Curiosity Crew: Pumpkin Pillars
Central Library in Omaha offers 'Curiosity Crew: Pumpkin Pillars,' a free STEM class for young children focusing on gravity and building.
Today · Thursday, October 8
1 eventTomorrow · Friday, October 9
2 eventsPumpkin Decorating
Decorate pumpkins at the Central Library on Friday, October 9, from 3:00 PM. This free event is for children ages 4-12 and requires registration.
Noche de Cine: In the Heights
Metro Young Latino Professional Association (MYLPA) and the Omaha Public Library invite the community to a free outdoor screening of In the Heights (2021, PG-13) in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Directed by Jon
Tuesday, October 13
1 eventSTEAM Teens: Zen Gardens Part 1
Teens can build a 3D model for a zen garden during the first part of a two-part STEAM Teens project on Tuesday, October 13 at 4 PM at the Central Library. This is a free event requiring registration.
Wednesday, October 14
1 eventFat Bear Week Storytime
Central Library hosts a storytime celebrating bears with books and songs, followed by a craft activity where participants create binoculars to find bear-themed displays.
Thursday, October 15
1 eventCuriosity Crew: Pumpkin Pillars
Children aged two to six can participate in a hands-on STEM class to learn about gravity and construct a stable tower.
Friday, October 16
1 eventDo You Believe in Ghosts? (Adult Only)
Central Library is hosting an adult-only event where a paranormal expert will discuss Omaha's urban legends and ghost hunting techniques.
Saturday, October 17
2 eventsSpark Studio
Spark Studio is a free, hands-on STEAM program for children aged 7-12, focusing on creativity, technology, and problem-solving through interactive projects.
DIY – Bouncy Balls
Central Library is offering a free 'DIY – Bouncy Balls' event for kids aged 6-12 on Saturday, October 17th, at 3 PM, where participants will create their own bouncy balls.
Sunday, October 18
1 eventHispanic Heritage Special Storytime
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with stories, music, and movement at the Hispanic Heritage Special Storytime at the Central Library in Omaha on Sunday, October 18, at 10:30 AM.
Wednesday, October 21
2 eventsTeen Hangout: Spooky Diamond Painting
Add some sparkle to your spooky season with diamond painting at the library! Create your own dazzling keychain, magnet or drink coaster while swapping paranormal stories with others or listening to eerie tales from our s
Spooky Diamond Painting (Teens)
Teens ages 13-18 can create sparkling Halloween-themed keychains, magnets, or coasters with diamond painting at the library. Registration is required for this free event.
Thursday, October 22
1 eventCuriosity Crew: Pumpkin Pillars
Curiosity Crew is a hands-on STEM class for children under the age of six! Each month we cover a science topic and complete an activity or art project associated with that concept. This month, we’re learning about gravit
Friday, October 23
1 eventStories After Dark: Scary Stories (Adults)
Join OPL for a fun storytelling event for adults! Experience compelling narratives and diverse perspectives in a vibrant atmosphere. The West entrance doors open at 6:45 p.m. for refreshments and mingling. Spine-chilling
Monday, October 26
1 eventTeen Hangout: Spooky Diamond Painting
Add some sparkle to your spooky season with diamond painting at the library! Create your own dazzling keychain, magnet or drink coaster while swapping paranormal stories with others or listening to eerie tales from our s
Tuesday, October 27
1 eventSTEAM Teens: Zen Gardens Part 1
Is the start of the school year stressing you out? Have you wanted to start a larger 3D design project? October’s STEAM Teens’ project is the perfect place to start! The October and November STEAM teens will be two parts
Wednesday, October 28
1 eventMona Awad Author Visit
Omaha Public Library is pleased to host Mona Awad as part of the University of Nebraska at Omaha’s Fall Writer’s Workshop Reading Series. Mona Awad is the New York Times bestselling author of the novels “ Rouge ,” “ All’
Thursday, October 29
2 eventsCuriosity Crew: Pumpkin Pillars
Curiosity Crew is a hands-on STEM class for children under the age of six! Each month we cover a science topic and complete an activity or art project associated with that concept. This month, we’re learning about gravit
Beginning Drawing
Discover the basics of drawing in this beginner-friendly class led by artist Yulia Brynskikh. Participants will learn foundational techniques using simple tools such as pencils while exploring line, shading, and observat
Saturday, October 31
1 eventSpooktacular at OPL Central
Come one, come all for the most Spooktacular Storytime of the fall! Bring your costume or come as you are, and join us for a morning filled with festive stories, trick-or-treating, a scavenger hunt, crafts, and more! Thi
Sunday, November 1
1 eventOpening Hana’s Suitcase: A Conversation with Lara Brady
Join special guest Lara Brady, niece of Hana Brady, for a community conversation exploring the true story behind Hana’s Suitcase . The story follows the intertwined journeys of Fumiko Ishioka, a museum curator in Tokyo i
Wednesday, November 4
1 eventTeen Hangout: Manga Party
Calling all manga fans! Hang out, read, chat, and geek out over your favorite manga while making fun, manga-inspired crafts. Join for a teen-only hangout where you can dive into crafts, try out games, explore cool hobbie
Thursday, November 5
1 eventCuriosity Crew: LEGOs
Curiosity Crew is a hands-on STEM class for children under the age of six! Each month we cover a science topic and complete an activity or art project associated with that concept. We’re learning about engineering and mo
Saturday, November 7
1 eventSpark Studio
Spark Studio is a hands-on STEAM program for kids where creativity meets technology. Through fun challenges and interactive projects, participants build, design, and explore while developing problem-solving skills and co
Tuesday, November 10
1 eventSTEAM Teens: Zen Gardens Part 2
Get ready to see your hard work pay off in the second part of STEAM Teens: Zen Gardens! In the second half of this two part series, we will be printing the objects you designed in Tinkercad. The first session was all abo
Wednesday, November 11
1 eventIntro to Machine Sewing: Tote Bag
Never used a sewing machine? Always wanted to try it? We have the class for you! Introduction to Machine Sewing at the Omaha Public Library is a two hour hands-on class to learn the basics of sewing and create a simple p
Thursday, November 12
2 eventsCuriosity Crew: LEGOs
Curiosity Crew is a hands-on STEM class for children under the age of six! Each month we cover a science topic and complete an activity or art project associated with that concept. We’re learning about engineering and mo
Storytime with The Rose Theater
Lil Rosies Teaching Artist, Chloe Hug, from The Rose Theater will be visiting to lead an interactive reading of a book about Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. Children and families will get to enjoy the story, participate