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Stories with Santa
2025-12-09 18:00:00 2025-12-09 19:00:00 America/Chicago Stories with Santa Santa is excited to visit EVPL again this year! Please join us for stories, crafts, pictures, and treats. Storytime will start at 6:00 pm with pictures, activities, and snacks to follow. EVPL McCollough - Meeting Room

Tuesday, December 09
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-12-09 18:00:00 2025-12-09 19:00:00 America/Chicago Stories with Santa Santa is excited to visit EVPL again this year! Please join us for stories, crafts, pictures, and treats. Storytime will start at 6:00 pm with pictures, activities, and snacks to follow. EVPL McCollough - Meeting Room

EVPL McCollough

Meeting Room

Santa is excited to visit EVPL again this year! Please join us for stories, crafts, pictures, and treats. Storytime will start at 6:00 pm with pictures, activities, and snacks to follow.

**Please note food will be present. If you have a food allergy, please contact 812-428-8236 ext. 3791 for more information.

AGE GROUP: | General (All Ages) |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime | Holiday |

TAGS: | EVPL McCollough | All ages |

EVPL McCollough
Phone: 812.428.8236
Hours
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Mon, Oct 27 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Oct 28 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 29 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 30 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Oct 31 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 01 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 02 Closed
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About the branch

EVPL McCollough reopened June 5th.

This location has been renovated and updated. Here’s what you can expect when you visit:

Updated Children’s Area with a new Activity Room
Brand new Meeting Room with enhanced technology
Four new Small Meeting Rooms
New lighting throughout the building
New furniture, carpet, and paint

Upcoming events

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Family Dance Party
Mon, Oct 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family and join us as we move & groove to old classics and new favorites!
Second Sock Club - Knots, Purls, & Procrastination
Mon, Oct 27, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Wrestling with your second sock or juggling a pile of WIPs? Join us for good company,... more
Wrestling with your second sock or juggling a pile of WIPs? Join us for good company, yarn-filled laughs, and zero pressure to bind off.
Mahjong Mingle - Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
Tue, Oct 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
Whodunit? What Happened to Lauren Spierer? - A College Night Out That Ended in Mystery
Tue, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
In 2011, Indiana University student Lauren Spierer vanished after a night out. Despite... more
In 2011, Indiana University student Lauren Spierer vanished after a night out. Despite national attention, her case remains unsolved and full of unanswered questions.
Play & Learn
Wed, Oct 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
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.
Monstrous Myths and Mysterious Feels Story Hour - Halloween
Wed, Oct 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Activity Room
Use your sense of feel while listening to spine chilling stories. Can you handle the... more
Use your sense of feel while listening to spine chilling stories. Can you handle the frightening feels that await you?
Fright Night at McCollough - Trick 'r Treat (2007)
Fri, Oct 31, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room
Fright Night at McCollough features new and nostalgic horror films, spooky board games... more
Fright Night at McCollough features new and nostalgic horror films, spooky board games (play one of ours or bring your own!), and a casual adults-only hangout filled with scares, nostalgia, and fun.
November Youth Take and Makes
Sat, Nov 01, All day
Youth Area
Children and their families can take home the November Take and Make kits to enjoy all... more
Children and their families can take home the November Take and Make kits to enjoy all month long!
Turkeys in Disguise Scavenger Hunt
Sat, Nov 01, All day
Youth Area
The turkeys are hiding in the library so they don't become part of Thanksgiving dinner. ... more
The turkeys are hiding in the library so they don't become part of Thanksgiving dinner. Can you find all fifteen?
Book Sleuth Challenge - Teen Scavenger Hunt
Sat, Nov 01, All day
Explore the library to find hidden miniature books. Complete the challenge to earn a small... more
Explore the library to find hidden miniature books. Complete the challenge to earn a small prize. Let the search begin!
Explore the Stacks - Adult Scavenger Hunt
Sat, Nov 01, All day
Participate in our ongoing scavenger hunt! Explore the library to find hidden miniature... more
Participate in our ongoing scavenger hunt! Explore the library to find hidden miniature books and movies. Complete the hunt to earn small prizes. Happy searching!
Family Dance Party
Mon, Nov 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family and join us as we move & groove to old classics and new favorites!
Mahjong Mingle - Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
Tue, Nov 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
Tech Time
Tue, Nov 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Small Group Room A
Ask any questions you have about your devices, computers, or anything tech related!
Improv Class
Tue, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Participate in group activities, learn acting techniques and theater games, or just have fun!
Play & Learn
Wed, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
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.
Mid Week Makers at McCollough
Wed, Nov 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Activity Room
Come explore the world of creativity with the Mid-Week Makers! Explore arts and crafts from... more
Come explore the world of creativity with the Mid-Week Makers! Explore arts and crafts from slime to snacks each first and third Wednesday of the month.
Quest Club - D&D at McCollough
Thu, Nov 06, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Explore D&D through storytelling, teamwork, and guided quests. Open to ages 12+. Learn to... more
Explore D&D through storytelling, teamwork, and guided quests. Open to ages 12+. Learn to play or DM in a fun, welcoming space!
Chilling Reads Collective
Thu, Nov 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Activity Room
Welcome to the Chilling Reads Collective, a book club diving into horror, scary sci-fi, and... more
Welcome to the Chilling Reads Collective, a book club diving into horror, scary sci-fi, and dark fantasy. Enjoy thrilling reads and discussions that explore the chilling depths of these genres!
Drop In Make a Card for a Veteran
Fri, Nov 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Activity Room
Show appreciation for local veterans by dropping in and making them a card. Cards will be... more
Show appreciation for local veterans by dropping in and making them a card. Cards will be delivered to local veterans.
Paws for Comfort
Sat, Nov 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Come spend time with Jack the therapy dog! Engaging with a warm, loving pet is known to... more
Come spend time with Jack the therapy dog! Engaging with a warm, loving pet is known to reduce stress, anxiety, trauma, and loneliness. Come as you are and leave feeling better!
Family Dance Party
Mon, Nov 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family and join us as we move & groove to old classics and new favorites!
Second Sock Club - Knots, Purls, & Procrastination
Mon, Nov 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Wrestling with your second sock or juggling a pile of WIPs? Join us for good company,... more
Wrestling with your second sock or juggling a pile of WIPs? Join us for good company, yarn-filled laughs, and zero pressure to bind off.
Play & Learn
Wed, Nov 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
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.
One More Chapter! Book Club - In Pursuit of the Page-Turners.
Wed, Nov 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
We’re a group of curious, open-minded adults who love diving into stories of all... more
We’re a group of curious, open-minded adults who love diving into stories of all kinds—fiction and nonfiction, classics and new releases, bestsellers and hidden gems.
Sensational Sensory Play
Thu, Nov 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Activity Room
Our Sensory Play Program offers fun, hands-on activities that stimulate children's senses.
Family Dance Party
Mon, Nov 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family and join us as we move & groove to old classics and new favorites!
Mahjong Mingle - Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
Tue, Nov 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
Whodunit? The Disappearance of Timmothy Pitzen - Gone Without a Trace
Tue, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Explore the mysterious 2011 disappearance of Timmothy Pitzen through clues, theories, and... more
Explore the mysterious 2011 disappearance of Timmothy Pitzen through clues, theories, and unanswered questions in this true crime discussion for curious minds.
Play & Learn
Wed, Nov 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
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.
Mid Week Makers at McCollough
Wed, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Activity Room
Come explore the world of creativity with the Mid-Week Makers! Explore arts and crafts from... more
Come explore the world of creativity with the Mid-Week Makers! Explore arts and crafts from slime to snacks each first and third Wednesday of the month.
Quest Club - D&D at McCollough
Thu, Nov 20, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
Explore D&D through storytelling, teamwork, and guided quests. Open to ages 12+. Learn to... more
Explore D&D through storytelling, teamwork, and guided quests. Open to ages 12+. Learn to play or DM in a fun, welcoming space!
Fright Night at McCollough - The Blair Witch Project (1999)
Fri, Nov 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Fright Night at McCollough features new and nostalgic horror films, spooky board games... more
Fright Night at McCollough features new and nostalgic horror films, spooky board games (play one of ours or bring your own!), and a casual adults-only hangout filled with scares, nostalgia, and fun.
Teen Crafternoon - DIY Book page Pumpkins
Sat, Nov 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Activity Room
Spend a cozy and creative afternoon by turning old book pages into adorable book page... more
Spend a cozy and creative afternoon by turning old book pages into adorable book page pumpkins. They’re perfect for fall décor or as a unique addition to your bookshelf.
Family Dance Party
Mon, Nov 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family and join us as we move & groove to old classics and new favorites!
Grateful Gourmet Gathering
Mon, Nov 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Activity Room
Grateful Gourmet Gathering is a fun and engaging program for kids that combines... more
Grateful Gourmet Gathering is a fun and engaging program for kids that combines cooking, creativity, and gratitude!
Second Sock Club - Knots, Purls, & Procrastination
Mon, Nov 24, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Wrestling with your second sock or juggling a pile of WIPs? Join us for good company,... more
Wrestling with your second sock or juggling a pile of WIPs? Join us for good company, yarn-filled laughs, and zero pressure to bind off.
Mahjong Mingle - Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
Tue, Nov 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
Tech Time
Tue, Nov 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Small Group Room A
Ask any questions you have about your devices, computers, or anything tech related!
Tuesday Movie Night - To Live and Die in L.A. (1985)
Tue, Nov 25, 5:45pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room
Watch a movie every month, ranging from contemporary hits to esteemed masterpieces to cult... more
Watch a movie every month, ranging from contemporary hits to esteemed masterpieces to cult classics! Popcorn and soda will be provided.
Play & Learn
Wed, Nov 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
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.
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