The Book Drop

This week on The Book Drop, we take on the newest reading challenge theme to read a book set in a continent we want to visit and we’ll dig into the debate over how many continents there actually are.

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: 

• Community Conversation: The Sum of Us | Monday, June 23, 6 to 7:30 p.m. at W. Clarke Swanson Branch
• Cooking Workshop with No More Empty Pots | Tuesday, June 24, 2 to 3 p.m. at Florence Branch
• Tabletop Time At the Library: Modern Games | Wednesday, June 25, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at W. Clarke Swanson Branch

Explore all upcoming events at omahalibrary.org/events.

This week on The Book Drop, we commemorate Juneteenth with special guest Dr. Cynthia Robinson, Chair of the Department of Black Studies at UNO, and we explore stories, songs, and art that celebrate African American history and resilience.

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:
Volunteer Garden Cleanup |  Saturday, June 14, 9 to 11 a.m. at Charles B. Washington Branch

Messages in Motion: Making and Circulating Public Art | Saturday, June 14, 1 to 3 p.m. at Genealogy & Local History Room

Turtle Talk with Papio NRD | Wednesday, June 18, 2 to 3 p.m. at Charles B. Washington Branch

Explore all upcoming events at omahalibrary.org/events.

This week on The Book Drop, we chat with the Nebraska Humane Society about the joy pets bring to our lives and highlight Furrrst Fridays, a tail-wagging good time reading to shelter pets. 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:
Very Hungry Caterpillar Visits Storytime | Friday, June 6, 10:30 a.m. at South Omaha Library
Printmaking Workshop for Teens | Friday, June 6, 2025, 2:00PM – 3:00PM, W. Clarke Swanson Branch
Out & About Reading Party | Thursday, June 12, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Omaha Dog Bar

Explore all upcoming events at omahalibrary.org/events.

On the latest episode of the new title drop, Angela and Melanie pay tribute to Audiobook Appreciation Month and preview what’s coming out in June.

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 highlight the tastiest James Beard Award-nominated reads and celebrate the podcasts that bring food stories to life. 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:
Tabletop Time At the Library: Modern Games | Tuesday, June 3, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch

Candy Sushi | Thursday, June 5, 2 to 3 p.m. at Milton R. Abrahams Branch

Spark Your Story: No More Empty Pots | Thursday, June 5, 4 to 5 p.m. at Charles B. Washington Branch

Explore all upcoming events at omahalibrary.org/events. 

This week on The Book Drop, it’s Battle of the Generations! We’ve got a special guest, Dr. Leah Georges, to help us break down generational stereotypes and explore our Millennial and Gen X identities.

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:
Out & About Storytime: Dundee Community Garden | Wednesday, May 28, 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Dundee Community Garden

Friends of OPL Book Sale | Thursday, May 29, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at W. Clarke Swanson Branch

Stories After Dark: You've Got Mail | Friday, May 30, 7 to 9 p.m. at Genealogy & Local History Room

Explore all upcoming events at omahalibrary.org/events.

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.