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Graphic Tales: True Stories in Pictures

2025-04-10 15:00:00 2025-04-10 16:00:00 America/Chicago Graphic Tales: True Stories in Pictures Discover how to tell real-life stories through the art of graphic novels! EVPL McCollough - Activity Room

Thursday, April 10
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-10 15:00:00 2025-04-10 16:00:00 America/Chicago Graphic Tales: True Stories in Pictures Discover how to tell real-life stories through the art of graphic novels! EVPL McCollough - Activity Room

EVPL McCollough

Activity Room

Discover how to tell real-life stories through the art of graphic novels!

Inspired by Ralph Shayne’s Hour of Need, which honors the heroes who saved Danish Jews during the Holocaust, this event will teach kids how to craft true stories with both words and visuals. Ralph Shayne is a featured author in this year’s SPEAK Lecture Series at EVPL, and he’ll share insights on creating powerful, real-world narratives in the graphic novel format.

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

EVENT TYPE: | Books/Literature/Writing | Arts & Leisure |

TAGS: | SPEAK | EVPL McCollough | Book Discussion | Art |

EVPL McCollough

Hours

About the branch

EVPL McCollough reopened June 5th.

This location has been renovated and updated. Here’s what you can expect when you visit:

Updated Children’s Area with a new Activity Room
Brand new Meeting Room with enhanced technology
Four new Small Meeting Rooms
New lighting throughout the building
New furniture, carpet, and paint

Upcoming events

Tue, Mar 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Small Group Room A

Ask any questions you have about your devices, computers, or anything tech related!

Tue, Mar 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Meeting Room

Participate in group activities, learn acting techniques and theater games, or just have fun!

Wed, Mar 12, 10:00am - 11:10am

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Wed, Mar 12, 10:50am - 12:00pm

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Wed, Mar 12, 11:40am - 12:50pm

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Wed, Mar 12, 12:30pm - 1:40pm

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Wed, Mar 12, 1:20pm - 2:30pm

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Mid-Week Makers at McCollough

Wed, Mar 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Activity Room

Come explore the world of creativity with Mrs. Liz and the Mid-Week Makers! Explore arts... more

Come explore the world of creativity with Mrs. Liz and the Mid-Week Makers! Explore arts and crafts from slime to snacks each Wednesday afternoon.

One More Chapter! Book Club - Searching for the unputdownable books.

Wed, Mar 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Meeting Room

We will be discussing Letters From Skye by Jessica Brockmole

Thu, Mar 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Meeting Room

Join us for playtime and skill-building for your little crawlers and walkers! Play at... more

Join us for playtime and skill-building for your little crawlers and walkers! Play at different skill-building stations!

Fri, Mar 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Meeting Room

Want to learn to quilt? Intimidated by your sewing machine? Want to repair a favorite piece... more

Want to learn to quilt? Intimidated by your sewing machine? Want to repair a favorite piece of clothing? Learn these things and more while enjoying the community of our Sew-ciety.

Family Dance Party

Mon, Mar 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Meeting Room

Bring the whole family as we move & groove! Stories, songs & activities!

Whodunit: True Crime Enthusiasts Club - The Axeman of New Orleans

Tue, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Meeting Room

The Axeman of New Orleans was an unidentified killer active between 1918 and 1919,... more

The Axeman of New Orleans was an unidentified killer active between 1918 and 1919, targeting victims with an axe, allegedly sparing those who played jazz music in their homes.

Wed, Mar 19, 10:00am - 11:10am

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Wed, Mar 19, 10:50am - 12:00pm

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Wed, Mar 19, 11:40am - 12:50pm

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Wed, Mar 19, 12:30pm - 1:40pm

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Wed, Mar 19, 1:20pm - 2:30pm

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Mid-Week Makers at McCollough

Wed, Mar 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Activity Room

Come explore the world of creativity with Mrs. Liz and the Mid-Week Makers! Explore arts... more

Come explore the world of creativity with Mrs. Liz and the Mid-Week Makers! Explore arts and crafts from slime to snacks each Wednesday afternoon.

Sit and Stitch - Come Practice your Stitchcraft

Wed, Mar 19, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Whatever you stitch, bring your own project and enjoy the community of other crafty people.

Thu, Mar 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Meeting Room

Join us for playtime and skill-building for your little crawlers and walkers! Play at... more

Join us for playtime and skill-building for your little crawlers and walkers! Play at different skill-building stations!

Family Trivia Night

Fri, Mar 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Meeting Room

Bring the family and enjoy a night of trivia and fun together! This month's theme is... more

Bring the family and enjoy a night of trivia and fun together! This month's theme is 'Movies.' Top team wins a prize! Snacks provided.

Family Dance Party

Mon, Mar 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Meeting Room

Bring the whole family as we move & groove! Stories, songs & activities!

Tue, Mar 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Small Group Room A

Ask any questions you have about your devices, computers, or anything tech related!

Tuesday Movie Night - Eraserhead (1977)

Tue, Mar 25, 5:45pm - 8:00pm

Meeting Room

Watch a movie every month, ranging from contemporary hits to esteemed masterpieces to cult... more

Watch a movie every month, ranging from contemporary hits to esteemed masterpieces to cult classics! Popcorn and soda will be provided.

Wed, Mar 26, 10:00am - 11:10am

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Wed, Mar 26, 10:50am - 12:00pm

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Wed, Mar 26, 11:40am - 12:50pm

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Wed, Mar 26, 12:30pm - 1:40pm

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Wed, Mar 26, 1:20pm - 2:30pm

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Mid-Week Makers at McCollough

Wed, Mar 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Activity Room

Come explore the world of creativity with Mrs. Liz and the Mid-Week Makers! Explore arts... more

Come explore the world of creativity with Mrs. Liz and the Mid-Week Makers! Explore arts and crafts from slime to snacks each Wednesday afternoon.

Thu, Mar 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Meeting Room

Join us for playtime and skill-building for your little crawlers and walkers! Play at... more

Join us for playtime and skill-building for your little crawlers and walkers! Play at different skill-building stations!

Thu, Mar 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Meeting Room

Calling all Dog Man fans, comic lovers, and party enthusiasts—it's time to celebrate the... more

Calling all Dog Man fans, comic lovers, and party enthusiasts—it's time to celebrate the legendary canine hero in style! It’s going to be a paw-some time!

Fri, Mar 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Meeting Room

Want to learn to quilt? Intimidated by your sewing machine? Want to repair a favorite piece... more

Want to learn to quilt? Intimidated by your sewing machine? Want to repair a favorite piece of clothing? Learn these things and more while enjoying the community of our Sew-ciety.

Coffee & A Classic - Read the books you should've read but haven't!

Sat, Mar 29, 10:00am - 11:00am

Meeting Room

A book club for the books you should have read but haven't. Yet! Come discuss Charles... more

A book club for the books you should have read but haven't. Yet! Come discuss Charles Dickens' 'Great Expectations' at our first meeting.

Family Dance Party

Mon, Mar 31, 10:00am - 11:00am

Meeting Room

Bring the whole family as we move & groove! Stories, songs & activities!

Miracle at Midnight (Rated PG-13)

Mon, Mar 31, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room

The uplifting, true-life story of how one Danish family risked their lives in the... more

The uplifting, true-life story of how one Danish family risked their lives in the remarkable effort to save thousands of their Jewish countrymen.

New Browning Genealogy & Local History Website

Tue, Apr 01, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Meeting Room

Please join us for a brief overview of the brand new website where you'll find all of the... more

Please join us for a brief overview of the brand new website where you'll find all of the genealogical data you've been searching all these years, but on an updated and more user-friendly website.

Wed, Apr 02, 10:00am - 11:10am

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Wed, Apr 02, 10:50am - 12:00pm

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Wed, Apr 02, 11:40am - 12:50pm

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Wed, Apr 02, 12:30pm - 1:40pm

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Wed, Apr 02, 1:20pm - 2:30pm

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Mid-Week Makers at McCollough

Wed, Apr 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Activity Room

Come explore the world of creativity with Mrs. Liz and the Mid-Week Makers! Explore arts... more

Come explore the world of creativity with Mrs. Liz and the Mid-Week Makers! Explore arts and crafts from slime to snacks each Wednesday afternoon.

Sit and Stitch - Come Practice your Stitchcraft

Wed, Apr 02, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Meeting Room

Whatever you stitch, bring your project and enjoy the community of other crafters.

Thu, Apr 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

Meeting Room

Join us for playtime and skill-building for your little crawlers and walkers! Play at... more

Join us for playtime and skill-building for your little crawlers and walkers! Play at different skill-building stations!

Chilling Reads Collective

Thu, Apr 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Meeting Room

Welcome to the Chilling Reads Collective, where we dive into horror, scary sci-fi, and dark... more

Welcome to the Chilling Reads Collective, where we dive into horror, scary sci-fi, and dark fantasy. Enjoy thrilling reads and discussions that explore the chilling depths of these genres!

Paws for Comfort

Sat, Apr 05, 10:00am - 11:00am

Activity Room

Come spend time with Jack the therapy dog! Engaging with a warm, loving pet is known to... more

Come spend time with Jack the therapy dog! Engaging with a warm, loving pet is known to reduce stress, anxiety, trauma, and loneliness. Come as you are and leave feeling better!

Tue, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Small Group Room A

Ask any questions you have about your devices, computers, or anything tech related!

Tue, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Meeting Room

Participate in group activities, learn acting techniques and theater games, or just have fun!

Wed, Apr 09, 10:00am - 11:10am

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Wed, Apr 09, 10:50am - 12:00pm

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Wed, Apr 09, 11:40am - 12:50pm

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Wed, Apr 09, 12:30pm - 1:40pm

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Wed, Apr 09, 1:20pm - 2:30pm

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax... more

AARP tax professionals will be available to help answer questions and prepare your tax return. Registration will shorten your wait. Those without appointments may not be served if schedule is full.

This event is full

Mid-Week Makers at McCollough

Wed, Apr 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Activity Room

Come explore the world of creativity with Mrs. Liz and the Mid-Week Makers! Explore arts... more

Come explore the world of creativity with Mrs. Liz and the Mid-Week Makers! Explore arts and crafts from slime to snacks each Wednesday afternoon.

One More Chapter! Book Club - Searching for the unputdownable books

Wed, Apr 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

We will be discussing I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy

Thu, Apr 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Meeting Room

Join us for playtime and skill-building for your little crawlers and walkers! Play at... more

Join us for playtime and skill-building for your little crawlers and walkers! Play at different skill-building stations!

Graphic Tales: True Stories in Pictures

Thu, Apr 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Activity Room

Discover how to tell real-life stories through the art of graphic novels!

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