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Fall in Love with the Arts

Black History Month

2024-02-09 17:00:00 2024-02-09 18:00:00 America/Chicago Fall in Love with the Arts Celebrate Black History Month with local artists! EVPL East - Meeting Room

Friday, February 09
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-02-09 17:00:00 2024-02-09 18:00:00 America/Chicago Fall in Love with the Arts Celebrate Black History Month with local artists! EVPL East - Meeting Room

EVPL East

Meeting Room

Celebrate Black History Month with local artists!

From 5-6 each Friday this month come experience the art of 3 local artists:


February 2 - Zion -Zion hails from the island of Dominica. His musical inspiration is Bob Marley, whose music has touched the hearts of many. Zion has been active locally and internationally spreading positivity through his music. Come hear Zion's positive message in music.
February 9 - Nana Wing, Evansville resident and fiber artist, creates beautiful multicultural dolls. Come hear her story and see her amazing creations.
February 16 - Mario Warren has been into photography for 14 years. He started his journey helping artists create artwork for their music albums, it became therapeutic so he started doing it for himself.

"Due to the historic nature of the EVPL East, West, and Stringtown buildings, their meeting rooms are not fully ADA accessible. If you are interested in participating in a program that is not accessible, please contact that location to arrange alternate accommodations."

 

AGE GROUP: | General (All Ages) |

EVENT TYPE: | Cultural & International | Arts & Leisure |

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EVPL East

Phone: 812.428.8231

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

About the branch

Located at 840 E. Chandler Ave., EVPL East was one of three original libraries built in Evansville with funds donated by Andrew Carnegie. Along with EVPL West, it was dedicated and opened to the public on January 1, 1913. Renovated in 2003, the building is surrounded by a park-like setting and features a spacious meeting room, public access computers, and comfortable adult and youth areas.

Upcoming events

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Thu, May 14, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
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.

Fri, May 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a family movie! (Movie snacks included.)

Wed, May 20, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
Bring your project, your curiosity, and your conversation—fiber artists and crafters... more
Bring your project, your curiosity, and your conversation—fiber artists and crafters welcome to create side by side.

Thu, May 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us at East to create a decorative round sign!

Cancelled
Thu, May 21, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
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.

Wed, May 27, 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Meeting Room
To celebrate Historic Preservation Month, learn the basics of coding while discovering the... more
To celebrate Historic Preservation Month, learn the basics of coding while discovering the people, places, and stories that shaped our city.

Thu, May 28, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
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.

Sat, May 30, 11:00am - 2:00pm
We will be adding a variety of pollinator attracting plants, vegetables and herbs to the... more
We will be adding a variety of pollinator attracting plants, vegetables and herbs to the remaining beds.

Mon, Jun 01, All day
Juvenile Reading Area
Color your own bookmark for us to laminate for you-ongoing all summer.

Wed, Jun 03, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
Bring your project, your curiosity, and your conversation—fiber artists and crafters... more
Bring your project, your curiosity, and your conversation—fiber artists and crafters welcome to create side by side.

Thu, Jun 04, All day
Juvenile Reading Area
Learn about the vibrant traditions of Caribbean Carnival and create your own colorful masks... more
Learn about the vibrant traditions of Caribbean Carnival and create your own colorful masks inspired by the costumes and artistry of this cultural celebration.

Thu, Jun 04, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
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.

Fri, Jun 05, All day
Juvenile Reading Area
Learn about the vibrant traditions of Caribbean Carnival and create your own colorful masks... more
Learn about the vibrant traditions of Caribbean Carnival and create your own colorful masks inspired by the costumes and artistry of this cultural celebration.

Fri, Jun 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a family movie! (Movie snacks included.)

Sat, Jun 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Step into the garden for stories, tasty snacks, and a simple craft! This special story time... more
Step into the garden for stories, tasty snacks, and a simple craft! This special story time is made even sweeter with refreshments provided by the Bedford Collab.

Tue, Jun 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
This month we will be discussing "The Daughter of Doctor Moreau" by Silvia Moreno-Garcia"

Wed, Jun 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us at East to kickoff summertime with a fun-filled Ice Cream Social! Please note... more
Join us at East to kickoff summertime with a fun-filled Ice Cream Social! Please note that food will be served, please contact 812-428-8231 with any questions/concerns.

Thu, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Juvenile Reading Area
Join us at East and have fun creating a Best POP Father's Day Card! Supplies provided.

Thu, Jun 11, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
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.

Fri, Jun 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Backlawn
Enjoy a musical performance on our beautiful lawn with the whole family! Bring your chair,... more
Enjoy a musical performance on our beautiful lawn with the whole family! Bring your chair, a blanket and snacks