Into the Woods: City Nature Challenge

Using a series of short videos, learn how everyone in your family - no matter their ages - can explore nature together and become part of the City Nature Challenge. This program was planned in collaboration with City of Omaha Parks and Recreation.

Free

Online Live Science Storytime

Join a Youth Services Librarian with Omaha Public Library for a special Science-themed Storytime using the Zoom meeting app. Experience stories, creative movement, music and more. Explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking and writing in each storytime.

Free

Online Live Science Storytime

Join a Youth Services Librarian with Omaha Public Library for a special Science-themed Storytime using the Zoom meeting app. Experience stories, creative movement, music and more. Explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking and writing in each storytime.

Free

Fairytale STEM with NE SciFest

Millard Branch 13214 Westwood Ln., Omaha, NE, United States

Join Omaha Public Library staff to explore STEM by way of familiar and popular fairytales. Science, Technology, Engineering and Math are all around us, even in the stories we love. Explore one or more of these concepts with hands-on activities inspired by a tale. All supplies will be provided. This program is recommended for children […]

Free

Fairytale STEM with NE SciFest

A.V. Sorensen Branch 4808 Cass St., Omaha, NE, United States

Join OPL staff to explore STEM by way of familiar and popular fairytales. Science, Technology, Engineering and Math are all around us, even in the stories we love. Explore one or more of these concepts with hands-on activities inspired by a tale. All supplies will be provided.  

Free

Seuss-sational Science

W. Dale Clark (Main) Library 215 S. 15th St., Omaha, NE, United States

Meet the Omaha Children's Museum's resident "Seussical Scientist," as we bring Dr. Seuss' classics to life with experiments and silliness inspired by the legendary books! This larger than life program bridges literacy and STEM learning in a fun and engaging way! This program is a part of the Nebraska Science Festival. Check out the OPL events calendar for more […]

Free

Fairytale STEM with NE SciFest

W. Clarke Swanson Branch 9101 W. Dodge Rd., Omaha, NE, United States

In conjunction with Nebraska Science Festival, join OPL staff to explore STEM by way of familiar and popular fairytales. Science, Technology, Engineering and Math are all around us, even in the stories we love. Explore one or more of these concepts with hands-on activities inspired by a tale. All supplies will be provided. This program […]

Free

Seuss-sational Science

Benson Branch 6015 Binney Street, Omaha, NE, United States

Meet the "Seussical Scientist," as we bring Dr. Seuss' classics to life with experiments and silliness inspired by the legendary books! This larger than life program bridges literacy and STEM learning in a fun and engaging way.

Free

Event Series Science Saturday Storytime

Science Saturday Storytime

A.V. Sorensen Branch 4808 Cass St., Omaha, NE, United States

Join Omaha Public Library for Science Saturdays at A.V. Sorensen all April long! In celebration of NE Science Fest and City Nature Challenge, Science Saturdays will offer a science-themed storytime at 10am followed by a family-friendly hands-on activity from 10:30-11am. Storytime children of all ages are welcome, as storytimes will be tailored for the age […]

Free

Omaha Children’s Museum Visits Swanson Branch

W. Clarke Swanson Branch 9101 W. Dodge Rd., Omaha, NE, United States

The Omaha Children's Museum is visiting the W. Clarke Swanson Branch! Explore what happens to molecules when they are put to the test! Watch liquids become solids, soap become fluffy, and chip bags shrink in this Molecular Mayhem show all about molecules and chemical reactions! The program is geared for kids grades K-5, but all […]

Free

NE SciFest Storytime

Millard Branch 13214 Westwood Ln., Omaha, NE, United States

Join Omaha Public Library for a special storytime all about science. Explore stories and experiments inspiring scientific exploration!

Free

Crime Scene Investigation: DNA

W. Clarke Swanson Branch 9101 W. Dodge Rd., Omaha, NE, United States

It’s what makes you, you and me, me. It can also be used to help law enforcement solve crimes. It’s Deoxyribose Nucleic Acid, aka DNA! Participants will get the opportunity to learn what DNA actually is and how CSI investigators use it to catch the bad guy. Participants will construct DNA using K'Nex®, discover how […]

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