Events for July-December are listed here.

May

Friday, May 9, 2008
10:30 AM
Bethany Branch Library
Book Talk: Books in Bloom: Kaye from Anderson will share some books to help make your garden grow.

Monday, May 12, 2008
2:30 - 4:00 PM
Gere Branch Library
Books Talk: Passport to Peril: Donna, from Eiseley and Walt Branches, says grab your passport! Jet off to England, where they dig up bodies in gardens and shake criminals out of family trees. Cross the English Channel, where orchid enthusiasts stumble across bodies in France. Follow the police around the fjords of Norway. Stop in Canada on the way home. Canadians are friendly, but they do have a dark side.

Monday, May 12, 2008
3:30 PM
Walt Branch Library
For teens
It's Anime Onscreen!
Come by the library for a group viewing of a popular anime film.

Friday, May 16, 2008
10:30 AM
Bethany Branch Library
Book Talk: Passport to Peril: Donna, from Eiseley and Walt Branches, says grab your passport! Jet off to England, where they dig up bodies in gardens and shake criminals out of family trees. Cross the English Channel, where orchid enthusiasts stumble across bodies in France. Follow the police around the fjords of Norway. Stop in Canada on the way home. Canadians are friendly, but they do have a dark side.

Monday, May 19, 2008
2:30 - 4:00 PM
Gere Branch Library
Books Talk: We wrap up the Winter/Spring series with Sean, who will share several of his most recent, interesting reads.

Thursday, May 22, 2008
6:45 - 8:45 PM
Gere Branch Library
Great Books Reading and Discussion Group

Friday, May 23, 2008
10:30 AM
Bethany Branch Library
Book Talk: The War in Europe: Karen, from Anderson, will bring a selection of books about Europe around the time of World War II.

Thursday, May 29, 2008
12:00 noon
Asian Community and Cultural Center, 2615 O Street
Asian Read-In: Community members will read excerpts by and about individuals of Asian descent or about Asian culture. The event is free of charge. Readings may be of most interest to middle school age and above.

Thursday, May 29, 2008
7:00 - 8:00 PM
Bennett Martin Public Library
Just Desserts: Mystery Book Discussion Group

Friday, May 30, 2008
10:30 AM
Bethany Branch Library
Book Talk: Summer of Stories: Rayma, from South Branch, ends the Winter/Spring series with some great books to read over the summer.

Friday, May 30, 2008
3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Anderson Branch Library
Get Buggy @ Your Library! Kick off the summer right! Join all the creepy-crawly librarians at Anderson Library for crafts, balloon animals, face painting, and more! Even Homer the Haymarket Hound will be there to catch some bugs. Don't forget to sign up for the Summer Reading Program while you're there! A Summer Reading Program event.

Saturday, May 31, 2008
2:30 p.m.
Gere Branch Library
For teens
Rock on! With the Academy of Rock! Stop by the library to see what's going on for you this summer—you'll be treated to a rock concert performed by the Academy of Rock! A Teen Summer Reading Program event.

Sunday, June 1, 2008
2:30 p.m.
Walt Branch Library
The String Beans! Three of our very best musical friends return to the library - their kid-oriented music puts a song in your heart and a tap in your toes. A Summer Reading Program event.

Sunday, June 1, 2008
7:00 p.m.
Eiseley Branch Library
For teens
Rock on! With the Academy of Rock! Stop by the library to see what's going on for you this summer—you'll be treated to a rock concert performed by the Academy of Rock! A Teen Summer Reading Program event.

Monday, June 2, 2008
7:00 p.m.
Eiseley Branch Library
The String Beans! Three of our very best musical friends return to the library - their kid-oriented music puts a song in your heart and a tap in your toes. A Summer Reading Program event.

Monday, June 2, 2008
7:00 PM
Walt Branch Library
For teens
Japanese Drummers! The Kokyo Taiko Japanese Drumming Group will demonstrate their art, and provide a chance to try it yourself! It's a great way to kick off Metamorphosis, our Summer Reading Program just for teens. A Teen Summer Reading Program event.

This project was supported in part by state aid funding appropriated by the Nebraska Legislature, granted and administered by the Nebraska Library Commission.

Tuesday, June 3, 2008
7:00 p.m.
Anderson Branch Library
For teens
Rock on! With the Academy of Rock! Stop by the library to see what's going on for you this summer—you'll be treated to a rock concert performed by the Academy of Rock! A Teen Summer Reading Program event.

Wednesday, June 4, 2008
10:30 a.m.
Gere Branch Library
Saltdogs in the Library! Join us as players from the Lincoln Saltdogs stop by to present a short reading and sign autographs. Even their mascot, Homer the Haymarket Hound, will be in on the fun. A Summer Reading Program event.

Wednesday, June 4, 2008
4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
Gere Branch Library
Summer Chess: This program is intended for chess players and students of all ages. Each session will include a half-hour of instruction and an hour of free chess play. It is open to the public. Pre-registration is encouraged; call 441-8560. A Summer Reading Program and Teen Summer Reading Program event.

Thursday, June 5, 2008
10:30 a.m.
South Branch Library
Saltdogs in the Library! Join us as players from the Lincoln Saltdogs stop by to present a short reading and sign autographs. Even their mascot, Homer the Haymarket Hound, will be in on the fun. A Summer Reading Program event.

Friday, June 6, 2008
10:30 a.m.
Bennett Martin Public Library
Saltdogs in the Library! Join us as players from the Lincoln Saltdogs stop by to present a short reading and sign autographs. Even their mascot, Homer the Haymarket Hound, will be in on the fun. A Summer Reading Program event.

Sunday, June 8, 2008
1:45 p.m.
Eiseley Branch Library
Anime Matinee: Are you a fan of Japanese animation movies? Do you want to see the variety of anime out there? Join us on Sundays for the Anime Matinee. We'll screen different shows from our ADV Anime Club collection. Open to all ages. A Summer Reading Program and Teen Summer Reading Program event.

Monday, June 9, 2008
2:30 p.m.
Bennett Martin Public Library
Along Came a Spider! Back by popular demand, our friends from the Pioneers Park Nature Center return to the libraries. They'll tell you all about our local spider friends, and maybe bring along a few to get "up-close and personal."

Tuesday, June 10, 2008
2:30 p.m.
South Branch Library
Our Bug Buddies! Our friends from the Lincoln Children's Zoo will tell us all about some of their favorite Bug Buddies - maybe you've seen them at the Zoo. These insect experts will bring along a few live insects for a close-up inspection.

Tuesday, June 10, 2008
7:00 p.m.
Gere Branch Library
The String Beans! Three of our very best musical friends return to the library - their kid-oriented music puts a song in your heart and a tap in your toes. A Summer Reading Program event.

Wednesday, June 11, 2008
1:15 and 2:15 p.m.
Anderson Branch Library
Our Bug Buddies! Our friends from the Lincoln Children's Zoo will tell us all about some of their favorite Bug Buddies - maybe you've seen them at the Zoo. These insect experts will bring along a few live insects for a close-up inspection. A Summer Reading Program event.

Wednesday, June 11, 2008
4:00 - 5:30 PM
Gere Branch Library
Summer Chess: This program is intended for chess players and students of all ages. Each session will include a half-hour of instruction and an hour of free chess play. It is open to the public. Pre-registration is encouraged; call 441-8560. A Summer Reading Program and Teen Summer Reading Program event.

Wednesday, June 11, 2008
7:00 PM
Gere Branch Library
For teens
Let's Look Anime!
Join our friends from the College of Hair Design - come as yourself, and leave with the style of anime stars! A Teen Summer Reading Program event.

This project was supported in part by state aid funding appropriated by the Nebraska Legislature, granted and administered by the Nebraska Library Commission.

Thursday, June 12, 2008
10:30 a.m.
Walt Branch Library
Our Bug Buddies! Our friends from the Lincoln Children's Zoo will tell us all about some of their favorite Bug Buddies - maybe you've seen them at the Zoo. These insect experts will bring along a few live insects for a close-up inspection.
A Summer Reading Program event.

Thursday, June 12, 2008
1:15 and 2:15 p.m.
Bethany Branch Library
Along Came a Spider! Back by popular demand, our friends from the Pioneers Park Nature Center return to the libraries. They'll tell you all about our local spider friends, and maybe bring along a few to get "up-close and personal." A Summer Reading Program event.

Thursday, June 12, 2008
1:30 and 2:30 p.m.
Eiseley Branch Library
Butterflies! Dan, "The Butterfly Man," will tell us all about some of our favorite winged creatures. You may have met Dan at the Lincoln Children's Zoo - as a committed volunteer there, he's shared his expertise with countless Lincoln families. A Summer Reading Program event.

Friday, June 13, 2008
2:00 p.m.
Bethany Branch Library
For teens
Soda Taste-Off: Do you think you're soda-savvy? Bring your taste buds. We'll provide the soda. A Teen Summer Reading Program event.

Saturday, June 14, 2008
10:30 a.m.
Eiseley Branch Library
Family Dance Off! Get your groove on! Teams of two (adult and child/youth) may register for the Family Dance-Off. (Someone over 21 will be considered an adult.) If you like Dancing with the Stars, having fun, and sneaking in some health benefits as well, this event is for you! Besides, who doesn't want to make their parents look silly while dancing for prizes? Pre-registration requested by calling 441-4250 or stopping by Eiseley Branch Library. Or, register the day of the event BEFORE 10:45 a.m., please. A Summer Reading Program and Teen Summer Reading Program event.

Sunday, June 15, 2008
1:45 p.m.
Eiseley Branch Library
Anime Matinee: Are you a fan of Japanese animation movies? Do you want to see the variety of anime out there? Join us on Sundays for the Anime Matinee. We'll screen different shows from our ADV Anime Club collection. Open to all ages. A Summer Reading Program and Teen Summer Reading Program event.

Monday, June 16, 2008
2:30 p.m.
Bennett Martin Public Library
Our Bug Buddies! Our friends from the Lincoln Children's Zoo will tell us all about some of their favorite Bug Buddies - maybe you've seen them at the Zoo. These insect experts will bring along a few live insects for a close-up inspection. A Summer Reading Program event.

Monday, June 16, 2008
2:30 p.m.
Arnold Heights Branch Library
Along Came a Spider! Back by popular demand, our friends from the Pioneers Park Nature Center return to the libraries. They'll tell you all about our local spider friends, and maybe bring along a few to get "up-close and personal." A Summer Reading Program event.

Tuesday, June 17, 2008
2:00 PM
South Branch Library
For teens
Anime Afternoon!
At 2:00, Make Manga!
Come learn how to draw and write your own basic manga (Japanese-style cartooning). No experience necessary!
At 3:00, Let's Look Anime!
Join our friends from the College of Hair Design - come as yourself, and leave with the style of anime stars! A Summer Reading Program and Teen Summer Reading Program event.

This project was supported in part by state aid funding appropriated by the Nebraska Legislature, granted and administered by the Nebraska Library Commission.

Wednesday, June 18, 2008
10:15 and 11:15 a.m.
Gere Branch Library
Our Bug Buddies! Our friends from the Lincoln Children's Zoo will tell us all about some of their favorite Bug Buddies - maybe you've seen them at the Zoo. These insect experts will bring along a few live insects for a close-up inspection. A Summer Reading Program event.

Wednesday, June 18 , 2008
1:15 and 2:15 p.m.
Anderson Branch Library
Along Came a Spider! Back by popular demand, our friends from the Pioneers Park Nature Center return to the libraries. They'll tell you all about our local spider friends, and maybe bring along a few to get "up-close and personal." A Summer Reading Program event.

Wednesday, June 18, 2008
4:00 - 5:30 PM
Gere Branch Library
Summer Chess: This program is intended for chess players and students of all ages. Each session will include a half-hour of instruction and an hour of free chess play. It is open to the public. Pre-registration is encouraged; call 441-8560. A Summer Reading Program and Teen Summer Reading Program event.

Wednesday, June 18, 2008
4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
Gere Branch Library
Summer Chess
This program is intended for chess players and students of all ages. Each session will include a half-hour of instruction and an hour of free chess play. It is open to the public. Pre-registration is encouraged; call 441-8560. A Summer Reading Program event.

Thursday, June 19, 2008
10:30 a.m.
Walt Branch Library
Saltdogs in the Library! Join us as players from the Lincoln Saltdogs stop by to present a short reading and sign autographs. Even their mascot, Homer the Haymarket Hound, will be in on the fun.
A Summer Reading Program event.

Thursday, June 19, 2008
1:30 and 2:30 p.m.
Eiseley Branch Library
Our Bug Buddies! Our friends from the Lincoln Children's Zoo will tell us all about some of their favorite Bug Buddies - maybe you've seen them at the Zoo. These insect experts will bring along a few live insects for a close-up inspection. A Summer Reading Program event.

Thursday, June 19, 2008
2:30 p.m.
Walt Branch Library
For teens
Hardware Jewelry: Where can you wear your hardware jewelry? The answer is EVERYWHERE! Come make chokers, bracelets, or even a chain for your wallet, all from items you can find in a toolbox. Great for guys or girls! All supplies provided. Pre-registration required by calling 441-4460 or stopping by Walt Branch Library. A Teen Summer Reading Program event.

Friday, June 20, 2008
10:30 a.m.
Bethany Branch Library
Saltdogs in the Library! Join us as players from the Lincoln Saltdogs stop by to present a short reading and sign autographs. Even their mascot, Homer the Haymarket Hound, will be in on the fun. A Summer Reading Program event.

Saturday, June 21, 2008
10:30 a.m.
Arnold Heights Branch Library
Saltdogs in the Library! Join us as players from the Lincoln Saltdogs stop by to present a short reading and sign autographs. Even their mascot, Homer the Haymarket Hound, will be in on the fun. A Summer Reading Program event.

Saturday, June 21, 2008
1:00 p.m.
Bennett Martin Public Library
For teens
Go Gamers! Join other teens for some friendly gaming competition. We'll set up Dance Dance Revolution, Guitar Hero and some Wii games. Compete as an individual or create your own team. It's all for fun and a few cool prizes. Pre-registration required by calling 441-8566 or stopping by the Youth Services Desk at Bennett Martin Public Library. A Teen Summer Reading Program event.

Sunday, June 22, 2008
1:45 p.m.
Eiseley Branch Library
Anime Matinee: Are you a fan of Japanese animation movies? Do you want to see the variety of anime out there? Join us on Sundays for the Anime Matinee. We'll screen different shows from our ADV Anime Club collection. Open to all ages. A Summer Reading Program and Teen Summer Reading Program event.

Monday, June 23, 2008
2:30 p.m.
Bennett Martin Public Library
Vern Wirka, Ventriloquist: Vern Wirka entertains audiences of all ages with a high-energy, dynamic, fast-paced show, including plenty of audience involvement. A Summer Reading Program event.

Monday, June 23, 2008
2:30 p.m.
Arnold Heights Branch Library
Our Bug Buddies! Our friends from the Lincoln Children's Zoo will tell us all about some of their favorite Bug Buddies - maybe you've seen them at the Zoo. These insect experts will bring along a few live insects for a close-up inspection. A Summer Reading Program event.

Tuesday, June 24, 2008
3:30 p.m.
Anderson Branch Library
For teens
Guitar Hero! Do you have what it takes to be a Guitar Hero? Come for free play—and see if you can beat your friends and the librarians! A Teen Summer Reading Program event.

Wednesday, June 25, 2005 10:15 and 11:15 a.m.
Gere Branch Library
Along Came a Spider! Back by popular demand, our friends from the Pioneers Park Nature Center return to the libraries. They'll tell you all about our local spider friends, and maybe bring along a few to get "up-close and personal." A Summer Reading Program event.

Wednesday, June 25, 2008
1:15 and 2:15 p.m.
Anderson Branch Library
Vern Wirka, Ventriloquist: Vern Wirka entertains audiences of all ages with a high-energy, dynamic, fast-paced show, including plenty of audience involvement. A Summer Reading Program event.

Wednesday, June 25, 2008
1:30 p.m.
Eiseley Branch Library
For teens
Photograph the Metamorphosis of Your Day! Pick up a disposable camera between June 4 and June 17. Record the changes that make up a day. Bring the camera back by June 20 and the library will develop the film. We'll meet June 25 to create artistic expressions using your photos and other elements. Finished pieces will be displayed at Eiseley Library, and on our website. Registration is limited. Pre-register by picking up your camera at Eiseley Branch Library, or by calling 441-4250. A Teen Summer Reading Program event.

Wednesday, June 25, 2008
2:30 p.m.
Walt Branch Library
Along Came a Spider! Back by popular demand, our friends from the Pioneers Park Nature Center return to the libraries. They'll tell you all about our local spider friends, and maybe bring along a few to get "up-close and personal."
A Summer Reading Program event.

Wednesday, June 25, 2008
4:00 - 5:30 PM
Gere Branch Library
Summer Chess: This program is intended for chess players and students of all ages. Each session will include a half-hour of instruction and an hour of free chess play. It is open to the public. Pre-registration is encouraged; call 441-8560. A Summer Reading Program and Teen Summer Reading Program event.

Wednesday, June 25, 2008
6:30 p.m.
Gere Branch Library
For teens
Photograph the Metamorphosis of Your Day! Come pick up a disposable camera between June 4 and June 17. Record the changes that make up just one day. Bring the camera back by June 20. The library will develop the film, then we'll meet on June 25 to create artistic expressions using your photos and other elements. Finished pieces will be displayed at Gere Library, and on the library's website. Limited registration; pre-register by picking up your camera at Gere Branch Library, or by calling 441-8560. A Teen Summer Reading Program event.

Thursday, June 26, 2008
10:30 a.m.
South Branch Library
Along Came a Spider! Back by popular demand, our friends from the Pioneers Park Nature Center return to the libraries. They'll tell you all about our local spider friends, and maybe bring along a few to get "up-close and personal." A Summer Reading Program event.

Thursday, June 26, 2008
1:15 and 2:15 p.m.
Bethany Branch Library
Our Bug Buddies! Our friends from the Lincoln Children's Zoo will tell us all about some of their favorite Bug Buddies - maybe you've seen them at the Zoo. These insect experts will bring along a few live insects for a close-up inspection. A Summer Reading Program event.

Thursday, June 26, 2008
1:30 and 2:30 p.m.
Eiseley Branch Library
Along Came a Spider! Back by popular demand, our friends from the Pioneers Park Nature Center return to the libraries. They'll tell you all about our local spider friends, and maybe bring along a few to get "up-close and personal." A Summer Reading Program event.

Thursday, June 26, 2008
7:00 - 8:00 PM
Bennett Martin Public Library
Just Desserts: Mystery Book Discussion Group

Sunday, June 29, 2008
1:45 p.m.
Eiseley Branch Library
Anime Matinee: Are you a fan of Japanese animation movies? Do you want to see the variety of anime out there? Join us on Sundays for the Anime Matinee. We'll screen different shows from our ADV Anime Club collection. Open to all ages. A Summer Reading Program and Teen Summer Reading Program event.

Monday, June 30 through Sunday, July 6, 2008
All open hours
Walt Branch Library
Bug Scavenger Hunt: Do you have sharp eyes? Can you spot a bug from 20 paces? Come on a scavenger hunt for bugs (not real!) in the library any time during this week and earn a prize!
A Summer Reading Program event.

Events for July-December are listed here.

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