Story Time (Pre-K): Paleontology
2026-06-19 09:30 - 10:00 (America/Chicago)
Join us for Story Time—designed especially for Pre-K kids and their grown-ups!Each Friday from 9:30 to 10:00 a.m., we explore a fun new theme through stories and hands-on crafts that spark creativity and learning.
What to Expect:

Themed Story Time: Listen to an engaging story each week.
Music & Motion: Join the music fun with rhythm sticks, egg shakers, and more—perfect for wiggling and giggling!
Craft Activity: Create a fun craft related to the story’s theme.

Bring your little ones for an enjoyable and creative start to their day! And don’t rush off after story time—stay for some “Fun with Friends” time in the kid’s corner. The kids can play while their caregivers connect and socialize. It’s a wonderful opportunity to make new friends and build community bonds.
Who: all toddlers and preschool-aged children accompanied by an adult are welcome!
Date and Time: Every Friday, 9:30 am – 10:00 am
We look forward to seeing you and your little ones here!

Try It Tuesdays (Grades 3-8): Lock Box Challenge
2026-06-23 15:45 - 16:45
Try-It Tuesdays invites kids in grades 3–8 to stop by the library each Tuesday from 3:45–4:45 pm and dive into something new. Each week brings a different activity, from creative crafts and games to STEM projects and experiments. There’s no cost to attend and all supplies are provided.
Come solo or bring a friend—no registration needed, just curiosity and a willingness to try it!

Unearth a Story (Grades K-5): Ashfall Fossil Beds Interactive Virtual Tour
2026-06-24 10:00 - 11:00
This is a Six-Part Summer Discovery Series that invites kids to dig into adventure as we explore the amazing stories hidden beneath our feet! Each week brings a new discovery—from dinosaurs and fossils to the layers of the Earth and the mighty American bison. Along the way, participants will enjoy special guests, hands-on activities, interactive learning, and plenty of surprises designed to spark curiosity and imagination.
This program is open to children who completed grades K–5 during the 2025–2026 school year, with a brand-new adventure waiting each week. Join us as we uncover the past, explore the Earth, and discover the stories waiting to be unearthed!
Today’s theme: Explore the Ashfall Fossil Beds! “Walk” through the Hubbard Rhino Barn, explore the Visitor Center, & learn more about the site through a behind-the-scenes look & interactive discussion.
Pre-registration required. Call the library at 402-376-3160.

Story Time (Pre-K): USA's 250th Birthday and the Great American Bison
2026-06-26 09:30 - 10:00

Unearth a Story (Grades K-5): The Great American Bison
2026-07-01 10:00 - 11:00
This is a Six-Part Summer Discovery Series that invites kids to dig into adventure as we explore the amazing stories hidden beneath our feet! Each week brings a new discovery—from dinosaurs and fossils to the layers of the Earth and the mighty American bison. Along the way, participants will enjoy special guests, hands-on activities, interactive learning, and plenty of surprises designed to spark curiosity and imagination.
This program is open to children who completed grades K–5 during the 2025–2026 school year, with a brand-new adventure waiting each week. Join us as we uncover the past, explore the Earth, and discover the stories waiting to be unearthed!
Today’s theme: Prairie Giants-The great American

Build your own stuffed bison buddy, discover the history of Bison in our region, & learn how these iconic animals shaped the Plains and our nation. Explore fascinating facts, hands-on moments, and even taste a bit of history as we celebrate 250 years of America through the story of the herd.
Pre-registration required. Call the library at 402-376-3160.
