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.
Home Depot Kids Workshop: Excavator
Join the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last.
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
- 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
- Music by Ron Cisar
- Video presentations on the Joy Creek Major archaeological site & Coralville Lake’s Devonian Fossil Gorge
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!
All Hallows Eve Festival
This year’s annual All Hallows Eve Festival at Botna Bend promises fun for the entire family including hayrack rides, cookie decorating, hot dogs, and trick or treating! The public is invited to participate in fun fall activities hosted by Botna Bend Park staff and campers.
Public Events Details:
A $3 per vehicle entry fee or Pottawattamie Conservation membership is required to enter the park if you are not camping. Free will donations will be gratefully accepted and used to fund additional free and low-cost public programming at your county parks.
The following events will take place in the South Campground Pavilion:
- 4:00-5:00 p.m. | Chili Feed
- 5:00-5:30 p.m. | Cookie Decorating
- 5:30-6:00 p.m. | Kids and Adults Costume Contest
- 6:00-7:30 | Hayrack Rides & Trick or Treating
Middle Campground
- GaGa Ball
Best Decorated Campsite Details:
Best Decorated campsite for registered campers only will be Saturday, October 4th. Judging will be after dark, and awards will be presented for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place at the lodge at 8:30 p.m.
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.
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