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Tables and shelves full of books sit in OPL's Genealogy and Local History Room. This photo takes you to an article about Genealogy and Local History room hours updates.
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Worth the Wait: Some genealogy services to pause temporarily

Jan 23, 2026
OPL's Genealogy & Local History Room will close to the public in preparation for the move to the new Central Library.
Promotional poster for "2025 Omaha Reads" featuring the book "Solito" by Javier Zamora, with event details and a desert landscape backdrop. Transcribed Text: 2025 Omaha Reads Solito A Memoir Javier Zamora Save the Date: Author Visit with Javier Zamora November 4 JOIN US IN READING THIS YEAR'S BOOK SELECTION In his debut New York Times bestselling memoir, "Solito," Javier Zamora retells his three-thousand-mile journey from his small town in El Salvador through Guatemala and Mexico and across the U.S. border to reunite with the parents he hasn’t seen in several years. What should be a two-week trip extends into two life-altering months alongside fellow migrants who become his unexpected family. "Solito" provides an immediate and intimate account not only of a treacherous and near-impossible journey, but also of the miraculous kindness and love delivered at the most unexpected moments. Visit omahalibrary.org/omaha-reads for the latest information on Omaha Reads and related events. Scan for information. This photo takes you to a blog post describing Omaha Reads for 2025.
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Omaha selects “Solito” by Javier Zamora for 2025 Omaha Reads

Jul 09, 2025
Each year, OPL encourages the community to vote for and read one book as a way to promote literacy and inspire discussion.
A person holding a teal coffee cup with a white lid and "zen coffee co." logo. This photo takes you to an article about the new Zen Coffee Company location that will open in Central Library.
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Zen Coffee Co. Announced as Café Partner for Central Library

Jun 24, 2025
Zen Coffee Company is the official café partner for Central Library, set to open in spring of 2026 at 72nd and Dodge streets.
Aerial view of a construction site for a community library with overlaid text and a play button. Transcribed Text: "A Place for Community. Welcoming You to OPL’s Central Library." This photo takes you to an article about OPL's Central Library video series.
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OPL Launches Central Library Video Series

Jun 23, 2025
OPL is excited to offer the community a behind-the-scenes look at the future Central Library, currently set to open in spring 2026.
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