Karen Berry's time at OPL was defined by dedication and a profound connection to the communities she served.
Volunteer Spotlight: Tamyra Hower & Pip
When Tamyra Hower received a call from “Paws for Friends,” a non-profit pet therapy organization, she sensed an opportunity to make a difference. The call was more than just an invitation; it was an opportunity for Hower to return to her home branch. Hower became a patron of the Willa Cather Branch after becoming pregnant…
Celebrate Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) with OPL
A dedication to the deceased. Day of the Dead, known as "Dia De Los Muertos," is a vibrant and heartfelt two-day celebration that bridges the gap between the living and the dead. Families come together to create ofrendas (offerings) to honor their loved ones who have passed away. These colorful altars are adorned with bright…
Volunteer Spotlight: Norma Pountney
Having served at nearly every level of the organization, Norma Pountney has come full circle during her time with OPL. She started as a volunteer who gradually worked her way up to become the interim library director. Now in retirement, she has returned again as a volunteer! In 1974, Pountney left a career in data…
Volunteer Spotlight: Isaac Davidson
Born and raised in Omaha, attending youth programming at OPL is not unusual for 11-year-old Isaac Davidson, but becoming a volunteer and Teen Advisory Board (TAB) member has been an exciting behind-the-scenes adventure. Davidson started volunteering in 2022 during the OPL Summer Reading Program. His school librarian jokingly suggested that he start shelving books because…
Volunteer Spotlight: Zariah Champlin & Siri Champlin
Since OPL returned to in-person programming in fall 2021, Zariah Champlin, 14, and her sister Siri, 12, have provided consistent support at library events.
“Bear Witness” to the impact of community experiences and change at W. Dale Clark Library’s Michael Phipps Gallery
Omaha Public Library (OPL) introduced the final local art exhibition “Bear Witness” at Michael Philips Galley Friday, July 8, 2022. “Bear Witness” portrays the connections between, memory, culture, knowledge, and change, all key components this year at OPL. The four featured artists showcase the transformative and aspirational impact of community experiences and celebrate the connection…
View the “Collective Memory” that comes from storytelling at W. Dale Clark Main Library’s Michael Phipps Gallery
Summer often arrives with an abundance of energy, and the warmth of the season sets up ideal conditions to create lifelong memories. Omaha Public Library (OPL) introduces its second exhibition of the year in the Michael Phipps Gallery from May 6, 2022, through June 30, 2022. In continuation of the previous exhibit's theme, the “Power of…
See What’s Hatching at OPL
For the spring of 2022, Omaha Public Library (OPL) is continuing the collaboration with The Nebraska Extension Educators from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln (UNL). These educators focus on early childhood development and education across the state. In 2019, Nancy Chmiel, a youth services librarian, and Katie Kraus, a Nebraska Extension Educator, brainstormed ways…
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