Preschool Halloween Party
Ages 2-7. Wear your costume for our library parade and trick or treat events!
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Ages 2-7. Wear your costume for our library parade and trick or treat events!
Wear your costume, bring your treat bucket, and drop in to Trick-or-Treat the Library. Most appropriate for children 5 and under and their adult companion.
👻 Bring your littles ghosts and goblins and celebrate Halloween with a reading of a Halloween story. Storytime will be followed by a themed craft. Costumes welcome. This drop-in activity is included with museum admission. No registration required.
Ages 10-18 can register for this taste testing event! Allergy Note: Nuts may be present.
Create a spooky canvas using glow-in-the-dark paint and seasonal stencils. All supplies provided. This is a free event for kids ages 8-12. Registration is required.
No tricks here—just all the treats! The Annual St. Andrew's Trunk or Treat is happening on Wednesday, October 28th at 6 PM in the church parking lot. It’s an evening filled with fun, candy, and activities for all ages – kids and kids at heart!
Omaha Public Library is pleased to host Mona Awad as part of the University of Nebraska at Omaha's Fall Writer's Workshop Reading Series. Mona Awad is the New York Times bestselling author of the novels "Rouge," "All’s Well," "Bunny," and "13 Ways of Looking at a Fat Girl." She is a three-time finalist for a Goodreads Choice Award, the recipient of an Amazon Best First Novel Award, and a two-time finalist for the Giller Prize. Her latest novel, "We Love You, Bunny," was an instant New York Times bestseller and shortlist finalist for the Giller prize. Registration is encouraged.
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. This month, we’re learning about gravity, weight, and how to construct a stable tower. After the lesson, kiddos will have a chance to build a tower that can support the weight of a small pumpkin.
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.
Come one, come all for the most Spooktacular Storytime of the fall! Bring your costume or come as you are, and join us for a morning filled with festive stories, trick-or-treating, a scavenger hunt, crafts, and more!
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.
Add some sparkle to your spooky season with diamond painting at the library! Create your own dazzling keychain, magnet or drink coaster while swapping paranormal stories with others or listening to eerie tales from our staff.
They're excited to welcome you back and to see new faces for our Fall Movies at Falconwood! Each person in the vehicle needs a ticket. Children ages 4 and under FREE! All taxes & fees included in your ticket price. Gates 5:30 p.m. - no early arrival please - Movies at Dusk. Come Hungry! Food Trucks + Falconwood Concessions and Bar (No Outside Alcohol Allowed Please)
Ages 18+. Create your own turkey using squash and felt.
Games, activities, prizes, and storytime for toddlers, preschoolers, and their families! Costumes and trick-or-treat bags encouraged! Come anytime; a short storytime will start at 6:30. No library card or registration required.
Bubble, bubble, toil, and trouble... At this week's Teen Craft Club, they'll be making magical spell jar air fresheners! This program is for teens aged 12-18 years old.
Join for a special night of trick-or-treating on the farm at our Barnyard Boo! It’s the last Friday of the season, which means it’s also your final chance to enjoy Flannel Friday! Don’t miss this fun-filled evening to celebrate fall, grab some candy, and make memories on the farm before the season ends!
Bring your little ones for a day (or two!) of all-day trick-or-treating and activities around the museum. It’s the perfect chance for young learners to experience trick-or-treating all their own, so grab your costumes and explore the Museum in a whole new way.
Toddlers and families, come to Sump for a special storytime followed by some trick-or-treating in local downtown Papillion! Costumes encouraged.
Halloween crafts & activities at the Learning Express. Grab your friends and family and come make some memories! First come, first serve, while supplies last!
Saunders County business throw the biggest trick-or-treat event in the area. Hosted jointly between the Chamber and Saunders Medical Center this event is the ultimate event.
Join for a night of ghoulish fun as we craft, dance, and watch spooky movies. Dress to impress the dead at this Halloween party. For patrons grades 6 to 12, no library card or registration required!
La Vista Police and City staff are joining together to host Falloween at a NEW location this year. Make plans to “Back the Boo” during the City’s safe and festive Halloween celebration hosted at the La Vista Police Department. Your crew is invited to fuel up on a walking taco dinner, and then warm up with hot chocolate and s’mores—all for FREE. Whether you’re dressed in your costume or celebrating fall with family and friends, Falloween is the perfect way to kickoff your Halloween festivities.
Mark your calendars for Freaky Fun Friday, our annual Halloween bash in Centennial Park. Join the library and other local organizations for an afternoon of games, candy, and plenty of Halloween fun! The fun will take place on Friday, October 30th from 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Costumes are encouraged!
Details TBD
Trick or Treating, Bounce House, Music, Local Businesses
Midtown Trunk or Treat is back! Trunk or Treat is a beloved Midtown fall tradition! Join for this free, family-friendly event as we welcome and love our surrounding community. There will be fun trunks, food and games!
Zootacular is when Halloween comes alive at the Zoo. Explore glowing pathways, trick-or-treat stations, live entertainment, after-hours animal encounters, and unforgettable family fun after dark. Ticket sales will be available soon.
Movie Nights at the Orchard! Grab your chair, blanket & pillow and get comfy as the movie starts at dusk. No outside food/drink, but don’t worry—they’ll be open inside with all the goodies!
This October, Night Light (21+) takes you through the veil, beyond the known, and into the realms of mystery. In the season that blurs the boundaries between the living and the dead, we’re exploring underworlds, outerworlds, and the limits of human knowledge. Come in costume and be prepared for a mind-expanding evening!
Costumes are welcome at this special Halloween-themed Storytime!
Come one, come all for the most Spooktacular Storytime of the fall! Bring your costume or come as you are, and join us for a morning filled with festive stories, trick-or-treating, a scavenger hunt, crafts, and more!
Family friendly event open to the public.
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.
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