Events

Calling all food lovers and art enthusiasts—Soup-er Bowl is back and bigger than ever! Five chefs (Chef Around the Block, Viva Fit Kitchen, Breeze Bakery, Winchester Bar & Grill, & chef Dakota) compete to create the ultimate soup - and you choose the winner! Paint your own pottery bowl or take home a handcrafted piece by local artists. Sample soups and vote for your favorite. Enjoy a live pottery wheel demonstration. Fun for all ages - come hungry!

Imagine the thrill of catching a fish with a fly you tied yourself! Come learn the art of fly tying with the Cornhusker Fly Fishers. All materials and equipment provided. Best suited for ages 12+. Youth ages 12 to 15 must come with an accompanying adult. Pre-registration for this event is required as supplies are limited.

Nature explorers is an exciting interactive program designed for kids ages 6-11 to explore the wonders of nature and animals. Kids will learn about different animal species, their habitats, and meet an educational animal up close. Take part in an activity or craft and enjoy a guided hike. February's theme is snakes. Are snakes slimy? Where do they go in the winter? We will answer these questions during a meet and greet with a snake

Join us as we celebrate the release of the new Dog Man movie! Test your skills in a special police academy obstacle course, do some Dog Man detective work, and enjoy themed activities celebrating everyone’s favorite police dog!

Virtual Pet Design with Scratch. This program is designed for children and accompanying adults.

Looking to start a garden this year? Come to The RiverFront Community Seed Share to get free pollinator-friendly flower seeds, locally sourced right here in the community! Whether you are new to gardening or have been growing plants for years, this is a great opportunity to meet with other garden-enthusiasts, learn more about the garden community in Omaha, and gather a new collection of seeds for your garden.

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

Today we will have tree-mendous fun with Keep Omaha Beautiful educators! We’ll read the story Leaf Man by Lois Ehlert and watch as Leaf Man rides the wind and journeys across the land. After reading the book, we’ll take a short nature walk to explore our own library landscape and collect nature treasures. We’ll finish our adventure by making our own leafy creatures.

Did you know that potato chips were invented by an African American? In honor of Black History Month we’re using potato chips to make this tasty salty and sweet snack.

Kids will have fun making some fun Holiday snacks with their friends. Sorry we are unable to accommodate for allergies. Registration begins: November 18th at 8:30am.

Grades - K-12th. Registration required

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 ages.

Build a fun engineering project with popsicle sticks that launches objects across the room! Learn about motion and force while creating your very own catapult.

Today we will have tree-mendous fun with Keep Omaha Beautiful educators! We’ll read the story Leaf Man by Lois Ehlert and watch as Leaf Man rides the wind and journeys across the land. After reading the book, we’ll take a short nature walk to explore our own library landscape and collect nature treasures. We’ll finish our adventure by making our own leafy creatures.