• 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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.

  • 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 […]

  • 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+

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Water-Cycle Terrariums

    Adult Programs

    Build a water-cycle terrarium with Master Gardener Kirstee Moore-Schutte on Monday, June 22nd, at 6:30pm in the Community Room. Registration is required. Call the library to get added to the list.

  • Midwest Movie: “The Good Dinosaur”

    Family Programs

    Join us at the historic Midwest Theater on Tuesday, June 23rd, at 10am to watch a special showing of Disney’s “The Good Dinosaur.” Tickets for free entry will be handed out for all youth at sign up for the Summer Reading Program. It will cost $1 for anyone without a ticket.

  • Treasure 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 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 […]

  • Lost Library Scavenger Hunt

    Elementary

    Are you ready to search the library for clues? Do you love solving challenging puzzles? Want to look for hidden treasure? Join us for our Lost Library Scavenger Hunt on Thursday, June 25th at 3pm. This program is for youth in 1st through 5th grade.

  • Jurassic Darts

    Teen

    Teens (6th through 12th grade) will be divided between scientists and dinosaurs. The scientists have captured the dinosaurs’ eggs and the dinos want them back. The scientists will be confined to specific locations but will be have NERF guns. The dinos will have to avoid the darts of the scientists and make it to the […]