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Small Space Gardening
2026-06-22 17:00:00 2026-06-22 18:30:00 America/Chicago Small Space Gardening Think you need a big backyard to grow your own food? Think again! EVPL East - Meeting Room

Monday, June 22
5:00pm - 6:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-22 17:00:00 2026-06-22 18:30:00 America/Chicago Small Space Gardening Think you need a big backyard to grow your own food? Think again! EVPL East - Meeting Room

EVPL East

Meeting Room

Think you need a big backyard to grow your own food? Think again!

Join Purdue Extension Urban Agriculture Educator, Amanda, to learn how to make the most of every inch you have. Whether you're working with a sunny windowsill, a small balcony, or a patio, you'll discover practical strategies for container gardening, vertical growing, and choosing the right crops for tight spaces.

AGE GROUP: | Adults (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Community Interest | Arts & Leisure |

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EVPL East
Phone: 812.428.8231
Hours
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Mon, May 18 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, May 19 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, May 20 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, May 21 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, May 22 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 23 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 24 Closed
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About the branch

Located at 840 E. Chandler Ave., EVPL East was one of three original libraries built in Evansville with funds donated by Andrew Carnegie. Along with EVPL West, it was dedicated and opened to the public on January 1, 1913. Renovated in 2003, the building is surrounded by a park-like setting and features a spacious meeting room, public access computers, and comfortable adult and youth areas.

Upcoming events

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Time Travelers: Evansville Edition
Wed, May 27, 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Meeting Room
To celebrate Historic Preservation Month, learn the basics of coding while discovering the... more
To celebrate Historic Preservation Month, learn the basics of coding while discovering the people, places, and stories that shaped our city.
Play & Learn
Thu, May 28, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Meeting 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.
Community Garden Planting
Sat, May 30, 11:00am - 2:00pm
We will be adding a variety of pollinator attracting plants, vegetables and herbs to the... more
We will be adding a variety of pollinator attracting plants, vegetables and herbs to the remaining beds.
DIY Bookmarks
Mon, Jun 01, All day
Juvenile Reading Area
Color your own bookmark for us to laminate for you-ongoing all summer.
Sit and Stitch - Practice Your Stitchcraft
Wed, Jun 03, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
Bring your project, your curiosity, and your conversation—fiber artists and crafters... more
Bring your project, your curiosity, and your conversation—fiber artists and crafters welcome to create side by side.
Caribbean Carnival: Masks and Traditions
Thu, Jun 04, All day
Juvenile Reading Area
Learn about the vibrant traditions of Caribbean Carnival and create your own colorful masks... more
Learn about the vibrant traditions of Caribbean Carnival and create your own colorful masks inspired by the costumes and artistry of this cultural celebration.
Play & Learn
Thu, Jun 04, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Meeting 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.
Caribbean Carnival: Masks and Traditions
Fri, Jun 05, All day
Juvenile Reading Area
Learn about the vibrant traditions of Caribbean Carnival and create your own colorful masks... more
Learn about the vibrant traditions of Caribbean Carnival and create your own colorful masks inspired by the costumes and artistry of this cultural celebration.
Family Movie Night: Cinderella
Fri, Jun 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a family movie! (Movie snacks included.)
Stories in Bloom
Sat, Jun 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Step into the garden for stories, tasty snacks, and a simple craft! This special story time... more
Step into the garden for stories, tasty snacks, and a simple craft! This special story time is made even sweeter with refreshments provided by the Bedford Collab.
Nightshade Reading Society - For Lovers of Gothic Fiction and Spooky Reads
Tue, Jun 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
This month we will be discussing "The Daughter of Doctor Moreau" by Silvia Moreno-Garcia"
Ice Cream Social
Wed, Jun 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us at East to kickoff summertime with a fun-filled Ice Cream Social! Please note... more
Join us at East to kickoff summertime with a fun-filled Ice Cream Social! Please note that food will be served, please contact 812-428-8231 with any questions/concerns.
Best POP Father's Day Card!
Thu, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Juvenile Reading Area
Join us at East and have fun creating a Best POP Father's Day Card! Supplies provided.
Play & Learn
Thu, Jun 11, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Meeting 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.
Summer Concert Series
Fri, Jun 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Backlawn
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
Knit/Crochet in Public Day - Show off your fiber craftiness
Sat, Jun 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Celebrate Worldwide Knit (and Crochet!) in Public Day. Bring finished pieces to display and... more
Celebrate Worldwide Knit (and Crochet!) in Public Day. Bring finished pieces to display and works in progress to stitch and share. A yarn swap will be part of the festivities.
Making homemade salad dressings - Easy, Delicious and Budget-Friendly
Mon, Jun 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
Benjamin Angel of Say's Restaurant in New Harmony, IN will be demonstrating how to make... more
Benjamin Angel of Say's Restaurant in New Harmony, IN will be demonstrating how to make your own salad dressings at home. Taste samples will be offered.
Learn, Build, Play! Family Edition - with Monte Skelton
Tue, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Join Monte Skelton for an interactive music program designed to bring families together.... more
Join Monte Skelton for an interactive music program designed to bring families together. This performing arts experience is part of The Arts at EVPL series, sponsored by the EVPL Foundation.
Sit and Stitch - Practice Your Stitchcraft
Wed, Jun 17, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
Bring your project, your curiosity, and your conversation—fiber artists and crafters... more
Bring your project, your curiosity, and your conversation—fiber artists and crafters welcome to create side by side.
Play & Learn
Thu, Jun 18, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Meeting 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.
Small Space Gardening
Mon, Jun 22, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
Think you need a big backyard to grow your own food? Think again!
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