This week on The Book Drop, we share travel-inspired reads and highlight dream destination spots from our listeners. This is The Book Drop.

All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast. 

Happening at the Library: 

• Neighborhood Walking Tour | Sunday, May 18, 2 to 4 p.m. at Downtown Branch 
• Out & About Storytime: Joslyn Castle & Gardens | Monday, May 19, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Joslyn Castle & Gardens
• Finding Dirk: Insanity in the 19th Century (Virtual Program) | Tuesday, May 20, 5 to 6 p.m. Online

Explore all upcoming events at omahalibrary.org/events.

This week on The Book Drop, we dive into the fun of the Summer Reading Program and share tips for enjoying all the events, activities, and books the library has to offer. This is The Book Drop.

All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast.

Happening at the Library:
World Collage Day | Saturday, May 10, 1 to 4 p.m. at Genealogy & Local History Room

Calm & Centered: Practices for Stress Relief and Resilience | Wednesday, May 14, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Florence Branch

Talk and Tote – Debut Authors | Thursday, May 15, 6 to 7 p.m. at Milton R. Abrahams Branch

Explore all upcoming events at omahalibrary.org/events.

On the latest episode of the New Title Drop, Angela and Melanie kick it off with a chat about what’s in their podcast queues before diving into the fresh reads you won’t want to miss this month.

Check out this month's titles and place holds here or visit omahalibrary.org/podcast. 

Check in with us on the first Tuesday of every month to hear about books we think you should be excited about.

This week on The Book Drop, we explore this month’s reading challenge, books that celebrate libraries, bookstores, and the stories within them, with help from fellow book lovers in our community. This is The Book Drop.

All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast.

Happening at the Library: 
May 3rd, is Free Comic Book Day and we have a few programs to help celebrate this GREAT day! 

• Superhero Training | Saturday, May 3, 9 a.m. to noon, at Downtown Branch, Florence Branch and A.V. Sorensen Branch
• Comic Book Workshop | Saturday, May 3, 2025, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at at South Omaha Library and 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Saddlebrook Branch
• Science of Superheroes: The Origins and Power of Superman | Saturday, May 3, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.  at Benson Branch
• Genealogy of Superheroes | Saturday, May 3, 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Genealogy & Local History Room

Explore all upcoming events at omahalibrary.org/events.

This week on The Book Drop, we’re joined by author Ramona Ausubel to talk about her new novel The Last Animal, selected for the National Book Foundation’s Science + Literature program, and to give a sneak peek at her upcoming Omaha event (register for free here)!

All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast. 

Happening at the Library: 

• Gardening Workshop with No More Empty Pots | Sunday, April 27, 2 p.m. at Milton R. Abrahams Branch
• Kamishibai: Japanese Paper Theater | Monday, April 28, 6 p.m. at W. Clarke Swanson Branch
• Out & About Storytime: Dundee Community Garden | Wednesday, April 30, 10 a.m. at Dundee Community Garden

Explore all upcoming events at omahalibrary.org/events.

This week on The Book Drop, we tap into our Midwestern expertise to talk all things weather, from winter blizzards to summer storms, and share our favorite reads and resources for staying weather-aware. This is The Book Drop.

All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast. 

Happening at the Library: 

• Stories After Dark: Awkward Moments | Saturday, April 19, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at W. Clarke Swanson Branch
• Author Visit: Alena Bruzas | Wednesday, April 23, 6 p.m. at Milton R. Abrahams Branch
• Skeletons on the Screen: Dr. Katie East | Friday, April 18,  2 p.m. at Saddlebrook Branch

Explore all upcoming events at omahalibrary.org/events.

This week on The Book Drop, we celebrate National Poetry Month with Nebraska State Poet Jewel Rodgers, exploring the power of poetry and its ability to connect us all. This is The Book Drop.

All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast.

Happening at the Library:
Author Visit: Geo Rutherford | Saturday, April 12, 2:30 p.m. at A.V. Sorensen Branch

Talk and Tote – Debut Authors | Monday, April 14, 6 p.m. at Downtown Branch

Find Your Family History in City Directories (Virtual Program) | Thursday, April 17, 5 p.m., Online event

Writers Workshop: Legends in the Making | Saturday, April 19, 1 p.m. at Benson Branch

Explore all upcoming events at omahalibrary.org/events.

This week on The Book Drop, we’re breaking down one of the 2025 Reading Challenge themes and sharing book recommendations that explore what it means to belong.

All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast. 

Happening at the Library: 

• Comic Book Workshop | Saturday, April 5, 2 to 3:30 p.m. at Florence Branch
• Writers Workshop: Writing Family Histories Through Memoir | Monday, April 7, 5:30 7:30 p.m. at Genealogy and Local History Room
• Author Visit: Geo Rutherford | Saturday, April 12, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at A.V. Sorensen Branch

Explore all upcoming events at omahalibrary.org/events.

On the latest episode of New Title Drop, Angela and Melanie kick things off with a fun chat about their pets in honor of National Pet Day before diving into their top picks for exciting new book releases this April!

Check out this month's titles and place holds here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast. 

Check in with us on the first Tuesday of every month to hear about books we think you should be excited about.

This week on The Book Drop, it is time to tackle spring cleaning and DIY projects! Whether you’re ready to declutter or need a little motivation, we’ve got tips, library resources, and insights from Keep Omaha Beautiful to get you started.

All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast. 

Happening at the Library: 

• Gardening Workshop with No More Empty Pots | Saturday, March 29, 2 to 3 p.m. at Benson Branch
• Wonderful Worms | Saturday, March 29, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at W. Clarke Swanson Branch
• Volunteer Garden Cleanup | Saturday, April 12, 9 to 11 a.m. at Charles B. Washington Branch

Explore all upcoming events at omahalibrary.org/events.