Local library events
Storytimes and kids' library events near VIGO COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY from the public library calendar.
680 POPLAR STREET, TERRE HAUTE, IN 47807
Upcoming events
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
680 Poplar Street, Terre Haute, IN, 47807, US
Ages 2–5: Wiggle, sing, and play your way through stories at Wiggle Worm Storytime. Each week explores a different story through read-alouds, songs, movement, and hands-on activities. Storytime wraps up with free play, giving little ones space to explore while adults connect.
3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
125 North Church Street, West Terre Haute, IN, 47885, US
Ages 13–19: Jump into existing games, experiment with creating simple board games using shared materials, or playtest ideas together if inspiration strikes. Whether you want to play, build, or switch between the two, Teen Board Game Night is open for exploring games your way.
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
125 North Church Street, West Terre Haute, IN, 47885, US
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
2200 North 13th Street, Terre Haute, IN, 47804, US
Ages 6-12: Is your child uncomfortable reading out loud? Maybe they just need a friendly ear—and Walter the Goldendoodle is ready to listen. Walter is a licensed therapy dog from the Alliance of Therapy Dogs who’s eager to hear a good story and whose calm presence will build your reluctant reader’s confidence.
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
680 Poplar Street, Terre Haute, IN, 47807, US
Ages 6–15: Who’s that Pokémon? You decide at Pokémon Creation! Use a premade template to design a unique Pokémon, complete with stats, special moves, type, description, region, and even a custom evolution line.
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
680 Poplar Street, Terre Haute, IN, 47807, US
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
2170 N 13th Street Suite 101, Terre Haute, IN, 47804, US
6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
2200 North 13th Street, Terre Haute, IN, 47804, US
AA
10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
680 Poplar Street, Terre Haute, IN, 47807, US
10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
125 North Church Street, West Terre Haute, IN, 47885, US
Ages 2–5: Move, listen, and make music together at Music Makers Storytime. Each session uses songs, interactive books, and simple instruments like scarves and egg shakers to build listening skills, coordination, and group participation through music and movement.
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
680 Poplar Street, Terre Haute, IN, 47807, US
Meeting
2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
2200 North 13th Street, Terre Haute, IN, 47804, US
Your health care doesn’t come with a map. Between forms, phone calls, and appointments, it’s easy to feel stuck or unsure about what to do next. At Nurture the Neighborhood, Union Hospital’s Certified Community Health Worker Amanda Perry is available to help you sort through questions, understand your options, and identify next steps that make sense for you. Whether you’re managing an ongoing condition, trying to navigate the system, or just don’t know where to start, you can get one-on-one guidance and connections to local resources that support your health and well-being. Amanda Perry has a B.S. in Kinesiology and has a passion for community. She has worked to help community members connect to area resources, overcome barriers to healthcare access, and bridge gaps in healthcare to ensure quality care for all individuals in the Wabash Valley.
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
680 Poplar Street, Terre Haute, IN, 47807, US
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
680 Poplar Street, Terre Haute, IN, 47807, US
Ages 2–6: Start your engines and race to Car Talk Storytime! Your little one can rev up their imagination with stories filled with planes, trains, trucks, and automobiles, then hit the pits to play with toys and games, or make a quick craft before speeding off to their next adventure.
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
2200 North 13th Street, Terre Haute, IN, 47804, US
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
680 Poplar Street, Terre Haute, IN, 47807, US
Ages 12 & Up: Create intricate clockwork mechanisms, save a fantasy world, become a spy, or travel to distant planets with either the HTC Vive™ or the Meta Quest 2 VR headset.
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
680 Poplar Street, Terre Haute, IN, 47807, US
All Ages: Share a book with a furry friend from Love on a Leash. These good-natured therapy dogs are eager to listen to your child practice reading aloud in a stress-free setting, complete with cuddles, belly rubs, and ear scratches!
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
125 North Church Street, West Terre Haute, IN, 47885, US
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
680 Poplar Street, Terre Haute, IN, 47807, US
Ages 0–2: Cuddle, listen, and explore at Tiny Tot Time. Through short stories, songs, and simple movements with shakers and scarves, little ones begin to build early listening and motor skills. Each session ends with free play for exploration and connection.
11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
680 Poplar Street, Terre Haute, IN, 47807, US
2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
125 North Church Street, West Terre Haute, IN, 47885, US
Grab your yarn and crochet hooks, your fabric and sewing supplies, or even your junk journal and washi tape for a relaxing afternoon at Crafternoons. Meet with a group of crafters every week to share ideas, show off projects, or just dedicate time to your WIPs—no matter what you’re creating! Beginning crochet help, assistance from an experienced textile crafter, and sewing machines will be available. Supplies will not be provided.
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
2200 North 13th Street, Terre Haute, IN, 47804, US
Increase your flexibility, strengthen your muscles, and improve your balance at Chair Yoga! Certified yoga instructor Julia Agnew will take you through a beginner-friendly routine that you can practice anywhere.
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
680 Poplar Street, Terre Haute, IN, 47807, US
Ages 6–18: Do you gotta catch ‘em all? At Pokémon Trade & Game Night, you can trade your duplicate cards to complete your collection or look for your dream shiny! Bring along your deck to test your mettle against other Pokémon trainers.
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
125 North Church Street, West Terre Haute, IN, 47885, US
10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
2200 North 13th Street, Terre Haute, IN, 47804, US
Evaluation Meeting for the state
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
680 Poplar Street, Terre Haute, IN, 47807, US
Purpose of Meeting Are you living with mild or moderate dementia or providing care for someone living with dementia? Thrive West Central is offering a Memory Café for you! The purpose of this gathering is to provide a comfortable and welcoming social gathering for those living with mild to moderate dementia and their care partners. Respite care is not provided; care partners need to attend WITH their loved ones. Goals: - Provide an opportunity for socialization and connection without stigma - Provide an opportunity for care partners to share support, experience, and resources - Provide dementia friendly activities such as puzzles and games - Have fun! Bottled water, crackers, and cookies are provided. Feel free to bring your own snacks as well. Contact Amy Schorr at Thrive West Central for more information: 812-238-1561 ext.260 or email at aschorr@thrivewestcentral.com
10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
125 North Church Street, West Terre Haute, IN, 47885, US
Ages 0–1: Share songs, stories, and gentle bounces together at Baby Lap Sit Storytime. This calm, interactive session supports early language and sensory awareness while giving babies a chance to listen, watch, and respond from a caregiver’s lap. Storytime ends with relaxed playtime for babies and time for caregivers to connect.
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
680 Poplar Street, Terre Haute, IN, 47807, US
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
680 Poplar Street, Terre Haute, IN, 47807, US
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
680 Poplar Street, Terre Haute, IN, 47807, US
Ages 8–11: From BTS to K-Pop Demon Hunters, Korean pop culture has surged in popularity in the United States. Your child can enter this exciting world with EdTech Hangul Hunters, a club just for kids who want to learn to write the Korean alphabet—called Hangul—explore the culture, and enjoy storytelling.