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Curiosity Crew is a one-hour, hands-on STEM program for children ages 6-11 that blends play, exploration, and early learning! Stop by to learn about a topic and complete an activity! June Theme: Dinos! Celebrate our summer reading theme and learn about types of dinosaurs and how their fossils were made. Space is limited. Registration is encouraged.
Learn the fundamental techniques of safely canning and preserving food in this introductory workshop! Discover how to extend the life of your garden bounty or farmers market haul through basic methods. Whether you're a beginner or looking for a refresher on best practices, you'll gain the confidence to safely preserve your favorite flavors at home. This is a free event for adults 19+. Registration is required
In this workshop you will learn how to design and decorate do-it-yourself stickers. Use markers to experiment with layering light and dark color combinations to add details to your sticker designs. You will have so much fun making stickers in the sun that you will want to share your new DIY sticker hack with others! Meet at the Arrival Plaza next to the Discovery Playground!
Become the best babysitter you can be! Training will include a babysitting guidebook, basic first aid, and age-appropriate practices for caring for infants, preschoolers, toddlers, and school age youth. The clinic is taught by Nebraska 4-H Extension staff. This is a free program for ages 11 and up. Registration is required
Enjoy a different activity or craft each week under the big picnic shelter in Peterson Park. Drop in anytime. Recommended for Grades PreK and up. No library card or registration required.
Discover the incredible world of bats in this engaging presentation for adults led by Nebraska Wildlife Rehab! Learn the basics of bat biology, explore common myths and misconceptions, and uncover the many surprising ways bats help and support human communities. Whether you’re curious, cautious, or already a bat enthusiast, this program will leave you with a new appreciation for these fascinating nighttime creatures. This is a free event for adults 19+.
Create your own fossils and dinosaur bones, as we explore what pre-history might have looked like.
This month they’re exploring hands on engineering Sphero's Blueprint Build kits. Drop in to this teen program and explore what you can make with a personal engineering kit. Create the provided examples or let your imagination run free! This is a free event for teens. Registration is required.
Keep it crafty by creating your own cloth coaster using a limited selection of fabrics and join us for an easy sewing project focused on fun, not perfection. This activity is suitable for ages 5+. Space is limited. Registration is required.
Teen Retreats at Bennington Library every Tuesday for grades 6-12
Join every Wednesday for a take along craft! Crafts will be available to make in the library, or take with you on the go.
Step back in time and build your own prehistoric world! Create a dinosaur terrarium with the perfect mini habitat for a dino friend. Bring your imagination and get ready for a roaring good time! This is a free event for kids ages 5 and older. Registration is required
Bennington Community Theatre visits the Bennington Library
Join OPL for a special program featuring the book Harry and Hot Lava by Chris Robertson! At the conclusion of the story, children will jump and hop their way through an obstacle course using various surfaces. Go as fast as you can, but don’t fall in because…the Floor is Lava! This is a free event for children 4+.
Keep cool all summer long with hydrant parties! Splash away when the Omaha Parks and Recreation Department comes to your neighborhood to unleash the fun at 3 different locations every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Please bring your own towel
Jeff Quinn is roaring into our library with "Jurassic Magic", a dinosaur-themed Summer Reading Program magic show that's fun for all ages
Keep cool all summer long with hydrant parties! Splash away when the Omaha Parks and Recreation Department comes to your neighborhood to unleash the fun at 3 different locations every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Please bring your own towel
Unearth A Story: Animals from the Past: Journey back in time this summer as we look at how modern-day animal adaptations can help us uncover the truth about our past!
Keep cool all summer long with hydrant parties! Splash away when the Omaha Parks and Recreation Department comes to your neighborhood to unleash the fun at 3 different locations every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Please bring your own towel
Join OPL for a Super Smash Bros tournament. We will be playing the game on the Nintendo Switch 2. This is a free program for ages 13-18. Registration is required
Get to know the new OPL Do Space in our Skills Class! Each session will focus on learning a new skill, machine, or software. This session will focus on sewing machine basics, including the parts of the machine, getting set up, and basic stitches. After learning the basics, participants will work on creating a pillowcase! Register now for this 2-hour, hands-on program!
Play pub trivia with La Vista City staff on the second Wednesday of the month. Teams of up to six players are welcome. Top teams win prizes.
Enjoy an evening of free yoga among nature and friendly goats. Goats are from Shepherds Rest Goat and Sheep Rescue.
Curiosity Crew is a one-hour, hands-on STEM program for children ages 6-11 that blends play, exploration, and early learning! Stop by to learn about a topic and complete an activity! June Theme: Dinos! Celebrate our summer reading theme and learn about types of dinosaurs and how their fossils were made. Space is limited. Registration is encouraged.
Jeff Quinn is roaring into our library with "Jurassic Magic", a dinosaur-themed Summer Reading Program magic show that's fun for all ages
Get ready for a roaring good time! In this hands-on musical experience inspired by Dinosaurumpus!, kids become the musicians as they explore the many ways percussion instruments make sound—shaking, scraping, and striking along with the story. Guided by a staff member from the Omaha Symphony, young participants will stomp, chomp, and make music together while discovering how rhythm brings this dino-filled tale to life.
Take a journey and explore the sense of taste, touch, smell, sight, and sound through descriptive, vibrant language and storytelling. This is a free event for children ages 8-12. Registration is required
Free Movies at the Bennington Library
Every Thursday join in the Curiosity Lab, as we explore science with hands-on activities and experiments. *Participants should be prepared to get messy*
Join for a bubbly, high-energy foam party as our foam cannon fills the space with soft, sudsy fun! Kids can enjoy safe, refreshing foam play while families soak in the summer excitement
Keep it crafty by creating your own cloth coaster using a limited selection of fabrics and join us for an easy sewing project focused on fun, not perfection. This activity is suitable for ages 5+. Space is limited. Registration is required.
Learn the fundamental techniques of safely canning and preserving food in this introductory workshop! Discover how to extend the life of your garden bounty or farmers market haul through basic methods. Whether you're a beginner or looking for a refresher on best practices, you'll gain the confidence to safely preserve your favorite flavors at home. This is a free event for adults 19+. Registration is required
Join Omaha Public Library the second Thursday of the month to read with fellow book lovers from all over Omaha for a silent reading party! This month we are at the Omaha Dog Bar — no dog needed to attend!
Movie Nights are a cherished tradition in the Highlander neighborhood, held on the lawn of the Highlander Accelerator. Everyone is welcome to this outdoor cinematic experience. This free event presents a family-friendly film suitable for all ages. Bring your blankets, chairs, and snacks for a cozy night. Free treats for the first 90 guests! (And available for purchase for additional guests) Lawn opens at 8, movie starts at 9.
Each week, Quasar pairs up a local business with a local charitable cause, to present a “Classic” retro title for a “Free-to-the-Public ” event to raise awareness and support. This is a great way for your organization to educate and interact with an eager audience. Solicitation of free-will donations or mission-specific item donations can be part of pre-event, advertising co-op.
Omaha Art Fair is a vibrant and diverse art fair located at Aksarben Village in Omaha, NE. Over 150 talented artists, from across the country, showcase their work to visitors who can explore a wide range of artistic styles and mediums. With free kids activities, festival food favorites and music all day, there is something for everyone to enjoy!
Three days filled with a variety of fun activities for all ages in Springfield, NE, just a short drive from the Omaha and Lincoln areas. Friday evening's events begin at 5pm with a food, games, and entertainment. Saturday's highlights include 5K run/walk, pancake feed, corn hole tournament, kids foam party, parades, rubber duck race, food trucks, games, street dance with a live band, beer garden, fireworks show & more! We'll start off Sunday with an outdoor worship service along with refreshments, fun games, and activities. Prepare for a fantastic time!
The College World Series (CWS) is the culminating championship tournament of NCAA Division I baseball, held each June in Omaha, Nebraska. Featuring the final eight teams standing from a 64-team bracket, the CWS combines elite competition with a festive atmosphere, making it one of college sports’ most cherished traditions. The teams compete in a double-elimination format, culminating in a best-of-three finals to crown the national champion
College baseball’s biggest celebration has lived in Omaha since 1950. Charles Schwab Field hosts this convergence of colors, pageantry and excitement. Downtown Omaha becomes a bustling hub, and the June atmosphere is just as much of a treat as the on-field action.
Become the best babysitter you can be! Training will include a babysitting guidebook, basic first aid, and age-appropriate practices for caring for infants, preschoolers, toddlers, and school age youth. The clinic is taught by Nebraska 4-H Extension staff. This is a free program for ages 11 and up. Registration is required
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