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Plant It and They Will Come

Natives and the Birds They Sustain
2026-11-07 11:00:00 2026-11-07 12:00:00 America/Chicago Plant It and They Will Come Presenter: Sharon Sorenson, Local Author and Former Courier and Press Writer EVPL North Park - Meeting Room

Saturday, November 07
11:00am - 12:00pm

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EVPL North Park

Meeting Room

Presenter: Sharon Sorenson, Local Author and Former Courier and Press Writer

This session is for anyone who has ever looked out a window and wished for more birds. Sharon will explore the deep relationship between native plants and the bird species that depend on them, with layering strategies and planting recommendations that work whether you are starting from scratch or refining an established landscape.

AGE GROUP: | General (All Ages) |

EVENT TYPE: | Community Interest |

TAGS: | EVPL North Park | All ages |

EVPL North Park
Phone: 812.428.8237
Hours
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Mon, Aug 03 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 04 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 05 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 06 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 07 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 08 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 09 Closed
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About the branch

Opened in April of 2005, EVPL North Park is located on 960 Koehler Dr. and was constructed in a manner that resembles great lodges found in National Parks. With both children’s and adult’s towers, EVPL North Park boasts a ceiling high stone fireplace, an enclosed outdoor patio, public access computers, and public meeting and study room areas.

Upcoming events

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Take-Home Science
Mon, Aug 03, All day
Take home a simple science activity from the children's area! Available all month long!
Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Aug 03, All day
Find all the pictures hidden around the North Park Kids Zone to win a prize! This self-led... more
Find all the pictures hidden around the North Park Kids Zone to win a prize! This self-led activity is available all month long!
Movie Mondays - There’s Still Tomorrow: C'è ancora domani (2023, NR)
Mon, Aug 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
An Italian award-winning film in which a working-class woman in postwar Rome dreams of a... more
An Italian award-winning film in which a working-class woman in postwar Rome dreams of a better future while facing abuse at the hands of her domineering husband. Until a mysterious letter arrives...
Baby & Me
Tue, Aug 04, 10:00am - 10:40am
Meeting 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.
Audiobook Book Club
Tue, Aug 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
"Get an earful with a new book club! The (Audio) Book Club will be a meeting for those who... more
"Get an earful with a new book club! The (Audio) Book Club will be a meeting for those who prefer to read through listening. This month: Ninth House by Leigh Bardugo. Available on Hoopla and Libby. "
Drawn Together Art Club
Wed, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Bring your WIPs and get to know other artists in this art club that meets the first... more
Bring your WIPs and get to know other artists in this art club that meets the first Wednesday of each month. All art styles welcome!
Cover to Cover Book Discussion
Thu, Aug 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Join us as we read popular novels or occasional nonfiction books, then discuss them.
Crafter-Noon - Hidden Garden Tins
Fri, Aug 07, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Come and spend a relaxing afternoon learning a new craft project and meeting new friends.... more
Come and spend a relaxing afternoon learning a new craft project and meeting new friends. This month we're creating beautiful garden scenes hidden in a mint tin!
Minecraft Mania
Fri, Aug 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Building creativity, one block at a time!
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North Park Genealogy Interest Group - Cheryl Herrmann’s Browning Database Program
Sat, Aug 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
A special Genealogy program that includes Cheryl Herrmann’s Browning Database program... more
A special Genealogy program that includes Cheryl Herrmann’s Browning Database program that is open to the public. Discover your family history.
Mahjong Mingle - Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
Mon, Aug 10, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
Baby & Me
Tue, Aug 11, 10:00am - 10:40am
Meeting 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.
Welcome to the Adventurer's Guild - A Tabletop RPG Night
Thu, Aug 13, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Come and play D&D (or other RPG systems) with EVPL North Park! Doesn't matter if you're an... more
Come and play D&D (or other RPG systems) with EVPL North Park! Doesn't matter if you're an old hand or never played, this night is for all experience levels.
Spice Club - Turmeric
Fri, Aug 14, All day
Sign up to pick up a little spice that'll bring big flavor to your home in this monthly... more
Sign up to pick up a little spice that'll bring big flavor to your home in this monthly club at North Park.
Canvas Paint Party
Sat, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Have you always wanted to learn how to paint awesome looking pictures? Here's your chance... more
Have you always wanted to learn how to paint awesome looking pictures? Here's your chance to learn how and make something spectacular! Registration required. Registration opens 40 days before program.
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Nintendo Switch Game Play
Mon, Aug 17, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Unwind after a day of school and play the Nintendo Switch! Snacks and drinks will be provided.
Baby & Me
Tue, Aug 18, 10:00am - 10:40am
Meeting 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.
Procrastiknitters
Tue, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Come sit and knit (or crochet, spin, embroider, or do other handwork) with us!
Create Your Own - Buttons
Wed, Aug 19, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lounge
Turn your artwork into a one of a kind button!
Storytime
Thu, Aug 20, 10:00am - 10:45am
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.
Welcome to the Adventurer's Guild - A Tabletop RPG Night
Thu, Aug 20, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Come and play D&D (or other RPG systems) with EVPL North Park! Doesn't matter if you're an... more
Come and play D&D (or other RPG systems) with EVPL North Park! Doesn't matter if you're an old hand or never played, this night is for all experience levels.
Saturday Baby & Me
Sat, Aug 22, 10:00am - 10:40am
Meeting 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. Saturday Baby & Me is once a month.
Block Party
Mon, Aug 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting 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.
Mahjong Mingle - Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
Mon, Aug 24, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Come play, practice, and connect over Mahjong!
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Romance Reader Hangout
Mon, Aug 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Explore the many subgenres and authors of Romancelandia with other readers!
Baby & Me
Tue, Aug 25, 10:00am - 10:40am
Meeting 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.
Storytime
Thu, Aug 27, 10:00am - 10:45am
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.
Mystery Lover's Book Club
Thu, Aug 27, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
monthly meeting of North Park's long running mystery book club
Paws For Tales
Sat, Aug 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Read to a therapy animal! Children can take turns reading to our therapy dog.
Chess Time
Sat, Aug 29, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Want to play chess against other enthusiasts? Come by where we will have boards set up for... more
Want to play chess against other enthusiasts? Come by where we will have boards set up for people to play a casual and social game of chess.
Take-Home Science
Tue, Sep 01, All day
Take home a simple science activity from the children's area! Available all month long!
Scavenger Hunt
Tue, Sep 01, All day
Find all the pictures hidden around the North Park Kids Zone to win a prize! This self-led... more
Find all the pictures hidden around the North Park Kids Zone to win a prize! This self-led activity is available all month long!
Baby & Me
Tue, Sep 01, 10:00am - 10:40am
Meeting 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.
Drawn Together Art Club
Wed, Sep 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Bring your WIPs and get to know other artists in this art club that meets the first... more
Bring your WIPs and get to know other artists in this art club that meets the first Wednesday of each month. All art styles welcome!
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