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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:P3wppnhUm-M@socialsquares.org
DTSTAMP:20261020T050343Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T094500
SUMMARY:Baby Storytime
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Experience simple books\, rhymes\, music\, and play designed 
 to promote development and learning. Explore the early literacy skills of
  singing\, playing\, reading\, pre-writing and talking.\nRecommended for 
 ages 0 to 15 months\, though children of all ages are welcome.\n\nHosted 
 by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/P3
 wppnhUm-M
URL:https://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/P3wppnhUm-M
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:wX3fcMtjjKQ@socialsquares.org
DTSTAMP:20261020T050343Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T113000
SUMMARY:Spooktacular
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Come one\, come all for the most Spooktacular Storytime of th
 e fall! Bring your costume or come as you are\, and join us for a morning
  filled with festive stories\, trick-or-treating\, a scavenger hunt\, cra
 fts\, and more! The community center will have the bounce house hopping!\
 nParents/caregivers must remain with their child(ren) for the duration of
  the program and are encouraged to help younger children with the activit
 y.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Blackst
 oneOmaha/e/wX3fcMtjjKQ
URL:https://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/wX3fcMtjjKQ
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:vHC0sJyUZCk@socialsquares.org
DTSTAMP:20261020T050343Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T193000
SUMMARY:Lit Happens in Dundee Book Club
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Join OPL on the third Tuesday of the month for a lively discu
 ssion of this month's featured book. See what we're reading and place hol
 ds on upcoming titles here. Limited copies of the book are available at t
 he A.V. Sorensen Branch.\nOPL Book Club discussions are led by OPL staff 
 and are open to everyone.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://so
 cialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/vHC0sJyUZCk
URL:https://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/vHC0sJyUZCk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:5K0l_EChGC4@socialsquares.org
DTSTAMP:20261020T050343Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T190000
SUMMARY:Manga Party
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Calling all manga fans! Hang out\, read\, chat\, and geek out
  over your favorite manga while making fun\, manga-inspired crafts. Wheth
 er you’re a longtime fan or totally new to manga\, this is a great place 
 to relax\, get creative\, and share what you love.\nThis is a free event 
 for teens ages 13-18. This program does not require registration. Craft s
 upplies and books to check out will be provided while supplies last.\n\nH
 osted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmah
 a/e/5K0l_EChGC4
URL:https://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/5K0l_EChGC4
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:a3RiLOm_Xag@socialsquares.org
DTSTAMP:20261020T050343Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T150000
SUMMARY:America 250: Overland Trails - The Children on the Trail
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:With over 352\,000 emigrants traveling the Oregon\, Mormon or
  California trails\, one in five were under the age of 16. Many of these 
 youth kept journals. Renae Hunt from Humanities Nebraska will discuss how
  these children traveled and relate some of the stories from their journa
 ls.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Blacks
 toneOmaha/e/a3RiLOm_Xag
URL:https://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/a3RiLOm_Xag
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:zBULDiUPwZQ@socialsquares.org
DTSTAMP:20261020T050343Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T103000
SUMMARY:Music & Movement
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Music & Movement focuses on early literacy skills through sim
 ple songs\, dance\, play and short stories designed for active toddlers a
 nd their participating caregiver(s). Recommended for ages 15 months to 3 
 years\, though children of all ages are welcome.\nChildcare groups\, plea
 se call in advance.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsq
 uares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/zBULDiUPwZQ
URL:https://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/zBULDiUPwZQ
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:v-br9Qw1nwE@socialsquares.org
DTSTAMP:20261020T050343Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T094500
SUMMARY:Baby Storytime
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Experience simple books\, rhymes\, music\, and play designed 
 to promote development and learning. Explore the early literacy skills of
  singing\, playing\, reading\, pre-writing and talking.\nRecommended for 
 ages 0 to 15 months\, though children of all ages are welcome.\n\nHosted 
 by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/v-
 br9Qw1nwE
URL:https://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/v-br9Qw1nwE
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:_6D3E0iqiUs@socialsquares.org
DTSTAMP:20261020T050343Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T103000
SUMMARY:Music & Movement
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Music & Movement focuses on early literacy skills through sim
 ple songs\, dance\, play and short stories designed for active toddlers a
 nd their participating caregiver(s). Recommended for ages 15 months to 3 
 years\, though children of all ages are welcome.\nChildcare groups\, plea
 se call in advance.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsq
 uares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/_6D3E0iqiUs
URL:https://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/_6D3E0iqiUs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:7i67MEVYr4Y@socialsquares.org
DTSTAMP:20261020T050343Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T110000
SUMMARY:Pet Plushie Adoption Day
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Join OPL for a cuddly and creative adoption day at the librar
 y in celebration of National Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog Month in October! Childr
 en are invited to listen to a tail-wagging read-aloud about pet adoption\
 , then choose from a variety of different animal plushies to "adopt" and 
 take home. Each animal plushie comes with the option to create a collar a
 nd special house along with the completion of an adoption certificate.\n\
 nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOm
 aha/e/7i67MEVYr4Y
URL:https://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/7i67MEVYr4Y
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:YFlzjdF8Oak@socialsquares.org
DTSTAMP:20261020T050343Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T103000
SUMMARY:Music & Movement
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Music & Movement focuses on early literacy skills through sim
 ple songs\, dance\, play and short stories designed for active toddlers a
 nd their participating caregiver(s). Recommended for ages 15 months to 3 
 years\, though children of all ages are welcome.\nChildcare groups\, plea
 se call in advance.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsq
 uares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/YFlzjdF8Oak
URL:https://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/YFlzjdF8Oak
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:avMRnqndCVI@socialsquares.org
DTSTAMP:20261020T050343Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261103T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261103T170000
SUMMARY:Under the Dundee Sun Book Club
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Join OPL on the first Tuesday of the month for a lively discu
 ssion of this month's featured book. See what we're reading and place hol
 ds on upcoming titles here. Limited copies of the book are available at t
 he A.V. Sorensen Branch.\nOPL Book Club discussions are led by OPL staff 
 and are open to everyone.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://so
 cialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/avMRnqndCVI
URL:https://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/avMRnqndCVI
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:_tKaipCmMIM@socialsquares.org
DTSTAMP:20261020T050343Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T193000
SUMMARY:Writers Workshop for Kids: Food Writing
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Writers Workshop for Kids: Food Writing\nEvery recipe tells a
  story. Bring a favorite family recipe and join us as we explore the conn
 ections between food\, memory and identity through writing. We'll read ex
 amples of food writing\, discuss how meals and traditions shape our lives
 \, and create our own pieces inspired by the people\, places\, and storie
 s gathered around our dinner tables. No writing experience necessary - ju
 st bring your curiosity and a recipe to share.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public 
 Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/_tKaipCmMIM
URL:https://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/_tKaipCmMIM
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:7duPuhdB5lU@socialsquares.org
DTSTAMP:20261020T050343Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T103000
SUMMARY:Meet a Musician Storytime
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to make your mark. A violinist from the Omaha Symph
 ony creates a musical adventure filled with imagination\, emotion\, and c
 reativity. Kids will enjoy a lively reading of The Dot by Peter H. Reynol
 ds\, then dive into the world of the violin—hearing it\, feeling it\, and
  exploring how music helps us express every color of emotion. This story 
 time is best for kids age 2-5\, but all are welcome.\nExperience stories\
 , creative movement\, music and more.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n
 \nhttps://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/7duPuhdB5lU
URL:https://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/7duPuhdB5lU
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:YeXNaCQTUIk@socialsquares.org
DTSTAMP:20261020T050343Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T190000
SUMMARY:Audiobook Crafting Club
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a unique way to enjoy your latest audiobook and m
 eet fellow crafters? The Audiobook Crafting Club invites you to bring you
 r audiobook\, headphones and current project—whether it's knitting\, croc
 heting\, drawing\, or something else—and settle in for a relaxed session 
 of crafting and listening.\nThis low-key\, social-but-solo club is the pe
 rfect way to make progress on your projects\, immerse yourself in a good 
 story\, and enjoy the quiet company of others doing the same.\n\nHosted b
 y Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/YeX
 NaCQTUIk
URL:https://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/YeXNaCQTUIk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:0rW5UCz-IME@socialsquares.org
DTSTAMP:20261020T050343Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T130000
SUMMARY:Watercolor Basics
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Join Luba Carlson from Kalina Art Studio to create art using 
 watercolors. This three-hour class will guide you through basic watercolo
 r techniques\, and you will leave with a finished piece you are proud of!
 \nThis is a free event for adults (19+). Registration is required.\n\nHos
 ted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/
 e/0rW5UCz-IME
URL:https://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/0rW5UCz-IME
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:bcOy14fvwSE@socialsquares.org
DTSTAMP:20261020T050343Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T193000
SUMMARY:Lit Happens in Dundee Book Club
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Join OPL on the third Tuesday of the month for a lively discu
 ssion of this month's featured book. See what we're reading and place hol
 ds on upcoming titles here. Limited copies of the book are available at t
 he A.V. Sorensen Branch.\nOPL Book Club discussions are led by OPL staff 
 and are open to everyone.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://so
 cialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/bcOy14fvwSE
URL:https://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/bcOy14fvwSE
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:i8i5fp4DdkA@socialsquares.org
DTSTAMP:20261020T050343Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261123T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261123T160000
SUMMARY:Storybook BINGO
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:How well do you know classic and popular storybook characters
 ? Test your knowledge with a fun game of Storybook B-I-N-G-O!\nGather you
 r family or friends for this free event at Omaha Public Library. Everyone
  is welcome to join\, and you might even win a book to take home!\nThis i
 s a free event for adults and children ages 5 and older. Parents/caregive
 rs must remain with their child(ren) for the duration of the program and 
 are encouraged to help younger children with the activity.\n\nHosted by O
 maha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/i8i5fp
 4DdkA
URL:https://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/i8i5fp4DdkA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:etaH37olopI@socialsquares.org
DTSTAMP:20261020T050343Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261125T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261125T150000
SUMMARY:Night Sky Adventure with Gifford Farm
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Look up and let your imagination soar! Inside a mobile planet
 arium\, kids will journey through space to discover stars\, planets\, and
  galaxies\, and learn how ancient stories shaped the constellations we se
 e today. While you wait for your show to begin or to continue the fun aft
 er\, themed crafts will allow young astronauts to further explore constel
 lations.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/B
 lackstoneOmaha/e/etaH37olopI
URL:https://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/etaH37olopI
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:hZRqeJuCJ_c@socialsquares.org
DTSTAMP:20261020T050343Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261201T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261201T170000
SUMMARY:Under the Dundee Sun Book Club
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Join OPL on the first Tuesday of the month for a lively discu
 ssion of this month's featured book. See what we're reading and place hol
 ds on upcoming titles here. Limited copies of the book are available at t
 he A.V. Sorensen Branch.\nOPL Book Club discussions are led by OPL staff 
 and are open to everyone.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://so
 cialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/hZRqeJuCJ_c
URL:https://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/hZRqeJuCJ_c
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:QCPiij6rf6s@socialsquares.org
DTSTAMP:20261020T050343Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261203T190000
SUMMARY:Charm Bracelet Stories
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:What story will your bracelet tell? Create a one-of-a-kind ch
 arm bracelet that reflects who you are\, what you love\, and the experien
 ces that make you unique. Choose beads and meaningful charms—a canoe for 
 your love of the outdoors\, a basketball for your favorite sport\, or sym
 bols of your favorite memories and hobbies. Every bracelet tells a differ
 ent story\, and no two are alike! All materials are provided.\nThis is a 
 free event for kids\, ages 6-12.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhtt
 ps://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/QCPiij6rf6s
URL:https://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/QCPiij6rf6s
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:NeOVdcx26oc@socialsquares.org
DTSTAMP:20261020T050343Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261208T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261208T190000
SUMMARY:Audiobook Crafting Club
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a unique way to enjoy your latest audiobook and m
 eet fellow crafters? The Audiobook Crafting Club invites you to bring you
 r audiobook\, headphones and current project—whether it's knitting\, croc
 heting\, drawing\, or something else—and settle in for a relaxed session 
 of crafting and listening.\nThis low-key\, social-but-solo club is the pe
 rfect way to make progress on your projects\, immerse yourself in a good 
 story\, and enjoy the quiet company of others doing the same.\n\nHosted b
 y Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/NeO
 Vdcx26oc
URL:https://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/NeOVdcx26oc
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:giZehgh8SR4@socialsquares.org
DTSTAMP:20261020T050343Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261210T113000
SUMMARY:Winter Wonderland
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Step into a magical Winter Wonderland at the library! Childre
 n and families are invited to celebrate the snowy season with winter-them
 ed stories\, frosty crafts\, games\, and sparkling fun for all ages. Bund
 le up and join us for an afternoon filled with snowy surprises and cozy l
 ibrary fun!\nThis program does not require registration. Childcare groups
  and other groups larger than 10\, please call in advance.\n\nHosted by O
 maha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/giZehg
 h8SR4
URL:https://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/giZehgh8SR4
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:fOXxHH6r2LU@socialsquares.org
DTSTAMP:20261020T050343Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261212T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261212T113000
SUMMARY:The Birds Around Us: Nebraska Through a Different Lens
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Discover the beauty and diversity of birds found in Nebraska 
 and along the Central Flyway through stunning photography and engaging st
 ories. Gabriel and Jennifer Rivera will share all about fascinating behav
 iors\, habitats\, and migration patterns of birds that pass through our r
 egion as you gain a deeper appreciation for the natural world all around 
 us.\nParents/caregivers must remain with their child(ren) for the duratio
 n of the program\nThis is a free event\, best situated for patrons ages 6
 +.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Blackst
 oneOmaha/e/fOXxHH6r2LU
URL:https://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/fOXxHH6r2LU
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:r2Pa0aUyWs8@socialsquares.org
DTSTAMP:20261020T050343Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261215T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261215T193000
SUMMARY:Lit Happens in Dundee Book Club
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Join OPL on the third Tuesday of the month for a lively discu
 ssion of this month's featured book. See what we're reading and place hol
 ds on upcoming titles here. Limited copies of the book are available at t
 he A.V. Sorensen Branch.\nOPL Book Club discussions are led by OPL staff 
 and are open to everyone.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://so
 cialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/r2Pa0aUyWs8
URL:https://socialsquares.org/BlackstoneOmaha/e/r2Pa0aUyWs8
END:VEVENT
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