Join for a wildly good time! On Wednesday, July 15, Wildlife Encounters will take over the library with plenty of fuzzy, scaly, and crawly friends. This event is free to attend and open to everyone. Yes, adults, that means you can come too!
Wildlife Encounters
Animal ambassadors will join us for an exciting, interactive, educational program all about animals.
In the event of inclement weather this program will be moved to the Library.
3rd Annual Butterfly Release Party
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND & BIGGER THAN EVER!
Join for The 3rd Annual Butterfly Release Party
Saturday, June 13th, 2026
12:00 PM – 2PM (Starting a little later this year!)
Texas Roadhouse Amphitheater – middle of the mall
7775 Olson Drive
Papillion, NE
Last year we released over 600 butterflies into the amphitheater — and this year we’re aiming even higher! 
Bring the whole family and experience an unforgettable afternoon filled with:
Interactive Wildlife Encounter (11:30 AM – 2:30 PM)
Meet a baby kangaroo, an alligator, and so much more!
Face painting
Photo opportunities
Food
Fun activities for all ages
…and plenty of surprises!
Order your kits HERE: https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSfvJLOMtvR…/viewform…
We can’t wait to celebrate with you as we fill the sky with even more butterflies this year! 
Big Play Saturday: Petting Zoo!
Hop on by for some springtime fun! From 10:30 to 11:30, we’re turning our store into a petting zoo full of fluffy, cuddly cuteness. Bunnies, chicks, and more… Everyone will go home with a big smile and a warm heart
Toddler Tuesday: Bunny Rabbit Cuddle Puddle
Hop on by for a whole lot of cuddly cuteness! The Bunny Lady from Lambert Rabbitry is coming to town, and she’s bringing her bunnies with her! There will be a fenced-off space in the store where kids can play and pet the bunnies. Plus, we’ll have an adorable bunny-themed craft activity for them to do before they leave. Be prepared, though. Your heart WILL melt.
Big Play Saturday: Holiday Armadillo and Friends with Wildlife Encounters!
The store is going to go wild with holiday cheer! Our friends from Wildlife Encounters will be here to introduce young explorers to an adorable armadillo, plus a bunch of other amazing critters. Come and learn all about them, take some holiday pics, write your Christmas list, and discover a new appreciation for nature!
Hump Day! Camel Photos with Scatter Joy Acres
Come celebrate HUMP DAY and take a selfie with a camel from our program partners at Scatter Joy Acres! Grab a bite to eat from the 13th Street Food Truck Lane!
Critter Chat with Scatter Joy Acres
Gene Leahy Mall will feature a different animal each week! Come interact with, touch, and learn about these cute and cuddly animals.
This week’s animal will be on hand at the 11th Street Promenade east of the Performance Pavilion.
Critter Chat with Scatter Joy Acres
Gene Leahy Mall will feature a different animal each week! Come interact with, touch, and learn about these cute and cuddly animals.
This week’s animal will be on hand at the 11th Street Promenade east of the Performance Pavilion.
Critter Chat with Scatter Joy Acres
Gene Leahy Mall will feature a different animal each week! Come interact with, touch, and learn about these cute and cuddly animals.
This week’s animal will be on hand at the 11th Street Promenade east of the Performance Pavilion.