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Matthew 25 Services
2026-05-27 14:00:00 2026-05-27 16:00:00 America/Chicago Matthew 25 Services Stop and chat with a Matthew 25 representative about the services they offer the community EVPL Central - Lobby

Wednesday, May 27
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-05-27 14:00:00 2026-05-27 16:00:00 America/Chicago Matthew 25 Services Stop and chat with a Matthew 25 representative about the services they offer the community EVPL Central - Lobby

EVPL Central

Lobby

Stop and chat with a Matthew 25 representative about the services they offer the community

AGE GROUP: | Adults (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Health & Wellness |

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EVPL Central
Phone: 812.428.8200
Hours
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Mon, May 11 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 12 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 13 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 14 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 15 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 16 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 17 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

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Teen Gaming
Mon, May 18, 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, Xbox Series X, Xbox 360, Wii, GameCube and PlayStation 2.
Paws for Tales
Mon, May 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
READ Center - River Room
Read with a therapy animal! Children can take turns reading to our therapy dog, Oakley.
Storytime
Tue, May 19, 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 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Large Group Meeting Room
Join us on the 3rd Tuesday of each month for a Christian Fiction Book Discussion.
Brain Break Cafe
Tue, May 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Café
Need to take a break during finals week? The Teen Cafe will be open for puzzles, crafts,... more
Need to take a break during finals week? The Teen Cafe will be open for puzzles, crafts, and other quiet activities.
Next Generation Financial Readiness - Presented by Signature School Students
Tue, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
READ Center - River Room
This bilingual program empowers students in grades 3 through 8 to take charge of their... more
This bilingual program empowers students in grades 3 through 8 to take charge of their money from an early age. Tuesdays will be for 6th-8th grades and Thursdays will be for 3rd-5th grades.
Junk Journal Workshop
Tue, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Café
Stop by and use our supplies to work on your junk journal or latest collage project
Play & Learn
Wed, May 20, 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.
Brain Break Cafe
Wed, May 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Café
Need to take a break during finals week? The Teen Cafe will be open for puzzles, crafts,... more
Need to take a break during finals week? The Teen Cafe will be open for puzzles, crafts, and other quiet activities.
Josie and the Pussycats 25th Anniversary Watch Party
Wed, May 20, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Browning Meeting Rooms A And B
Watch the 2001 cult classic Josie and the Pussycats starring Rachael Leigh Cook, Rosario... more
Watch the 2001 cult classic Josie and the Pussycats starring Rachael Leigh Cook, Rosario Dawson, Tara Reid, and Alan Cumming.
Family Dance Party!
Thu, May 21, 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!
Cancelled
Drawing Club
Thu, May 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Novices and seasoned artists alike are invited to Drawing Club, a space where you can let... more
Novices and seasoned artists alike are invited to Drawing Club, a space where you can let your creativity flow without pressure for perfection.
Next Generation Financial Readiness - Presented by Signature School Students
Thu, May 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
READ Center - River Room
This bilingual program empowers students in grades 3 through 8 to take charge of their... more
This bilingual program empowers students in grades 3 through 8 to take charge of their money from an early age. Tuesdays will be for 6th-8th grades and Thursdays will be for 3rd-5th grades.
Baby & Me
Fri, May 22, 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 0-24 months with a caregiver.
Minecraft
Tue, May 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
READ Center - Education Central,Small Group Room 1C
Block out an hour of your day with a session of Minecraft! We will be entering the world of... more
Block out an hour of your day with a session of Minecraft! We will be entering the world of Minecraft to build and explore environments with others on laptops. Registration Required.
Artist Trading Card Creation Studio
Tue, May 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Café
Artists of all experience levels are invited to create pocket sized works of art to trade... more
Artists of all experience levels are invited to create pocket sized works of art to trade and collect.
Matthew 25 Services
Wed, May 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lobby
Stop and chat with a Matthew 25 representative about the services they offer the community
Board Game Social Hour
Thu, May 28, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Small Group Room 2E
Take a break from the daily grind and enjoy an evening of board games, conversation, and... more
Take a break from the daily grind and enjoy an evening of board games, conversation, and connection.
What's Cooking? - Book Discussion
Thu, May 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Large Group Meeting Room
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.
Our Summer 2026 Kickoff Celebration
Sun, May 31, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Our Summer starts on Sunday, May 31st! Join us at EVPL Central for a kickoff celebration... more
Our Summer starts on Sunday, May 31st! Join us at EVPL Central for a kickoff celebration with games, music, crafts, activities, and snacks for all ages.
Paws for Tales
Mon, Jun 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
READ Center - River Room
Read to a therapy animal! Children can take turns reading to our therapy dog, Oakley.
Storytime
Tue, Jun 02, 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.
Rereading Our Childhood
Tue, Jun 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Small Group Room 2A
What happens when we return to the stories that shaped us? Rereading Our Childhood invites... more
What happens when we return to the stories that shaped us? Rereading Our Childhood invites adults to revisit a favorite book from their younger years and explore it with fresh eyes.
Health Information Tables
Wed, Jun 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby
Receive health information to help keep you and your family healthy.
Play & Learn
Wed, Jun 03, 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.
Pokémon Club
Wed, Jun 03, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
READ Center - River Room
Drifloon over to the library and join us the first Wednesday of every month to celebrate... more
Drifloon over to the library and join us the first Wednesday of every month to celebrate all things Pokémon! Intended for grades 2nd-6th.
Sneak Peek – New EVPL.org Homepage & Navigation
Wed, Jun 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Browning Meeting Room B
We’re redesigning the EVPL website homepage and navigation and invite you to get a sneak... more
We’re redesigning the EVPL website homepage and navigation and invite you to get a sneak peek and to share your feedback with us!
Nonfiction Book Club
Wed, Jun 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Large Group Meeting Room
Join us on the 1st Wednesday of each month for an illuminating nonfiction book discussion!
Family Dance Party!
Thu, Jun 04, 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!
Spider-Verse Double Feature
Thu, Jun 04, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Browning Meeting Room B
Swing over to the library and join fellow Spider-fans for a back to back showing of... more
Swing over to the library and join fellow Spider-fans for a back to back showing of Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (PG) and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (PG). Will include light refreshments
Classic Film Series
Thu, Jun 04, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Browning Meeting 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 checks
Fri, Jun 05, 9:30am - 11:30am
Lobby
Registered nurses provide free blood pressure screenings and simple health information.
Baby & Me
Fri, Jun 05, 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.
BubbleFest
Fri, Jun 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Browning Meeting Rooms A And B,READ Center - River 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!
EVPL Theatre Camp
Mon, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
READ Center - River Room
Kids ages 9-12 can learn all about theatre within this week-long program!
Storytime
Tue, Jun 09, 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.
EVPL Theatre Camp
Tue, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
READ Center - River Room
Kids ages 9-12 can learn all about theatre within this week-long program!
Play & Learn
Wed, Jun 10, 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.
EVPL Theatre Camp
Wed, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
READ Center - River Room
Kids ages 9-12 can learn all about theatre within this week-long program!
Family Dance Party!
Thu, Jun 11, 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!
EVPL Theatre Camp
Thu, Jun 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
READ Center - River Room
Kids ages 9-12 can learn all about theatre within this week-long program!
Drawing Club
Thu, Jun 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Café
Novices and seasoned artists alike are invited to Drawing Club, a space where you can let... more
Novices and seasoned artists alike are invited to Drawing Club, a space where you can let your creativity flow without pressure for perfection.
Cancelled
Gaming Unplugged
Thu, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Want to reduce screentime and build in-person community? Come to Gaming Unplugged where we... more
Want to reduce screentime and build in-person community? Come to Gaming Unplugged where we meet at the table and experience a love of board games together.
Baby & Me
Fri, Jun 12, 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.
EVPL Theatre Camp
Fri, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
READ Center - River Room
Kids ages 9-12 can learn all about theatre within this week-long program!
Watch TED Democracy Philadelphia - Founding Futures at Our Library
Sat, Jun 13, 10:00am - 11:30am
Browning Meeting Rooms A And B
On Saturday, June 13, 2026, our library will host a livestream of TED Democracy... more
On Saturday, June 13, 2026, our library will host a livestream of TED Democracy Philadelphia: Founding Futures, a daylong symposium featuring 15+ original TED Talks focused on the future of democracy.
Watch TED Democracy Philadelphia - Founding Futures at Our Library
Sat, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Browning Meeting Rooms A And B
On Saturday, June 13, 2026, our library will host a livestream of TED Democracy... more
On Saturday, June 13, 2026, our library will host a livestream of TED Democracy Philadelphia: Founding Futures, a daylong symposium featuring 15+ original TED Talks focused on the future of democracy.
Watch TED Democracy Philadelphia - Founding Futures at Our Library
Sat, Jun 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Browning Meeting Rooms A And B
On Saturday, June 13, 2026, our library will host a livestream of TED Democracy... more
On Saturday, June 13, 2026, our library will host a livestream of TED Democracy Philadelphia: Founding Futures, a daylong symposium featuring 15+ original TED Talks focused on the future of democracy.
Paws for Tales
Mon, Jun 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
READ Center - River Room
Read to a therapy animal! Children can take turns reading to our therapy dog, Oakley.
Storytime
Tue, Jun 16, 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, Jun 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Large Group Meeting Room
Join us on the 3rd Tuesday of each month for a Christian Fiction Book Discussion.
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