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What's Cooking?

Book Discussion
2026-03-26 18:00:00 2026-03-26 19:00:00 America/Chicago What's Cooking? A book club, but for cookbooks! Try out a different recipe each month, and come to discuss with other passionate home cooks. EVPL Central - Large Group Meeting Room

Thursday, March 26
6:00pm - 7:00pm

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EVPL Central

Large Group Meeting Room

A book club, but for cookbooks! Try out a different recipe each month, and come to discuss with other passionate home cooks.

Are you a passionate home chef? Do you love to read about new recipes? Do you enjoy experimenting in the kitchen? Then this program is for you! Come join our What’s Cooking? Book Discussion. Each month, one cookbook will be selected. Throughout the month, participants will attempt a recipe from the cookbook, then come to discuss what they made at a monthly discussion! We welcome ALL modifications to recipes - if you're plant-based or have certain dietary restrictions, you can modify any recipe to fit your needs. It’s a book club, but for home cooks who want to try new recipes and dish about their love of food! 

Find all cookbooks linked on EVPL's catalog at this link: https://catalog.evpl.org/MyAccount/MyList/2506 

If all copies are unavailable, you can also request a copy through our Interlibrary Loan System: https://www.evpl.org/services/interlibrary-loan/ 

January 2026 Book: The complete plant based cookbook: 500 inspired, flexible recipes for eating well without meat by America's Test Kitchen

February 2026 Book: The pasta queen: the art of Italian cooking by Nadia Caterina Munno 

March 2026 Book: The Fishwife Cookbook: Delightful Tinned Fish Recipes for Every Occasion by Becca Millstein and Vilda Gonzalez 

April 2026 Book: Snackable bakes: 100 easy-peasy recipes for exceptionally scrumptious sweets and treats by Jessie Sheehan

May 2026 Book: My Mexican favorites: 60+ easy, from-scratch recipes with authentic flavor by Zachary Rodriguez

June 2026 Book: Magnolia table: a collection of recipes for gathering by Joanna Gaines 

July 2026 Book: Pop culture cookbook (reader's choice - choose a cookbook that's based on a tv show/movie or other fandom) see this link for suggestions: https://catalog.evpl.org/MyAccount/MyList/3029 

August 2026 Book: Any Skinnytaste cookbook by Gina Homolka 

September 2026 Book: The 5-minute Japanese noodles cookbook: ramen, soba, udon, somen and more! by Etsuko Ichise 

October 2026 Book: When Southern Women Cook: History, Lore, and 300 Recipes with Contributions from 70 Women Writers by America's Test Kitchen (come to see contributor Toni Tipton-Martin at EVPL's Speak event the following week!) 

November 2026 Book: Good things : recipes and rituals to share with people you love by Samin Nosrat

December 2026 Book: 30 breads to bake before you die by Allyson Reedy 

AGE GROUP: | Adults (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Cultural & International | Books/Literature/Writing |

TAGS: | EVPL Central | Book Discussion |

EVPL Central
Phone: 812.428.8200
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Mon, Jul 20 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 21 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 22 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 23 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 24 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 25 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 26 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.

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Matthew 25 Services
Wed, Jul 22, 9:30am - 12:30pm
New date Wednesday, July 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Stop and chat with a Matthew 25 representative about the services they offer the community.
What Should be Remembered? - sponsored by the EVPL Foundation
Wed, Jul 22, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Rotunda Meeting Room
Reflect back on the history of our community, the country, or your own personal experience.... more
Reflect back on the history of our community, the country, or your own personal experience. What should be remembered? Exhibit is open Monday-Friday from 10:00 am- 4:00 pm. It is CLOSED on weekends.
Play & Learn
Wed, Jul 22, 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.
Cancelled
Matthew 25 Services
Wed, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Stop and chat with a Matthew 25 representative about the services they offer the community.
Family Dance Party!
Thu, Jul 23, 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 Should be Remembered? - sponsored by the EVPL Foundation
Thu, Jul 23, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Rotunda Meeting Room
Reflect back on the history of our community, the country, or your own personal experience.... more
Reflect back on the history of our community, the country, or your own personal experience. What should be remembered? Exhibit is open Monday-Friday from 10:00 am- 4:00 pm. It is CLOSED on weekends.
Drawing Club
Thu, Jul 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Café
Novices and seasoned artists alike are invited to Drawing Club, a space where you can let... more
Novices and seasoned artists alike are invited to Drawing Club, a space where you can let your creativity flow without pressure for perfection.
Learn, Build, Play! Family Edition - with Monte Skelton
Thu, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
READ Center - River 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.
What's Cooking? - Book Discussion
Thu, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Large Group Meeting 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.
Baby & Me
Fri, Jul 24, 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.
What Should be Remembered? - sponsored by the EVPL Foundation
Fri, Jul 24, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Rotunda Meeting Room
Reflect back on the history of our community, the country, or your own personal experience.... more
Reflect back on the history of our community, the country, or your own personal experience. What should be remembered? Exhibit is open Monday-Friday from 10:00 am- 4:00 pm. It is CLOSED on weekends.
What Should Be Remembered - sponsored by the EVPL Foundation
Mon, Jul 27, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Reflect back on the history of our community, the country, or your own personal experience.... more
Reflect back on the history of our community, the country, or your own personal experience. What should be remembered? Exhibit is open Monday-Friday from 10:00 am- 4:00 pm. It is CLOSED on weekends.  
Educator Resource Fair
Mon, Jul 27, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Browning Meeting Rooms A And B
Are you an educator? Stop by this resource fair to learn about the materials, services, and... more
Are you an educator? Stop by this resource fair to learn about the materials, services, and resources available for free at EVPL! Includes snacks, raffle prize(s), and the option to earn PGP points.
Paws for Tales
Mon, Jul 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
READ Center - River Room
Read to a therapy animal! Children can take turns reading to our therapy dog, Oakley.
Storytime
Tue, Jul 28, 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.
What Should Be Remembered - sponsored by the EVPL Foundation
Tue, Jul 28, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Reflect back on the history of our community, the country, or your own personal experience.... more
Reflect back on the history of our community, the country, or your own personal experience. What should be remembered? Exhibit is open Monday-Friday from 10:00 am- 4:00 pm. It is CLOSED on weekends.  
Minecraft
Tue, Jul 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
READ Center - River Room
Block out an hour of your day with a session of Minecraft! We will be entering the world of... more
Block out an hour of your day with a session of Minecraft! We will be entering the world of Minecraft to build and explore with others on laptops. Registration Required. Designed for ages 6-12.
This event is full
Cancelled
Science of Reading Series - Presented by EVSC
Tue, Jul 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Join us in a 3-part Science of Reading series for community partners and families. The... more
Join us in a 3-part Science of Reading series for community partners and families. The series is led by literacy experts in the EVSC.
Artist Trading Card Creation Studio
Tue, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Café
Artists of all experience levels are invited to create pocket sized works of art to trade... more
Artists of all experience levels are invited to create pocket sized works of art to trade and collect.
What Should Be Remembered - sponsored by the EVPL Foundation
Wed, Jul 29, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Reflect back on the history of our community, the country, or your own personal experience.... more
Reflect back on the history of our community, the country, or your own personal experience. What should be remembered? Exhibit is open Monday-Friday from 10:00 am- 4:00 pm. It is CLOSED on weekends.  
Play & Learn
Wed, Jul 29, 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.
Family Dance Party!
Thu, Jul 30, 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 Should Be Remembered - sponsored by the EVPL Foundation
Thu, Jul 30, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Reflect back on the history of our community, the country, or your own personal experience.... more
Reflect back on the history of our community, the country, or your own personal experience. What should be remembered? Exhibit is open Monday-Friday from 10:00 am- 4:00 pm. It is CLOSED on weekends.  
EVPL Theatre Club Info Session
Thu, Jul 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
READ Center - River Room
Join us for a group discussion about this newly formed initiative that will intrigue any... more
Join us for a group discussion about this newly formed initiative that will intrigue any young theatre enthusiasts!
Board Game Social Hour
Thu, Jul 30, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Small Group Room 2E
Take a break from the daily grind and enjoy an evening of board games, conversation, and... more
Take a break from the daily grind and enjoy an evening of board games, conversation, and connection.
Science of Reading Series - Presented by EVSC
Thu, Jul 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Browning Meeting Rooms A And B
Join us in a 3-part Science of Reading series for community partners and families. The... more
Join us in a 3-part Science of Reading series for community partners and families. The series is led by literacy experts in the EVSC.
Baby & Me
Fri, Jul 31, 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.
What Should Be Remembered - sponsored by the EVPL Foundation
Fri, Jul 31, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Reflect back on the history of our community, the country, or your own personal experience.... more
Reflect back on the history of our community, the country, or your own personal experience. What should be remembered? Exhibit is open Monday-Friday from 10:00 am- 4:00 pm. It is CLOSED on weekends.  
Community Art Swap
Sat, Aug 01, All day
Popular Materials Center
Build your collection of local handmade art by trading some of your own! The community art... more
Build your collection of local handmade art by trading some of your own! The community art swap is designed for small, flat artworks no more than 4"x6".
What Should Be Remembered Exhibit Reception - sponsored by the EVPL Foundation
Sat, Aug 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Rotunda Meeting Room
The public is invited to a reception with the artists on Saturday, August 1 from 4:00-5:30... more
The public is invited to a reception with the artists on Saturday, August 1 from 4:00-5:30 pm in the EVPL Central Rotunda. A Concert on the Lawn event will follow at 6 pm. 
Concerts on the Lawn sponsored by the EVPL Foundation - Loralye with Elliott
Sat, Aug 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Concerts on the Lawn is a summer music series with local musicians in a diverse array of... more
Concerts on the Lawn is a summer music series with local musicians in a diverse array of genres. Events on Saturdays will be at the EVPL Central Greenspace, with others on Fridays at Oaklyn & East.
Rereading Our Childhood
Tue, Aug 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Small Group Room 2A
What happens when we return to the stories that shaped us? Rereading Our Childhood invites... more
What happens when we return to the stories that shaped us? Rereading Our Childhood invites adults to revisit a favorite book from their younger years and explore it with fresh eyes.
Play & Learn
Wed, Aug 05, 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.
Health Information Tables
Wed, Aug 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby
Receive health information to help keep you and your family healthy.
Pokémon Club
Wed, Aug 05, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
READ Center - River Room
Drifloon over to the library and join us the first Wednesday of every month to celebrate... more
Drifloon over to the library and join us the first Wednesday of every month to celebrate all things Pokémon! Intended for grades 2nd-6th.
Nonfiction Book Club
Wed, Aug 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Large Group Meeting Room
Join us on the 1st Wednesday of each month for an illuminating nonfiction book discussion!
Drawing Club
Thu, Aug 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Café
Novices and seasoned artists alike are invited to Drawing Club, a space where you can let... more
Novices and seasoned artists alike are invited to Drawing Club, a space where you can let your creativity flow without pressure for perfection.
Classic Film Series
Thu, Aug 06, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Browning Meeting 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 checks
Fri, Aug 07, 9:30am - 11:30am
Lobby
Stop by for a blood pressure check with Patchwork Central nurses.
Baby & Me
Fri, Aug 07, 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, Aug 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
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, Xbox Series X, Xbox 360, Wii, GameCube and PlayStation 2.
Paws for Tales
Mon, Aug 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
READ Center - River Room
Read to a therapy animal! Children can take turns reading to our therapy dog, Oakley.
True Crime Reloaded
Tue, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Small Group Room 2A
Hang out and get your true crime fix with us at this monthly book club!
Play & Learn
Wed, Aug 12, 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.
Evansville Trivia Night
Wed, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Browning Meeting Room B
Come on your own, or bring a team, and test your knowledge of Evansville, Indiana! We'll... more
Come on your own, or bring a team, and test your knowledge of Evansville, Indiana! We'll have snacks and prizes.
Drawing Club
Thu, Aug 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Café
Novices and seasoned artists alike are invited to Drawing Club, a space where you can let... more
Novices and seasoned artists alike are invited to Drawing Club, a space where you can let your creativity flow without pressure for perfection.
Cancelled
Gaming Unplugged
Thu, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Want to reduce screentime and build in-person community? Come to Gaming Unplugged where we... more
Want to reduce screentime and build in-person community? Come to Gaming Unplugged where we meet at the table and experience a love of board games together.
Baby & Me
Fri, Aug 14, 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, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
READ Center - River Room
Kick-start your creativity with a different activity each month!
Concerts on the Lawn sponsored by the EVPL Foundation - Macro Geo with Nina Snoogans
Sat, Aug 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Concerts on the Lawn is a summer music series with local musicians in a diverse array of... more
Concerts on the Lawn is a summer music series with local musicians in a diverse array of genres. Events on Saturdays will be at the EVPL Central Greenspace, with others on Fridays at Oaklyn & East.
Teen Gaming
Mon, Aug 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
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, Xbox Series X, Xbox 360, Wii, GameCube and PlayStation 2.
Storytime
Tue, Aug 18, 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, Aug 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Large Group Meeting Room
Join us on the 3rd Tuesday of each month for a Christian Fiction Book Discussion.
Cancelled
Science of Reading Series - Presented by EVSC
Tue, Aug 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Join us in a 3-part Science of Reading series for community partners and families. The... more
Join us in a 3-part Science of Reading series for community partners and families. The series is led by literacy experts in the EVSC.
Back to School Bingo
Wed, Aug 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Café
Celebrate the start of a new school year and get to know the library at Back to School Bingo!
Family Dance Party!
Thu, Aug 20, 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!
Drawing Club
Thu, Aug 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Café
Novices and seasoned artists alike are invited to Drawing Club, a space where you can let... more
Novices and seasoned artists alike are invited to Drawing Club, a space where you can let your creativity flow without pressure for perfection.
Recycled Ideas
Thu, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Browning Meeting Room B
Come enjoy a fun and casual crafting night featuring repurposed and recycled items!
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