Whether it’s called a ban or not, limiting access to books means limiting your right to read freely. 📚 In this clip from OPL’s podcast episode on Banned Books Week, our hosts dig into why protecting intellectual freedom matters! #BannedBooksWeek | Omaha Public Library

Hang out and watch as the automated sorter at Millard Branch does its thing! #OmahaLibrary | Omaha Public Library

To kick off Banned Books Week, here's a reminder to explore, question, and keep reading freely! OPL's podcast, The Book Drop, recently discussed the importance of intellectual freedom, the right to read what you want and make those decisions for yourself and your family. #BannedBooksWeek | Omaha Public Library

Got bars, lines, or a rhyme? Take the mic, it’s your time! OPL’s Teen Poetry Bash is one month away! This is your stage! Don’t wait, sign up today! 📅 Saturday, Dec. 6, 1 to 4 p.m. at Milton R. Abrahams Branch | More info at omahalibrary.org/events (search for “Teen Poetry Bash”) | Omaha Public Library

👻 Do you believe in ghosts? Join paranormal expert Brian Corey for a chilling look at Omaha’s urban legends — and maybe share your own spooky story… if you dare. 🗓 Monday, Oct. 20 | 6–7 PM 📍 Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch ✨ Free | Ages 19 | Registration required (opens Sept. 15) 🔮 Can’t make it? Catch the encore: 🗓 Oct. 29 | 6–7 PM | Benson Branch 👉 Go to omahalibrary.org/events and search “Do You Believe in Ghosts” to register. #OmahaLibrary #OPLEvents #GhostStories #Paranormal #UrbanLegends

Got bars, lines, or a rhyme? Take the mic, it’s your time! OPL’s Teen Poetry Bash is one month away! This is your stage! Don’t wait, sign up today! 📅 Saturday, Dec. 6, 1 to 4 p.m. at Milton R… | Omaha Public Library