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Midtown Pup Crawl & Treat Trail

Midtown Pup Crawl & Treat Trail, presented by Bloc Fitness
Sunday, October 4
3-5pm
Patios of participating Midtown Crossing establishments
Costumes encouraged. Patios waiting. Tails wagging!
Dress your pup in their best costume and head to Midtown Crossing for the inaugural Midtown Pup Crawl & Treat Trail, presented by Bloc Fitness.
🐾 Pick up an Event “Pawsport”
🐾 Explore participating establishments and event booths, while collecting treats for your dog and stamps for your Pawsport
🐾 Put your pup in the spotlight with the Costume Contest and Photo Booth hosted by Long Dog Fat Cat
🐾 Enjoy All Day Happy Hour on the patios of participating establishments
See you for a Sunday afternoon designed for dogs and the humans who love them!
Special thanks to presenting sponsor Bloc Fitness.

Apple Tasting

They have a new batch of apples to taste and rate this year, generously donated by Vala’s Apple Orchard! Come for fresh fruit and lots of other fun for the whole family!  Drop in anytime. No library card or registration required.

3D Self Portraits

How do you see yourself?  Use simple supplies to create a portrait that jumps off the page!  For Grades K-5.

Dragons Love Tacos Theater Workshop with the Rose

Kids Ages 3-Grade 1 are invited to explore the world of theater through the story of Dragons Love Tacos, guided by a Rose Theater educator!  A grownup is required to stay in the building.  No library card or registration required.

NOTE: This event takes place at the Gretna United Methodist Church, 11457 S. 204th St.

Boredom Busters: Whiteboard Pictionary

The second and fourth Tuesday after school stop by the library for a fun activity. Snacks provided. For ages 8-12.

Tuesday, September 9 — 3:30 p.m.
Perler Bead Crafts

Tuesday, September 23 — 3:30 p.m.
Whiteboard Pictionary

Boredom Busters: Perler Bead Crafts

The second and fourth Tuesday after school stop by the library for a fun activity. Snacks provided. For ages 8-12.

Tuesday, September 9 — 3:30 p.m.
Perler Bead Crafts

Tuesday, September 23 — 3:30 p.m.
Whiteboard Pictionary

Apple Festival Preschool Party

Littles and their grownups are invited to join us for this hour of fun themed play! Celebrate the harvest season with a delightful array of books, crafts, activities and plenty of apples.

Bison Fest at Botna Bend

In honor of National Bison Day, come visit our bison herd out at Botna Bend Park and learn more about this magnificent species and the conservation efforts that help protect them.

Swing by between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. for fun, family-friendly activities, including:

  • Botna Bend’s live bison herd
  • Atlatl throwing
  • Bison wool spinning
  • Flint knapping
  • Hay rack rides
  • Bison artifacts
  • Food by The Feed Trough
  • Crafts
  • Fossils
  • Video presentations on the Joy Creek Major archaeological site
  • Union Pacific Railroad Museum: Learn about the history of bison and the railroad
  • The Nature Conservancy: Learn about the symbiotic relationship between bison and the prairie
  • Native American Woodwork by Shawn Renshaw
  • Music by Ron Cisar

This event is free with a $3 park entry fee or an annual permit and will be held RAIN or SHINE. We’ll see you there!

Pinecone Pals at Two Rivers SRA

Join at Two Rivers State Recreation Area for Pinecone Pals on Saturday, Sept. 13. Learn about different ways that seeds are distributed and explore their unique characteristics. Check out some seed samples and be creative as you craft with pinecones. Stop by the pavilion east of the caboose park anytime between 1 and 4 p.m.

This all-ages activity is free and open to the public. A valid Nebraska state park vehicle permit is required for park entry.