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Paws for Tales
2026-09-26 13:00:00 2026-09-26 14:00:00 America/Chicago Paws for Tales Read to a therapy animal! Children can take turns reading to our therapy dog, Marshal or Fender. EVPL North Park - Meeting Room

Saturday, September 26
1:00pm - 2:00pm

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EVPL North Park

Meeting Room

Read to a therapy animal! Children can take turns reading to our therapy dog, Marshal or Fender.

AGE GROUP: | Pre-K (Ages 0-5) | Elementary (Ages 6-11) |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime |

TAGS: | Kids | Families | Early Literacy |

EVPL North Park
Phone: 812.428.8237
Hours
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Mon, Aug 24 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 25 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 26 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 27 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 28 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 29 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 30 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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Storytime
Thu, Aug 27, 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.
Mystery Lover's Book Club
Thu, Aug 27, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
monthly meeting of North Park's long running mystery book club
Paws For Tales
Sat, Aug 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Read to a therapy animal! Children can take turns reading to our therapy dog.
Chess Time
Sat, Aug 29, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Want to play chess against other enthusiasts? Come by where we will have boards set up for... more
Want to play chess against other enthusiasts? Come by where we will have boards set up for people to play a casual and social game of chess.
Take-Home Science
Tue, Sep 01, All day
Take home a simple science activity from the children's area! Available all month long!
Scavenger Hunt
Tue, Sep 01, 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!
Baby & Me
Tue, Sep 01, 10:00am - 10:40am
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, Sep 02, 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!
Storytime
Thu, Sep 03, 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.
Welcome to the Adventurer's Guild - A Tabletop RPG Night
Thu, Sep 03, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Come and play D&D (or other RPG systems) with EVPL North Park! Doesn't matter if you're an... more
Come and play D&D (or other RPG systems) with EVPL North Park! Doesn't matter if you're an old hand or never played, this night is for all experience levels.
Cover to Cover Book Discussion
Thu, Sep 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Join us as we read popular novels or occasional nonfiction books, then discuss them.
Crafter-Noon - Tile Mosaics
Fri, Sep 04, 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 tile mosaics!
Baby & Me
Tue, Sep 08, 10:00am - 10:40am
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.
Chess Time
Tue, Sep 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Want to play chess against other enthusiasts? Come by where we will have boards set up for... more
Want to play chess against other enthusiasts? Come by where we will have boards set up for people to play a casual and social game of chess.
Block Party
Wed, Sep 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Test your engineering skills with our huge block collection. Legos, Magna-Tiles, foam... more
Test your engineering skills with our huge block collection. Legos, Magna-Tiles, foam blocks, and more, there's something for all ages.
Storytime
Thu, Sep 10, 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.
Spice Club - Ginger
Fri, Sep 11, All day
Sign up to pick up a little spice that'll bring big flavor to your home in this monthly... more
Sign up to pick up a little spice that'll bring big flavor to your home in this monthly club at North Park.
Saturday Baby & Me
Sat, Sep 12, 10:00am - 10:40am
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.
North Park Genealogy Interest Group
Sat, Sep 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Discover your family history.
Canvas Paint Party
Sat, Sep 12, 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
Movie Mondays - America's Library (2018, NR)
Mon, Sep 14, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
This documentary features the Library of Congress and highlights the history of photography... more
This documentary features the Library of Congress and highlights the history of photography in America and its relevance today.
Mahjong Mingle - Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
Mon, Sep 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
Baby & Me
Tue, Sep 15, 10:00am - 10:40am
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.
Paw Patrol Training Camp
Tue, Sep 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
The Paw Patrol pups need your help!  Practice your rescue skills and earn badges to become... more
The Paw Patrol pups need your help!  Practice your rescue skills and earn badges to become a member of the rescue team. 
Procrastiknitters
Tue, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Come sit and knit (or crochet, spin, embroider, or do other handwork) with us!
Create Your Own - Fluffy Slime
Wed, Sep 16, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lounge
Relax after school and create fun crafts to pass the time! This month we're making fluffy... more
Relax after school and create fun crafts to pass the time! This month we're making fluffy slime!
Rediscovering the Wabash and Erie Canal
Wed, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room
Finding a forgotten portion of a historic waterway.
Storytime
Thu, Sep 17, 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.
Welcome to the Adventurer's Guild - A Tabletop RPG Night
Thu, Sep 17, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Come and play D&D (or other RPG systems) with EVPL North Park! Doesn't matter if you're an... more
Come and play D&D (or other RPG systems) with EVPL North Park! Doesn't matter if you're an old hand or never played, this night is for all experience levels.
Rescheduled
North Park Genealogy Interest Group
Sat, Sep 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm
New date Saturday, September 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Discover your family history.
Puzzle Swap
Mon, Sep 21, All day
Bring an puzzle you've already completed and trade it in for one you haven't done at North... more
Bring an puzzle you've already completed and trade it in for one you haven't done at North Park this Monday through Saturday.
A Day in the Life: Firefighter
Mon, Sep 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Considering a career change? Before making the jump, come hear from the professionals first!
Baby & Me
Tue, Sep 22, 10:00am - 10:40am
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.
Nintendo Switch Game Play
Tue, Sep 22, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Unwind after a day of school and play the Nintendo Switch! Snacks and drinks will be provided.
Menders & Makers - Concrete Leaf Casting
Tue, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for beginner-friendly projects and crafts that highlight creativity while promoting... more
Join us for beginner-friendly projects and crafts that highlight creativity while promoting sustainability. 
Registration opens Tuesday, September 1 2026 at 6:00pm
Crafty Kids: Maracas
Wed, Sep 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Learn all about maracas and their importance to Hispanic culture. We will create our own... more
Learn all about maracas and their importance to Hispanic culture. We will create our own maracas and practice using them in songs.
One Foot in the Grave
Wed, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room
The evolution of coffin construction & hardware
Storytime
Thu, Sep 24, 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.
Mystery Lover's Book Club
Thu, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Join others who love reading mysteries as we discuss this month's selection.
Paws for Tales
Sat, Sep 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Read to a therapy animal! Children can take turns reading to our therapy dog, Marshal or... more
Read to a therapy animal! Children can take turns reading to our therapy dog, Marshal or Fender.
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