Events

Best suited for toddlers through elementary-aged children on the autism spectrum, but siblings of all ages are absolutely welcome! Link to the registration form can be found via the "ticket" button on the Event facebook page

The Borman Family Treetop Walk and MidAmerican Energy Adventure Tower officially open on Saturday, September 19 at 10 a.m. 🌳 TREETOP WALK: FREE! No reservation needed. Come walk approximately half a mile through the treetops and climb the stairs to the top lookout deck. 🧗 ADVENTURE TOWER: Want to climb, rollglide, or explore 400+ feet of simulated caves? Advance reservations through Approach Climbing Gym are REQUIRED. No walk-ins will be available. Opening weekend passes are discounted, and expected to sell out! 🎟️ Reserve your spot: https://www.omaharockgym.com/midamerican-adventure-tower

Get ready for a super-powered story time! Join us for a special event with wrestling superstar, Latin Thunder. Latin Thunder will read a story, demonstrate some of his signature wrestling moves, and answer all your questions. After the story, it's your turn to unleash your inner hero! Decorate your very own luchador mask and then strike a pose with the champion himself! Registration is required.

Ever wonder what it takes to build your own rocket and launch it high in the sky? This free program is for you and your family! Rocket building will happen from 10:30-11:30AM in the Luminarium. After the rockets are constructed the launch will happen on the Gallup campus, just north of Kiewit Luminarium from 12:30–1:30PM. (1001 Gallup Drive)

Get ready for a super-powered story time! Join us for a special event with wrestling superstar, Latin Thunder. Latin Thunder will read a story, demonstrate some of his signature wrestling moves, and answer all your questions. After the story, it's your turn to unleash your inner hero! Decorate your very own luchador mask and then strike a pose with the champion himself! Registration is required.

Can you defeat the competition? Join us each month for a chance to prove your skills at Nintendo Switch Sports. Winners will get a prize! For ages 9-18. This month’s sport: Bowling - Pairs. Registration is required

Curious George will visit for a special storytime! Children of all ages are welcome. Experience stories, creative movement, music and more. We explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking, and writing in each storytime. There will be opportunities to take photos.

Discover the basics of drawing in this beginner-friendly class led by artist Yulia Brynskikh. Participants will learn foundational techniques using simple tools such as pencils while exploring line, shading, and observation. No prior drawing experience is needed. All supplies will be provided. This is a free event for adults 19+. Registration is required

K-12 Homschool. Meet at Southwind Park to design a boat and then test it in some water.

In honor of Fat Bear Week, join in on the Fat Bear Fun at OPL with a special storytime. Enjoy books and songs about bears followed by crafting handmade binoculars to spot the Fat Bear Hall of Champions around the library. This event will be sure to entertain our littlest bear scouts! Parents/caregivers must remain with their child(ren) for the duration of the program and are encouraged to help younger children with the activity.

Every Wednesday, Monarch Agents will have the opportunity to participate in fun activities, including outdoor fun, arts and crafts, science experiments, detective work, and more library fun! Please arrive at least 5 minutes early before your first mission to receive your mission log. For those in 1st - 6th grade.

Curiosity Crew is back with a brand new look! Starting this month Curiosity Crew is specifically developed for kids six and under with their parent or caretaker. Each month we’ll cover a brand new science topic and complete an activity or art project associated with it. This month we’re kicking off fall by learning why leaves change colors and making nature inspired leaf prints. This is a free event for ages 2-6. Registration is required.

Curious George will visit for a special storytime! Children of all ages are welcome. Experience stories, creative movement, music and more. We explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking, and writing in each storytime. There will be opportunities to take photos.

Join OPL for a cuddly and creative adoption day at the library in celebration of National Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog Month in October! Children are invited to listen to a tail-wagging read-aloud about pet adoption, then choose from a variety of different animal plushies to "adopt" and take home. Each animal plushie comes with the option to create a collar and special house along with the completion of an adoption certificate. Kids will have time to name their new friend and imagine fun adventures together. Come for the stories and fun-leave with a snuggly new companion! Select locations will have furry and scaly visitors from the Nebraska Humane Society! Check with the branch for more details. This is a free event for kids ages 3-10. Registration is required.

Family, friends, and supporters gather together to celebrate, honor, and remember people affected by blood cancer. Registration is free! Join us and raise funds to support our mission.