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  • Picture of the Sunrise Iron Mine in Wyoming with text about the event.

    Sunrise Mine

    Adult Programs

    Learn about the history of the Sunrise Mine in Wyoming from archeologist George Zeimens on Monday, June 1st, at 6:30pm in the Community Room.

  • Volcano Day image with a volcano on an island and sail boat sailing away from it.

    Volcano Day

    Elementary

    All elementary age children are invited on Tuesday, June 2nd, at 3pm to join us for fun volcano-themed activities. It will be a blast!

  • Two kids uncovering a fossilized skull of an animal or dinosaur.

    Dino Dig Story Time

    Pre-K

    Join Ms. Hayley in the Children’s section on Wednesdays at 10am during Summer Reading for stories, songs, and activities, followed by time to play! Story time can help children build their vocabulary, speaking and storytelling skills, letter knowledge, and love of books. Story time includes… books, songs & rhymes, finger plays, & felt boards. Stick […]

  • Tai Chi image

    Tai Chi for Health

    Adult Programs

    Ashley Fenning is teaching Tai Chi for Health (Tai Chi for Energy) on Wednesdays in two different locations: One class will be offered at the Yoga Collective from 11am to noon and the other at the Gering Public Library from 1-2pm from February 18th through June 1st. Classes are limited to 15 participants and are […]

  • Different colored LEGOs and a LEGO dinosaur on a maroon background with information about the LEGO Guy, Curtis Mork.

    “The LEGO Guy” Curtis Mork

    Family Programs

    Join us on Tuesday, June 4th, at 10am in the Community Room to learn about the history of LEGO from Curtis Mork, aka The LEGO Guy. He will also show us some of his creations and give us the opportunity to do some building of our own.

  • Image of grass and sky with a Minecraft TNT block in the center and a T-Rex in the background.

    Minecraft Block Blitz

    Gering Civic Plaza 1450 11th St, Gering, NE, United States
    Teen

    Teens (6th through 12th grade) will face challenges in a Minecraft-themed obstacle course on Friday, June 5th, at 3pm at the Gering Civic Plaza. Participants will solve puzzles, complete physical challenges, and collect resources on their quest to defeat the Ender Dragon. A snack will be provided following the completion of the course.

  • Summer Bash image with a smiling young girl, a woman wearing sunglasses, and a young boy with paint all over his face.

    Gering Summer Bash

    Family Programs

    Celebrate summer in downtown Gering at the 2026 Gering Merchants Summer Bash — an afternoon filled with family fun, community spirit, and plenty of activities for all ages. Held at the beautiful Gering Plaza on Saturday, June 6th, this annual event brings together local merchants, entertainment, and interactive experiences in a lively outdoor setting. This […]

  • Cartoon image of Aaron Fowler with his guitar and his dog.

    A Musical Dino Adventure with Aaron Fowler

    Gering Civic Plaza 1450 11th St, Gering, NE, United States
    Family Programs

    We’re welcoming back children’s author and national teaching artist, Aaron Fowler, (and his classroom therapy dog, Kuumba) this year for a Musical Dino Adventure! Join us in the Gering Civic Plaza on June 9th @ 1:30 pm for lively songs, imaginative tales, and movement-filled activities for all ages. “Together, we’ll stomp like a Stegosaurus, roar […]

  • Two children digging with shovels in the garden.

    Garden Dig Story Time

    Pre-K

    Join Ms. Hayley in the Children’s section on Wednesdays at 10am during Summer Reading for stories, songs, and activities, followed by time to play! Story time can help children build their vocabulary, speaking and storytelling skills, letter knowledge, and love of books. Story time includes… books, songs & rhymes, finger plays, & felt boards. Stick […]

  • image with a man in a Tai Chi pose

    Tai Chi for Walking

    Adult Programs

    Nebraska Extension is offering an 7-week virtual program on Tai Chi Walking, “a mindful approach to walking that emphasizes posture, balance, body alignment, and intentional movement to improve walking mechanics and reduce strain on the body.” Participants will receive additional education on nutrition strategies and sleep habits that promote recovery and overall wellness. This virtual […]

  • Picture has three green worms wearing glasses while reading, carrying, or sitting on books.

    Bookworms

    Elementary

    1st through 5th graders are invited to join us in the Community Room on Thursday, June 11th, at 3pm to have some fun with worms…bookworms to be exact.

  • Space background with multicolored Among Us crewmates floating around.

    Imposter in the Stacks

    Teen

    Imposter in the Stacks is a live-action version of the popular game Among Us. Participants will be designated as either a crewmate or an imposter. Crewmates will be given specific tasks to complete while Imposters will be given a false task list and will instead attempt to eliminate the Crewmates without being caught and voted […]

  • image for Saturday Crafternoon with paint splashes

    Saturday Crafternoon – Hydo-dipping

    Family Programs

    Transform ordinary objects into marbled masterpieces! Using the magic of oil-based paint and water, we’ll create unique, swirling patterns on almost any surface. We supply everything, unless you want to bring something to dip. When: Saturday, June 13 Time: 12:00 – 3:00 pm Where: Outside on the West Side of the Library Who: Ages 10+

  • Picture of the road leading to the West Lawn Cemetery in Gering, Nebraska.

    Cemetery Tour

    West Lawn Cemetery 200491 Old Oregon Trail, Gering, NE, United States
    Adult Programs

    Bill Bolte with the Hall County Historical Society will share the history and symbolism surrounding West Lawn Cemetery on Monday, June 15th, at 6:30pm. Presentation will take place at the West Lawn Cemetery.

  • Image of a green cartoon T-Rex and a blue cartoon T-Rex wearing small top hats and preparing to drink tea.

    T-Rex Tea Party

    Elementary

    We are having a T-Rex Tea Party for those in 1st through 5th grade! Join us to wear small top hats, do crafts, and sip some tea. The T-Rex Tea Party will be on Tuesday, June 16th, at 3pm.

  • Two men digging on a construction site with a house being built and a backhoe.

    Construction Dig Story Time

    Pre-K

    Join Ms. Hayley in the Children’s section on Wednesdays at 10am during Summer Reading for stories, songs, and activities, followed by time to play! Story time can help children build their vocabulary, speaking and storytelling skills, letter knowledge, and love of books. Story time includes… books, songs & rhymes, finger plays, & felt boards. Stick […]

  • image with a man in a Tai Chi pose

    Tai Chi for Walking

    Adult Programs

    Nebraska Extension is offering an 7-week virtual program on Tai Chi Walking, “a mindful approach to walking that emphasizes posture, balance, body alignment, and intentional movement to improve walking mechanics and reduce strain on the body.” Participants will receive additional education on nutrition strategies and sleep habits that promote recovery and overall wellness. This virtual […]

  • image for Clue-Rassic Park Escape Room with assorted dinosaurs behind a fence

    Clue-Rassic Park Escape Room

    Family Programs

    Join us on June 18, 19, and 20 for Clue-Rassic Park Escape Room. This family escape room will have a Jurassic Park theme. Participants will solve clues in four rooms (Control Room, Power Station, Dinosaur Paddock, and Genetics Lab) to try to save the park from destruction. Hunt for clues, solve puzzles, open locks, and […]

  • Minecraft scene with multiple levels of ground and a variety of creatures, from a pig to sheep to chickens to creepers and more.

    Aw, Books! a graphic novel study

    Teen

    On June 19th, at 3pm, any teens (6th through 12th grade) who are interested can participate in a study of the Minecraft Volume 1 graphic novel. You can pick up a copy of the book at the Gering Public Library any time after May 27th, or you can read it on Comics Plus. We will […]

  • image for Clue-Rassic Park Escape Room with assorted dinosaurs behind a fence

    Clue-Rassic Park Escape Room

    Family Programs

    Join us on June 18, 19, and 20 for Clue-Rassic Park Escape Room. This family escape room will have a Jurassic Park theme. Participants will solve clues in four rooms (Control Room, Power Station, Dinosaur Paddock, and Genetics Lab) to try to save the park from destruction. Hunt for clues, solve puzzles, open locks, and […]