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Get in the spirit of the season and learn about things in nature that make fall so festive! Enjoy a family-friendly afternoon full of spooky stories, creepy creatures, seasonal surprises, interactive activities and trick-or-treat stations. Come in costume or come as you are, and get ready to explore, play and enjoy a frightfully fun day together!
Come dressed for the occasion and spend Halloween at Five-0-Five! They're bringing back a night of costumes, Costume Contest, Halloween drinks, mystery beer flights, games, movies, and more.
Join special guest Lara Brady, niece of Hana Brady, for a community conversation exploring the true story behind Hana's Suitcase. The story follows the intertwined journeys of Fumiko Ishioka, a museum curator in Tokyo investigating the history of a suitcase from Auschwitz, and Hana Brady, the young girl who once owned it. This is a free event for adults and children ages 11 and older. The discussion will include topics that may not be suitable for younger children.
Learn how animals survive and thrive during Nebraska’s cold winter months in this engaging and educational program with our partners from Nebraska Wildlife Rehab. Participants will be introduced to the concept of basic animal adaptations and explore how Nebraska’s native wildlife use physical traits and behaviors to withstand harsh winter conditions. Perfect for curious learners, this program builds an understanding of local wildlife while encouraging appreciation for the natural world. This is a free event for kids ages 6-12. Registration is required.
This will be the 15th year of ReubenFest here at the Crescent Moon from Monday, November 2nd to Saturday, November 7th!!
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.
How well do you know classic and popular storybook characters? Test your knowledge with a fun game of Storybook B-I-N-G-O! Registration is required.
Nestled among the trees and trails of Fontenelle Forest, stories take flight! Join OPL at Fontenelle Forest for a special storytime celebrating birds, nature, insects, and more. We’ll explore the wonders of nature through stories, songs, and movement. While this program is geared toward preschoolers, children of all ages are welcome. Admission to Fontenelle Forest is free for those attending storytime.
Curiosity Crew is a hands-on STEM class for children under the age of six! Each month we cover a science topic and complete an activity or art project associated with that concept. We're learning about engineering and movement by making Lego cars!
Never won an award for art? No problem, you can win one for the worst art project at the OPL Teen Bad Art event! Teens ages 13-18 are encouraged to let their creativity run wild as they will have access to a wide variety of supplies to produce a piece of Bad Art. All artistic abilities are welcome, from the Monets and Van Goghs to the “Picass-oh nos!”
Calling all manga fans! Hang out, read, chat, and geek out over your favorite manga while making fun, manga-inspired crafts. Join for a teen-only hangout where you can dive into crafts, try out games, explore cool hobbies, and chill with friends in a space full of music and good vibes. Come spark your imagination and discover something new! This is a free program for teens 12-18 years old.
Curiosity Crew is a hands-on STEM class for children under the age of six! Each month we cover a science topic and complete an activity or art project associated with that concept. We're learning about engineering and movement by making Lego cars!
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.
Join us for an insightful session with presenter from Financial Beginnings, who will share practical tips and strategies to help you take control of your finances. Learn how to budget effectively, manage your money wisely, and pay off debt faster. We'll discuss applying SMART goals to your savings plan and explore different retirement plans and investing strategies to increase your wealth. Whether you're just starting your financial journey or looking for ways to improve your current situation, this workshop is packed with valuable advice to help you achieve financial freedom. This is a free event for adults 19+. Registration is recommended
Every recipe tells a story. Bring a favorite family recipe and join us as we explore the connections between food, memory and identity through writing. We'll read examples of food writing, discuss how meals and traditions shape our lives, and create our own pieces inspired by the people, places, and stories gathered around our dinner tables. No writing experience necessary - just bring your curiosity and a recipe to share. This is a free event for children ages 8-12. Registration is required
Over 220 Crafters. Handmade goods from clothing, cutting boards, jewelry, trinkets, etc. Shop early for the holidays and find unique handmade gifts for everyone on your list.
Join OPL at The Joslyn for storytime, featuring stories, creative movement, music and exploration of a piece of art. Storytime is geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome. This Storytime is part of The Joslyn's monthly Art-tastic Saturdays.
Spark Studio is a hands-on STEAM program for kids where creativity meets technology. Through fun challenges and interactive projects, participants build, design, and explore while developing problem-solving skills and confidence as makers. This is a free event for kids ages 7-12. Registration is required
Bring your pets—and your people—for Photos With Santa benefiting Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue! Dogs, cats, kids, families—they’d love to see them all! Come make a holiday memory while helping support animals in rescue. ❤️🐾
Discover the colorful world of alebrijes, the imaginative Mexican folk art sculptures known for their vibrant patterns and fantastical animal designs. In this hands-on program, led by local artist Linda Garcia, patrons will learn about the history and cultural significance of alebrijes before creating their own sculpture. Participants will then bring their creations to life using clay and other materials. Registration is required
Monsters are storming Camp Half-Blood, and Riptide, Percy Jackson’s sword, has vanished! Percy needs brave demigods to solve puzzles themed around the Percy Jackson series by Rick Riordan and help him save camp before it’s too late. Do you have what it takes to protect Camp Half-Blood? This is a free event for teens ages 13-18. Registration is required
Join Luba Carlson from Kalina Art Studio to create art using watercolors. This three-hour class will guide you through basic watercolor techniques, and you will leave with a finished piece you are proud of! This is a free event for adults (19+). Registration is required
Learn how animals survive and thrive during Nebraska’s cold winter months in this engaging and educational program with our partners from Nebraska Wildlife Rehab. Participants will be introduced to the concept of basic animal adaptations and explore how Nebraska’s native wildlife use physical traits and behaviors to withstand harsh winter conditions. Perfect for curious learners, this program builds an understanding of local wildlife while encouraging appreciation for the natural world. This is a free event for kids ages 6-12. Registration is required
Bring your pets—and your people—for Photos With the Grinch benefiting Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue! Whether your pet loves the Grinch, distrusts the Grinch, or would personally like to steal Christmas from the Grinch, we want to see them. 😂
Monsters are storming Camp Half-Blood, and Riptide, Percy Jackson’s sword, has vanished! Percy needs brave demigods to solve puzzles themed around the Percy Jackson series by Rick Riordan and help him save camp before it’s too late. Do you have what it takes to protect Camp Half-Blood? This is a free event for adults ages 19+. Registration is required
Experience an interactive, sensory-filled drop-in program led by Renee Sans Souci, Umoⁿhoⁿ educator. She will have a variety of materials to touch and talk about, including buffalo hide and items made from buffalo. This is a free event for all ages. Registration is encouraged but not required.
Get ready to see your hard work pay off in the second part of STEAM Teens: Zen Gardens! In the second half of this two part series, we will be printing the objects you designed in Tinkercad. The first session was all about design, and this session is all about execution. In this class we’ll walk the teens through importing their designs, slicing, and starting a custom 3D print. This is a free event for teens. Please note: this is the second in a two part program series! Registration is required
Uncover the science behind some of history’s most terrifying monsters! From vampires and mummies to zombies and ghosts, many spooky legends may have roots in the real-life mysteries of death and decomposition. Join us as forensic anthropologist Dr. Katie East discusses the history behind these enduring tales. Perfect for curious minds who love science, folklore, and all things spooky! This is a free event for adults 19+ . Registration is encouraged
This low-key, social-but-solo club is the perfect way to make progress on your projects, immerse yourself in a good story, and enjoy the quiet company of others doing the same. It's an ideal club for anyone who wants to craft more, read more, and casually build community.
Never used a sewing machine? Always wanted to try it? We have the class for you! Introduction to Machine Sewing at the Omaha Public Library is a two hour hands-on class to learn the basics of sewing and create a simple project. Each class will go over the parts of the machine, threading a machine, sewing basic lines, and creating a take home project. This session we’re making a lined tote bag! This is a free event for adults 19+ and teens 13+. All materials will be provided. Registration is required
Curiosity Crew is a hands-on STEM class for children under the age of six! Each month we cover a science topic and complete an activity or art project associated with that concept. We're learning about engineering and movement by making Lego cars!
Inconceivable! The Dread Pirate Roberts is in trouble, and true love hangs in the balance. Gather your wits to solve clues and puzzles inspired by "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman. Can you prove that true love and quick thinking can conquer all? This is a free event for adults. Registration is required
Lil Rosies Teaching Artist, Chloe Hug, from The Rose Theater will be visiting to lead an interactive reading of a book about Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. Children and families will get to enjoy the story, participate in fun theater activities, and get excited as we prepare for Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer at The Rose Theater.
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.
Discover beautiful, custom-made gifts by local artisan designers, enjoy festive performances and celebrate the holiday season! The Omaha Holiday Boutique show is proud to be partnering with Sleep in Heavenly Peace - Omaha to give new bedding to children in need. Bring a donation of new twin sized bedding and/or sheets and receive free admission to the Omaha Holiday Boutique Friday, Saturday or Sunday.
Learn how animals survive and thrive during Nebraska’s cold winter months in this engaging and educational program with our partners from Nebraska Wildlife Rehab. Participants will be introduced to the concept of basic animal adaptations and explore how Nebraska’s native wildlife use physical traits and behaviors to withstand harsh winter conditions. Perfect for curious learners, this program builds an understanding of local wildlife while encouraging appreciation for the natural world. This is a free event for kids ages 6-12. Registration is required.
We are excited to see you at the Westside High School FALL Craft Fair. The event will showcase 150+ Vendors! Food Trucks!! A Raffle!! This event is a Girls Basketball Fundraiser.
Get ready for a super-powered event! Join wrestling superstar Latin Thunder for a demonstration of lucha libre! Latin Thunder will demonstrate some of his signature wrestling moves, talk about his Lucha Libre journey, and answer all your questions. After, it's your turn to unleash your inner hero! Strike a pose with Latin Thunder or decorate your very own luchador mask!
Join Luba Carlson from Kalina Art Studio to create art using watercolors. This three-hour class will guide you through basic watercolor techniques, and you will leave with a finished piece you are proud of! This is a free event for adults (19+). Registration is required
Spark Studio is a hands-on STEAM program for kids where creativity meets technology. Through fun challenges and interactive projects, participants build, design, and explore while developing problem-solving skills and confidence as makers. This is a free event for kids ages 7-12. Registration is required
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