Summer Program Guide by Omaha Public Library

2012

Summer Reading Program June 1â&#x20AC;&#x201C;July 31

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Locations W. Dale Clark Main Library 215 S. 15th St. | 402.444.4800

Milton R. Abrahams Branch 5111 N. 90th St. | 402.444.6284

Benson Branch 6015 Binney St. | 402.444.4846

Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch 2100 Reading Plz. | 402.289.4367

Florence Branch 2920 Bondesson St. | 402.444.5299

Millard Branch 13214 Westwood Ln. | 402.444.4848

Prizes

Saddlebrook Branch 14850 Laurel Ave. | 402.884.7473

A.V. Sorensen Branch 4808 Cass St. | 402.444.5274

South Omaha Library 2808 Q St. | 402.444.4850

W. Clarke Swanson Branch 9101 W. Dodge Rd. | 402.444.4852

Charles B. Washington Branch 2868 Ames Ave. | 402.444.4849

Willa Cather Branch 1905 S. 44th St. | 402.444.4851

Kids’ & Teens’ Prizes

Read or listen to 10 books, audiobooks, magazines or kits; OR read or listen for four hours. Get a prize or drawing entry for each set of 10 items or four hours read.

Prize 1 – Keychain wallet or messenger bag Prize 2 – Coupon sheet Prize 3 – Storm Chasers vouchers (for 8/5 or 8/6) & 1 CoCo Key voucher (exp. 10/28/12) Prize 4 – Drawing entry for a gift card

Teens’ Program

Adults’ Program

Kids’ Program

Read or listen to three books, audiobooks or magazines. Get a prize or drawing entry for each set of three you read.

For every three books you read, you will be entered to win gift certificates and memberships to area entertainment venues.

Track your reading online. For complete details visit omahalibrary.org.

Don’t miss the SRP Kickoff Parties!

Sat | June 2 | 10 am–6 pm | All Locations W. Dale Clark Main Library party will be held on June 1 at 10 am

Table of Contents Acting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Animals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Arts & Crafts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Beauty & Style. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Book Clubs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6 Clowns & Balloons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Community Involvement. . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Computers & Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Fitness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Food & Cooking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Games. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10 Genealogy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Health & Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11

Language & Culture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Life Skills. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Lock-Ins. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Magic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Movie Days. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13 Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Photography. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Picnics & Parties. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Puppets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15 Science & Exploration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Storytimes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-16 Talent Contests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Theater & Storytelling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Writing & Poetry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Summer Reading Program June 1– July 31 For complete program descriptions and registration information, visit omahalibrary.org.

Acting

Learn About Reptiles

Beginning Acting† Take center stage and join Miss Paige for theater games, mime, skits and an intro to using the microphone. Limit 20 Thurs | July 12 – Millard Branch 10:30 am – Grades 1-3 11:30 am – Grades 4-6

Teen Impromptu Acting† Grades 6-12 Students from Millard South will show you how to act without prompting or a script. Limit 50 Thurs | July 19 | 2 pm – Millard Branch

Animals Animals of the Night Wildlife Encounters will shine light on animals that live in the shadows of the night. Thurs | June 28 11:30 am – Swanson Branch 1:30 pm – Benson Branch 3:30 pm – Willa Cather Branch

Farm Animal Fun Check out Tracey Jones and her four-legged, web-footed and 4-H friends from the farm. Wed | July 18 | 10:30 am – Saddlebrook Branch

Kids’ Programs

Teen Programs

Get hands-on experience with the reptiles and amphibians of Nebraska and learn about their habits and habitats. Presented by Pam Cheever

of the Douglas County Extension.

Magical Paradise Animal Show Magical Paradise Exotic Farm will bring sugar gliders, snakes, lizards, geckos and more! Tues | June 12 1 pm – Main Library 3:30 pm – Abrahams Branch

Reptiles Up Close & Personal† Grades 7-12

Learn about reptiles and see them live and up close with world-traveling herpetologist and author David Nieves. Limit 40 Tues | June 26 | 2 pm – Abrahams Branch

Adult Programs

All Ages

Arts & Crafts Angry Birds Craft† Participate in a fun craft based on the hit game “Angry Birds.” Limit 25 Tues | June 12 | 3 pm – Willa Cather Branch

Dream Globes†

HardWEAR

Use your imagination to sculpt your very own clay creation. Thurs | July 5 | 1 pm – Sorensen Branch Limit 15 Fri | July 13 | 2 pm – Saddlebrook Branch

Turn an ordinary jar into a dream globe. Thurs | June 7 | 1:30 pm – Millard Branch

Make beautiful jewelry with everyday hardware like nuts, bolts, wires and screws. Thurs | July 5 | 2 pm – Washington Branch

Fri | July 20 | 2 pm – Saddlebrook Branch

Illustration†

Limit 12

Learn traditional book binding techniques from UNO Librarian Marvel Maring and create your own journal using a variety of materials. Limit 15 Sat | July 28 | Noon – Saddlebrook Branch

Beginning Drawing† Join Miss Paige for tips on using various media such as crayon, pencil, markers and papers. Limit 20 Thurs | July 19 – Millard Branch 10:30 am – Grades 1-3 1:30 pm – Grades 4-6

Between the Quilts Hear local experts talk about quilting and share examples of their work. Fri | June 22 | 3:30 pm – Washington Branch

Books Into Art† Sue Kalicki, art teacher at Bryan High School, will show you how to transform, alter and creatively repurpose a book. Limit 20 Tues | July 17 | 6 pm – Millard Branch

Candyland Craft† Join us for a fun craft based on a favorite childhood game. Limit 25 Wed | July 11 | 3 pm – Willa Cather Branch

Cartooning† Grades 5-12 Wendy Summers, co-owner and art director of Rhythm & Hues Studio, will share tips and tricks for developing dynamic characters and adding excitement to story lines. Fri | June 29 | 2 pm – Elkhorn Branch Limit 20 Wed | July 18 | 2 pm – Millard Branch Limit 40 Thurs | July 19 | 2 pm – Saddlebrook Branch Limit 20

Turn small scraps of leather and bits of book pages into mini books to be wired onto a chain. Limit 20 Sat | June 23 | Noon – Saddlebrook Branch

Crocheting for Beginners† Learn the basics of crocheting. Bring your own supplies or use some of the Library’s. Limit 12 Saturdays | June 23 & 30 | 1 pm Sorensen Branch

Death Masks From History† Design and create a death mask based on a historical figure. Limit 15 Thurs | July 26 | 1 pm – Sorensen Branch

Design a T-Shirt!† Design your own T-shirt using fabric paint. Fri | June 8 | 4 pm – South Omaha Library

D.I.Y. Aromatherapy†

Teen Programs

Dream Pillows† Fill a pillow with soothing herbs to make a relaxing headrest. Limit 12 Fri | July 6 | 2 pm – Saddlebrook Branch

Dream Castle† Grades 4-6

Kids’ Crafts

Build your dreams using glue, sand, glitter and scissors. Limit 15 Thurs | June 28 | 1:30 pm – Millard Branch

Make a different take-home craft each day. Tuesdays (except June 5) at 2 pm Florence Branch† Limit 20 Wednesdays (except July 4) at 10:30 am Swanson Branch Wednesdays | June 20 & July 25 | 2 pm Washington Branch Fridays | June 15 & July 13 | 1 pm Sorensen Branch† Limit 15

Duct Tape It!† Grades 5-12 Learn how to make various duct tape creations like a wallet, pencil case, flower or iPod case! Limit 12 Fri | July 27 | 2 pm – Saddlebrook Branch

Kite Making for Teens† Grades 6-12

Florence Fiber Arts†

Dream Big Plaque† Ages 7-11

Get Crafty @ Your Library

Dream Catcher Craft† Make your own dream catcher and capture only good dreams to keep in mind. Thurs | June 14 | 1:30 pm – Millard Branch Grades 4-6 | Limit 15

Fri | June 15 | 2 pm – Saddlebrook Branch Grades 5-12 | Limit 12

Thurs | July 26 | 2 pm – South Omaha Library

Adult Programs

All Ages

Ink-Stamped Totes† Grades 5-12

Wed | July 25 | 6:30 pm – Saddlebrook Branch Adults

Pamper yourself with two different aromatherapy crafts – lavender spheres and bath salts! Limit 15 Sat | June 2 | 2 pm – Washington Branch

Create your own plaque with a quote that will always inspire you to Dream Big. Limit 25 Thurs | June 7 | 2 pm – South Omaha Library

Join Russ Harper to learn about drawing cartoon illustrations for a book. Limit 20 Tues | July 10 | 6 pm – Millard Branch Make a custom stamped tote bag. We’ll use freezer paper to transfer designs onto plain bags with ink. Limit 12 Fri | June 29 | 2 pm – Saddlebrook Branch

Grades 5-12

Bring your spinning wheel (or knitting, crocheting, sewing or quilting) and join other like-minded creatives. Limit 20 Saturdays | June 9 & July 14 | 10 am Florence Branch

Ages 7-11 | Limit 25

Kids’ Programs

Grades 4-6 | Limit 15

Grades 5-12 | Limit 12

Create a Book Pendant†

Art of Book Making†

Clay Sculpting† Grades 5-12

Craft, chat and get inspired by fellow crafters! Bring your knitting, crocheting, scrapbooking or whatever you enjoy. Wednesdays | June 13 & July 11 | 6 pm Saddlebrook Branch

Glow-in-the-Dark Crafts† Grades 6-12 Design your own bandana (June 21) or light switch plate (July 19) with glow-in-the-dark paint. Limit 20 Thursdays | June 21 & July 19 | 1 pm Sorensen Branch

†Registration Required

Have fun assembling, decorating and flying a kite at Memorial Park! Limit 18 Thurs | June 14 | 1 pm – Sorensen Branch

Make a Monster Make creepy creatures in a variety of monstermaking crafts. Thurs | July 19 | 2 pm – Washington Branch

Make a Piñata† Help us create a piñata out of papier-mâché and decorate it to celebrate the last Saturday of the Summer Reading Program! Limit 25 Tues & Wed | July 24 & 25 | 3 pm Willa Cather Branch

Make Sense of Scents† Learn how scents can enhance experiences and relaxation and make a sachet to take with you. Limit 20 Sat | July 28 | 1 pm – Sorensen Branch

Programs subject to change...visit omahalibrary.org for updates.

Make Your Own Hacky Sack† Grades 6-12 | Limit 15

Beauty & Style

Thurs | June 7 | 1 pm – Sorensen Branch

Henna for Teens† Grades 6-12

Memory Box Magic† Ages 16+

Design and apply your own henna tattoo. Thurs | June 28 | 1 pm – Sorensen Branch

Connie Cajka will help you create your own memory box using a cigar box, paper, fabric and metal pieces. Limit 12 Tues | June 26 | 6:30 pm – Elkhorn Branch

Memory Craft† Make a take-home game of memory. Limit 25 Tues | July 17 | 3 pm – Willa Cather Branch

Night Owls Crafts† Grades 1-3 | Limit 20 Tuesdays at 6:30 pm – Millard Branch July 10 – Wishing star and paper lantern July 17 – Firefly ornament or necklace July 24 – Shooting star ball

Pop-Up Books† Learn several basic pop-up structures and design your own pop-up card and envelope as Marvel Maring presents a history of movable books. Limit 20 Tues | July 31 | 6 pm – Millard Branch

Potion Bottle Necklace† Grades 5-12 Make a potion bottle necklace perfect for warding off spirits of the night. Limit 12 Fri | June 22 | 2 pm – Saddlebrook Branch

Project Accessory: Bracelets† Grades 7-12

Create a biographical bracelet that shows off your personality. Limit 15 Fri | July 13 | 1 pm – Millard Branch

Quilting Between the Covers The Omaha Quilters’ Guild Helping Hands Committee will discuss the history of quilting and the types of materials used and help you create a small quilting sample. Tues | July 31 | 6 pm – South Omaha Library

Recycled Book Craft† Learn how to turn a book into a purse. Limit 15 Sat | July 7 | 3 pm – Washington Branch 4

Kids’ Programs

Teen Programs

Limit 15

Fri | July 13 | 4 pm – South Omaha Library

Scrapbooking Class† Create a scrapbooking page! Bring pictures and anything else you want to add. We’ll provide the other supplies. Tues | July 3 | 6 pm – Millard Branch Limit 20 Sun | July 22 | 1 pm – Main Library Limit 15

Sidewalk Chalk Art Join us in decorating the sidewalks around the Library! Thursdays | June 21 & July 26 | 10:30 am Swanson Branch

Splatter Painting† Grades 5-12 Drip, splatter and pour paint to make a unique work of art. Limit 12 Fri | June 8 | 2 pm – Saddlebrook Branch

Star Wars Craft† Limit 25 Tues | June 5 | 3 pm – Willa Cather Branch

Make-Up for Teens Grades 7-12 Professional regional make-up artist Sherry Bennett shares make-up and skin care tips. Thurs | June 14 | 2 pm – Abrahams Branch† Limit 25

Thurs | June 21 | 2 pm – Washington Branch

Personal Color Analysis† Learn which colors complement your hair, eyes and complexion. The class also offers skin care and cosmetic suggestions. Limit 10 Tues | June 12 | 6:30 pm – Elkhorn Branch Mon | June 18 Teens & Sat | June 30 Adults 2 pm – Abrahams Branch

Summer Pampering Pamper yourself with free facial masks and hand massages! Fri | July 13 | 4 pm – Washington Branch

Teen Hair Care† Grades 6-12

Teen Crafts† Make your own summer accessories. Limit 15 Wednesdays | June 6 & 20 and July 11 | 2 pm Florence Branch

Clarice Zomer from Capitol School of Hairstyling will provide hair care tips and models will demonstrate various styles of hair. Limit 90 Wed | June 20 | 3 pm – Millard Branch

Teen Manga† Grades 6-12

Teen Nail Care† Grades 6-12

Hang out and draw manga with us! Refreshments will be provided. Limit 50 Sat | June 9 | 2 pm – Millard Branch

Wed | July 18 | 3 pm – Willa Cather Branch

Clarice Zomer from Capitol School of Hairstyling will show and evaluate products for nails, provide information about ingredients and trends in nails and demonstrate manicures/ pedicures. Limit 50 Thurs | June 14 | 3 pm – Millard Branch

Tie-Dye Craft† Grades 7-12

Teen Skin Care & Cosmetics†

Tic-Tac-Toe Craft† Limit 25

Bring a plain prewashed white T-shirt and join us outside to create a wearable work of art using tie-dye techniques. Weather permitting. Limit 20

Fri | June 8 | 1 pm – Millard Branch

Adult Programs

All Ages

Grades 6-12

Staff from Clinique cosmetics at Oakview Mall will show you how to apply cosmetics and color to enhance your appearance. Limit 50 Tues | June 12 | 2 pm – Millard Branch

†Registration Required

Book Clubs

Please call the Library for book selections.

50+ Saddlebrook Book Club Tuesdays | June 5 & July 3 | 10:30 am Saddlebrook Branch

Benson Mystery Book Club Tuesdays | June 12 & July 10 | 6:30 pm Benson Branch

Book Party!† Tell about your favorite book, but don’t give away the ending! We’ll email the list of books to all participants to share ideas for summer reading. Limit 20 Sat | June 16 | 2 pm – Abrahams Branch

Elkhorn Book Discussion Group Thurs | June 7 | 1:30 pm – Elkhorn Branch

Diva Sistaz Book Club Saturdays | June 23 & July 28 | 3 pm Washington Branch

Homeschool Book Discussion†

Grades 1-6 | Limit 20 and Grades 6-12 | Limit 25

Thursdays | June 28 & July 26 | 2 pm Millard Branch

HisMys Book Club† Saturdays | June 9 & July 14 | 10:30 am Sorensen Branch

Lil’ Divas Book Club Saturdays | June 16 & July 21 | 3 pm Washington Branch

Mother-Daughter Book Club Saturdays at Millard Branch Teens & Adults June 16 | 4:30 pm & July 21 | 3:30 pm Sundays | June 24 & July 29 | 4 pm Abrahams Branch Grades 4-6 & Adults

Plains Pages Book Club Saturdays | June 16 & July 21 | 1 pm Sorensen Branch

Programs subject to change...visit omahalibrary.org for updates.

Read What You Want Book Club Mondays | June 25 & July 23 | 4:30 pm Washington Branch

Sister 2 Sister Book Club Saturdays | June 9 & July 14 | 1 pm Washington Branch

Sorensen Readers Book Club Saturdays | June 2 & July 7 | 1 pm Sorensen Branch

Swanson Branch Third Wednesday Book Club Panera Bread, 7825 Dodge St. Wednesdays | June 20 & July 18 | 6 pm

Thursday Night Book Club Thursdays | June 28 & July 26 | 6:30 pm Saddlebrook Branch

Twilight Book Club Grades 5-12 Saturdays | June 16 & 30 and July 7 & 21 2 pm – Saddlebrook Branch

Under the Dundee Sun Book Club Tuesdays | June 5 & July 3 | 4:30 pm Sorensen Branch

Wednesday Night Book Club

Own the Party with Balloons Grades 7-12

Learn how to blow up, tie and twist balloons into swords, hats, dogs and more with Donna Trout, aka Rainbow Trout the Clown. Fri | June 8 | 1:30 pm – Elkhorn Branch Wed | June 13 | 3 pm – South Omaha Library† Limit 25

Tues | July 17 | 1 pm – Abrahams Branch† Limit 25

Poppin’ Penelope Enjoy Poppin’ Penelope’s show filled with humor, fun and fantastic balloon creations. Wed | June 6 | 3 pm – Willa Cather Branch Thurs | June 7 | 1 pm – Swanson Branch

Whodunnit Mystery Book Club

Community Involvement

Wed | June 13 | 7 pm – Florence Branch

Red Cross Blood Donation Event

Wednesdays | June 20 & July 18 | 6:30 pm Saddlebrook Branch

Willa Cather Book Club Tuesdays | June 26 & July 24 | 6:30 pm Willa Cather Branch

Women & Finance Book Club Tuesdays | June 12 & July 10 | 6:30 pm Florence Branch

Young Professionals Book Club Sat | June 30 | 3 pm – South Omaha Library 6

Kids’ Programs

Teen Programs

Schedule an appointment to donate blood. Call the American Red Cross at 1-800-733-2767, or visit redcrossblood.org. Mondays | June 25 & July 23 | 1 pm Millard Branch

SRP Volunteer Training† Grades 5-12 Gain real world skills, help your community and have fun while you’re at it! Limit 50 Thurs | June 14 | 3:30 pm – Saddlebrook Branch

Adult Programs

All Ages

Teen Advisory Board

Kindle eReader Basics†

Help plan programs, develop the collection and talk about what you would like to see happen at your library.

Learn how to use your Kindle to download free eBooks from the Library’s catalog. Limit 10 Thurs | June 21 | 6 pm – Abrahams Branch

Saturdays at Millard Branch† Limit 25 June 16 | 3:30 pm & July 21 | 2 pm

Share and Store Digital Photos†

Wednesday | June 27 & July 25 | 5 pm Willa Cather Branch Thursdays | June 28 & July 26 | 4 pm Main Library

Learn how to use photo sharing websites and applications to share, store, edit and print photos. Limit 6 Sat | July 14 | Noon – Saddlebrook Branch

Sat | July 14 | 2 pm – Sorensen Branch†

Working With Your Digital Photos†

This event is a pizza party for members who have attended at least one meeting during the school year.

Learn how to upload photographs to a computer and discuss the basics of photo editing using free software. Limit 10 Sat | June 16 | 3 pm – Washington Branch

Computers & Technology Fitness Computer Basics† Learn how to use the mouse and keyboard, navigate the Start menu, open and close programs and use desktop shortcuts. Limit 6 Fridays | June 15 & July 20 | 11 am Saddlebrook Branch

Email Basics for Older Adults† Create a personal web-based email account. Compose, send and receive email. Limit 6 Fri | June 1 | 11 am – Saddlebrook Branch

Facebook Basics† Learn how to sign up for and navigate this popular social networking site. Limit 6 Wed | June 20 | 6:30 pm – Saddlebrook Branch

Internet Basics†

Fit Club† Try out yoga, do strength training, aerobics and balance games. Limit 15 Sat | June 2 & July 7 | 2 pm – Sorensen Branch

Tai Chi with Betty Morar† Practice movements involving weight-bearing and non-weight-bearing stances, good body alignment and coordinated movements conducted in a continuous, circular and flowing motion. Wednesdays & Fridays through June 22 3:30 pm – Swanson Branch

Yoga for Teens† Grades 5-12 Stretch, bend and free your mind as you learn about basic yoga poses. Limit 20 Thurs | June 7 | 2 pm – Willa Cather Branch

Learn about ISPs, how to navigate the Internet, how to change page views and how to judge the accuracy of Internet sites. Limit 6 Fri | July 6 | 11 am – Saddlebrook Branch

Zumba for Adults†

Microsoft Word Basics†

Get your family moving in Tiba’s Zumba class! Zumba combines Latin and international music with a fun and effective workout system. Mondays at 6 pm – Washington Branch

Practice editing, formatting and saving a document and more. Limit 6 Tues | July 24 | 6:30 pm – Saddlebrook Branch

†Registration Required

Try Zumba on our XBox 360 Kinect. Limit 12 Saturdays at 10:30 am – Sorensen Branch

Zumba with Tiba!

Programs subject to change...visit omahalibrary.org for updates.

Food & Cooking Cooking for Teens† Learn how to make your own homemade tortillas and salsa. Limit 12 Thurs | July 12 | 1 pm – Sorensen Branch

Early Americana Cooking Demo  Celebrate Independence Day through food! Local nonprofit No More Empty Pots will share historic recipes and provide samples. Sat | June 23 | 1 pm – Washington Branch

Food Fear Factor† Grades 5-12 Challenge yourself to see how much gross and freaky food you can stomach! Thurs | June 21 | 6 pm – Saddlebrook Branch Limit 10

Fri | June 29 | 1 pm – Millard Branch Limit 20

Herb Garden Mixology†

Bring your favorite board game to share or use one of the Library’s games. Sat | July 28 | All day – Sorensen Branch

Card Game Time Play a variety of card games with your friends! Sat | June 30 | 2 pm – Sorensen Branch

Competitions Compete at stacking, jumping, catching and throwing. Thurs | June 28 | 1 pm – Main Library

Crazy Architecture & Competitions

Learn how to make your own herb-infused simple syrups! Recipe ideas, inspiration and samples will be provided. Limit 15 Sat | July 14 | 4 pm – Washington Branch

Midnight Snacks

Game Time Ages 6-8 (with a parent) Ages 9-12 (with or without a parent)

Games

Play one of our video games on either Wii, XBox 360 or PlayStation 2 and enjoy a variety of board and card games. Saturdays | June 30 & July 28 | 2 pm Millard Branch

Angry Birds Competition† Grades 6-12

Game Time

Bring your electronic device with the Angry Birds Rio version and see who can win the most games. Prizes will be awarded. Limit 50 Tues | July 10 | 2 pm – Millard Branch

Kids’ Programs

Teen Programs

Use your imagination to build anything you want with Legos. A snack will be provided. Wednesdays | June 6 & 20 and July 11 & 25 4:30 pm – Sorensen Branch

Board Game Day

Start building big things out of small things like bottle caps, spools of thread and washers. We’ll also try to set records for stacking, jumping, catching and throwing. Tues | June 26 | 10:30 am – Main Library

Learn to cook some of your favorite snacks. Thurs | July 26 | 1 pm – Main Library

Lego Club

Choose from a variety of video, computer and board games. Refreshments will be provided. Wednesdays at 3 pm – Washington Branch Wed | June 27 | 4 pm – South Omaha Library† Thurs | July 5 | 6 pm – Saddlebrook Branch† Limit 15

Fridays at 2 pm – Willa Cather Branch Fri | June 22 & July 20 | 6 pm – South Omaha Library† A signed parental permission form is

required.

Fri | July 6 | 4 pm – South Omaha Library† Sat | June 2 & July 7 | 2 pm – Millard Branch† Limit 50

Adult Programs

All Ages

Minute to Win It† Grades 6-12 Game Time Try your hand at Wii Games or Xbox 360 games. Dance, bowl or go on a wilderness adventure. Fri | June 15 | 3 pm – Main Library

Game Time at Benson Branch Grab your friends and family and drop in for board games, Legos and video games galore! Fridays | June 15 & July 13 | 1:30 pm

Game Time at Sorensen Branch Saturdays at 2 pm June 9 – Michael Jackson: The Experience June 23 – Kinect Sports July 21 – Super Smash Bros. Brawl

Get a Clue Mystery† Age 21+ Participate in this live version of “Clue” to help solve the mystery. Limit 40 Fri | June 15 | 6:30 pm – Sorensen Branch

Get Wordy at Your Library† Get together with fellow wordsmiths for a word showdown! Bring or borrow a game of Scrabble or Bananagrams. Please bring your own lunch to this brown bag event. Iced tea and water will be provided. Limit 40 Thursdays at 11:30 am – Millard Branch

Gondola Ride† Take a gondola ride in Heartland of America Park, play games and have a snack. Limit 35 Thurs | July 19 | 1 pm – Main Library

Juvie Game Night† Ages 7-11 Play computer games, video games and more! Refreshments will be served. A signed parental

permission form is required. Limit 25

Fridays | June 29 & July 27 | 6 pm South Omaha Library

†Registration Required

Compete at 10 or more stations for 60 seconds and complete a fun game or task. Limit 50 Wed | June 13 | 2 pm – Millard Branch

Monopoly Tournament† Grades 6-12 Join us for a marathon game of Monopoly. Prizes will be awarded. Please bring your own Monopoly game. Limit 50 Tues | July 24 | 2 pm – Millard Branch

Scrabble Join us for fun with this classic board game. Thursdays at 1 pm – Sorensen Branch

Spoons Tournament† Grades 6-12 Compete to see if you can win a prize! Limit 12 Sat | June 16 | 1 pm – Sorensen Branch

Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament† Top winners will receive a prize. Snacks will be provided. Fri | June 15 | 4 pm – South Omaha Library Wed | June 27 | 2 pm – Millard Branch Limit 60

Twilight Trivia Challenge Grades 7-12 Just how well do you know Edward, Jacob and Bella? Test your expertise in our “Twilight” trivia challenge. Prizes will be awarded. Limit 20 Fri | June 15 | 1 pm – Millard Branch

Twister Tournament† Grades 6-12 Bring a Twister game and compete for prizes. Refreshments will be provided. Limit 60 Mon | July 9 | 2 pm – Millard Branch

Water Competition† Grades 6-12 Bring your water gun and balloons and your friends and join in our competition outside the Library. Limit 50 Mon | July 23 | 2 pm – Millard Branch

Programs subject to change...visit omahalibrary.org for updates.

Wii Play Grades 4-12 “DJ Hero,” “Mario Kart,” “Rock Band,” “Guitar Hero”... we’ll play a different game each night! Tuesdays & Wednesdays – Benson Branch June 12, 13 & 27 and July 10 & 11 | 6 pm

Wii Sports Olympics Tournament† Grades 6-12

Compete for prizes by playing tennis, baseball, golf, boxing and bowling. Refreshments will be provided. Limit 50 Wed | July 25 | 2 pm – Millard Branch

Zombies vs. Vampires Take a fun personality quiz to see if you’re more of a zombie or a vampire and play games to “Own the Night.” Thurs | June 7 | 2 pm – Washington Branch

A brief overview of genealogy organization and storage ideas, general information on computer programs, writing/publishing a family history and sharing information with others on-line or via good old-fashioned printed material. Limit 50 Sat | July 14 | 2 pm – Main Library

Millard Branch Limit 25 Mondays | June 4 & July 9 | 10:30 am

Sat | July 7 | 2 pm – Swanson Branch

Safety Rocks

South Omaha Library Wed | July 25 | 10:30 am Willa Cather Branch Limit 15 Tues | June 12 | 10:30 am

Self-Defense† Grades 7-12

Basic Self-Defense† Ages 4-12 Learn basic self-defense techniques, bully prevention ideas and martial arts. Limit 24 Wed | July 11 | 1:30 pm – Abrahams Branch

Eat Well to Live Well† Sarah Keegan of The Nebraska Medical Center will present wellness tips. Limit 30 Thurs | June 28 | 5:30 pm – South Omaha Library

Healthy Eating† Summer Miller will offer tips and tricks to eat seasonally all year. Limit 40 Sat | June 30 | 2 pm – Swanson Branch

Get tips for scrapping your family history and create a layout with your photos. Limit 15 Sat | June 2 | 11 am – Main Library

Mark Fountain teaches simple techniques and rules to follow for protection. Limit 60 Wed | July 11 | 2 pm – Millard Branch

Teen Programs

MS, LMHP. Limit 40

Clowns will teach children important things to do and avoid doing to stay safe including dial 911 in an emergency, stranger danger, being home alone and don’t be a bully. Mon | June 11 | 1:30 pm – Abrahams Branch Wed | June 27 | 2 pm – Washington Branch

Kempo Self-Defense† Grades 6-12

Kids’ Programs

Life Skills Intuitive life coach Lori Sassen will explain how to create your own astrological chart based on your birth date, time and location. Limit 50 Fri | July 20 | 1 pm – Millard Branch

Scrapping Your Family Tree

Main Library Limit 25 Fri | June 22 | 10 am

Sorensen Branch Limit 25 Fridays | June 15 & July 13 | 10:30 am

Genealogy Organization†

Relax and learn the basics of meditation from the instructors at the Omaha Yoga & Bodywork Center. Limit 12 Wed | June 27 | 6:30 pm – Saddlebrook Branch

Grades 6-12 | Limit 15

Astrological Charts† Grades 6-12

Exploring Genealogy Online†

Newspaper Research for Genealogists† Learn about research strategies and the use of resources including microfilm, archives and free and fee-based online sites. Limit 50 Sat | June 23 | 11 am – Main Library

Meditation Basics†

Sign Language for Teens†

Work with techniques to focus your attention and be more effective in interpreting what you experience. Presented by Karen Throener,

Genealogy

Extra! Extra! Read All About It!

Join Corina Orsborn as she discusses dreams and what they mean to us. Limit 40 Thurs | June 14 | 6:30 pm – Swanson Branch

Mindfulness in Action†

Florence Branch Limit 20 Thurs | July 26 | 10:30 am

Saddlebrook Branch Limit 25 Fri | June 22 | 10:30 am Tues | July 17 | 10:30 am

Learn to use popular online genealogy search sites like Ancestry.com, FamilySearch.org, HeritageQuest, as well as Nebraska and Omaha genealogy sites. Limit 20 Sat | June 16 | Noon – Saddlebrook Branch

Meaning Behind Dreams† Grades 7-12

Adult Programs

All Ages

Corina Orsborn of Clara’s Closet will teach you which fork to use, proper introductions, how to ask for a date, movie etiquette and more. Limit 40 Thurs | June 21 | 2 pm – Abrahams Branch

Every Child Ready to Read

Learn how to protect and defend yourself with Master Shane Sanders from Sanders ATA Black Belt Academy. Thurs | June 14 | 4 pm – Main Library Limit 50 Tues | July 3 | 2 pm – Abrahams Branch Limit 30

Language & Culture Bellydance Bellydance demonstrations and lessons with a variety of styles and costumes available. Thurs | July 5 | 2 pm – Florence Branch

Explore Mango Languages† Learn about this free language-learning database available through the Library. Limit 10 Sat | June 30 | Noon – Saddlebrook Branch Thurs | July 12 | 6:30 pm – Saddlebrook Branch

†Registration Required

Etiquette for Prom & Other Formal Occasions† Grades 7-12

with Concerned Childcare Providers Children’s librarian Joni Wilder will present parents and child care providers with simple, everyday activities that will help children be ready to read when entering school. Sat | June 23 | 3 pm – Washington Branch

Organizing Your Clutter† Cyndy Salzmann, the Clutter Coach, will show you how to get rid of the clutter that is complicating your life. Limit 35 Wed | June 20 | 1 pm – Willa Cather Branch

Super Couponing† Join Nicole McDonald for a class all about coupons and finding the best deals. Tues | June 19 | 5:30 pm – Florence Branch Limit 24

Sat | July 14 | 1 pm – Sorensen Branch Limit 25 Tues | July 17 | 2 pm – Willa Cather Branch Limit 35

Programs subject to change...visit omahalibrary.org for updates.

Lock-Ins

Magic

FNYSJ Teen Lock-in†

Jeff Quinn’s Dream Big Magic Show!

Join us for our fifth annual series of weekly Friday Night Youth Summer Jump Off lock-ins featuring special presenters, video games, music and prizes. A signed parental permission

form is required.

Fridays (except June 1) at 6 pm – Washington Branch

Overnight Lock-Ins† Enjoy fun and games all night at the Library. Food and refreshments will be provided. A signed parental permission form is required.

6 pm Friday–8 am Saturday – Sorensen Branch June 22 – Boys Grades 6-12 July 6 – Grades 2-5 (one parent must stay all night) July 20 – Girls Grades 6-12

Teen Lock-In† Grades 6-12 Join us for an after-hours party of fun & games. Thursdays | June 21 and July 12 & 26 (finale) 6:15 pm – Millard Branch Limit 50 A signed parental permission form is required. Please bring your own Nerf gun, Nerf bullets and goggles to the finale for our Nerf War and moving target competition.

Fri | June 29 | 6 pm – Main Library Limit 40

Thrilling Thursday Lock-Ins† Grades 2-6

Join us for dinner, crafts, activities, special guests and lots of fun. Thursdays at 6 pm – Washington Branch

Movie Days

Jeff Quinn’s Magic Class! Amaze your friends and family by learning tricks with cards, coins and other items commonly found around the house. Thurs | June 21 | 1 pm – Willa Cather Branch† Limit 15

Fri | June 22 | 2 pm – Elkhorn Branch Wed | July 18 | 3:30 pm – South Omaha Library

Magic with Adam White Adam White presents a hilarious, fast-paced, educational magic program highlighting the importance of reading and visiting the library. Wed | June 13 10:30 am – Saddlebrook Branch 1:30 pm – Benson Branch 3:30 pm – Abrahams Branch

Movie Days Movie Marathons† Grades 6-12 Mon | Noon–6 pm – Millard Branch Limit 100 June 18 – Avengers July 16 – Batman

Beat the Heat Double Feature† Grades 7-12

In celebration of the summer games we will be featuring two great winter games movies based on true stories. Limit 50 Fri | July 27 | 1 pm – Millard Branch 12

Kids’ Programs

Teen Programs

Adult Programs

All Ages

Sit back, relax and enjoy watching a movie! Popcorn will be provided. Please call the Library for movie titles. All Ages Mondays (except June 25) at 1 pm Washington Branch Tuesdays at 1 pm – Sorensen Branch Fridays | June 22 & July 20 | 1:30 pm Benson Branch Teens Mondays | June 4 & 18 and July 9 & 23 | 4 pm South Omaha Library Mon | June 11 | 2 pm – Millard Branch† Limit 60 Tues | June 12 & 26 and July 10 & 24 | 2 pm Washington Branch Adults Tuesdays at 5:45 pm – Sorensen Branch Fri | July 20 | 1:30 pm – Main Library Sat | July 21 | 2 pm – Abrahams Branch† Limit 20

Movie & Gaming Day Beat the heat by watching a movie or playing a video game with your siblings or friends. Fri | June 15 & Thurs | July 5 – Main Library 10:30 am – All Ages | 1 pm – Teens

David Marsh presents various musical styles from the Emerald Isle using many instruments. He tells stories of Irish legends, elves and fairies, historical events of famine and wars and the joys and sorrows of immigrating to a new land. Sponsored by the Nebraska Humanities Council. Limit 60

Sat | June 23 | 2 pm – Abrahams Branch

Music Under the Stars Hang out under the stars with a family-friendly band–the STRING BEANS! Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, friends and family for a rockin’ good time. After the concert we’ll be playing outdoor games and making s’mores with our friends at the Community Center. Fri | July 27 | 7 pm – Saddlebrook Branch

Songbirds Music ‘N’ Play† Ages 2-5

Teen Anime† Grades 6-12 Watch an anime movie with your friends. Refreshments will be provided. Limit 50 Sat | July 14 | 2 pm – Millard Branch

Music Folk Music† Enjoy musical demonstrations and stories of folk instruments such as the harmonica, penny whistle, Lakota style flute, ocarina, pan pipes, animal horn, bugle, musical saw, banjo, singing bowl and limber toys. Tues | June 12 | 6 pm – Swanson Branch Limit 40 Sat | July 14 | 2 pm – Abrahams Branch Limit 50

†Registration Required

Music from Ireland†

Summer Sounds with Dr. Spit Take a break from the heat and enjoy some searing harmonica courtesy of Omaha’s own Dr. Spit. Refreshments will be provided. Sat | July 21 | 4 pm – Washington Branch

Programs subject to change...visit omahalibrary.org for updates.

Photography

Library Campfire Night

Night Photography† Trish Place, president of the Omaha Camera Club, will conduct a workshop about nighttime and low light photography. Limit 20 Thurs | June 21 | 1 pm – Main Library

Photo Composition Principles†  Award-winning photographer Larry Headley presents principles of good composition for stunning photographs. Sat | June 9 | 2 pm – Abrahams Branch

Join us outside at the north end of the building for a Library “camp out.” Share family stories and sing songs. Mon | July 23 | 7 pm – Millard Branch

Princess Party† Ages 3-8 Join us for princess book reading, songs, pictures and autographs. Limit 25 Wed | June 20 | 1:30 pm – Abrahams Branch

Sidewalk Art & Picnic

Tues | July 17 | 6 pm – Swanson Branch

Decorate the parking area outside at the north end of the Library with sidewalk chalk. If you wish, bring your own snack and picnic with us when you are finished. Mon | June 25 | 7 pm – Millard Branch

Sat | July 21 | 11 am – Florence Branch

Star Wars Party

Limit 50

Tues | June 19 | 6:30 pm – Elkhorn Branch Limit 20 Limit 40 Limit 20

Tues | July 24 | 6 pm – Millard Branch Limit 60

READ Poster Shoot: Monster Fashion Grades 5-12 Show off your best monster look and get a READ poster made. Come dressed as a vampire, werewolf, zombie or another scary creature. Thurs | June 7 | 6 pm – Saddlebrook Branch

Taking Better Pictures†

Join in Death Star bingo, feed Jabba the Hutt, play Jedi training musical chairs and more! Dress the part and come enjoy the fun and refreshments. Sat | June 9 | 2 pm – Willa Cather Branch

Teddy Bear Picnic Bring your teddy bear and a sack lunch to the meeting room for a teddy bear parade and the hokey pokey. Then join us outside for a picnic! Tues | June 19 | 10:30 am – Millard Branch

Puppet-Making Workshop†

Ghosthunting 101† Grades 7-12

Learn how to make rod puppets using a milk jug, fabric, poster board and yarn. Participants should bring a milk jug and fabric. Limit 10 Mon | June 25 | 1:30 pm – Abrahams Branch

Metro Area Paranormal Society will present a program about paranormal activity in Omaha. They will share some of their sightings and show the different equipment they use. Limit 50 Thurs | June 28 | 6:30 pm – Swanson Branch

“Wizard of AAHHSS” Puppet Show

Library Laboratory†

Ages 10-18

Join us on a puppet dream adventure in the land of Aahhss with Raggedy Ann and Andy and a Sleepy Lion, a Tent Man and a crow that can’t caw. Thurs | June 14 | 1:30 pm – Elkhorn Branch

Join Miss Julie for a look at the science of things that glow in the dark and make a glowin-the-dark project to take home! Limit 20 Thurs | July 26 – Millard Branch 10:30 am – Grades 1-3 | 4 pm – Grades 4-6

Thurs | June 21 | 1:30 pm – South Omaha Library

Paranormal Investigating

Wed | July 25 | 10:30 am – Abrahams Branch

Science & Exploration CAPOW! Chemistry & Physics on Wheels UNO Professor Dr. Dan Sullivan presents an exciting program of history, safety and science. Wed | June 20 | 1:30 pm – Benson Branch Thurs | June 21 | 1:30 pm – Millard Branch†

Crime Scene Investigation†

Brian Henning & His Puppets

Thurs | June 14 | 5:30 pm – South Omaha Library Limit 30

Jr. Friends Puppet Show

C.L. Retelsdorf, forensic scientist and crime scene investigator for the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, will bring some of his equipment and show a slide presentation. Mon | June 11 | 3 pm – Abrahams Branch

Picnics & Parties Fireworks Display Watch the Elkhorn Days fireworks display with us. Come early and have your family picnic on the beautiful seven acres of library grounds. Sat | June 9 | 9 pm – Elkhorn Branch 14

Kids’ Programs

Teen Programs

Grades 7-12

The Jr. Friends, 5-8th graders of Swanson Branch, will present a puppet show. Watch the performance, then meet the puppets! Thurs | July 19 | 1 pm – Swanson Branch

Puppet Show by Trish Place Puppets Tuesdays at 10:30 am June 19 – Main Library July 10 – Abrahams Branch

Adult Programs

All Ages

Experience the wonderfully wacky world of science as demonstrated by Robert Zook, Scientist Extraordinaire! Wed | July 11 | 10:30 am Saddlebrook Branch

Thurs | June 28 | 1:30 pm – Elkhorn Branch

Puppets

Limit 25

Whizz, Swish, Kaboom!

Limit 130

Learn basic photography concepts, camera settings, shooting techniques and basics of composition. No experience necessary. Good for all camera types, from point-andshoot to DSLRs. Presented by Larry Headley. Wed | June 6 | 6:30 pm – Saddlebrook Branch

Join us for this amazing puppet show. Wed | July 11 | 2 pm – Washington Branch

The Paranormal Research Investigators will discuss equipment, how to get started and how to keep accurate records of findings. Tues | June 26 2 pm – Saddlebrook Branch† Limit 30 5:30 pm – Benson Branch

Limit 50

Tues | June 26 | 1 pm – Millard Branch Limit 75

Baby & Me Storytime Wednesdays (except July 4) at 10 am Millard Branch Thursdays at 9:30 am – Saddlebrook Branch Thursdays at 10:30 am Saddlebrook Branch & Willa Cather Branch Fridays at 10:30 am – Sorensen Branch

Dad & Me Storytime

Egads! Science Show Hot air balloons, air pressure and hovercraft –air is amazing! Play around with Bernoulli’s principles to explore what is all around us. Tues | June 5 | 10:30 am – Main Library Thurs | July 12 | 2 pm – South Omaha Library

†Registration Required

Storytimes

Saturdays (except July 14) at 10:30 am Swanson Branch

Elementary School Storytime Tuesdays (except July 3) at 10:30 am South Omaha Library

Programs subject to change...visit omahalibrary.org for updates.

Preschool Storytime Tuesdays at 10:30 am – Saddlebrook Branch Tuesdays (except June 19 & July 31) at 10:30 am Millard Branch Tuesdays (through July 17) at 10:30 am Washington Branch Tuesdays (except July 3 & 31) at 10:30 am Elkhorn Branch† Ages 3-6 | Limit 20 Wednesdays (except July 4) at 10:30 am Millard Branch & Sorensen Branch Wednesdays | June 6 & 20 and July 18 10:30 am – Main Library Thursdays at 10:30 am – Abrahams Branch Thursdays | July 19 & July 26 | 10:30 am Benson Branch Thursdays (except June 21 & July 5) at 10:30 am Elkhorn Branch† Ages 3-6 | Limit 20 Fridays at 10:30 am – Willa Cather Branch & Swanson Branch Saturdays at 10 am – Saddlebrook Branch Saturdays at 10:30 am – Washington Branch

Storytime & Take-Home Craft†Limit 30 Tuesdays (except July 3) at 10:30 am Florence Branch

Storytime: I See the Moon It’s a full moon tonight, so come read stories, dance, rhyme and sing songs about the Earth’s closest neighbor. Tues | July 3 | 10:30 am – Main Library

Toddler Storytime Wednesdays (except July 4) at 10:30 am Elkhorn Branch & Willa Cather Branch Fridays (except June 1) at 10:30 am Millard Branch

Kids’ Programs

Gondola Ride Storytime† Limit 35

Tues | July 17 | 10:30 am – Main Library

Out and About Storytime

Pajama Storytime

Traveling Storytimes

Teen Programs

Fridays at 10:30 am – Saddlebrook Branch June 8 – Field of Dreams @ Tranquility Park June 15 – Explore Your World @ Hummel Park June 22 – Up, Up and Away! @ Hawk’s Field June 29 – Shoot for the Stars @ the UNO Planetarium July 6 – Adventure is Out There @ Scheels July 13 – Splashing Around @ Stone Ridge Splash Park July 20 – Go For the Gold @ Motto McLean Ice Arena July 27 – Fire! Fire! @ Fire House #44

Traveling Storytime Wednesdays at 10:30 am – Main Library June 13 – First National Bank sculptures June 27 – The National Park Service July 11 – The Paxton Ballroom July 25 – TBD

Thurs | July 12 | 10:30 am – Benson Branch

Adult Programs

All Ages

Theater & Storytelling Dream Interactive Theater

Talent Contests

Help tell the story of how the constellations came to be with costumes and props. Fri | June 8 | 1 pm – Sorensen Branch

Own the Night Contests & Showcase

Scary Stories

Spooky Film Contest Grades 5-12 Create a spooky movie to show off your filmmaking skills! Prizes will be awarded.

Professional storyteller Lucille Saunders will tell scary stories and ghost stories like the ones you might hear around the campfire. Thurs | July 12 | 1 pm – Main Library

All events held at Saddlebrook Branch

Premiere: Fri | June 1 | 2 pm Join us to learn all the details. Deadline: Thurs | July 19 | 8 pm Email your entry (with the appropriate forms attached) or submit it via DVD or flashdrive.

Writing Contest Grades 5-12 Show off your writing skills and pen a short story or poem with a chilling theme. Werewolves, vampires, twist endings...just use your imagination to make it as scary as you can! Prizes will be awarded to the top three entries. Begins: Sat | June 9 | 9 am All submission materials/requirements are available at the Library or via email. Deadline: Sat | July 21 | 4 pm Submit your work (with the appropriate forms attached) in person or via email or flashdrive.

Red Carpet Showcase Celebrate the winners of the Own the Night Film and Short Story/Poetry Contests. Walk the red carpet and enjoy some popcorn as we watch and listen to the winning entries. Thurs | July 26 | 4 pm

The Big (Not So Bad) Wolf

Pre-K to Grade 3

This performance by a Rose Theater actor features fairy tales and stories about wolves that have a decidedly “wolfish” edge to them. Thurs | June 21 | 10:30 am – Benson Branch

The Story Peddler Dare to be enthralled by Omaha’s premiere Story Peddler. His interactive storytelling style will take you places you’ve only dreamed of. Wed | July 25 | 10:30 am – Saddlebrook Branch

The Wonderful World of Dr. Seuss

Talent Competition† Dust off those tap shoes and warm up your voice! Show off your skills in Millard’s very own talent competition. Prizes will be awarded. Mon | July 9 | 5 pm – Millard Branch

†Registration Required

Storytelling with Diane Cox

The world of Dr. Seuss comes to life when The Cat in the Hat arrives to share the places he’s been featuring beloved songs and stories. Thurs | July 12 | 1:30 pm – Benson Branch Fri | July 20 | 1 pm – Sorensen Branch

Programs subject to change...visit omahalibrary.org for updates.

Writing & Poetry Ghost Story Writing Workshop† Grades 7-12 | Limit 24

Try your hand at writing a ghost story in this fun workshop where imaginations run wild. Fri | June 22 | 1 pm – Millard Branch

Nebraska Authors Series† Join Nebraska authors as they discuss their work. Limit 65 Tuesdays at 6:45 pm – Millard Branch June 5 – Robin Leemann Donovan June 12 – Joy Johnson June 19 – Jeff Barnes June 26 – Ken Flint

Self Publishing eBooks Learn what online resources are available for publishing your own eBook and what formatting to use. Plus, see examples of eBooks that have been successfully self-published. Thurs | July 12 | 5:30 pm – South Omaha Library

Teen Author Event† Grades 6-12 Local teen authors John Kalkowski, Chris Raabe and Christie Rushenberg will discuss their writing. Limit 130 Mon | July 30 | 2 pm – Millard Branch

Writer’s Workshops

Poetry Event Join Matt Mason and other area poets for some poetry-writing tips, then compete in an open poetry slam. Refreshments will be provided and prizes will be awarded. Sat | June 2 – Washington Branch 3 pm – Poetry Workshop 4:30 pm – Poetry Slam

Meet with fellow writers at Saddlebrook Branch to discuss your work and receive feedback. Grades 5-12

Saturdays | June 9 & July 14 | 2 pm Adults

Tuesdays | June 12 & July 10 | 6:30 pm

Summer Reading Finale Parties Fri | July 27 | 1 pm – Sorensen Branch Sat | July 28 | 3 pm – Willa Cather Branch Limit 30

Thank You!

Omaha Public Library would like to thank all of the organizations that help make Summer Reading programming and incentives possible.

Premiere Sponsor

Presenting Sponsors

Sokolof Foundation

Bluestem Prairie Foundation First National Bank Friends and Foundation of Omaha Public Library

In-Kind Sponsors Ak-Sar-Ben’s River City Rodeo & Stock Show The Bookworm BounceU City of Omaha Parks & Recreation CoCo Key Water Resort 18

Dave & Buster’s Fat Brain Toys Film Streams Lauritzen Gardens Nebraska State Fair Omaha Children’s Museum

Omaha Storm Chasers Papio Fun Park Sonic® Drive-In That Pottery Place The Rose Theater