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July 26, 2010 |
Once again the librarians at Omaha Public Library are going to great lengths to get kids to read this summer. The Summer Reading Program water theme, ‘Make a Splash” and “Make Waves at your Library,” has spurred creative thinking on the part of Omaha kids and teens as they meet their librarians’ challenges to read.
Kids’ librarian Nancy Chmiel accepted the challenge to spend the night on the roof at Saddlebrook Branch if kids read 20,000 books. The Saddlebrook kids have risen to the challenge and read more than 27,000 books. Nancy will display her courage by climbing a ladder to the Saddlebrook Branch roof, 14850 Laurel Ave., on Thursday, July 29, at 7 p.m. She will be armed with a super soaker to drench any passerby who won’t let her get her beauty sleep. She will spend the night on the roof and come down the following morning at 10 a.m. Kids and their families are welcome to support Nancy as she climbs to the roof and to keep her company on the ground throughout the night. |
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July 22, 2010 |
Can music make you smarter? Will it boost productivity? Does it really stimulate development in babies?
Omaha jazz musician George Walker, will answer these questions and more at “Music on My Mind,” an hour-long recital with a presentation about the effects of music on the human mind. The special program is at 2 p.m., July 31, at Omaha Public Library’s Florence Branch, 2920 Bondesson St. and will be followed by a question and answer session. The concert includes songs for all ages, and families are encouraged to attend.
While in the Library, families are invited to browse the collection of music CDs and videos. “Music on My Mind” is sponsored by Friends of Omaha Public Library.
Call 444-5392 or visit omahalibrary.org for information on this program and upcoming events at Omaha Public Library’s 12 metro locations
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July 22, 2010 |
Successful people know that a good resume combined with polished networking skills will get results. Omaha Public Library’s Florence Branch, 2920 Bondesson St., is hosting two programs to help job seekers in a tough market.
The first program is an hour-long computer class on how to build a resume using easy templates. The class will be held this Saturday, July 24, at 10:30 a.m.
The second program, a two-hour workshop presented by Hope Wolf from the Nebraska Department of Labor, will focus on using a resume to develop a network of contacts. It will be held at 2 p.m., August 3.
Both programs are free and open to the public. Space is limited and registration is required. Visit omahalibrary.org
or call 444.5392 to register.
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July 19, 2010 |
There is still time for all of Omaha to read and have fun during Omaha Public Library’s Summer Reading Program. The water-themed reading program, “Make a Splash,” “Make Waves,” and “Water Your Mind” provides special programs and prizes for kids, teens and adults who read.
“For the first time, adults can join the program by reading or listening to books and have a chance to win the grand prize of an iPad and other prizes,” said library executive director Gary Wasdin. “Although summer is winding down, there is still time to sign up for the Summer Reading Program online at omahalibrary.org or at your local Library. The program ends on July 31, so register today, read at least one book before July 31st, and you'll be eligible for the prize drawings.” |
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Bestseller Express: quick access to popular titles
Can’t wait to read the latest Scott Turow or Janet
Evanovich mystery, or other super-hot bestseller? Omaha Public Library is pleased to
introduce Bestseller Express, a new and exciting service for
anyone looking for quick access to the latest hot titles. Library customers may visit any of
our 12 locations to browse the Bestseller
Express collection and select a great new book to enjoy immediately.
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