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Spring break is a great opportunity for students and families to relax, explore, and have fun. EVPL has an exciting lineup of programs and activities to make your spring break unforgettable! From crafts to trivia to games, we’ve got something for everyone.
Spring Break Book Bundle
Spring Break Book Bundle | Mar. 18 – 25 (while supplies last) | All EVPL locations
- Check out a Spring Break Book Bundle to enjoy on the road or at home! Bundles include books and activities on various themes, great for a road trip or an afternoon at home. Bundles can be checked out at any EVPL location beginning Wednesday, March 18, until supplies last.
STEM & Swing
STEM & Swing* | Friday, Mar. 27 | 10:00 – 11:00 am | Wesselman Tennis Courts | For ages 6-12
- Build tennis, coding, and robotics skills. This free tennis and educational program is a joint partnership between the Evansville Community Tennis Association (ECTA) and EVPL.
EVPL Central
Paws for Tales | Monday, Mar. 23 | 4:30 – 5:30 pm | Ages 0-11
- Take turns practicing reading to therapy dog, Oakley.
Slime Time* | Tuesday, Mar. 24 | 3:00 – 4:00 pm | Ages 6-11
- Learn about the science behind slime and mix up your own custom creation from our top-secret recipe. *Designed for ages 6+ and registration is required.
Artist Trading Card Creation Studio | Tuesday, Mar. 24 | 6:00 – 7:00 pm | Ages 12-18
- Artists of all experience levels are invited to create pocket-sized works of art to trade and collect.
Community Art Swap | Wednesday, Mar. 25 | All day | Ages 12-18
- 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″.
Play & Learn | Wednesday, Mar. 25 | 10:00 – 11:00 am | Ages 0-5
- Grow early literacy skills with stories, group learning activities, and plenty of open play time! For ages 0-5 with a caregiver.
Tie-Dye Craze!* | Wednesday, Mar. 25 | 3:00 – 4:00 pm | Ages 6-11
- Unleash your creativity in a fun-filled DIY tie-dye session. We’ll provide the fabric, but feel free to bring your own. Just remember to dress for a little mess! *Designed for ages 6+ and registration is required.
Family Dance Party | Thursday, Mar. 26 | 10:00 – 11:00 am | Ages 0-5
- Bring the whole family and join us as we move & groove to old classics and new favorites!
Robot Petting Zoo | Thursday, Mar. 26 | 3:00 – 4:00 pm | Ages 6-11
- Come meet some of the robots that live in the library! We will be testing out our KIBO, LEGO WeDo, and Sphero robots in various activities. Designed for grades 1-6.
K Pop Demon Hunters Glow Party | Friday, Mar. 27 | 3:00 – 4:00 pm | All ages
- Get ready for a fun-filled hour of glow-in-the-dark excitement! Step into a neon world of K-pop beats, cool costumes, and epic demon hunter adventures. Dress up, light up, and let the party begin! Children of all ages are welcome.
A Cinderella Storytime with Ballet Indiana | Saturday, Mar. 28 | 10:00 – 10:45 am | All ages
- Experience the story of Cinderella through dance, activities, and a craft, featuring special guest Ballet Indiana.
EVPL East
Family Movie Night: Elio | Friday, Mar. 27 | 3:30 -5:00 pm | All ages
- Enjoy a family movie night – snacks included! We’ll be watching Elio (2025, PG).
EVPL McCollough
Family Dance Party | Monday, Mar. 23 | 10:00 – 11:00 am | Ages 0-5
- Bring the whole family and join us as we move & groove to old classics and new favorites!
- A chill teen art club for journaling, drawing, painting, friendship bracelets, and more. No experience needed, just bring your creativity!
Pre-K Science | Wednesday, Mar. 25 | 10:00 – 11:00 am | Ages 2-5
- Explore simple science concepts with hands-on activity stations for ages 2-5.
Play & Learn | Thursday, Mar. 26 | 10:00 – 11:00 am | Ages 0-5
- Grow early literacy skills with stories, group learning activities, and plenty of open play time! For ages 0-5 with a caregiver.
STEM Slam Dunk | Thursday, Mar. 26 | 2:00 – 3:00 pm | Ages 6-11
- A kids’ STEM program inspired by March Madness, where kids tackle science, engineering, and math challenges in a fun, tournament-style format.
Sensational Sensory Play | Friday, Mar. 27 | 10:00 – 11:00 am | All ages
- Fun, hands-on activities that stimulate children’s senses.
Family Trivia Night – Basketball | Friday, Mar. 27 | 5:00 – 6:00 pm
- Test your knowledge of basketball with your family while enjoying snacks and competing for the chance to win a prize!
EVPL North Park
Rubber Ducky Scavenger Hunt | All week | All day | All ages
- All month long in March, search EVPL North Park for the 10 hidden rubber duckies! Find all 10 and win a prize. All ages are welcome to play.
Cross Stitch Bookmarks* | Tuesday, Mar. 24 | 11:00 am – 12:00 pm | Ages 10+
- This beginner-friendly program provides all you need to create your own cross-stitch bookmarks. *Most appropriate for ages 10+ and registration is required.
Craft & Movie Mornings | Wednesday, Mar. 25 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
- This month, for Women’s History Month, we are watching Little Women (2019, PG) and making origami dresses.
Who’s Next? – Community Board Game Night | Wednesday, Mar. 25 | 4:00 – 6:00 pm | All ages
- Join us for a fun evening playing a wide variety of board games with friends, family, and new people! EVPL will provide the games, though you can bring your own as well.
Storytime | Thursday, Mar. 26 | 10:00 – 10:45 am | Ages 0-5
- Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more as we build early literacy skills through Storytime! For children ages 2-5 with a caregiver.
Sticky Note Art | Friday, Mar. 27 | 10:00 – 11:00 am | Ages 0-11
- Come and decorate our children’s tower windows with colorful sticky note art!
Paws for Tales | Saturday, Mar. 28 | 11:00 am – 12:00 pm | Ages 6-11
- Read to a therapy animal! Children can take turns reading to our therapy dog.
EVPL Stringtown
Bluey Crafts To Go | Monday, Mar. 23 | All day | All ages
- Kick off spring break with a bag of Bluey crafts for a fun-filled week! While supplies lasts.
Open Craft Studio | Tuesday, Mar. 24 | 4:00 – 5:00 pm | All ages
- Explore programs past and present as you create a craft using our supplies. Stringtown will have many options to choose from!
Art Like Alma | Wednesday, Mar. 25 | 10:00 – 11:00 am | All ages
- In honor of Women’s History Month, create your own masterpiece in the style of artist Alma Thomas.
Mini Flower Pot Painting | Thursday, Mar. 26 | 2:00 – 3:00 pm | Ages 6 – 18
- Get ready for spring by using paint pens to decorate mini flower pots! Registration is not required, but supplies may be limited.
EVPL West
Crafty & Cozy | Tuesday, Mar. 24 | 4:00 – 5:00 pm | All ages
- Stop in for cozy vibes and chill crafts you can do at your own pace, or bring your own!
Life-Size Candyland | Thursday, Mar. 26 | 3:00 – 4:00 pm | Ages 0-11
- A classic board game brought to life! Bring your friends, enjoy some sweet treats, photo opportunities, and an all-around fun time. Dress-up is encouraged but not required.
Play & Learn | Friday, Mar. 27 | 10:00 – 11:00 am | Ages 0-5
- Grow early literacy skills with stories, group learning activities, and plenty of open play time! For ages 0-5 with a caregiver.
