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Our Summer Kick Off
2023-06-01 15:00:00 2023-06-01 16:00:00 America/Chicago Our Summer Kick Off Kick-off Our Summer 2023 with games, snacks, and crafts. Register for the summer reading celebration and check out some books! EVPL Central - Lobby

Thursday, June 01
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-06-01 15:00:00 2023-06-01 16:00:00 America/Chicago Our Summer Kick Off Kick-off Our Summer 2023 with games, snacks, and crafts. Register for the summer reading celebration and check out some books! EVPL Central - Lobby

EVPL Central

Lobby

Kick-off Our Summer 2023 with games, snacks, and crafts. Register for the summer reading celebration and check out some books!

**Please note food will be present. If you have a food allergy, please contact 812-428-8200 ext. 1225 for more information.

AGE GROUP: | Young Adults (12-18) | Pre-K (Ages 0-5) | General (All Ages) | Elementary (Ages 6-11) | Adults (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Community Interest |

TAGS: | Our Summer | Kids | Families | EVPL Central |

EVPL Central
Phone: 812.428.8200
Hours
Mon, May 05 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 06 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 07 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 08 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 09 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 10 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 11 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

Family Dance Party!
Thu, May 08, 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!
LGBTeen
Thu, May 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Café
Join us in EVPL Central's Teen Cafe every month as we discuss an LGBT+ centered young adult... more
Join us in EVPL Central's Teen Cafe every month as we discuss an LGBT+ centered young adult title!
Baby & Me
Fri, May 09, 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.
Teen Gaming
Mon, May 12, 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, Wii, Xbox, PlayStation, and GameCube.
Block Party
Mon, May 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
READ Center - River 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
Tue, May 13, 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.
Terrific Tuesdays!
Tue, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
READ Center - River Room
Something different every week! Games! S.T.E.A.M.! And other themes.
LGBTQ+ Movie Night
Tue, May 13, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Browning Event Rooms A And B
Join us for our monthly LGBTQ+ Movie Nights, where we'll screen films that reflect the rich... more
Join us for our monthly LGBTQ+ Movie Nights, where we'll screen films that reflect the rich diversity, struggles, and triumphs of the LGBTQ+ community.
Play & Learn
Wed, May 14, 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.
The Civil Rights Movement in Evansville
Wed, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Browning Event Rooms A And B
Join us for this illustrated presentation aimed at a teen audience on the civil rights... more
Join us for this illustrated presentation aimed at a teen audience on the civil rights struggle in Evansville by Dr. James MacLeod. ________________________________________
Family Dance Party!
Thu, May 15, 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!
Ren Faire Crafting
Thu, May 15, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Café
Whether you're a Faire fiend or just looking to add some whimsy to your day, come enjoy a... more
Whether you're a Faire fiend or just looking to add some whimsy to your day, come enjoy a casual crafting environment and leave with your own Charms/Trinkets for trading!
Baby & Me
Fri, May 16, 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.
Design Time
Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Kick-start your creativity with a different activity each month!
Teen Gaming
Mon, May 19, 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, Wii, Xbox, PlayStation, and GameCube.
Kids' Bingo Night
Mon, May 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Browning Event Room B
Join us at Central Library for a monthly Bingo evening! Kids, grab your grownups and spend... more
Join us at Central Library for a monthly Bingo evening! Kids, grab your grownups and spend an entertaining evening playing Bingo. This will be an evening of fun with a chance to win prizes!
Storytime
Tue, May 20, 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 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Browning Event Room A ,Large Group Room
Join us on the 3rd Tuesday of each month for a Christian Fiction Book Discussion.
Terrific Tuesdays!
Tue, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
READ Center - River Room
Something different every week! Games! S.T.E.A.M.! And other themes.
Play & Learn
Wed, May 21, 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.
Tell Your Story - Stories in Verse
Wed, May 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Café
Learn about the art of telling stories in verse through upcoming SPEAK author Kwame... more
Learn about the art of telling stories in verse through upcoming SPEAK author Kwame Alexander's Solo and try the format for yourself!
Family Dance Party!
Thu, May 22, 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!
What's Cooking? - Book Discussion
Thu, May 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Large Group 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.
Evansville's Role in World War Two
Tue, May 27, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Browning Event Rooms A And B
Join Dr. James MacLeod, professor at the University of Evansville, for an illustrated... more
Join Dr. James MacLeod, professor at the University of Evansville, for an illustrated presentation on Evansville's substantial contributions during World War II.
Cancelled
Matthew 25 Services
Wed, May 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Stop by and talk to a Matthew 25 Services representative about the support they provide to... more
Stop by and talk to a Matthew 25 Services representative about the support they provide to the community.
Our Summer Kickoff Celebration
Thu, May 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Browning Event Rooms A And B,Lobby,READ Center - Education Central
Our Summer starts on Thursday, May 29 at all EVPL locations! Join us for a kickoff... more
Our Summer starts on Thursday, May 29 at all EVPL locations! Join us for a kickoff celebration with crafts, activities, and snacks
Build a Puzzle Together
Mon, Jun 02, All day
Popular Materials Center
Visit the Popular Materials Center at EVPL Central to work on the jigsaw puzzle of the... more
Visit the Popular Materials Center at EVPL Central to work on the jigsaw puzzle of the month! We're building it together!
Storytime
Tue, Jun 03, 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.
Demystifying ChatGPT - How to Write Better Prompts
Tue, Jun 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Browning Event Room B
Learn how ChatGPT works and how to write better prompts for clear and useful responses in... more
Learn how ChatGPT works and how to write better prompts for clear and useful responses in this interactive library program.
Health Information Tables
Wed, Jun 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby
Stop by for health related information to help keep you and your family healthy. Typical... more
Stop by for health related information to help keep you and your family healthy. Typical vendors include Familia Dental, CareSource, Smokefree Communities, and Anthem.
Play & Learn
Wed, Jun 04, 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.
Tell Your Story - Stories in Verse
Wed, Jun 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Café
Learn about the art of telling stories in verse through upcoming SPEAK author Kwame... more
Learn about the art of telling stories in verse through upcoming SPEAK author Kwame Alexander's Solo and try the format for yourself!
Nonfiction Book Discussion
Wed, Jun 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Browning Event Room B
Join us on the 1st Wednesday of each month for an illuminating nonfiction book discussion!
Family Dance Party!
Thu, Jun 05, 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!
Classic Film Series
Thu, Jun 05, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Browning Event 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 screenings
Fri, Jun 06, 9:30am - 11:30am
Lobby
Join the healthcare team from Patchwork Central in the Central Library lobby for free blood... more
Join the healthcare team from Patchwork Central in the Central Library lobby for free blood pressure screenings and more.
Baby & Me
Fri, Jun 06, 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.
Drop-in Collage Workshop
Fri, Jun 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Café
Stop by and create your own masterpiece!
BubbleFest
Sat, Jun 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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!
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