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Read to Succeed

A Storytime with the EPD
2026-07-31 10:00:00 2026-07-31 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 McCollough - Meeting Room

Friday, July 31
10:00am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2026-07-31 10:00:00 2026-07-31 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 McCollough - Meeting Room

EVPL McCollough

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 McCollough | Early Literacy |

EVPL McCollough
Phone: 812.428.8236
Hours
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Mon, May 18 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 19 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 20 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 21 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 22 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 23 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 24 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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Mahjong Mingle - Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
Tue, May 26, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
Tuesday Movie Night - Sinners (2025)
Tue, May 26, 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, May 27, 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.
Rescheduled
Artist Salon
Wed, May 27, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
New date Wednesday, June 17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Regional local artists are invited to learn about arts projects and share ideas for the... more
Regional local artists are invited to learn about arts projects and share ideas for the Arts at EVPL. There will also be time to network with other artists.
Sensational Sensory Play
Thu, May 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Activity Room
Our Sensory Play Program offers fun, hands-on activities that stimulate children's senses.
Pathways to the Past - One-on-One Genealogy Help
Thu, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Small Group Room A
In this one-on-one guided program, utilize the library's genealogy resources to discover... more
In this one-on-one guided program, utilize the library's genealogy resources to discover information about your ancestors!
This event is full
Sew-ciety - Build Your Sewing Confidence
Thu, May 28, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
We are learning the basics of quilting and sewing, creating and repairing on our sewing... more
We are learning the basics of quilting and sewing, creating and repairing on our sewing machines. We have machines to share but bringing your own when possible is preferred.
Family Trivia Night - Disney
Fri, May 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
This month's theme is 'Disney.' Gather the whole family for a fun-filled evening! Top team... more
This month's theme is 'Disney.' Gather the whole family for a fun-filled evening! Top team wins a prize! Snacks provided.
June Youth Take and Makes
Mon, Jun 01, All day
Youth Area
Young patrons can take home the monthly themed craft to complete with their family and friends.
Trailblazers of Freedom: A Juneteenth Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Jun 01, All day
Youth Area
This interactive scavenger hunt invites children to explore the history and significance of... more
This interactive scavenger hunt invites children to explore the history and significance of Juneteenth through symbols, traditions, and notable abolitionists.
From One Reader to Another - Bookmark Exchange
Mon, Jun 01, All day
Whether you love collecting bookmarks or just want a fun way to mark your page, stop by... more
Whether you love collecting bookmarks or just want a fun way to mark your page, stop by EVPL McCollough to take a bookmark and leave one for someone else to enjoy!
Family Dance Party
Mon, Jun 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family and join us as we move & groove to old classics and new favorites!
The Drawing Board - A Teen Club for Making Friends & Art
Mon, Jun 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Drawing Board is a chill teen club for making friends and creating art. Play board... more
The Drawing Board is a chill teen club for making friends and creating art. Play board games, hangout with fellow teens, or create art. No art experience necessary!
Mahjong Mingle - Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
Tue, Jun 02, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
Pre-K Science
Tue, Jun 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Activity Room
Explore simple science concepts with hands-on activity stations for ages 2-5.
Sow-cial Hour - Nature Inspired Crafts
Tue, Jun 02, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Activity Room
Come join us to create a craft inspired by nature!
Learn, Build, Play! Family Edition - with Monte Skelton
Wed, Jun 03, 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.
Mid-Week Makers - Arts and Crafts
Wed, Jun 03, 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.
Computer Basics 101 - Your Personal Computer Tutor
Thu, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Small Group Room A
In this one-on-one guided program, work with an expert tutor to build basic computer skills... more
In this one-on-one guided program, work with an expert tutor to build basic computer skills and gain confidence using technology at your own pace.
This event is full
Chilling Reads Collective - Book Discussion
Thu, Jun 04, 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!
Family Dance Party
Mon, Jun 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family and join us as we move & groove to old classics and new favorites!
We Do Robotics Camp
Mon, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
A fun, hands-on robotics camp where kids explore STEM concepts using LEGO® We Do... more
A fun, hands-on robotics camp where kids explore STEM concepts using LEGO® We Do technology. Participants build and program simple robots, learn basic coding and engineering skills, and use teamwork.
The Drawing Board - A Teen Club for Making Friends & Art
Mon, Jun 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Drawing Board is a chill teen club for making friends and creating art. Play board... more
The Drawing Board is a chill teen club for making friends and creating art. Play board games, hangout with fellow teens, or create art. No art experience necessary!
Cozy Crafts with a Canine - Fiber arts and beyond
Mon, Jun 08, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a cozy, creative program celebrating the calming art of fiber crafts with a... more
Join us for a cozy, creative program celebrating the calming art of fiber crafts with a therapy dog!
Mahjong Mingle - Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
Tue, Jun 09, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
Tech Time
Tue, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Small Group Room A
Ask any questions you have about your devices, computers, or anything tech related!
We Do Robotics Camp
Tue, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
A fun, hands-on robotics camp where kids explore STEM concepts using LEGO® We Do... more
A fun, hands-on robotics camp where kids explore STEM concepts using LEGO® We Do technology. Participants build and program simple robots, learn basic coding and engineering skills, and use teamwork.
Improv Night
Tue, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Participate in group activities, learn acting techniques and theater games, or just have fun!
Play & Learn
Wed, Jun 10, 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.
We Do Robotics Camp
Wed, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
A fun, hands-on robotics camp where kids explore STEM concepts using LEGO® We Do... more
A fun, hands-on robotics camp where kids explore STEM concepts using LEGO® We Do technology. Participants build and program simple robots, learn basic coding and engineering skills, and use teamwork.
One More Chapter! Book Club - In Pursuit of the Page-Turners.
Wed, Jun 10, 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.
We Do Robotics Camp
Thu, Jun 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
A fun, hands-on robotics camp where kids explore STEM concepts using LEGO® We Do... more
A fun, hands-on robotics camp where kids explore STEM concepts using LEGO® We Do technology. Participants build and program simple robots, learn basic coding and engineering skills, and use teamwork.
Pathways to the Past - One-on-One Genealogy Help
Thu, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Small Group Room A
In this one-on-one guided program, utilize the library's genealogy resources to discover... more
In this one-on-one guided program, utilize the library's genealogy resources to discover information about your ancestors!
This event is full
Sew-ciety - Build Your Sewing Confidence
Thu, Jun 11, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Activity Room
We are learning the basics of quilting and sewing, creating and repairing on our sewing... more
We are learning the basics of quilting and sewing, creating and repairing on our sewing machines. We have machines to share but bringing your own when possible is preferred.
Sensational Sensory Play
Fri, Jun 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Activity Room
Our Sensory Play Program offers fun, hands-on activities that stimulate children's senses.
We Do Robotics Camp
Fri, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
A fun, hands-on robotics camp where kids explore STEM concepts using LEGO® We Do... more
A fun, hands-on robotics camp where kids explore STEM concepts using LEGO® We Do technology. Participants build and program simple robots, learn basic coding and engineering skills, and use teamwork.
Fright Night at McCollough - I Know What You Did Last Summer (1996)
Fri, Jun 12, 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.
Paws for Comfort
Sat, Jun 13, 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, Jun 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family and join us as we move & groove to old classics and new favorites!
The Drawing Board - A Teen Club for Making Friends & Art
Mon, Jun 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Drawing Board is a chill teen club for making friends and creating art. Play board... more
The Drawing Board is a chill teen club for making friends and creating art. Play board games, hangout with fellow teens, or create art. No art experience necessary!
Mahjong Mingle - Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
Tue, Jun 16, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
Pre-K Science
Tue, Jun 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Activity Room
Explore simple science concepts with hands-on activity stations for ages 2-5.
Whodunit? - The Black Dahlia: The Murder of Elizabeth Short [Unsolved]
Tue, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room
On January 15, 1947 a mother & her daughter discovered the remains of Elizabeth Short, an... more
On January 15, 1947 a mother & her daughter discovered the remains of Elizabeth Short, an aspiring actress, while on a walk in LA. Despite the brutality of the crime, little evidence was at the scene.
Play & Learn
Wed, Jun 17, 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 - Arts and Crafts
Wed, Jun 17, 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.
Artist Salon
Wed, Jun 17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Regional local artists are invited to learn about arts projects and share ideas for the... more
Regional local artists are invited to learn about arts projects and share ideas for the Arts at EVPL. There will also be time to network with other artists.
Computer Basics 101 - Your Personal Computer Tutor
Thu, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Small Group Room A
In this one-on-one guided program, work with an expert tutor to build basic computer skills... more
In this one-on-one guided program, work with an expert tutor to build basic computer skills and gain confidence using technology at your own pace.
Black Superhero Showcase
Sat, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for our Black Superhero Showcase, part of EVPL's BIPOC Comic Celebration! Watch... more
Join us for our Black Superhero Showcase, part of EVPL's BIPOC Comic Celebration! Watch episodes of Static Shock and have fun with our themed activities highlighting legendary Black superheroes.  
Family Dance Party
Mon, Jun 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family and join us as we move & groove to old classics and new favorites!
The Drawing Board - A Teen Club for Making Friends & Art
Mon, Jun 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Activity Room
The Drawing Board is a chill teen club for making friends and creating art. Play board... more
The Drawing Board is a chill teen club for making friends and creating art. Play board games, hangout with fellow teens, or create art. No art experience necessary!
Mahjong Mingle - Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
Tue, Jun 23, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
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