BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Social Squares//The Florence Square//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Florence Square X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/Chicago X-WR-CALDESC:Everything happening in Florence\, read before it goes up. REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT6H X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT6H BEGIN:VEVENT UID:MmIKB8wznbc@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T050130Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T110000 SUMMARY:Storytime at Omaha Public Library LOCATION:Florence Branch\, 2920 Bondesson St.\, Omaha\, NE DESCRIPTION:Experience stories\, creative movement\, music and more. Expl ore the early literacy skills of singing\, playing\, reading\, talking an d writing in each storytime. Children of all ages are welcome\; storytime s will be tailored for the age of the children present.\nChildcare groups and groups larger than 10\, please call in advance.\n\nHosted by Omaha P ublic Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/FlorenceOmaha/e/MmIKB8wznbc URL:https://socialsquares.org/FlorenceOmaha/e/MmIKB8wznbc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2Lm8exe5NqI@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T050130Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T160000 SUMMARY:Princess Bride Escape Room LOCATION:Florence Branch\, 2920 Bondesson St.\, Omaha\, NE DESCRIPTION:Inconceivable! The Dread Pirate Roberts is in trouble\, and t rue love hangs in the balance. Gather your wits to solve clues and puzzle s inspired by " The Princess Bride " by William Goldman. Can you prove th at true love and quick thinking can conquer all?\nNo prior knowledge of t he book or movie is necessary to participate!\nThis is a free event for a dults.\nRegistration is required and opens September 1. There will be 2 e scape rooms: one at 2 p.m. and one at 3 p.m.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Li brary\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/FlorenceOmaha/e/2Lm8exe5NqI URL:https://socialsquares.org/FlorenceOmaha/e/2Lm8exe5NqI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:C8C7mlA97BQ@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T050130Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T120000 SUMMARY:Spooktacular LOCATION:Florence Branch\, 2920 Bondesson 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!\nIn the Library there will be Storytime and Crafts. In th e Community Center will be Open Gym and Trick or Treating.\nParents/careg ivers must remain with their child(ren) for the duration of the program a nd are encouraged to help younger children with the activity.\n\nHosted b y Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/FlorenceOmaha/e/C8C7m lA97BQ URL:https://socialsquares.org/FlorenceOmaha/e/C8C7mlA97BQ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:eVehLm542fU@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T050130Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T113000 SUMMARY:Fat Bear Week Storytime LOCATION:Florence Branch\, 2920 Bondesson St.\, Omaha\, NE DESCRIPTION:In honor of Fat Bear Week\, join in on the Fat Bear Fun at OP L with a special storytime. Enjoy books and songs about bears followed by crafting handmade binoculars to spot the Fat Bear Hall of Champions arou nd the library. This event will be sure to entertain our littlest bear sc outs! Parents/caregivers must remain with their child(ren) for the durati on of the program and are encouraged to help younger children with the ac tivity.\nThis is a free event for kids ages birth-10.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/FlorenceOmaha/e/eVehLm542fU URL:https://socialsquares.org/FlorenceOmaha/e/eVehLm542fU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:eqSfy8YrfNc@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T050130Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T110000 SUMMARY:Read to a Dog LOCATION:Florence Branch\, 2920 Bondesson St.\, Omaha\, NE DESCRIPTION:Kids will have the opportunity for a one-on-one reading sessi on with Bella\, a Labrador Retriever/registered therapy dog\, and her han dler. This program is first-come\, first-served.\nParents/caregivers must remain with their child(ren) under 11 for the duration of the program.\n \nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/FlorenceOma ha/e/eqSfy8YrfNc URL:https://socialsquares.org/FlorenceOmaha/e/eqSfy8YrfNc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:YMEU3oJ3Czg@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T050130Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261121T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261121T150000 SUMMARY:Winter Wildlife Survival LOCATION:Florence Branch\, 2920 Bondesson St.\, 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/FlorenceOmaha/e/ YMEU3oJ3Czg URL:https://socialsquares.org/FlorenceOmaha/e/YMEU3oJ3Czg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:uVPnQTu94Vc@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T050130Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261128T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261128T160000 SUMMARY:Bookbinding Workshop LOCATION:Florence Branch\, 2920 Bondesson St.\, Omaha\, NE DESCRIPTION:Join teaching artist\, Chelsea Herman as she guides you throu gh the stab binding technique! Learn about the variations of this non-adh esive binding style that originated in China\, Japan\, and Korea\, then b ind your own custom book.\nThis traditional binding is ideal for artwork\ , poetry\, and working creatively with thin\, translucent\, or handmade p apers. Hardcover variations are well suited for heavier weight papers or photo albums. All materials are provided.\nThis is a free event for adult s.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Florenc eOmaha/e/uVPnQTu94Vc URL:https://socialsquares.org/FlorenceOmaha/e/uVPnQTu94Vc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:GnmGZbH5FNc@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T050130Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261201T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261201T193000 SUMMARY:Modern Calligraphy for Beginners LOCATION:Florence Branch\, 2920 Bondesson St.\, Omaha\, NE DESCRIPTION:Join Sip & Script for pretty lettering! Whether you’re a stat ionery nerd\, DIY Bride-to-be\, or just a crafty individual\, you’ll be i ntroduced to modern calligraphy with a pointed dip pen and ink in this wo rkshop. We will cover all the basics and prepare you to add those unique lettered details to your snail mail\, wedding paper goods\, home decor\, and more!\nClass includes 1.5 hours of instruction and demonstration\, a beginner’s calligraphy kit (two nibs\, black ink pot\, 2 letter guides\, tracing…\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/F lorenceOmaha/e/GnmGZbH5FNc URL:https://socialsquares.org/FlorenceOmaha/e/GnmGZbH5FNc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:Fw1xGN7RUyE@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T050130Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261212T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261212T110000 SUMMARY:Read to a Dog LOCATION:Florence Branch\, 2920 Bondesson St.\, Omaha\, NE DESCRIPTION:Kids will have the opportunity for a one-on-one reading sessi on with Bella\, a Labrador Retriever/registered therapy dog\, and her han dler. This program is first-come\, first-served.\nParents/caregivers must remain with their child(ren) under 11 for the duration of the program.\n \nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/FlorenceOma ha/e/Fw1xGN7RUyE URL:https://socialsquares.org/FlorenceOmaha/e/Fw1xGN7RUyE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:uz1eiRIssqA@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261020T050130Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261216T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261216T160000 SUMMARY:Talk and Tote LOCATION:Florence Branch\, 2920 Bondesson St.\, Omaha\, NE DESCRIPTION:Come have fun decorating your own unique book tote using a va riety of art supplies! Get creative\, show off your style\, and make a to te that’s all your own.\nBook talks\, discussions\, and recommendations a re welcome—but not required! Just bring your creativity and have some fun .\nThis event is for Teens 13-18. Registration is required and opens Nov. 1. Please call 402.444.5299 or email fb-managers@omahalibrary.org to reg ister.\n\nHosted by Omaha Public Library\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Flo renceOmaha/e/uz1eiRIssqA URL:https://socialsquares.org/FlorenceOmaha/e/uz1eiRIssqA END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR