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Looking for information about an upcoming library program? Take a look below!
We've organized our list of upcoming events based on age interest. Be sure to check if there are any registration requirements for a library program you are interested in. Some library programs might appear in multiple sections if they are open to a wider age range.
Clubs and organizations that hold meetings at the library have their own separate tab at the bottom of this page. While these events are open to the public and anyone can join them, the library does not plan their activities. If you have more questions beyond the information they have provided us with, we ask you reach out to the club sponsors directly for details.
- 1 Adult Winter Reading starts January 12 ends March 31. For ages 18+ Collect bingo card at library.
- 2 Polar Animal Party ideal for ages 2-6. January 16, 10 a.m. Free.
- 3 Library Sizzle Squad, cooking for ages 10-18, February 4, 4:30 p.m. Nachos. Register Required
- 4 Puzzle Competition January 24, registration required, teams of 2-4
Preschool Party - Polar Party! - KIDS AGES 2-6
Friday, January 16 - 10 a.m.
Bundle up for an exciting journey to the coldest places on earth! We will be having activities centered around polar animals to have some winter fun. From mighty polar bears and curious penguins to arctic foxes you won't want to miss the celebration!
(EVENT IS FULL) Jigsaw Puzzle Competition - ALL AGES
Saturday, January 24- 10 a.m.
Registration Required - Teams of 2-4
Think you're a puzzle master? Want to enjoy a morning of puzzling!? Gather a team of 2-4 people (all age combos accepted) and race to assemble a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle. 1st and 2nd place winners will win a gift card. Puzzles are provided and teams get to take their puzzle home. Feel free to bring a drink to go with the donuts we are providing.
Registration Information: This program will only be held if we get a minimum of 5 teams to register. You may sign up in advance by calling of visiting the front desk. On the day of the competition doors will open at 9:30 a.m. and the contest will begin promptly at 10 a.m. If you show up late you will be at a disadvantage.
Homeschool Activity Contact:
Rachel Bachman - RBachman@CityofLaVista.org
Registering For a Homeschool Activity
Registration is REQUIRED to participate in these free activities. This helps us ensure we have enough space and supplies. To register you can email Rachel Bachman to sign up. Registration opens up 2 weeks before each activity.
Gym Fun & Games
Thursday, January 22, 2 p.m.
Meeting Location: La Vista Community Center
Details: Join us a the community center gym for some games!
Songs & Stories
Program Contact: Rachel Bachman - RBachman@CityofLaVista.org
Details: You and your toddler are invited to join Ms. Rachel in the children's area for reading books and singing songs! Learn some songs and rhymes and meet new friends! Parents and guardians are asked to participate in songs and stories activities and avoid chatting or looking at their phones while we read together.
Age Recommendation: Ages 0-8
Cost: Free!
Upcoming Meetings
- Saturday, January 10 - 9:30 a.m.
- Tuesday, January 13 - 10 a.m.
- Tuesday, January 27 - 10 a.m.
Music & Movement
Program Contact: Rachel Bachman - RBachman@CityofLaVista.org
Details: Get your wiggles out at the library! Toddlers can join us for silly songs and dance that has them get up and moving around. This program also often incorporates some sensory play with dancing scarves, egg shakers, or tambourines. Due to the popularity of this program the library offers two time slots on the same day so there are enough musical instruments and toys to go around. We ask that families come only to one program on the same day.
Age Recommendation: Ages 0-6
Cost: Free!
Upcoming Meetings
- Friday, January 9 - 9:30 or 10:30 a.m.
- Friday, January 23 - 9:30 or 10:30 a.m.
Little Makers
Program Contact: Sarah Shippy - SShippy@CityofLaVista.org
Details: Drop in for a themed craft of hands-on activity! Little Makers happens the same mornings as Music & Movement so you can come early or stay a little after your dancing to do this program. Some activities will only be available while supplies last.
Age Recommendation: Ages 0-6
Cost: Free!
Upcoming Meetings
- Friday, January 9 - 9-11:30 a.m.
- Friday, January 23 - 9-11:30 a.m.
Friday Friends
Program Contact: Rachel Bachman - RBachman@CityofLaVista.org
Details: Play with other friends at the library in the storytime toy room! During the warmer months this group will also sometimes change locations to meet at a local park to play outside. A wonderful way for toddlers and parents alike to make new friends.
Age Recommendation: Ages 0-6
Cost: Free!
Upcoming Meetings
- No Meeting in January
Morning/Afternoon Playtimes
Program Contact: Rachel Bachman - RBachman@CityofLaVista.org
Details: Play with other friends at the library in the storytime toy room! The library will open up the storytime room at certain times during the month for an hour. Ideal for ages 8 and under.
Age Recommendation: Ages 0-8
Cost: Free!
Upcoming Meetings
- Afternoon Playtime - Thursday, January 8 - 3:30 p.m.
- Monday Playtime - Monday, January 26 - 10 a.m.
Songs & Stories
Program Contact: Rachel Bachman - RBachman@CityofLaVista.org
Details: You and your toddler are invited to join Ms. Rachel in the children's area for reading books and singing songs! Learn some songs and rhymes and meet new friends! Parents and guardians are asked to participate in songs and stories activities and avoid chatting or looking at their phones while we read together.
Age Recommendation: Ages 0-8
Cost: Free!
Upcoming Meetings
- Saturday, January 10 - 9:30 a.m.
- Tuesday, January 13 - 10 a.m.
- Tuesday, January 27 - 10 a.m.
Music & Movement
Program Contact: Rachel Bachman - RBachman@CityofLaVista.org
Details: Get your wiggles out at the library! Toddlers can join us for silly songs and dance that has them get up and moving around. This program also often incorporates some sensory play with dancing scarves, egg shakers, or tambourines. Due to the popularity of this program the library offers two time slots on the same day so there are enough musical instruments and toys to go around. We ask that families come only to one program on the same day.
Age Recommendation: Ages 0-6
Cost: Free!
Upcoming Meetings
- Friday, January 9 - 9:30 or 10:30 a.m.
- Friday, January 23 - 9:30 or 10:30 a.m.
Little Makers
Program Contact: Sarah Shippy - SShippy@CityofLaVista.org
Details: Drop in for a themed craft of hands-on activity! Little Makers happens the same mornings as Music & Movement so you can come early or stay a little after your dancing to do this program. Some activities will only be available while supplies last.
Age Recommendation: Ages 0-6
Cost: Free!
Upcoming Meetings
- Friday, January 9 - 9-11:30 a.m.
- Friday, January 23 - 9-11:30 a.m.
Friday Friends
Program Contact: Rachel Bachman - RBachman@CityofLaVista.org
Details: Play with other friends at the library in the storytime toy room! During the warmer months this group will also sometimes change locations to meet at a local park to play outside. A wonderful way for toddlers and parents alike to make new friends.
Age Recommendation: Ages 0-6
Cost: Free!
Upcoming Meetings
- No Meeting in January
Morning/Afternoon Playtimes
Program Contact: Rachel Bachman - RBachman@CityofLaVista.org
Details: Play with other friends at the library in the storytime toy room! The library will open up the storytime room at certain times during the month for an hour. Ideal for ages 8 and under.
Age Recommendation: Ages 0-8
Cost: Free!
Upcoming Meetings
- Afternoon Playtime - Thursday, January 8 - 3:30 p.m.
- Monday Playtime - Monday, January 26 - 10 a.m.
LEGO Club
Program Contact: Jodi Norton - JNorton@CityofLaVista.org
Details: Everything is awesome at LEGO Club! This group meets on the fourth Tuesday after school to participate in building challenges and activities. The library supplies the LEGOs to build with. When we are done we often display the creations around the library for the whole community to appreciate. Parent participation for children 10 and under is required.
Age Recommendation: All Ages
Cost: Free!
Upcoming Meetings
- Tuesday, January 6 - 3:30 p.m.
Boredom Busters
Program Contact: Ashley Wemhoff
Details: Join us after school at the library on the second and fourth Tuesday for some fun! We'll be playing games, doing a craft, or something else exciting.
Age Recommendation: Ages 8-12
Cost: Free!
Upcoming Meetings
- Tuesday, January 13- 3:30 p.m. (Flip 7 Card Game)
- Tuesday, January 27 - 3:30 p.m. (Color Table)
LEGO Club
Program Contact: Jodi Norton - JNorton@CityofLaVista.org
Details: Everything is awesome at LEGO Club! This group meets on the fourth Tuesday after school to participate in building challenges and activities. The library supplies the LEGOs to build with. When we are done we often display the creations around the library for the whole community to appreciate. Parent participation for children 10 and under is required.
Age Recommendation: All Ages
Cost: Free!
Upcoming Meetings
- Tuesday, February 3- 3:30 p.m.
Manga & Anime Club
Program Contact: Ashley Wemhoff - AWemhoff@CityofLaVista.org
Details: Love watching anime? Join us after school to tune in to some of our favorites for an hour. Parents and guardians should know that some of the anime we watch will be rated TV 14+. Snacks and activities included. Meets the fourth Wednesday of every month. Feel free to bring a friend!
Age Recommendation: Ages 10-18
Cost: Free!
Upcoming Meetings
- Wednesday, January 28 - 4 p.m. - Watching Naruto
Boredom Busters
Program Contact: Ashley Wemhoff
Details: Join us after school at the library on the second and fourth Tuesday for some fun! We'll be playing games, doing a craft, or something else exciting.
Age Recommendation: Ages 8-12
Cost: Free!
Upcoming Meetings
- Tuesday, January 13 - 3:30 p.m. (Flip 7 Card Game)
- Tuesday, January 27 - 3:30 p.m. (Color Table)
Library Youth Advisory Board
Program Contact: Ashley Wemhoff - AWemhoff@CityofLaVista.org
Details: Open to students in 5th-12th grade. This group helps plan library activities, volunteer for library projects, and recommends books they'd like to see in the library. Meetings last an hour with the first 20 minutes for discussion and planning. The rest of the time is used to work on projects or to play board games or for other group activities. Pizza provided.
Age Recommendation: Ages 10-18
Cost: Free!
Upcoming Meetings
- Monday, February 9 - 5 p.m.
Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club
Program Contact: Ashley Wemhoff - AWemhoff@CityofLaVista.org
Details: Want to learn how to play D&D? Looking for a group to join? Join the library's D&D club! We usually meet the first and third Monday. Some days we start at 4 p.m. and play two hours and other days we start at 5 p.m. and only play for an hour to accommodate for a book club that meets right before. Beginning players welcome.
Age Recommendation: Ages 10-18
Cost: Free!
Upcoming Monday Group Meetings
- LIBRARY IS CLOSED - Monday, January 19 --> We will meet the next week
- Monday, January 26 - 4 p.m.
Game Night
Program Contact: Ashley Wemhoff - AWemhoff@CityofLaVista.org
Details: We are getting out the library's gaming systems to play together! Join us for board games, video games, and snacks!
Age Recommendation: Ages 10-18
Cost: Free!
Upcoming Meetings
- Jackbox Party Games!
- Thursday, January 15 - 5-7 p.m.
Teen Crafts
Program Contact: Ashley Wemhoff - AWemhoff@CityofLaVista.org
Details: Teens can join us for a special craft night at the library. Each month we make something new. This program is usually open to drop-in, but some activities may require registration to ensure there are enough supplies.
Age Recommendation: Ages 12+
Upcoming Meetings
- Thursday January 22 - 5 p.m. - Bookbinding - REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Ages 12+
Library Sizzle Squad
Program Contact: Ashley Wemhoff - AWemhoff@CityofLaVista.org
Details: This cooking program encourages kids to learn new skills and make something delicious! If your child will be allergic to one of the ingredients in the monthly recipe contact Ms. Ashley to see if it is possible to substitute something in the recipe. This program typically runs and hour, but may run a bit longer if we are making something that needs to cook longer than a half hour. We do require registration to participate because we need to know how much food to purchase. Held the first Wednesday of the month during the school year (September-May).
Age Recommendation: Ages 10-18
FREE!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED: (Call the library 402-537-3900)
Upcoming Meetings
- Wednesday, February 4 - 4:30 p.m. - Recipe: Loaded Nachos
Library Sizzle Squad
Program Contact: Ashley Wemhoff - AWemhoff@CityofLaVista.org
Details: This cooking program encourages kids to learn new skills and make something delicious! If your child will be allergic to one of the ingredients in the monthly recipe contact Ms. Ashley to see if it is possible to substitute something in the recipe. This program typically runs and hour, but may run a bit longer if we are making something that needs to cook longer than a half hour. We do require registration to participate because we need to know how much food to purchase. Held the first Wednesday of the month during the school year (September-May).
Age Recommendation: Ages 10-18
FREE!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED: (Call the library 402-537-3900)
Upcoming Meetings
- Wednesday, February 4 - 4:30 p.m. - Recipe: Loaded Nachos
Manga & Anime Club
Program Contact: Ashley Wemhoff - AWemhoff@CityofLaVista.org
Details: Love watching anime? Join us after school to tune in to some of our favorites for an hour or do an activity together. Parents and guardians should know that some of the anime we watch will be rated TV 14+. Snacks and activities included. Meets the fourth Wednesday of every month. Feel free to bring a friend!
Age Recommendation: Ages 10-18
Cost: Free!
Upcoming Meetings
- Wednesday, January 28 - 4 p.m. - Watching Naruto
Library Youth Advisory Board
Program Contact: Ashley Wemhoff - AWemhoff@CityofLaVista.org
Details: Open to students in 5th-12th grade. This group helps plan library activities, volunteer for library projects, and recommends books they'd like to see in the library. Meetings last an hour with the first 20 minutes for discussion and planning. The rest of the time is used to work on projects or to play board games or for other group activities. Pizza provided.
Age Recommendation: Ages 10-18
Cost: Free!
Upcoming Meetings
- Monday, February 9 - 5 p.m.
Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club
Program Contact: Ashley Wemhoff - AWemhoff@CityofLaVista.org
Details: Want to learn how to play D&D? Looking for a group to join? Join the library's D&D club! We usually meet the first and third Monday. Some days we start at 4 p.m. and play two hours and other days we start at 5 p.m. and only play for an hour to accommodate for a book club that meets right before. Beginning players welcome.
Age Recommendation: Ages 10-18
Cost: Free!
Upcoming Monday Group Meetings
- LIBRARY CLOSED - Monday, January 19 --> We will meet the next week
- Monday, January 26 - 4 p.m.
Game Night
Program Contact: Ashley Wemhoff - AWemhoff@CityofLaVista.org
Details: We are getting out the library's gaming systems to play together! Join us for board games, video games, and snacks!
Age Recommendation: Ages 10-18
Cost: Free!
Upcoming Meetings
- Jackbox Party Games
- Thursday, January 15 - 5-7 p.m.
Teen Crafts
Program Contact: Ashley Wemhoff - AWemhoff@CityofLaVista.org
Details: Teens can join us for a special craft night at the library. Each month we make something new. This program is usually open to drop-in, but some activities may require registration to ensure there are enough supplies.
Age Recommendation: Ages 12+
Upcoming Meetings
- Tuesday, January 22 - 5 p.m. - Bookbinding - REGISTRATION REQUIRED (Ages 12+)
Crafter Dark
Program Contact: Cedate Shultz - CShultz@CityofLaVista.org
Details: It's adult craft night at the library! This program is usually drop-in, but occasionally we ask for registration for special projects so we have enough supplies.
Age Recommendation: Ages 18+
Cost: Free!
Upcoming Meetings
- Monday, January 26 - 6 p.m.
Watercolor Class
Program Contact: Cedate Shultz - CShultz@CityofLaVista.org
Details: Learn some tips and tricks for creating watercolor masterpieces. This program happens once a month on a Saturday. All levels of experience are welcome to sign up. Supplies for your watercolor project are provided. Space in the class is limited so sign up early if you want to participate.
Age Recommendation: Ages 18+
Cost: Free!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED: (Call the library 402-537-3900)
Upcoming Meetings
- Saturday, January 17 - 1 p.m.
Arts & Crafts Club
Program Contact: Cedate Shultz - CShultz@CityofLaVista.org
Details: Bring your current art or craft project and spend time creating along with other budding artists! Share ideas and enjoy some quiet time for reflection and creation. This is not a class, and participants must bring their own art materials.
Age Recommendation: Ages 18+
BRING YOUR OWN SUPPLIES
Upcoming Meetings
- Saturday, January 24 - 11 a.m.
Adult Card Club
Program Contact: Cedate Shultz - CShultz@CityofLaVista.org
Details: Meet for socialization and a good game of cards. Playing cards will be provided as well as other card games such as UNO, Exploding Kittens, Phase 10, and more! Light refreshments will be provided. Solo players and groups are welcome.
Age Recommendation: Ages 18+
Cost: Free!
Upcoming Meetings.
- Thursday, January 22 - 3 p.m.
Book Clubs
Program Contact: Cedate Shultz - CShultz@CityofLaVista.org
Details: The library has several book clubs for you to join.
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Age Recommendation: Ages 18+
Cost: FREE! The library provides the books for you to borrow.
American Red Cross
The American Red Cross frequently hosts blood drives at the library. To sign up to give blood you may check their website to see if they will be at the library soon.
American Red Cross Website
Fly-Tying - With the Nebraska Cornhusker Fly Fishers
The Nebraska Cornhusker Fly Fishers visit the library on the first Thursday of the month from 6-8 p.m. They don't meet in June or July. Anyone is welcome to join them (teens and children too!). They will teach you how to make fly lures for fly fishing. They meet in the makerspace area so pop over and say hello!
Cornhusker Fly Fishers Blog
Greater Omaha Genealogical Society (GOGS)
Once a month the Omaha Genealogical Society has an educational seminar at the library on a Sunday afternoon. If you are interested in learning more about your ancestry and how to record it, you are welcome to join them! The library will post topics and dates of the seminars as we receive them. Occasionally this group will meet at other locations to tour other library archives and resources.
Greater Omaha Genealogical Society Website
2026 Seminar Topics Coming Soon
Midwest Historical Detectors Club
If you have ever been interested in metal detecting then this might be the club for you! This organization meets at the library once a month and frequently bring in some interesting things they've found and discuss their historical significance. If you would like to contact them for more information you can reach them at their Facebook page linked below.
Midwest Historical Detectors Club Facebook Page
Omaha Organization for Purpose of Storytelling (OOPS)
Devoted to teaching both how to tell stories and the practice of sharing them, OOPS is made up of storytellers from Omaha and eastern Nebraska. They typically meet the third Sunday afternoon at the La Vista Public Library. If you are interested in listening in on their stories, or want to learn how to be a storyteller yourself be sure to reach out! Their website and Facebook page are linked below.
OOPS Nebraska Website
Omaha Organization for Purpose of Storytelling (OOPS) Facebook Page