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Book Sleuth Challenge

Teen Scavenger Hunt
2025-06-02 00:00:00 2025-06-02 23:59:00 America/Chicago Book Sleuth Challenge Explore the library to find hidden miniature books. Complete the challenge to earn a small prize. Let the search begin! EVPL McCollough -

Monday, June 02
All day

Add to Calendar 2025-06-02 00:00:00 2025-06-02 23:59:00 America/Chicago Book Sleuth Challenge Explore the library to find hidden miniature books. Complete the challenge to earn a small prize. Let the search begin! EVPL McCollough -

Explore the library to find hidden miniature books. Complete the challenge to earn a small prize. Let the search begin!

Explore the library stacks to find hidden miniature books throughout the space. This monthly scavenger hunt invites you to explore and discover exciting new titles, and experience the thrill of the search. Every time you find a hidden item, you're one step closer to completing the challenge. A small prize will be awarded to those who finish their search.

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

EVENT TYPE: | Books/Literature/Writing |

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EVPL McCollough
Phone: 812.428.8236
Hours
Mon, Apr 28 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Apr 29 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 30 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 01 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 02 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 03 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 04 Closed
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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

Paws for Comfort
Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting 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!
Family Dance Party
Mon, May 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family as we move & groove! Stories, songs & activities!
Mid-Week Makers at McCollough
Wed, May 07, 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.
Sew-ciety
Fri, May 09, 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, May 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
A book club for the books you should have read but haven't. Yet! Come enjoy a cup of coffee... more
A book club for the books you should have read but haven't. Yet! Come enjoy a cup of coffee and discuss Frances Hodgson Burnett's 'The Secret Garden.'
Family Dance Party
Mon, May 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family as we move & groove! Stories, songs & activities!
Tech Time
Tue, May 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Small Group Room A
Ask any questions you have about your devices, computers, or anything tech related!
Improv Class
Tue, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Participate in group activities, learn acting techniques and theater games, or just have fun!
Play & Learn
Wed, May 14, 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!
Mid-Week Makers at McCollough
Wed, May 14, 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, May 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
May's discussion will be The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride
Storm Watching - Wayne Hart and Evansville Skywarn presents
Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Evansville Skywarn, a local organization of trained weather watchers, and meteorologist,... more
Evansville Skywarn, a local organization of trained weather watchers, and meteorologist, Wayne Hart speak how they gather information to keep our community safe and informed during turbulent weather.
Family Dance Party
Mon, May 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family as we move & groove! Stories, songs & activities!
Soothing Flow Yoga
Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for a relaxing gentle yoga session with local yoga instructor Nicole D.!
Whodunit: True Crime Enthusiasts Club - The Gardner Museum Heist
Tue, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
In 1990, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum had 13 works of art stolen, including... more
In 1990, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum had 13 works of art stolen, including masterpieces by Vermeer, Rembrandt, and Degas. The $500 million theft remains unsolved.
Play & Learn
Wed, May 21, 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!
Mid-Week Makers at McCollough
Wed, May 21, 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.
Sew-ciety
Fri, May 23, 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.
Tech Time
Tue, May 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Small Group Room A
Ask any questions you have about your devices, computers, or anything tech related!
Tuesday Movie Night - The Straight Story (1999)
Tue, May 27, 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.
Play & Learn
Wed, May 28, 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!
Mid-Week Makers at McCollough
Wed, May 28, 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.
Our Summer Kickoff Celebration
Thu, May 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Our Summer starts on Thursday, May 29 at all EVPL locations! Join us for a kickoff... more
Our Summer starts on Thursday, May 29 at all EVPL locations! Join us for a kickoff celebration with crafts, activities, and snacks
Ace the Summer with the Evansville Aces Athletes!
Thu, May 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
What do college athletes and books have in common? Determination, passion, and a winning... more
What do college athletes and books have in common? Determination, passion, and a winning mindset! Come meet and greet some Ace athletes while listening to their favorite stories!
Poetry Spark Jar - Ignite your creativity with a prompt and a pen
Mon, Jun 02, All day
Love poetry but need a creative boost? Draw a prompt from our spark jar to ignite the poet... more
Love poetry but need a creative boost? Draw a prompt from our spark jar to ignite the poet within!
Book Sleuth Challenge - Teen Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Jun 02, All day
Explore the library to find hidden miniature books. Complete the challenge to earn a small... more
Explore the library to find hidden miniature books. Complete the challenge to earn a small prize. Let the search begin!
Explore the Stacks - Adult Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Jun 02, All day
Participate in our ongoing scavenger hunt! Explore the library to find hidden miniature... more
Participate in our ongoing scavenger hunt! Explore the library to find hidden miniature books and movies. Complete the hunt to earn small prizes. Happy searching!
Family Dance Party
Mon, Jun 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family as we move & groove! Stories, songs & activities!
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