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By Erika Qualls Barnett

December is a magical time of year. Yes, there are stressors around purchasing presents, visiting with some family members, and dealing with traffic on Green River Road and Burkhardt (I will go out of my way to not drive on either of those roads!). Despite the stress, however, there are many moments of generosity and caring during December that are special. 

EVPL celebrates all of the magic of holidays during the month through displays, programs, and booklist. 

Hanukkah Craft Kit

Celebrate Hanukkah with a craft kit!

November 29 – December 4
All Day
EVPL North Park

Seasonal Snapshots

The holiday season is a great time to spend time with loved ones, and there is no way to better capture those memories than with pictures! We are excited to offer Seasonal Snapshots – a new EVPL photography tradition – to our community. Sign-up for one of our 15-minute photography sessions to have special snapshots taken of you and your loved ones on our festive set. Each session is complete with 3-5 digital photograph files – perfect for holiday cards or your own personal collection. And just like all EVPL programs, an EVPL card is encouraged but not required. Plus, this is completely free!

Saturday, December 4
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
EVPL Central

Monday, December 13
4:00 – 8:00 pm
EVPL North Park
Call 812.428.8200 or visit an EVPL location to reserve your spot today!

Stories with Santa

Santa will be reading and singing with us before heading to the North Pole. There will also be crafts, Santa letters, and treats.

*Please note pictures with Santa will not occur this year.

Monday, December 6
10:00 am
EVPL Central
2:00 pm
EVPL East
6:00 pm
EVPL McCollough

Tuesday, December 7
2:00 pm
EVPL West

Wednesday, December 8
10:00 am
EVPL Red Bank
2:00 pm
EVPL Stringtown

Thursday, December 9
6:00 pm
EVPL Oaklyn

Monday, December 13
6:00 pm
EVPL North Park

Holiday Concert with The Old Dam Community Band

The Old Dam Community Band is back to celebrate the holiday season!

Tuesday, December 7
6:30 – 7:30 pm
EVPL Central

Reindeer Games

Please join us for fun playing reindeer games!

Thursdays, December 9 & 23
4:00 – 5:00 pm
EVPL McCollough

Gingerbread Houses

Create a one of a kind gingerbread house. Registration is required.

Thursdays, December 9
4:00 – 5:00 pm
EVPL Red Bank

Foraging For Your Home: Winter Solstice Lantern

We will be celebrating the winter solstice by making our very own lanterns using wax paper and fallen leaves! Registration required.

Thursday, December 16
3:30 4:30 pm
EVPL McCollough

Holiday Concert with Monte Skelton

Monte will host a concert during EVPL East’s Open House. Please enjoy cider, cookies, and music while looking at the renovations at EVPL East.

Friday, December 17
5:00 pm
EVPL East

Kwanzaa Craft Kit

Celebrate Kwanzaa with a craft kit!

December 27 – 30
All Day
EVPL North Park

Erika Qualls Barnett
Programming Manager

Erika Qualls Barnett


Erika is a cardigan-loving Hufflepuff that enjoys the Cubs, reading, and walks with her husband.

Writing & Universal Class
Simple Science: Airplane

EVPL Holiday Hours & Closures: Closed: Dec. 24-25 & Dec. 31-Jan.1
Closing at 6:00 pm: Dec. 23, 26, 27, 30, and Jan. 2 & 3   Regular Hours: Saturday & Sunday
Normal EVPL operating hours will resume Monday, Jan. 6But our digital resources are available 24/7!