August 12, 2026

812 Reads ( MOVED INDOORS!)

3:00pm - 5:00pm

812 Reads celebration on August 12 at Willard Public Library Park, 3-5 PM. Enjoy games, sweet treats, and family fun!

*** DUE TO THE POTENTIAL FOR RAIN, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN MOVED INDOORS TO THE BROWNING GALLERY!***

When: August 12, 2026 from 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Who: All ages welcome! No cost!

Celebrate the spirit of the 812 with an afternoon of books, community, and family fun! Join Willard Public Library and the Evansville Parks Department for 812 Reads, a free after-school event featuring:

  • Games
  • Giveaways
  • Sweet treats
  • Library card sign-ups
  • Libby eBook and eAudiobook demonstrations
  • Local history displays including local yearbooks
  • Hands-on archival materials and more!

Meet the Evansville Parks Department, explore our city's parks and green spaces, and share your ideas for future community programs. Whether you're discovering the library for the first time or you're a lifelong reader, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Bring your family, invite a friend, and celebrate reading, learning, and everything that makes the 812 a great place to call home!