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Sit. Stay. Read.

With Teddy the Therapy Pig

2023-02-22 16:15:00 2023-02-22 16:30:00 America/Chicago Sit. Stay. Read. Meet therapy pig Teddy! Book a 15 minute session for one-on-one reading time with Teddy at EVPL North Park. EVPL North Park - Meeting Room

Wednesday, February 22
4:15pm - 4:30pm

Add to Calendar 2023-02-22 16:15:00 2023-02-22 16:30:00 America/Chicago Sit. Stay. Read. Meet therapy pig Teddy! Book a 15 minute session for one-on-one reading time with Teddy at EVPL North Park. EVPL North Park - Meeting Room

EVPL North Park

Meeting Room

Meet therapy pig Teddy! Book a 15 minute session for one-on-one reading time with Teddy at EVPL North Park.

Research shows that therapy animals can help to reduce anxiety as well as improve focus and attention span. Therapy animals serve as a calm presence and allow children to work to improve literacy, comprehension, and communication with a nonjudgmental listener.

Teddy is a certified therapy pig that wants to support your child at EVPL North Park. Register for a 15 minute time slots on evpl.org or call ahead at +812-428-8237.

Does your child require special accommodations, such as extended time for transitions, sensory needs, or communication needs? If so, please call ahead to see what we can provide!

EVPL North Park

Phone: 812.428.8237

Hours
Mon, Mar 27 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Mar 28 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Mar 29 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Mar 30 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Mar 31 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 01 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 02 Closed

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

Mon, Apr 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us every month to watch a movie and create a craft. This month, we are watching "The... more
Join us every month to watch a movie and create a craft. This month, we are watching "The Lorax" and making Earth out of construction paper. For families and patrons of all ages.

Tue, Apr 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
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! Ages 0-3, but older are welcome!

Tue, Apr 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Come play with blocks at North Park! We have Legos, Duplo's, magnetic blocks, and much more!

Wed, Apr 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Explore Lungs by measuring your lung capacity and making a model of your lungs!

Thu, Apr 06, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes each week! For children ages 2-5 with a guardian.

Rescheduled
Thu, Apr 06, 2:30pm - 5:00pm
New date Tuesday, April 11, 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Come and relax and learn how to make a cool bracelet using nothing but straws, tape, and... more
Come and relax and learn how to make a cool bracelet using nothing but straws, tape, and thread!

Thu, Apr 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us every month to discuss a book of your choice from a predetermined genre or theme.... more
Join us every month to discuss a book of your choice from a predetermined genre or theme. April's theme is Romance.

Fri, Apr 07, 11:00am - 11:45am
AARP tax professionals will be available to help navigate tax season, answer questions, and... more
AARP tax professionals will be available to help navigate tax season, answer questions, and prepare your tax return. Registration required.
This event is full

Fri, Apr 07, 11:50am - 12:40pm
AARP tax professionals will be available to help navigate tax season, answer questions, and... more
AARP tax professionals will be available to help navigate tax season, answer questions, and prepare your tax return. Registration required.
This event is full

Fri, Apr 07, 12:40pm - 1:30pm
AARP tax professionals will be available to help navigate tax season, answer questions, and... more
AARP tax professionals will be available to help navigate tax season, answer questions, and prepare your tax return. Registration required.
This event is full

Fri, Apr 07, 1:30pm - 2:20pm
AARP tax professionals will be available to help navigate tax season, answer questions, and... more
AARP tax professionals will be available to help navigate tax season, answer questions, and prepare your tax return. Registration required.
This event is full

Fri, Apr 07, 2:20pm - 3:00pm
AARP tax professionals will be available to help navigate tax season, answer questions, and... more
AARP tax professionals will be available to help navigate tax season, answer questions, and prepare your tax return. Registration required.
This event is full

Sat, Apr 08, 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.

Mon, Apr 10, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Meeting Room
Sensory Storytime features interactive elements of storytime and sensory activities. This... more
Sensory Storytime features interactive elements of storytime and sensory activities. This program welcomes children of all abilities to create an inclusive environment. Registration required.

Tue, Apr 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
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! Ages 0-3, but older are welcome!

Tue, Apr 11, 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Teen Zone
Come and relax and learn how to make a cool bracelet using nothing but straws, tape, and... more
Come and relax and learn how to make a cool bracelet using nothing but straws, tape, and thread!

Tue, Apr 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Every two weeks, enjoy an hour full of themed stories, books, group learning activities,... more
Every two weeks, enjoy an hour full of themed stories, books, group learning activities, and playtime. For ages 0-11 with a caregiver.

Rescheduled
Tue, Apr 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
New date Tuesday, April 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Come sit and knit (or crochet, spin, embroider, or do other handwork) with us!

Wed, Apr 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn about financial literacy and design your own piggy bank for personal use. Supplies... more
Learn about financial literacy and design your own piggy bank for personal use. Supplies provided. Registration required as supplies are limited.

Thu, Apr 13, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes each week! For children ages 2-5 with a guardian.

Thu, Apr 13, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Come and play D&D with EVPL North Park! Doesn't matter if you're an old hand or never... more
Come and play D&D with EVPL North Park! Doesn't matter if you're an old hand or never played, this night is for all experience levels.

Fri, Apr 14, 11:00am - 11:40am
AARP tax professionals will be available to help navigate tax season, answer questions, and... more
AARP tax professionals will be available to help navigate tax season, answer questions, and prepare your tax return. Registration required.
This event is full

Fri, Apr 14, 11:50am - 12:30pm
AARP tax professionals will be available to help navigate tax season, answer questions, and... more
AARP tax professionals will be available to help navigate tax season, answer questions, and prepare your tax return. Registration required.
This event is full

Fri, Apr 14, 12:40pm - 1:20pm
AARP tax professionals will be available to help navigate tax season, answer questions, and... more
AARP tax professionals will be available to help navigate tax season, answer questions, and prepare your tax return. Registration required.
This event is full

Fri, Apr 14, 1:30pm - 2:10pm
AARP tax professionals will be available to help navigate tax season, answer questions, and... more
AARP tax professionals will be available to help navigate tax season, answer questions, and prepare your tax return. Registration required.
This event is full

Fri, Apr 14, 2:20pm - 3:00pm
AARP tax professionals will be available to help navigate tax season, answer questions, and... more
AARP tax professionals will be available to help navigate tax season, answer questions, and prepare your tax return. Registration required.
This event is full

Sat, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Join us as we read popular novels and occasionally history/biography/memoirs, then get... more
Join us as we read popular novels and occasionally history/biography/memoirs, then get together to discuss our reading. This month we're discussing The Midnight Library by Matt Haig.

Tue, Apr 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Come sit and knit (or crochet, spin, embroider, or do other handwork) with us!

Thu, Apr 20, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Teen Zone
Come and play D&D with EVPL North Park! Doesn't matter if you're an old hand or never... more
Come and play D&D with EVPL North Park! Doesn't matter if you're an old hand or never played, this night is for all experience levels.

Tue, Apr 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Tower
Every two weeks, enjoy an hour full of themed stories, books, group learning activities,... more
Every two weeks, enjoy an hour full of themed stories, books, group learning activities, and playtime. For ages 0-11 with a caregiver.

Thu, Apr 27, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Teen Zone
Join others who love reading mysteries as we discuss this month's selection. Selections TBD

Mon, May 01, All day
Children's Tower
Find all the pictures hidden around the North Park Kids Zone! Available all month!... more
Find all the pictures hidden around the North Park Kids Zone! Available all month! Directions at the children's desk.

Mon, May 01, All day
Come grab a simple science activity from the children's area to do in the library or take... more
Come grab a simple science activity from the children's area to do in the library or take home with you! Available all month long!

Mon, May 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us every month to watch a movie and create a craft. This month, we are watching... more
Join us every month to watch a movie and create a craft. This month, we are watching "Moana" and making Tamatoa crab cut outs. For families and patrons of all ages.

Mon, May 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
In anticipation of the second season of Good Omens, join us for a discussion of the book by... more
In anticipation of the second season of Good Omens, join us for a discussion of the book by Neil Gaiman and Terry Prachett.

Tue, May 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
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! Ages 0-3, but older are welcome!

Tue, May 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Come play with blocks at North Park! We have Legos, Duplo's, magnetic blocks, and much more!