Events
Read to a Dog
CanceledChildren and teens will have the opportunity for a one-on-one reading session with Nala, an 8-year-old Golden Retriever, and her handler. This program is first come, first served.Parents/caregivers must remain with their child(ren) under 11…
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B - I - N - G - O! How well do you know classic and popular storybook characters? Come play bingo with others at OPL, test your knowledge of storybook characters, and maybe win a book to take home! Come as a family or with friends and enjoy…
Registration fullJoin waitlist Kids and teens will have the opportunity for a one-on-one reading session with a registered therapy dog and their handler. This program requires advanced registration.
Participants can choose to read to either Peep, Alex or Coco as…
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A small string or wind ensemble from the Omaha Symphony will perform music chosen to reflect the musicians’ decision to pursue music and/or their journey to Omaha. Each musician will share their personal story.This is a free event for all…
Kids and teens will have the opportunity for a 15 minute, one-on-one reading session with a registered therapy dog and their handler. This program requires advanced registration.
Participants may only register for two…
Registration requiredRegister for eventFriends of Omaha Public Library host book sales every Thursday from 10 a.m.–3 m. and the first Saturday of every month from 10 a.m.–3 m., except holidays. Credit and debit cards are now accepted at the book sales!
The Friends also sell…
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A small string or wind ensemble from the Omaha Symphony will perform music chosen to reflect the musicians’ decision to pursue music and/or their journey to Omaha. Each musician will share their personal story.
This is a free event for all…
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Join Millard Branch for a puzzle competition with an Escape Room twist! Each team will have 2 hours to complete the same 368-piece puzzle and solve the included mystery. There will be 10 teams competing to see who can finish the puzzle…
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Join OPL for a fun-filled afternoon watching "Wonka" (2023)! It will be an interactive experience with activities during the movie. Families may bring blankets, pillows, and food with the expectation that each family will clean up their…
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Join OPL and the Boxcar Children to solve a brand new mystery! Follow clues and mysteries through an interactive choose your own adventure story where each choice will lead you to a craft or activity that will change the story and lead you…
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B - I - N - G - O! How well do you know classic and popular storybook characters? Come play bingo with others at OPL, test your knowledge of storybook characters, and maybe win a book to take home! Come as a family or with friends and enjoy…
There’s Magic happening at the library with OPL’s Magic: The Gathering Club for teens. Learn how to play Magic: The Gathering (the trading card game), strategize based on your cards’ abilities, and see if you can defeat an opponent in…
Friends of Omaha Public Library host book sales every Thursday from 10 a.m.–3 m. and the first Saturday of every month from 10 a.m.–3 m., except holidays. Credit and debit cards are now accepted at the book sales!
The Friends also sell…
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Join us as we engage in digital storytelling through exciting STEM and coding activities with our new community partner Snapology! While children are exploring robotics, coding, and design challenges using LEGO® bricks and technology, they…
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CanceledChildren and teens will have the opportunity for a one-on-one reading session with Nala, an 8-year-old Golden Retriever, and her handler. This program is first come, first served.Parents/caregivers must remain with their child(ren) under 11…
The Kids Reading Club is for elementary students who are new to reading! We will talk about books, practice reading, enjoy snacks, and sometimes have special guests. The Kids Reading Club meets on the fourth Saturday of the month at 1pm for…
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Join the Downtown Branch for a puzzle competition with an Escape Room twist! Each team will have 2 hours to complete the same 368-piece puzzle and solve the included mystery. There will be 10 teams competing to see who can finish the puzzle…
Registration full Kids and teens will have the opportunity for a one-on-one reading session with a registered therapy dog and their handler. This program requires advanced registration.
Participants can choose to read to either Peep, Alex or Coco as…
Registration requiredRegister for event- ,
A small string or wind ensemble from the Omaha Symphony will perform music chosen to reflect the musicians’ decision to pursue music and/or their journey to Omaha. Each musician will share their personal story.This is a free event for all…
Kids and teens will have the opportunity for a 15 minute, one-on-one reading session with a registered therapy dog and their handler. This program requires advanced registration.
Participants may only register for two…
Registration requiredRegister for event