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Read to Succeed

A Storytime with the EPD
2026-06-15 10:00:00 2026-06-15 11:00:00 America/Chicago Read to Succeed Read to Succeed is a summer initiative by the Evansville Police Department that encourages children to stay engaged in reading while building strong, positive connections with law enforcement. EVPL West - Meeting Room

Monday, June 15
10:00am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2026-06-15 10:00:00 2026-06-15 11:00:00 America/Chicago Read to Succeed Read to Succeed is a summer initiative by the Evansville Police Department that encourages children to stay engaged in reading while building strong, positive connections with law enforcement. EVPL West - Meeting Room

EVPL West

Meeting Room

Read to Succeed is a summer initiative by the Evansville Police Department that encourages children to stay engaged in reading while building strong, positive connections with law enforcement.

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

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime | Community Interest |

TAGS: | Our Summer | Kids | Families | EVPL West | Early Literacy |

EVPL West
Phone: 812-428-8232
Hours
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Mon, May 11 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, May 12 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, May 13 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, May 14 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, May 15 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 16 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 17 Closed
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About the branch

Located at 2000 W Franklin St., EVPL West was one of three original libraries built in Evansville with funds donated by Andrew Carnegie. Along with EVPL East, it was dedicated and opened to the public on January 1, 1913. Renovated in 2003, the building is surrounded by a park-like setting that is home to annual events like the Farmer’s Market and West Side Nut Club Fall Festival. EVPL West features a spacious meeting room, public access computers, and comfortable adult and youth areas.

Upcoming events

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Storytime
Fri, May 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
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.
Historic EVPL West
Mon, May 18, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
EVPL West is 113 years old! Walk through our auditorium and learn about Carnegie libraries,... more
EVPL West is 113 years old! Walk through our auditorium and learn about Carnegie libraries, EVPL West’s history, and our connection to the neighborhood.
Crafty & Cozy
Tue, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Stop in for cozy vibes and chill crafts you can do at your own pace, or bring your own!
Play & Learn
Fri, May 22, 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.
Caffeine & Crafts - Suncatcher
Sat, May 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Watch a movie and celebrate the unofficial start of summer by making your own hanging... more
Watch a movie and celebrate the unofficial start of summer by making your own hanging beaded suncatcher. Mamma Mia! (2008, PG-13)
Clabber Time
Tue, May 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Whether you are just now learning or have been playing for years, join us for Clabber, an... more
Whether you are just now learning or have been playing for years, join us for Clabber, an original Evansville card game! Registration is encouraged but not required.
3D Paper Art
Tue, May 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
A series exploring paper crafting.
Pre-K Science
Wed, May 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Explore simple science concepts with hands-on activity stations for ages 2-5.
Play & Learn
Fri, May 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.
Drive-In Movie - Lilo & Stitch (2002, PG)
Fri, May 29, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Jump start summer break with a drive-in movie at EVPL West! Spend some time decorating your... more
Jump start summer break with a drive-in movie at EVPL West! Spend some time decorating your ‘car’ then park and watch a fun movie in celebration of AAPI Heritage Month.
Franklin Street Family Crafts
Sat, May 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Each week will feature a fun for all-ages craft with supplies and instructions available... more
Each week will feature a fun for all-ages craft with supplies and instructions available in-library.
True Story - Memoir Book Club
Mon, Jun 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Dip your toes into the world of nonfiction with a memoir!
Ice Cream Social
Tue, Jun 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Kick start summer break and come chill out at EVPL West. Build an ice cream sundae of your... more
Kick start summer break and come chill out at EVPL West. Build an ice cream sundae of your own creation!
Muppet Mania Night - Make Your Own Sock Puppet
Wed, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Wocka Walk-in to a night of Muppet fun! Kids can make their own sock puppets, play games... more
Wocka Walk-in to a night of Muppet fun! Kids can make their own sock puppets, play games and watch The Muppets.
Franklin Street Family Crafts
Sat, Jun 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Each week will feature a fun for all-ages craft with supplies and instructions available... more
Each week will feature a fun for all-ages craft with supplies and instructions available in-library.
Juneteenth Trivia Board
Mon, Jun 08, All day
Patrons of all ages can visit EVPL West from June 8 - 20 to learn more about the history of... more
Patrons of all ages can visit EVPL West from June 8 - 20 to learn more about the history of Juneteenth. Fill out an entry card and show it to the circulation desk for a prize!
West Writers' Group
Mon, Jun 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
Kickstart your writing, gain fresh perspective, & stay accountable to finish that work in... more
Kickstart your writing, gain fresh perspective, & stay accountable to finish that work in progress!
Pre-K Science
Wed, Jun 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Explore simple science concepts with hands-on activity stations for ages 2-5.
Splash Day
Wed, Jun 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Offsite
Beat the heat and play outside with a variety of water tables, water toys, giant games, and... more
Beat the heat and play outside with a variety of water tables, water toys, giant games, and a splash pad.
Tea Talk with Books
Wed, Jun 10, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Sip some tea and chat about a different title each time at this monthly book discussion.... more
Sip some tea and chat about a different title each time at this monthly book discussion. Light refreshments provided.
Learn, Build, Play! Family Edition - with Monte Skelton
Thu, Jun 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting 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.
Summerween
Thu, Jun 11, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Get spooky all summer and celebrate the return of West’s Fright Club with a Summerween... more
Get spooky all summer and celebrate the return of West’s Fright Club with a Summerween program series!
Storytime
Fri, Jun 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
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.
Sensory Art
Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Children can explore their senses through fun art activities
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