This week on The Book Drop, we’re getting to know the 16 local artists who were selected to create art for the new Central Library opening in Spring 2026.
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:
- Assembling Fragments: Zine-Making as Community Engagement | Saturday, August 9, :00PM – 3:00PM at the Genealogy & Local History Room
- Writers Workshop: Working Through the Dirty First Draft | Sunday, August 10, 2:00PM – 4:00PM at Downtown Branch
- Virtual Walking Tour of Broome Australia | Monday, August 11, 6:00PM – 7:00PM at Charles B. Washington Branch
Explore all upcoming events at omahalibrary.org/events.
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