Events
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Join OPL as we celebrate children around the world for DIA. We’ll take a look at the children and the culture of Japan with kamishibai, Japanese paper theater. This traditional method of Japanese storytelling combines beautiful…
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Join local author and illustrator Caitlin Cass as they guide participants in creating their own comic. All materials will be provided at no cost.
This program is for tweens and teens ages 10-18. Registration is required and opens April 1. To…
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, Coco or…
Come talk about books at Saddlebrook’s Family Reading Club! This book club is for kids ages 7-10 and their caregivers.
Families are encouraged to read something within the month’s featured genre or theme, but it isn’t required. A selection…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…
Join OPL at the Gene Leahy Mall for storytime! Storytime is geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome to join in the fun. Rain or shine, we'll be there!
We will be under the big white pavilion.
Need sign language interpretation or…
Kids will have the opportunity for a one-on-one reading session with Bella, a Labrador Retriever/registered therapy dog, and her handler. This program is first come, first served.Parents/caregivers must remain with their child(ren)…
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Join OPL as we celebrate children around the world for DIA. We’ll take a look at the children and the culture of Japan with kamishibai, Japanese paper theater. This traditional method of Japanese storytelling combines beautiful…
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, Coco or…
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…
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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In order for curious minds to bloom, it is essential to plant a love of reading at a young age. Join OPL at Lauritzen Gardens for stories that celebrate gardens, plants, insects and more, and discover the joys of nature, movement,…
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Have you ever wondered what happens once you throw something into the trash can? How important is recycling? Join us as we explore these issues in a fun (and tasty) way! Participants will use pudding, candy, cookies, cereal, and other…
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, Coco or…
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Join OPL at “Once Upon a Time at the Castle” for storytime and activities, featuring stories, creative movement, music and more. Storytime is geared towards children ages 2-8, but all ages are welcome. Bring your own blanket and snacks and…
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 OPL as we celebrate children around the world for DIA. We’ll take a look at the children and the culture of Japan with kamishibai, Japanese paper theater. This traditional method of Japanese storytelling combines beautiful…
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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…
Kids will have the opportunity for a one-on-one reading session with Bella, a Labrador Retriever/registered therapy dog, and her handler. This program is first come, first served.Parents/caregivers must remain with their child(ren)…
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…