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S.T.E.A.M. Club

Ball Launcher Challenge
2026-06-24 16:00:00 2026-06-24 17:00:00 America/Chicago S.T.E.A.M. Club Try your hand at this engineering challenge at EVPL Oaklyn. Can you build a launcher device to launch a ball as far as possible and a receiver to catch it? Learn about machines, energy, and motion. EVPL Oaklyn - Meeting Room

Wednesday, June 24
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-24 16:00:00 2026-06-24 17:00:00 America/Chicago S.T.E.A.M. Club Try your hand at this engineering challenge at EVPL Oaklyn. Can you build a launcher device to launch a ball as far as possible and a receiver to catch it? Learn about machines, energy, and motion. EVPL Oaklyn - Meeting Room

EVPL Oaklyn

Meeting Room

Try your hand at this engineering challenge at EVPL Oaklyn. Can you build a launcher device to launch a ball as far as possible and a receiver to catch it? Learn about machines, energy, and motion.

Registration is required.

For Ages 6-11.

Activities will include the use of basic craft supplies such as scissors, rubber bands, and paper clips.

Please contact EVPL Oaklyn at (812) 428-8234 Ext. 5404 if you have any questions.

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

EVENT TYPE: | STEM |

TAGS: | STEM | Kids | EVPL Oaklyn | Arts & Crafts |

EVPL Oaklyn
Phone: 812.428.8234
Hours
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We're closed Monday May 25 due to Closed for Memorial Day
Mon, May 25 Closed
(Closed for Memorial Day)
Tue, May 26 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 27 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 28 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 29 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 30 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 31 Closed
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About the branch

Opened in the spring of 2003, EVPL Oaklyn is located on the corner of Oak Hill and Lynch Roads at 3001 Oaklyn Drive. Featuring a green roof that helps regulate the temperature of the building and provides a valuable space for a meadow, the building itself has received national attention and won multiple design awards. EVPL Oaklyn boasts open spaces, study rooms, public access computers, and a popular meeting room.

Upcoming events

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Family Dance Party
Tue, May 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family and join us as we move & groove to old classics and new favorites!
Baby & Me
Thu, May 28, 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! Ages 0-23 months.
Gentle Yoga
Fri, May 29, 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
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!
Missed It At The Movies - Superman
Sat, May 30, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Missed it at the movie theater? No problem! EVPL Oaklyn is bringing the movie theater to... more
Missed it at the movie theater? No problem! EVPL Oaklyn is bringing the movie theater to you - for free!
Puzzle Swap
Mon, Jun 01, All day
Come see us from June 1st to June 6th!
Storytime
Mon, Jun 01, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and activity stations each week! For children ages 2-5... more
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and activity stations each week! For children ages 2-5 with a guardian.
Ice Cream Social
Mon, Jun 01, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Make your own ice cream sundae at EVPL Oaklyn!
Family Dance Party
Tue, Jun 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family and join us as we move & groove to old classics and new favorites!
Teen Advisory Council
Tue, Jun 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Create library programs and learn about working at the library with Oaklyn's Teen Advisory... more
Create library programs and learn about working at the library with Oaklyn's Teen Advisory Council!
Pavement Picassos
Wed, Jun 03, 9:30am - 10:30am
Come out to Oaklyn every Wednesday morning this summer and beautify our sidewalks! Chalk... more
Come out to Oaklyn every Wednesday morning this summer and beautify our sidewalks! Chalk will be provided. For all ages, from June 3rd to July 29th.
Baby & Me
Thu, Jun 04, 9:30am - 10:15am
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! Ages 0-18 months.
Toddler Time
Thu, Jun 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
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. This storytime is focused on ages 18-36 months with lots of opportunity for free play and exploration!
Gentle Yoga
Fri, Jun 05, 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
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!
Concerts on the Lawn
Fri, Jun 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Front Lawn
Enjoy a musical performance on our beautiful lawn with the whole family! Bring your chair,... more
Enjoy a musical performance on our beautiful lawn with the whole family! Bring your chair, a blanket, and snacks.
Rescheduled
Celebrate America 250!
Sat, Jun 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
New date Saturday, June 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Come celebrate with us!
Storytime
Mon, Jun 08, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and activity stations each week! For children ages 2-5... more
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and activity stations each week! For children ages 2-5 with a guardian.
Crafty Corner - (formerly Loom Lovers)
Mon, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Continue making hats on a circular loom to be donated to local charities. Or bring your... more
Continue making hats on a circular loom to be donated to local charities. Or bring your own craft project to work on while socializing with others.
Family Dance Party
Tue, Jun 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family and join us as we move & groove to old classics and new favorites!
Pavement Picassos
Wed, Jun 10, 9:30am - 10:30am
Come out to Oaklyn every Wednesday morning this summer and beautify our sidewalks! Chalk... more
Come out to Oaklyn every Wednesday morning this summer and beautify our sidewalks! Chalk will be provided. For all ages, from June 3rd to July 29th.
PrideFest
Wed, Jun 10, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Celebrate Pride at EVPL Oaklyn!
Baby & Me
Thu, Jun 11, 9:30am - 10:15am
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! Ages 0-18 months.
Toddler Time
Thu, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
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. This storytime is focused on ages 18-36 months with lots of opportunity for free play and exploration!
Gentle Yoga
Fri, Jun 12, 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
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!
Potato Chip Tasting
Fri, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Ever wondered what a ketchup potato chip tastes like? Come to EVPL Oaklyn and sample a... more
Ever wondered what a ketchup potato chip tastes like? Come to EVPL Oaklyn and sample a variety of potato chips from around the world. Then vote for your favorite!
Paws for Tales
Fri, Jun 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Read to a therapy animal! Children can take turns reading to our therapy dog, Nugget.
Saturday Storytime
Sat, Jun 13, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and activity stations! For children ages 2-8 with a... more
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and activity stations! For children ages 2-8 with a guardian.
Celebrate America 250!
Sat, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Come celebrate with us!
Storytime
Mon, Jun 15, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and activity stations each week! For children ages 2-5... more
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and activity stations each week! For children ages 2-5 with a guardian.
Family Dance Party
Tue, Jun 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family and join us as we move & groove to old classics and new favorites!
Historical Happenings
Tue, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Dive into the past with this book club while discussing historical fiction and nonfiction... more
Dive into the past with this book club while discussing historical fiction and nonfiction titles.
Pavement Picassos
Wed, Jun 17, 9:30am - 10:30am
Come out to Oaklyn every Wednesday morning this summer and beautify our sidewalks! Chalk... more
Come out to Oaklyn every Wednesday morning this summer and beautify our sidewalks! Chalk will be provided. For all ages, from June 3rd to July 29th.
Superhero Storytelling
Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Write your own superhero comic in the run-up to Evansville's BIPOC Comic Book Celebration!
Baby & Me
Thu, Jun 18, 9:30am - 10:15am
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! Ages 0-18 months.
Toddler Time
Thu, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
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. This storytime is focused on ages 18-36 months with lots of opportunity for free play and exploration!
Missed It At The Movies - Challengers
Sat, Jun 20, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Missed it at the movie theater? No problem! EVPL Oaklyn is bringing the movie theater to... more
Missed it at the movie theater? No problem! EVPL Oaklyn is bringing the movie theater to you - for free!
Storytime
Mon, Jun 22, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and activity stations each week! For children ages 2-5... more
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and activity stations each week! For children ages 2-5 with a guardian.
Crafty Corner - (formerly Loom Lovers)
Mon, Jun 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Continue making hats on a circular loom to be donated to local charities. Or bring your... more
Continue making hats on a circular loom to be donated to local charities. Or bring your own craft project to work on while socializing with others.
Family Dance Party
Tue, Jun 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family and join us as we move & groove to old classics and new favorites!
Back to Kindergarten
Tue, Jun 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Find yourself missing kindergarten playtime? Experience the giant parachute, hula hoops,... more
Find yourself missing kindergarten playtime? Experience the giant parachute, hula hoops, big blocks and more at EVPL Oaklyn! This program is designed for ages 13-17.
Pavement Picassos
Wed, Jun 24, 9:30am - 10:30am
Come out to Oaklyn every Wednesday morning this summer and beautify our sidewalks! Chalk... more
Come out to Oaklyn every Wednesday morning this summer and beautify our sidewalks! Chalk will be provided. For all ages, from June 3rd to July 29th.
S.T.E.A.M. Club - Ball Launcher Challenge
Wed, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Try your hand at this engineering challenge at EVPL Oaklyn. Can you build a launcher device... more
Try your hand at this engineering challenge at EVPL Oaklyn. Can you build a launcher device to launch a ball as far as possible and a receiver to catch it? Learn about machines, energy, and motion.
LGBTQ+ Book Club - Hi Honey, I'm Homo by Matt Baume
Wed, Jun 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Read and discuss LGBTQ+ books at Haynie's Corner Brewing Company!
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