The Omaha Public Library has a really good summer reading program at various branches. Here's the kickoff information. If you miss these events, you can always sign up at the individual branches. You'll be glad you did!
For those who live outside the Omaha metro area, surely your local library has an equally good summer reading program. Check it out!
Summer Reading Program Kickoff at Benson Park
When: Saturday, May 21, 2011 - 2:00 PM
Where: Omaha Public Library
Kick off the Summer Reading Program and celebrate North American culture as we begin our One World, Many Stories journey! Hip Hop performer Miles Busby will entertain us at 2 p.m., then visit the craft bazaar, sample an ethnic treat and get a hug from Scamper. Don't forget to register for the Summer Reading Program and pick up your souvenir pin!
Where: Omaha Public Library
Kick off the Summer Reading Program and celebrate North American culture as we begin our One World, Many Stories journey! Hip Hop performer Miles Busby will entertain us at 2 p.m., then visit the craft bazaar, sample an ethnic treat and get a hug from Scamper. Don't forget to register for the Summer Reading Program and pick up your souvenir pin!
Summer Reading Program Kickoff at Zorinsky Lake
When: Sunday, May 22, 2011 - 2:00 PM
Where: Omaha Public Library
Kick off the Summer Reading Program and celebrate Australian culture as we continue our One World, Many Stories journey! Magician Jeff Quinn will entertain us at 2 p.m., then visit the craft bazaar, sample an ethnic treat and get a hug from Scamper. Don't forget to register for the Summer Reading Program and pick up your souvenir pin!
Where: Omaha Public Library
Kick off the Summer Reading Program and celebrate Australian culture as we continue our One World, Many Stories journey! Magician Jeff Quinn will entertain us at 2 p.m., then visit the craft bazaar, sample an ethnic treat and get a hug from Scamper. Don't forget to register for the Summer Reading Program and pick up your souvenir pin!
Summer Reading Program Kickoff at Ta Ha Zouka Park
When: Monday, May 23, 2011 - 6:00 PM
Where: Omaha Public Library
Kick off the Summer Reading Program and celebrate European culture as we continue our One World, Many Stories journey! Accordian player Tom Sladek will entertain us at 6 p.m., then visit the craft bazaar, sample an ethnic treat and get a hug from Scamper. Don't forget to register for the Summer Reading Program and pick up your souvenir pin!
Where: Omaha Public Library
Kick off the Summer Reading Program and celebrate European culture as we continue our One World, Many Stories journey! Accordian player Tom Sladek will entertain us at 6 p.m., then visit the craft bazaar, sample an ethnic treat and get a hug from Scamper. Don't forget to register for the Summer Reading Program and pick up your souvenir pin!
Summer Reading Program Kickoff at Gene Leahy Mall
When: Tuesday, May 24, 2011 - 6:00 PM
Where: Omaha Public Library
Kick off the Summer Reading Program and celebrate Antarctic culture as we continue our One World, Many Stories journey! Learn about penguins and snow by watching a movie in a dome, then visit the craft bazaar, sample an ethnic treat and get a hug from Scamper. Don't forget to register for the Summer Reading Program and pick up your souvenir pin!
Where: Omaha Public Library
Kick off the Summer Reading Program and celebrate Antarctic culture as we continue our One World, Many Stories journey! Learn about penguins and snow by watching a movie in a dome, then visit the craft bazaar, sample an ethnic treat and get a hug from Scamper. Don't forget to register for the Summer Reading Program and pick up your souvenir pin!
Summer Reading Program Kickoff at Miller Park
When: Wednesday, May 25, 2011 - 6:00 PM
Where: Omaha Public Library
Kick off the Summer Reading Program and celebrate Asian culture as we continue our One World, Many Stories journey! Raqs Awn Belly Dance Collective will entertain us at 6 p.m., then visit the craft bazaar, sample an ethnic treat and get a hug from Scamper. Don't forget to register for the Summer Reading Program and pick up your souvenir pin!
Where: Omaha Public Library
Kick off the Summer Reading Program and celebrate Asian culture as we continue our One World, Many Stories journey! Raqs Awn Belly Dance Collective will entertain us at 6 p.m., then visit the craft bazaar, sample an ethnic treat and get a hug from Scamper. Don't forget to register for the Summer Reading Program and pick up your souvenir pin!
Summer Reading Program Kickoff at Hitchcock Park
When: Thursday, May 26, 2011 - 6:00 PM
Where: Omaha Public Library
Kick off the Summer Reading Program and celebrate South American culture as we continue our One World, Many Stories journey! Mariarchi Luna y Sol and Xiotal will entertain us starting at 6 p.m., then visit the craft bazaar, sample an ethnic treat and get a hug from Scamper. Don't forget to register for the Summer Reading Program and pick up your souvenir pin!
Where: Omaha Public Library
Kick off the Summer Reading Program and celebrate South American culture as we continue our One World, Many Stories journey! Mariarchi Luna y Sol and Xiotal will entertain us starting at 6 p.m., then visit the craft bazaar, sample an ethnic treat and get a hug from Scamper. Don't forget to register for the Summer Reading Program and pick up your souvenir pin!
Summer Reading Program Kickoff at Standing Bear Lake
When: Friday, May 27, 2011 - 6:00 PM
Where: Omaha Public Library
Kick off the Summer Reading Program and celebrate African culture as we continue our One World, Many Stories journey! The African Culture Connection will entertain us at 6 p.m., then visit the craft bazaar, sample an ethnic treat and get a hug from Scamper. Don't forget to register for the Summer Reading Program and pick up your souvenir pin!
Where: Omaha Public Library
Kick off the Summer Reading Program and celebrate African culture as we continue our One World, Many Stories journey! The African Culture Connection will entertain us at 6 p.m., then visit the craft bazaar, sample an ethnic treat and get a hug from Scamper. Don't forget to register for the Summer Reading Program and pick up your souvenir pin!
