BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Social Squares//The Country Club Square//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Country Club Square X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/Chicago X-WR-CALDESC:Everything happening in Country Club\, read before it goes u p. REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT6H X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT6H BEGIN:VEVENT UID:5A74ltY1FrA@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T045701Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T193000 SUMMARY:Beginning Drawing LOCATION:Benson Branch\, 6015 Binney Street\, Omaha\, NE DESCRIPTION:Discover the basics of drawing in this beginner-friendly clas s led by artist Yulia Brynskikh. Participants will learn foundational tec hniques using simple tools such as pencils while exploring line\, shading \, and observation. No prior drawing experience is needed. All supplies w ill be provided.\nThis is a free event for adults 19+. Registration is re quired.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Co untryClubOmaha/e/5A74ltY1FrA URL:https://socialsquares.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/5A74ltY1FrA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:-sa10dOlniU@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T045701Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T100000 SUMMARY:Baby Storytime LOCATION:Benson Branch\, 6015 Binney Street\, 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/CountryClubOmaha/e/- sa10dOlniU URL:https://socialsquares.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/-sa10dOlniU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:_IMFfC9CsjY@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T045701Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T110000 SUMMARY:Music & Movement LOCATION:Benson Branch\, 6015 Binney Street\, 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/CountryClubOmaha/e/_IMFfC9CsjY URL:https://socialsquares.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/_IMFfC9CsjY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:sM7t1Hbm8y0@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T045701Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T140000 SUMMARY:Kids Reading Club LOCATION:Benson Branch\, 6015 Binney Street\, Omaha\, NE DESCRIPTION:The Kids Reading Club is for elementary students who are new to reading! We will talk about books\, practice reading\, and sometimes h ave special guests. The Kids Reading Club meets on the fourth Saturday of the month at 1pm for one hour. The book is chosen and handed out at the previous month's meeting.\nLimited copies of the book are available at Be nson Branch.\nParents/caregivers must remain with their child(ren) for th e duration of the program.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://s ocialsquares.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/sM7t1Hbm8y0 URL:https://socialsquares.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/sM7t1Hbm8y0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:DRku73Ht0Cg@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T045701Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T100000 SUMMARY:Baby Storytime LOCATION:Benson Branch\, 6015 Binney Street\, 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/CountryClubOmaha/e/D Rku73Ht0Cg URL:https://socialsquares.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/DRku73Ht0Cg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:_kuzjhjBgNY@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T045701Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T110000 SUMMARY:Music & Movement LOCATION:Benson Branch\, 6015 Binney Street\, 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/CountryClubOmaha/e/_kuzjhjBgNY URL:https://socialsquares.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/_kuzjhjBgNY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:_8qSZQIFnkI@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T045701Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261102T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261102T170000 SUMMARY:Teen Hangout LOCATION:Benson Branch\, 6015 Binney Street\, Omaha\, NE DESCRIPTION:Join us for a teen-only hangout where you can dive into craft s\, try out games\, explore cool hobbies\, and chill with friends in a sp ace full of music and good vibes. Come spark your imagination and discove r something new!\nThis is a free program for teens 13-18 years old.\n\nHo sted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/CountryClubOmah a/e/_8qSZQIFnkI URL:https://socialsquares.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/_8qSZQIFnkI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:MqKM2ygY8wU@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T045701Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T150000 SUMMARY:Winter Wildlife Survival LOCATION:Benson Branch\, 6015 Binney Street\, Omaha\, NE DESCRIPTION:Learn how animals survive and thrive during Nebraska’s cold w inter months in this engaging and educational program with our partners f rom Nebraska Wildlife Rehab. Participants will be introduced to the conce pt of basic animal adaptations and explore how Nebraska’s native wildlife use physical traits and behaviors to withstand harsh winter conditions. Perfect for curious learners\, this program builds an understanding of lo cal wildlife while encouraging appreciation for the natural world.\n\nHos ted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/CountryClubOmaha /e/MqKM2ygY8wU URL:https://socialsquares.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/MqKM2ygY8wU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:wgnpX229Erc@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T045701Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T191500 SUMMARY:Benson Mystery Book Club LOCATION:Benson Branch\, 6015 Binney Street\, Omaha\, NE DESCRIPTION:Join OPL on the second Tuesday of the month for a lively disc ussion of this month's featured book. See what we're reading and place ho lds on upcoming titles here. Limited copies of the book are available at Benson Branch.\nOPL Book Club discussions are led by OPL staff and are op en to everyone.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquare s.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/wgnpX229Erc URL:https://socialsquares.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/wgnpX229Erc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:h_g0V_F-YYs@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T045701Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261112T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261112T120000 SUMMARY:Benson Pageturners Book Club LOCATION:Benson Branch\, 6015 Binney Street\, Omaha\, NE DESCRIPTION:Join OPL on the second Thursday of the month for a lively dis cussion of this month's featured book. See what we're reading and place h olds on upcoming titles here. Limited copies of the book are available at Benson Branch.\nOPL Book Club discussions are led by OPL staff and are o pen to everyone.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquar es.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/h_g0V_F-YYs URL:https://socialsquares.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/h_g0V_F-YYs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:XLJm7lyaVqc@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T045701Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T113000 SUMMARY:Brief History of the Five Tribes of Nebraska LOCATION:Benson Branch\, 6015 Binney Street\, Omaha\, NE DESCRIPTION:Nancy Gillis from Humanities Nebraska will speak on the origi ns\, history and current state of the five tribes of Nebraska: Omaha\, Po nca\, Pawnee\, Santee\, and Winnebago. Of Cherokee/Choctaw descent\, Ms. Gillis was the Executive Director of the John Neihardt State Historic Sit e and its Institute for Vision and Learning for 19 years\, retiring in 20 19.\nThis is a free event for 19+. Registration is required and opens Oct . 1.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Count ryClubOmaha/e/XLJm7lyaVqc URL:https://socialsquares.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/XLJm7lyaVqc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:wzxCsiXHtOU@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T045701Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T193000 SUMMARY:Adult Writing Club LOCATION:Benson Branch\, 6015 Binney Street\, Omaha\, NE DESCRIPTION:In this informal writing club\, there are no assigned prompts – you just come to write amongst peers! After a period of quiet writing time\, we’ll transition to a brief share-out. You are not obligated to sh are your work. Writers of all genres are welcome! If you have writer’s bl ock\, or want to experiment with creative writing\, prompts and writing d ice are available for use!\nThis is a free event for adults and does not require registration.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://social squares.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/wzxCsiXHtOU URL:https://socialsquares.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/wzxCsiXHtOU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:7cbqTnVcGp8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T045701Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261121T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261121T160000 SUMMARY:Other Worlds Book Club LOCATION:Benson Branch\, 6015 Binney Street\, Omaha\, NE DESCRIPTION:Join OPL on the third Saturday of the month for a lively disc ussion of this month's featured book. See what we're reading and place ho lds on upcoming titles here. Limited copies of the book are available at Benson Branch.\nOPL Book Club discussions are led by OPL staff and are op en to everyone.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquare s.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/7cbqTnVcGp8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/7cbqTnVcGp8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:o0fGRfA7Hjs@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T045701Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261128T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261128T140000 SUMMARY:Kids Reading Club LOCATION:Benson Branch\, 6015 Binney Street\, Omaha\, NE DESCRIPTION:The Kids Reading Club is for elementary students who are new to reading! We will talk about books\, practice reading\, and sometimes h ave special guests. The Kids Reading Club meets on the fourth Saturday of the month at 1pm for one hour. The book is chosen and handed out at the previous month's meeting.\nLimited copies of the book are available at Be nson Branch.\nParents/caregivers must remain with their child(ren) for th e duration of the program.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://s ocialsquares.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/o0fGRfA7Hjs URL:https://socialsquares.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/o0fGRfA7Hjs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:H6bhWo6vDvY@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T045701Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261207T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261207T190000 SUMMARY:Accessible Art LOCATION:Benson Branch\, 6015 Binney Street\, Omaha\, NE DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxed and creative art session designed for p eople of all ages and abilities. A teaching artist from WhyArts will guid e participants through an adaptable\, hands-on project that encourages se lf-expression and exploration.\nAll materials will be provided while supp lies last\, just bring your creativity and enjoy a welcoming space where everyone can create their own way!\nParents/caregivers must remain with t heir child(ren) and/or vulnerable person(s) for the duration of the progr am…\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Countr yClubOmaha/e/H6bhWo6vDvY URL:https://socialsquares.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/H6bhWo6vDvY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:EZLJBReY4Hw@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T045701Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261208T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261208T191500 SUMMARY:Benson Mystery Book Club LOCATION:Benson Branch\, 6015 Binney Street\, Omaha\, NE DESCRIPTION:Join OPL on the second Tuesday of the month for a lively disc ussion of this month's featured book. See what we're reading and place ho lds on upcoming titles here. Limited copies of the book are available at Benson Branch.\nOPL Book Club discussions are led by OPL staff and are op en to everyone.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquare s.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/EZLJBReY4Hw URL:https://socialsquares.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/EZLJBReY4Hw END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:B6ypad1zD_0@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T045701Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261210T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261210T120000 SUMMARY:Benson Pageturners Book Club LOCATION:Benson Branch\, 6015 Binney Street\, Omaha\, NE DESCRIPTION:Join OPL on the second Thursday of the month for a lively dis cussion of this month's featured book. See what we're reading and place h olds on upcoming titles here. Limited copies of the book are available at Benson Branch.\nOPL Book Club discussions are led by OPL staff and are o pen to everyone.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquar es.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/B6ypad1zD_0 URL:https://socialsquares.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/B6ypad1zD_0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:oRWvdUtUJC8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T045701Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261212T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261212T140000 SUMMARY:Dragon Egg Creations LOCATION:Benson Branch\, 6015 Binney Street\, Omaha\, NE DESCRIPTION:Dragon Egg Creations is a fun\, hands-on art program for kids ages 6–12! Create and decorate two magical dragon eggs using clay\, Styr ofoam\, gems\, and dragon eyes. Build cozy nests to keep your eggs safe\, then design your own dragon mask and transform into a dragon. Perfect fo r creative kids who love dragons\, fantasy\, and making one-of-a-kind art !\nParents/caregivers must remain with their child(ren) for the duration of the program and are encouraged to help younger children with the activ ity.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Count ryClubOmaha/e/oRWvdUtUJC8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/oRWvdUtUJC8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:aW_JyB0JvwI@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T045701Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261217T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261217T193000 SUMMARY:Writing Club LOCATION:Benson Branch\, 6015 Binney Street\, Omaha\, NE DESCRIPTION:In this informal writing club\, there are no assigned prompts – you just come to write amongst peers! After a period of quiet writing time\, we’ll transition to a brief share-out. You are not obligated to sh are your work. Writers of all genres are welcome!\nThis is a free event f or adults and does not require registration.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Li brary\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/aW_JyB0JvwI URL:https://socialsquares.org/CountryClubOmaha/e/aW_JyB0JvwI END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR