Summer Reading Program (SRP) means something a little different for everyone. Recently, I was able to meet up with Risa (mom), Carter (age 7), and Camden (age 3) to ask what Omaha Public Library and SRP mean to them. For this family, SRP is the chance to make sure Carter doesn’t hit “pause” on reading … Continue reading
Yes, I know, Summer Reading Program is over, but I’d be remiss if I didn’t share a little bit of information about how you did these past two months! More than 21,300 children, teens and adults participated in the annual Summer Reading Program. They logged their reading online, attended programs, and collected virtual badges. Those … Continue reading
It’s August 1, meaning that Summer Reading Program (SRP) is officially over! Summer reading finale parties were a blast! On July 30, I followed OPL boss Gary Wasdin to a couple different summer reading challenges. Our day started at Saddlebrook Branch with a pie throwing contest. Gary and select Saddlebrook staff were literally sitting targets … Continue reading
Believe it or not, we’ve reached our final week of Summer Reading Program (SRP)! Did you make your goals? If not, there’s still time! Don’t forget to log your reading time and claim badges online to receive prizes or be entered into drawings. As an OPL employee, I’m not eligible for prizes, but I did … Continue reading
Oh my goodness! We’re in the final two weeks of Summer Reading Program and we’ve almost reached our registration goal. If you haven’t signed up, there’s still time and plenty of fun activities to enjoy! Remember, all ages are welcome. Last week, I attended the Henna Tattoo program for teens at A.V. Sorensen Branch on … Continue reading
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