Celebrate National Library Week Apr. 20-24!

Find Your Joy at Willard Library! Celebrate National Library Week with us!
Image features "Grey Lady's Blend" coffee, a mug from Willard Public Library, books, and coffee beans, hinting at a tasting event.

Monday, April 20, 2026

Prepare your taste buds! Visit the Adult Services Department on the 1st floor (main level)  for an exclusive tasting of the Grey Lady's Blend, a partnership between Willard Library and Evansville Coffee Co. Rumor has it the Grey Lady herself has summoned a limited restock of her blend, available for purchase in both grounds and beans!

 

 

 

The image features a thumbprint family tree graphic against a green background, set in a library.

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Make your mark on the Willard Library Family Tree! Join the Special Collections Department on the 2nd floor (top level) in creating a display that demonstrates our pride in not only housing your family history but being a part of it.

 

 

 

 

A man contemplates in front of a wall of historical photos, with a caption asking if the place is familiar or not.

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

How well do you know Evansville of the past and present? Visit the Archives Department in the Lankford Reading Room (lower level) to test your knowledge with an interactive exhibit featuring images from their collections!

 

 

 

 

A cozy library scene featuring children listening to a storyteller during a "Bedtime Stories" event.

 Thursday, April 23, 2026

Who doesn't love a good bedtime story? Join the Children's Department in the Story Pit (lower level) for a special story time at noon! All ages welcome.

 

 

 

 

 

 

A staircase in a library with a playful question: "Where's Willard?" featuring a vintage aesthetic.

Friday, April 24, 2026

Keep your eyes open as you explore Willard Library to count how many times Willard Carpenter's face appears on (or maybe in) the walls! Once you have the answer, visit any reference desk for a prize!