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Beginner MLK Cross Stitch
2026-01-13 16:00:00 2026-01-13 17:00:00 America/Chicago Beginner MLK Cross Stitch Get the materials and learn the basics of cross stitch at North Park while celebrating the legacy of MLK. For ages 12+. EVPL North Park - Meeting Room

Tuesday, January 13
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-13 16:00:00 2026-01-13 17:00:00 America/Chicago Beginner MLK Cross Stitch Get the materials and learn the basics of cross stitch at North Park while celebrating the legacy of MLK. For ages 12+. EVPL North Park - Meeting Room

EVPL North Park

Meeting Room

Get the materials and learn the basics of cross stitch at North Park while celebrating the legacy of MLK. For ages 12+.

There will be several patterns to choose from, and supplies will be provided.

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

EVENT TYPE: | Holiday | Arts & Leisure |

TAGS: | Teens | EVPL North Park | Adults |

EVPL North Park
Phone: 812.428.8237
Hours
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Mon, Dec 08 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 09 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 10 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Dec 11 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Dec 12 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 13 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 14 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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Stories with Santa
Mon, Dec 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Santa is excited to visit EVPL again this year! Please join us for stories, crafts,... more
Santa is excited to visit EVPL again this year! Please join us for stories, crafts, pictures, and treats. Storytime will start at 10am with pictures, activities, and snacks to follow.
Central High School Orchestra String Chamber
Mon, Dec 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Enjoy Christmas music performed by the Central High School String Chamber.
Baby & Me
Tue, Dec 16, 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, Dec 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Come sit and knit (or crochet, spin, embroider, or do other handwork) with us!
Wrap & Yap
Wed, Dec 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Don't wrap alone! Snack, sip, and wrap gifts among friends.
Whose Next? - Community Board Game Night
Wed, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
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 Under the Stars
Wed, Dec 17, 6:45pm - 7:30pm
Children's Tower
Join us in the North park Children's Tower for camping themed stories, dances, and a craft.... more
Join us in the North park Children's Tower for camping themed stories, dances, and a craft. We encourage bringing sleeping bags or wearing pajamas. For ages 2-5 with a caregiver.
Storytime
Thu, Dec 18, 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.
World Literature Book Discussion
Thu, Dec 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Small Group Room A
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)
Mystery Lovers' Book Club
Thu, Dec 18, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Lounge
Join others who love reading mysteries as we discuss this month's selection.
Gentle Yoga
Fri, Dec 19, 9:30am - 10:30am
Join us for a session of gentle stretching, functional movement, and strength building.... more
Join us for a session of gentle stretching, functional movement, and strength building. Yoga mats are provided, but limited. Feel free to bring your own!
Craft & Movie Mornings
Fri, Dec 19, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Meeting Room
This month for the holidays, we are watching "Home Alone" (1990) (PG) and making a... more
This month for the holidays, we are watching "Home Alone" (1990) (PG) and making a Christmas tree craft.
Sensory Room Open House
Fri, Dec 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Sensory Room
Come and explore our newly renovated Sensory Room at North Park!
Storytime with Miss Collegiate North's Teen
Sat, Dec 20, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Join us for a special storytime with the winner of Miss Collegiate North's Teen, Emma... more
Join us for a special storytime with the winner of Miss Collegiate North's Teen, Emma Roemke! A story, craft, and community art craft will be offered. For ages 3-8 with a parent or guardian.
Canvas Paint Party
Sat, Dec 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Have you always wanted to learn how to paint awesome looking pictures? Here's your chance... more
Have you always wanted to learn how to paint awesome looking pictures? Here's your chance to learn how and make something spectacular! Registration required. Registration opens 40 days before program.
This event is full
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Mon, Dec 22, 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, return for your stuffed animal and find out what they were up to the previous night.
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Tue, Dec 23, 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.
Blind Date With a Book - Black authors edition
Fri, Jan 02, All day
Celebrate Martin Luther King Day by unwrapping a mystery! All month long!
Scavenger Hunt
Fri, Jan 02, 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
Fri, Jan 02, All day
Come get a simple science activity from the children's area to take home with you!... more
Come get a simple science activity from the children's area to take home with you! Available all month long!
Baby & Me
Tue, Jan 06, 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.
Drawn Together Art Club
Wed, Jan 07, 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!
Minecraft Mania
Thu, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Building creativity, one block at a time!
Sensory Room Open House
Fri, Jan 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Sensory Room
Come and explore our newly renovated Sensory Room at North Park!
Crafter-Noon - Paper Booklights
Fri, Jan 09, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Come and spend a relaxing afternoon learning a new craft project and meeting new friends.... more
Come and spend a relaxing afternoon learning a new craft project and meeting new friends. This month we're creating paper booklights!
North Park Genealogy Interest Group
Sat, Jan 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Discover your family history.
K Pop Demon Hunters Glow Party
Sat, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Get ready for a fun-filled hour of glow-in-the-dark excitement! Step into a neon world of... more
Get ready for a fun-filled hour of glow-in-the-dark excitement! Step into a neon world of K-pop beats, cool costumes, and epic demon hunter adventures. Dress up, light up, and let the party begin!
Movie Mondays - In Remembrance of Martin (1986)
Mon, Jan 12, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room
Friends, family, and advisors of Dr. King, Jr. remember him in this documentary. Footage... more
Friends, family, and advisors of Dr. King, Jr. remember him in this documentary. Footage from speeches and marches are included. This film is not rated.
Baby & Me
Tue, Jan 13, 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.
Beginner MLK Cross Stitch
Tue, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Get the materials and learn the basics of cross stitch at North Park while celebrating the... more
Get the materials and learn the basics of cross stitch at North Park while celebrating the legacy of MLK. For ages 12+.
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