Events

Come and discover what happens to molecules when they're put to the test! You'll see liquids become solids, soap become fluffy, and chip bags shrink, and you'll learn how molecules and chemical reactions make it all happen. It's the magic of the universe in action!

Add your creativity to the library—or your own bookshelf! In this all-ages workshop, participants will decorate clear, acrylic bookends using paint, stickers, and more. You can choose to take your finished bookend home or donate it to the library. This is a free event for all ages.

Pout Pout Fish 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.

You will be "locked" in a meeting room with puzzles, clues (and a few hints) to see if you have the smarts to figure out how to get out of our escape room! This escape room is based on the best-selling “The Last Kids on Earth” series by Max Brallier. This is a free event for kids ages 8-12.

Pout Pout Fish 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.

Let's make some music! Brains will grow and smiles will shine as kids work together to make some awesome music with Miss Kerry from @kindermusikomaha!

Fun crafts at The Learning Express.  Polar Bear Slime

Pout Pout Fish 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 us as we travel around the globe exploring music and dance! This session will feature the story "Ten Oni Drummers" by Matthew Gollub, a delightful tale about silly ogres from Japan. We'll sing, dance, drum, and more! After storytime, children will be able to explore the props and instruments featured with representatives from Circle Theatre.

In this fun DIY Card-Making Workshop you have everything you need to customize greeting cards from the heart. You will learn how to hand-cut cards from premium Bristol paper and customize for any occasion. It's easy-to-follow and a perfect outing for individuals or groups to enjoy!

Bundle up and join Keep Omaha Beautiful educators for a wintery exploration of nature’s hidden magic! We’ll begin by reading "Jayden’s Impossible Garden," a heartwarming story about a boy who finds beauty and nature in unexpected places—even in the middle of a city. After our story, we’ll head outside on a short winter nature walk to observe animal tracks, bare branches, dried seed pods, and other signs of life that often go unnoticed in the colder months. Back inside, we’ll share our discoveries and create a collaborative mural that captures the quiet beauty of Omaha’s winter landscape.

Pout Pout Fish 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.

Fun crafts at The Learning Express.  Winter Wonderland Sensory Bin

It's a PARTY at the Blackstone Theater with Big Canvas Comedy. The improv teams are all new and it's guaranteed to be a barrel of laughs. Over a dozen performers will be on stage for ONE NIGHT ONLY. Don't miss out. Family friendly.

Tea & Tiaras is a charming small-group tea party designed just for little royals. Guests will enjoy a cozy tea-time experience, a themed craft, and a special visit from Princess Ariel, presented by Fairytale Omaha. This intimate, timed event offers extra magic and memorable moments for young guests.

Pout Pout Fish 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.

The Mac & Cheese Binge celebrates a decade of deliciousness in 2026 – and you’re not going to want to miss the mac-tastic, one-day-only neighborhood-wide menu sure to satisfy your cravings. Each participating restaurant will offer $4 mac & cheese samplers, with suggested drink pairings (prices vary). Start your tasting tour anywhere you like, then visit as many restaurants as possible in any order, and cast your vote for the best mac in midtown! 

The Dragon Stone has been stolen, and Griffith and the dragons need your help to get it back! Come solve puzzles and clues to unlock a prize box before time runs out in this escape room based on the best-selling Dragon Masters series by Tracey West. All are for participants ages 6-10.

Get creative with color, texture, and imagination in this hands-on collage workshop just for kids! Participants will use paper, fabric, and found materials to design their own one-of-a-kind masterpieces while learning about shape, layering, and visual storytelling. This is a free event for children ages 8-12. Registration is required and opens Nov. 15.

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.

Bundle up and join Keep Omaha Beautiful educators for a wintery exploration of nature’s hidden magic! We’ll begin by reading "Jayden’s Impossible Garden," a heartwarming story about a boy who finds beauty and nature in unexpected places—even in the middle of a city. After our story, we’ll head outside on a short winter nature walk to observe animal tracks, bare branches, dried seed pods, and other signs of life that often go unnoticed in the colder months. Back inside, we’ll share our discoveries and create a collaborative mural that captures the quiet beauty of Omaha’s winter landscape.

Come enjoy the new Switch 2 by playing Mario Kart World, tournament style. Winners get a prize! For ages 9-18. Registration is required and can be completed below. If you wish to register more than one person for this session, refresh the page between registrations.

Have you ever wondered what the Forest looks like after the sun goes down? Now you can find out at our Full Moon Hikes! Come on an evening hike with us and experience the Forest under the light of the moon. This program will include an educational discussion of the nocturnal animals around the Forest and a brief talk about the lore of full moons. The guided hike will proceed after the discussion. After the hike, please join for a seasonal snack.

This groundbreaking exhibition reveals the untold story behind the top secret mission. Step inside a world of Cold War intrigue, cutting-edge technology, and human determination as you: - Uncover hidden history once shrouded in secrecy - See real objects from the Titanic and Ballard’s daring expedition - Explore the breakthrough innovations that made the impossible possible - Relive the emotion of one of history’s most unforgettable discoveries.