The Book Drop

This week on The Book Drop, we explore spirituality as our final reading challenge theme and share book recommendations to inspire reflection. This is The Book Drop.

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

Happening at the Library: 

• Jane Austen Tea Party | Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, 2 to 4 p.m., Library Administration Building 
• Spark Your Story: Ryan Smith | Thursday, Dec. 19, 4 to 5 p.m., Charles B. Washington Branch
• Writer's Workshop: Poetry | Friday, Dec. 20, 2 to 4 p.m., A.V. Sorensen Branch 
• Explore all upcoming events on the OPL website

This week on The Book Drop, we discuss Willa Cather’s Nebraska roots with the executive director of the National Willa Cather Center, Ashley Olson, and chat about our recent reads of her celebrated works.

All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here.

Learn more about the National Willa Cather Center by visiting willacather.org.

Happening at the Library: 

• 24th Annual Teen Poetry Bash | Saturday, Dec. 7, 1 to 4 p.m., Abrahams Branch 
• Holiday Lights Festival | Saturday, Dec. 8, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Downtown Branch
• Out and About Reading Party at Dry Spokes | Thursday, Dec. 12, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
• Interactive Die Hard | Saturday, Dec. 7, 7 to 10 p.m., Swanson Branch

 Explore all upcoming events on the OPL website at omahalibrary.org/events.

On the latest episode of the new title drop, Angela and Melanie highlight titles to close out the year and kickstart the next. Plus, a thoughtful conversation about reading goals.

Check out this month's titles and place holds here (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’re talking dinner party favorites and cookbook inspirations, joined by local culinary storyteller Summer Miller. Summer shares insights from her latest collaborations and her love of recipe development. This is The Book Drop.

All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here.

• Explore all upcoming events on the OPL website

OPL Launches Podcast for Spanish-Speakers
Libroteca se dedica a conectar a nuestra comunidad de habla hispana con historias, ideas y servicios innovadores en la Biblioteca Pública de Omaha. Nuestro objetivo es celebrar los libros y el aprendizaje, mientras exploramos temas que reflejan nuestros valores e intereses compartidos.

Libroteca is dedicated to connecting our Spanish-speaking community with stories, ideas, and innovative services at Omaha Public Library. Our goal is to celebrate books and learning, while exploring topics that reflect our shared values and interests.

This week on The Book Drop, 'tis the season for holiday cooking and baking. We’re talking dinner party favorites and cookbook inspirations. This is The Book Drop.

All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here.

Happening at the Library:
Writer's Workshop: Poetry (teens) | Saturday, November 23, 1 to 2 p.m., Willa Cather Branch

A Trip Down Menu Lane |  Sunday, November 24, 2024, 2 to 3 p.m., Genealogy & Local History Room

Tea-Rex Party | Tuesday, November 26, 2024, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Benson Branch

Explore all upcoming events on the OPL website

This week on The Book Drop, we discuss the bookish news of the year and your hot takes, from social media’s 'Brat' craze to the latest in a rise of book-to-film adaptations. This is The Book Drop.

Listener’s note: We’d love to know why you tune into the Book Drop podcast, what keeps you coming back and what you’d like to hear in future episodes! Send us your feedback at [email protected].

All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here. 

Happening at the Library: 

• Omaha History: Park and Boulevard System | Saturday, Nov. 16 from noon to 1 p.m., A.V. Sorensen Branch 
• Writer’s Workshop: Microfiction | Monday, Nov. 18 from 6 to 7:30 p.m., Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch
• Start Your Genealogy at OPL (Virtual Program) | Tuesday, Nov. 19 from 5 to 6 p.m., online

Explore all upcoming events at omahalibrary.org/events.

This week on The Book Drop, Amy and Maggie tackle our November reading challenge—finding books by, about, or featuring a veteran, while discussing how veterans are portrayed on screen and in stories.

All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here.

Happening at the Library: 

• Stories After Dark: Family | Saturday, November 09, 7 p.m. to 8:30pm | W. Clarke Swanson Branch
• CIAO! Connecting Italian Ancestors Online (Virtual Program) | Thursday, November 14, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. 
• Out & About Reading Party | Thursday, November 14, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. | Joslyn Art Museum 
• Explore all upcoming events on the OPL website

On the latest episode of the New Title Drop, Angela and Melanie chat about the joy of cookbooks versus online recipes and share their top picks for November new releases.

Check out this month's titles and place holds here.

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’re talking about must-read horror novels and uncovering the ghostly legends behind local haunted spots. This is The Book Drop.

All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here. 

Happening at the Library: 

• Create a Family History Keepsake | Saturday, Oct. 26 10:30-11:30 a.m.  Genealogy and Local History Room
• Omaha Reads: Theodore Wheeler Author Visit | Sunday, Oct. 27 3-4 p.m. Downtown Branch 
• Storybook Land | Sun, Nov. 3 1-4 p.m. Westroads Mall 
• Where’s Poppy, OPL’s mobile library?
• Explore all upcoming events on the OPL website

This week on The Book Drop, we’re on location at the Nebraska Library Association conference, where we chat with librarians from across the state about their profession. From meaningful reads to unexpected career paths, it’s an episode filled with insight and inspiration. This is The Book Drop.

All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here. 

Happening at the Library: 

• Freedom to Read Day of Action, Saturday, October 19, 10:00am–11:00am | Multiple Locations
• Stories in the Stacks, Saturday, October 19, 5:30pm–8:00pm | Genealogy & Local History Room 
• Neighborhood Scavenger Hunt, Sunday, October 20, 2:00PM – 4:00PM | Downtown Branch
• Where’s Poppy, OPL’s mobile library?
• Explore all upcoming events on the OPL website