a variety of video, board, and card games for you and your friends to play! Game consoles: Nintendo Switch, Wii, Xbox, PlayStation, and GameCube.
Block Party
Mon, May 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
READ Center - River Room
Test your engineering skills with our huge block collection. Legos, Magna-Tiles, foam... more
Test your engineering skills with our huge block collection. Legos, Magna-Tiles, foam blocks, and more, there's something for all ages.
Storytime
Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
READ Center - River 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.
Terrific Tuesdays!
Tue, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
READ Center - River Room
Something different every week! Games! S.T.E.A.M.! And other themes.
LGBTQ+ Movie Night
Tue, May 13, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Browning Event Rooms A And B
Join us for our monthly LGBTQ+ Movie Nights, where we'll screen films that reflect the rich... more
Join us for our monthly LGBTQ+ Movie Nights, where we'll screen films that reflect the rich diversity, struggles, and triumphs of the LGBTQ+ community.
Play & Learn
Wed, May 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
READ Center - River Room
Grow early literacy skills with stories, group learning activities, and plenty of open play... more
Grow early literacy skills with stories, group learning activities, and plenty of open play time! For ages 0-5 with a caregiver.
The Civil Rights Movement in Evansville
Wed, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Browning Event Rooms A And B
Join us for this illustrated presentation aimed at a teen audience on the civil rights... more
Join us for this illustrated presentation aimed at a teen audience on the civil rights struggle in Evansville by Dr. James MacLeod. ________________________________________
Family Dance Party!
Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
READ Center - River Room
Bring the whole family and join us as we move & groove to old classics and new favorites!
Ren Faire Crafting
Thu, May 15, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Café
Whether you're a Faire fiend or just looking to add some whimsy to your day, come enjoy a... more
Whether you're a Faire fiend or just looking to add some whimsy to your day, come enjoy a casual crafting environment and leave with your own Charms/Trinkets for trading!
Baby & Me
Fri, May 16, 10:00am - 10:45am
READ Center - River 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.
Design Time
Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Kick-start your creativity with a different activity each month!
Teen Gaming
Mon, May 19, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Café
We offer a variety of video, board, and card games for you and your friends to play! Game... more
We offer a variety of video, board, and card games for you and your friends to play! Game consoles: Nintendo Switch, Wii, Xbox, PlayStation, and GameCube.
Kids' Bingo Night
Mon, May 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Browning Event Room B
Join us at Central Library for a monthly Bingo evening! Kids, grab your grownups and spend... more
Join us at Central Library for a monthly Bingo evening! Kids, grab your grownups and spend an entertaining evening playing Bingo. This will be an evening of fun with a chance to win prizes!
Storytime
Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
READ Center - River 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.
Christian Fiction Book Discussion
Tue, May 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Large Group Room
Join us on the 3rd Tuesday of each month for a Christian Fiction Book Discussion.
Terrific Tuesdays!
Tue, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
READ Center - River Room
Something different every week! Games! S.T.E.A.M.! And other themes.
Play & Learn
Wed, May 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
READ Center - River Room
Grow early literacy skills with stories, group learning activities, and plenty of open play... more
Grow early literacy skills with stories, group learning activities, and plenty of open play time! For ages 0-5 with a caregiver.
Tell Your Story - Stories in Verse
Wed, May 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Café
Learn about the art of telling stories in verse through upcoming SPEAK author Kwame... more
Learn about the art of telling stories in verse through upcoming SPEAK author Kwame Alexander's Solo and try the format for yourself!
See all events