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This presentation is a beginners guide to understanding the UFO phenomena, with a specific focus on local cases and eyewitness accounts. Brian J. Corey of the Necronomicast will cover all things alien, from early reported accounts to famous cases throughout history. Brunch will be provided, so come hungry!
Is your little a messy painter? Are you looking for a cleaner way to create art? This week's sensory art project lets children explore and mix colors without the mess!
What is Oobleck? Oobleck is slime without the stretch. It is a slime that can be any color an only takes three ingredients to make. You can even make it at home! Kick off spooky season with a science activity that is sure to be a goopy good time!
As we head into fall, we're excited to announce that Tim Vala will give a presentation on Vala's Pumpkin Patch and Apple Orchard. Together we'll delve into the origins of the pumpkin patch, the planning behind a few of their newer attractions, as well as the future of this beloved Nebraska tradition.
Nebraska Wildlife Rehab will visit the library to talk about the bats native to Nebraska. This presentation includes an overview of basic bat biology, addresses myths and biases about bats, and introduces the a myriad of ways they benefit humans
Test your sleuthing skills at the library! 🕵️ Follow the clues to find hidden objects and earn stamps. Turn in a full stamp card and receive a prize! Don't worry, the fun doesn't stop there... 🔍 You can grab a new card and keep playing! This activity is aimed at children ages 6-11, but younger siblings and parents can play along too. See you there, super sleuths!
Get ready for a roaring good time! In this hands-on musical experience inspired by Dinosaurumpus!, kids become the musicians as they explore the many ways percussion instruments make sound—shaking, scraping, and striking along with the story. Guided by a staff member from the Omaha Symphony, young participants will stomp, chomp, and make music together while discovering how rhythm brings this dino-filled tale to life. Developed for preK-3rd graders, this story time will adapt well for younger kids with adult support.
Test your creativity!
Summer STEM: Exploding Creepers
Do you enjoy drawing? How about scratch art painting? Give this fun art form a try during their DIY Creative Studio, where we'll scratch out our own dinosaur art!
Ozobots are fun, miniature robots with color sensors that introduce children to basic computer programming. Children create program commands via lines and color codes for the tiny robots to complete. This class is taught by the 4-H School Enrichment program from Nebraska 4-H. Limited class size. Registration required. Call the library to register.
Summer STEM: LEGO Zipline
Summer STEM: DIY Catapult
In this DIY Creative Studio, we try painting dinosaurs with cottonballs.
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!
The floor is LAVA! Our dinosaurs have escaped extinction, but not for long... Help them get over the lava by building a path for them to escape. Make sure it's stable, or they might fall in! Can you save the dinosaurs? Visit the library on Tuesday, July 14, at 4:30PM to find out!
Did you know computers have their own language? It's called "binary" and you can learn it with beads! Stop by the library on Monday, July 13, at 3:00PM to create your own binary bracelet while learning how computers communicate.
What's your favorite dinosaur? Do you like doing STEM activities? Join for DIY Creative Studio and build your own dinosaur from the past ... or invent your own!
Join staff from Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium to learn all about one of the most amazing and important creatures of ocean - sharks. Alexis Elderts, zoo staff and former aquarist, will share stories and information about these fascinating animals and how our zoo works to protect them here and in the wild.
Join at the library on Tuesday, July 7, at 4:30PM for another STEM activity! Design a marble maze course that you can take home and use again and again.
Enjoy the fun of fireworks any time you want! Join for an explosive STEM activity at the library. Learn to make safe fireworks with things you might have in your home kitchen.
Celebrate America's 250th Birthday by painting fireworks!
Have you ever wondered how fossils are formed? Would you like to make one of your very own? Join for DIY Creative Studio, where we learn about and make our own fossils.
It's a bird, it's a plane ... no, it's Fontenelle Forest's Raptor Rescue! Join for a high-flying storytime featuring guests from the rescue.
New discoveries are hatching at the library! Join as they shape and create dinosaur discovery eggs.
Local sewist Alejandra will introduce us to the basics of sewing, hemming, and upgrading clothes to give them new life. This series is open to beginner & advanced sewists who want to try a new project, meet other enthusiasts, and share project ideas. Bring your own machine or use a library machine. (limited availability)
Local sewist Alejandra will introduce us to the basics of sewing, hemming, and upgrading clothes to give them new life. This series is open to beginner & advanced sewists who want to try a new project, meet other enthusiasts, and share project ideas. Bring your own machine or use a library machine. (limited availability)
Local sewist Alejandra will introduce us to the basics of sewing, hemming, and upgrading clothes to give them new life. This series is open to beginner & advanced sewists who want to try a new project, meet other enthusiasts, and share project ideas. Bring your own machine or use a library machine. (limited availability)
Meet the local artist behind the iconic Ralston mural located off 72nd and Main Street. Join us as we talk with Ilaamen Pelshaw about her creative style and artistic career! Brunch TBA.
Nigeria, located in West Africa, is a country with many diverse cultures! Local geography instructor, Dr. Victoria Alapo, will give an overview of her native country. Through slides and pictures, Dr. Alapo will take you on an educational and fun tour of the vibrant cultures that exist there. Get ready to travel abroad without leaving your chair! This event is free to attend and open to everyone. Brunch will be provided, so come hungry!
Ring in the New Year with us! 🎆 Littles and their families are welcome to join in on our midday celebration. Storytime will be at 11:30AM, with a countdown afterward to noon.
Test your sleuthing skills at the library! 🕵️ Follow the clues to find hidden objects and earn stamps. Turn in a full stamp card and receive a prize! Don't worry, the fun doesn't stop there... 🔍 You can grab a new card and keep playing! This activity is aimed at children ages 6-11, but younger siblings and parents can play along too. See you there, super sleuths!
Snuggle up at the library for Bedtime Stories at Baright! 🧸 We’ll be joined by guest readers from American Midwest Ballet and Mack the therapy dog. 🌛 Bring a favorite stuffie or blanket and wear your PJs!
Test your sleuthing skills at the library! 🕵️ Follow the clues to find hidden objects and earn stamps. Turn in a full stamp card and receive a prize! Don't worry, the fun doesn't stop there... 🔍 You can grab a new card and keep playing! This activity is aimed at children ages 6-11, but younger siblings and parents can play along too. See you there, super sleuths!
The American Midwest Ballet Nutcracker Storytime! Join us on Monday, November 17, at 10:30AM for a fun and interactive take on this classic holiday tale. All ages are welcome, so bring the whole family!
Something spooky is coming to story time... you! Join for a special Storytime dressed in spooky colors. (orange, purple, green, or black) Listen to fun stories and decorate a paper pumpkin to take home!
Welcome back Brian Corey of the Necronomicast podcast! Join at the library on Saturday, October 11, for a riveting history of haunting stories from the Heartland. As always, this event is free to attend and open to all! Registration is not required. Lunch will be provided. They hope to see you there!
Come join us for one last summer reading event! We'll be doing a coke and mentos explosion. We will also have guests return from the Omaha Children's Museum!
It's a bird, it's a plane ... no, it's Fontenelle Forest's Raptor Rescue! Join us for a high-flying storytime featuring guests from the rescue.
Bubbles, Bubbles, and more Bubbles! The Omaha Children's museum joins us for a special presentation of their "Amazing Bubble Show!"
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