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Upcoming in 2019

July

July 5, 2019 A July Afternoon at Mo Java Cafe, Lincoln, NE, 4 - 6 p.m. Mo Java Cafe & Roastin Co. 2649 N 48th Street Ste D.
July 8, 2019 One Book One Nebraska Presentation, Seward, NE, 7 - 8:30 p.m. Seward Memorial Library, 233 South 5th Street. Seward Memorial Library invites the community to share in a discussion of the book selected for the 2019 One Book One Nebraska program. Spend an evening of recognizing and appreciating the hard work of our agricultural community. Discover the challenges technology and politics have added to the lives of generational landowners.
July 8, 2019 "A Universe of Mexican Stories", Grand Island, NE, 10:30 a.m. Grand Island Public Library, 1124 W 2nd Street. Linda Garcia-Perez will present this program for children in kindergarten through fifth grade. Drawing on her experiences as a young girl in Omaha's Mexican-American barrio, Garcia Perez conveys a message of humor, wonder and tradition.
July 8-12, 2019 Teen Playwright Camp, Omaha, NE, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Metropolitan Community College - North Express Center, 2112 N 30th Street. Students will find their voices as they take their story ideas and develop them into a script. Students will explore their creativity while learning all aspects of script writing including character development, scene structure, sassy dialogue and more through interactive classroom activities. The camp concludes with a presentation for family and friends. (Ages 12-16)
July 9, 2019 Tuesday Night at the Library: Creating Stories, Beatrice, NE, 7 p.m. Beatrice Public Library, 100 North 16th Street. "Creating Stories" is a writing activity led by Dr. Kristi Nies of Peru State College. This will be based upon the Library's art exhibit "A Universe of Stories" which is also the Summer Reading Program theme.
July 10, 2019 One Book - One Lincoln: "The Great Believers", Lincoln, NE, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Bennett Martin Public Library - Auditorium, 136 South 14th Street. Join for a book discussion of the finalist for One Book - One Lincoln The Great Believers by Rebeca Makkai.
July 11, 2019 Poetry Readings with Heidi Hermanson & Greg Kosmicki, Lincoln, NE, 6 - 7 p.m. Francie & Finch Bookshop, 130 S 13th St.
July 11, 2019 Storteller Diane Cox, Ashland, NE, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Ashland Public Library, 1324 Silver Street. Diane Cox is a school librarian in the Omaha Public Schools. Specializing in folklore, historical, personal and family stories and custom stories, she has been telling stories to all ages for over 20 years.
July 11, 2019 Book Signing - Betty Brown, Broken Bow, NE, 4 - 6 p.m. Broken Bow Public Library, 626 S D Street. Betty Brown, author of Movin' On and Beyond, will read passages from her book, have copies to sell, and gladly sign the book during her two hours at the library.
July 13, 2019 Words & Wheels Summer Series, Lincoln, NE, 10 - 11 a.m. Museum of American Speed, 599 Oakcreek Dr. Join for the Words & Wheel Summer Series event at the Museum of American Speed! Award winning children's book author and musician, Tevin Hansen will present songs, and crafts for the first four books in his Junkyard Adventure series. Featured will be an author reading followed by a fun and interactive craft. Make sure to pick up a Junkyard Adventures Passport booklet and get your first stamp! For each event you attend in the Words & Wheels summer series, your passport will be stamped for a chance to win a prize!
July 13, 2019 Writer's Guild of Nebraska: A Celebration of Poetry, Chadron, NE, 2 p.m. Chadron Public Library, 507 Bordeaux Street. Poetry workshop followed by a poetry reading and the 2019 awards for the Best of Poetry contest.
July 18, 2019 Author Visit - Jennifer Egan, Omaha, NE, 7 - 9 p.m. KANEKO, 1111 Jones St. Pulitzer Prize-winning author and President of PEN America, Jennifer Egan will read from her most recent novel, Manhattan Beach. After the reading, Egan will answer audience questions and sign copies of her work which will be available for purchase.
July 19, 2019 One Book - One Lincoln: "There, There", Lincoln, NE, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Bethany Branch Library, 1810 N Cotner Blvd. This session of BokksTalk will be a discussion of One Book - One Lincoln finalist There, There, by Tommy Orange. Discussion is for adults only and registration is not required.
July 20, 2019 Voice Advocacy Center's 4th Annual Latecia J. Fox Dyslexia Scholarship Luncheon, Omaha, NE, 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Creighton Harper Center (Harper Ballroom) 602 N. 20th Street. We will honor and recognize the hard working students and the tutors who volunteer their time every week as well as some special people who champion the cause to help children and teens to overcome the barriers of having dyslexia. The keynote speaker is Dr. Shawn Anthony Robison.
July 21, 2019 "Beyond Lincoln: A History of Nebraska Hauntings", Lincoln, NE, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Loren C Eiseley Branch Library, 1530 Superior Street. Local author, Tayden Bundy will talk about his experiences uncovering the historical origins of ghost stories told in Lincoln and throughout the state of Nebraska.
July 25, 2019 Nebraska Panhandle Arts Conference 2019, Scottsbluff, NE. The Nebraska Arts Council is sponsoring the conference for arts professionals including artists, volunteers and administrators. The conference is designed to provide inspiration, networking opportunitities, hands-on workshops, and artist showcases. One of the featured speakers is Nebraska State Poet, Matt Mason.
July 25, 2019 Pub Quiz - Young Adult Books to Movies, Hastings, NE, 8 - 9 p.m. Kitty's Roadhouse, 1400 E South Street.
July 26, 2019 Open Mic Night, Lincoln, NE, 7 - 9 p.m. Gratitude Cafe & Bakery, 1551 N Cotner Blvd. Hosted by Donn Samuelson.
July 26, 2019 Nebraska Authors Book Club - "Kings of Broken Things", Lincoln, NE, 12 - 1 p.m. Bennett Martin Public Library, 136 S. 14th Street. The featured title is Kings of Broken Things by Theodore Wheeler.
July 26, 2019 Book Signing - Tayden Bundy, Lincoln, NE, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Francie & Finch Bookshop, 130 S. 13th Street. Author of Beyond Lincoln: A History of Nebraska Hauntings, Tayden Bundy has discovered the facts that connect to several persistent stories of hauntings. Prepare to be convinced that some Nebraska hauntings are real. Books will be available for purchase and Tayden will sign them!
July 27, 2019 Writers Night, Lincoln, NE, 7 - 9 p.m. Gratitude Cafe & Bakery, 1551 N Cotner Blvd. Hosted by Paul Baker.
July 27, 2019 25th Annual Norfolk Public Library Literature Festival, Norfolk, NE. Norfolk Public Library, 308 W Prospect Ave. A wonderful way to spend a summer day for literature lovers of all ages! Tickets are available at Norfolk Public Library, online at https://www.ci.norfolk.ne.us/library/, or by mail order.
July 28, 2019 Composed Writing Retreat, Nebraska City, NE. Lied Lodge & Conference Center, 2700 Sylvan Rd. Composed is a transformative writing retreat for any scholar who wants to stop writing in fear, and create a calm, confident, productive writing practice. During this week-long retreat you'll learn how to overcome your internal writing barriers.
July 28, 2019 One Book - One Lincoln: "The Far Away Brothers", Lincoln, NE, 2 - 3 p.m. Charles H. Gere Branch Library - Meeting Room #1, 2400 S 56th Street. Join for a discussion of the finalist The Far Away Brothers by Lauren Markha.
July 30, 2019 Paperback Book Day

August

August 2, 2019 Author Event - Judy Diamond & Alan Bond, Lincoln, NE, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Francie & Finch Bookhop, 130 S. 13th Street. Meet authors Judy Diamond and Alan Bond and learn about their fascinating jounrey into the world of parrots. Books will be available for purchase and autograph.
August 4, 2019 54th Annual Neihardt Day Celebration, Bancroft, NE, 1:30 - 4 p.m. The Neihardt Center, 306 Elm St. Outdoor celebration of Neihardt's life and works and interests. Books and other items for sale. Bleacher seating, bring your chairs. Free and open to the public.
August 4, 2019 Tapestries: The Reflection, Omaha, NE, 7:30 p.m. The Omaha Lounge, 1505 Farnam Street. The open mic that stirs the sould and lifts the spirit. Come experience the power of words and music! Featuring poet/storyteller Allen Stevenson.
August 10, 2019 Words & Wheels Summer Series, Lincoln, NE, 10 - 11 a.m. Museum of American Speed, 599 Oakcreek Dr. Join for the Words & Wheel Summer Series event at the Museum of American Speed! Award winning children's book author and musician, Tevin Hansen will present songs, and crafts for the first four books in his Junkyard Adventure series. Featured will be an author reading followed by a fun and interactive craft. Make sure to pick up a Junkyard Adventures Passport booklet and get your first stamp! For each event you attend in the Words & Wheels summer series, your passport will be stamped for a chance to win a prize!
August 10, 2019 "Riders on the Orphan Train", Central City, NE, 1 p.m. Central City Public Library, 1604 15th Avenue. Please join us at the library for this very special presentation! The program that has toured nationally since 1998, combines live music by Phillip Lancaster and Alison Moore, a video montage with historical photographs and interviews of survivors, and a dramatic reading of a chapter of the 2012 novel Riders on the Orphan Train by award-winning author Alison Moore.
August 15, 2019 Poetry Night with State Poet Matt Mason, Bellevue, NE, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Bellevue Public Library, 1003 Lincoln Rd.
August 25, 2019 Author Event - Tosca Lee, Blair, NE, 1:30 - 3 p.m. Blair Public Library and Technology Center, 2233 Civic Drive. Join author Tosca Lee to discuss books, writing and The Line Between. Books will be available.
August 31, 201919th Library of Congress National Book Festival, Washington D.C. Washington Convention Center. Attendees can meet their favorite authors, get books signed, have photos taken, and participate in a variety of learning activities.

September

September 2019 Library Card Sign-Up Month
September 6, 2019 National Read a Book Day, Nationwide. Use this day as a good excuse to put down your work, turn off the TV, and cozy up with a good book.
September 7, 2019 Nebraska Book Festival, Lincoln, NE. UNL City Campus Union, 1400 R Street. The festival is held to celebrate Nebraska’s literary heritage and contemporary authors and to stimulate public interest in books, reading, and the written word. By gathering together contemporary writing talent of our state and surrounding areas, the festival provides an opportunity for participants to cultivate an understanding of our history, culture and community.
September 8, 2019 International Literacy Day, Worldwide.
September 13, 2019 Omaha Lit Fest Opening Night Party, Omaha, NE, 6 - 9 p.m. Wilson & Washburn, 1407 Harney Street. Toast the rebirth of Omaha Lit Fest among friends on the mezzanine at Wilson & Washburn! Nebraska State Poet, Matt Mason, and the Omaha Public Library Foundation's 1877 Society will host the evening to help celebrate the publication of books published by authors from the region in the past year. Come mingle with our featured authors and book enthusiasts, and learn more about the festivities to follow during the main program.
September 14, 2019 Omaha Lit Fest 2019 Main Event, Omaha, NE, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. The Venue at Highlander, 2120 North 30th Street. More details to come.
September 17, 2019 Brothers Book Club: "Kings of Broken Things", Omaha, NE, 7 - 8 p.m. Brothers Lounge, 3812 Farnam Street. Join for a spirited discussion of Ted Wheeler's Kings of Broken Things.
September 19, 2019 Show & Tell StorySLAM, Omaha, NE, 7 - 9 p.m. The Sydney, 5918 Maple Street. Join for another edition of the Show & Tell StorySLAM. This is a fun, loose, (kind of) competitive storytelling event for adults. This month's theme is "Listen up, Kids". Hopeful storytellers should prepare a 5-8 minute story to share. Registration is required.
September 19-21, 2019 Plum Creek Children's Literacy Festival, Seward, NE. Concordia University. This festival encourages a love of reading and writing books by bringing nationally renowned authors and illustrators together.
September 22-28, 2019 Banned Books Week, Nationwide. Banned Books Week brings together the entire book community — librarians, booksellers, publishers, journalists, teachers, and readers of all types — in shared support of the freedom to seek and to express ideas, even those some consider unorthodox or unpopular. The books featured during Banned Books Week have all been targeted for removal or restriction in libraries and schools. By focusing on efforts across the country to remove or restrict access to books, Banned Books Week draws national attention to the harms of censorship.
September 22, 2019 Tosca Lee at Seward Memorial Library, Seward, NE, 2 - 4 p.m. Seward Memorial Library, 233 South 5th St. Join for a presentation of her books, writing, and developing books for TV. Books will be available for purchase.
September 24, 2019 Author Event - Tosca Lee, Norfolk, NE, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Norfolk Public Library, 309 N 5th St. Join for a discussion of books, writing, and her newly released squeal to The Line Between, A Single Light. Books will be available for purchase.

October

October 2-4, 2019 Nebraska Library Association Fall Conference, La Vista, NE. Embassy Suites, 12520 Westport Pkway. This year's fall conference is partnering with the Iowa Library Association and the Nebraska School Librarians Association.
October 12, 2019 Author Event - Tosca Lee, Blue Hill, NE, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Blue Hill Public Library, 317 W Gage Street. Join to chat about books, writing, and her newly released sequal to The Line Between, A Single Light. Books will be available for purchase.
October 12, 2019 Tosca Lee at Hasting Public Library, Hasings, NE, 3 - 5 p.m. Hastings Public Library, 314 N Denver Ave. Join to discuss writing, books, and writing books that take place in Nebraska. Books will be available for purchase.
October 13-19, 2019 Teen Read Week
October 20-26, 2019 National Friends of Libraries Week, Nationwide.
October 24, 2019 Governor's Lecture in the Humanities, Omaha, NE. Holland Performing Arts Center, 1200 Douglas Street. David Eisenhower presents "D-Day +75: In the Eyes of America's Postwar Generations". David Eisenhower, grandson to Dwight D. Eisenhower presents a historic outline of D-Day events. He will conclude the recollections of his grandfather, General Eisenhower, and other individuals that were involved. The presentation will explore the possibilities opened up by that achievement for our nation and others.

November

November 2, 2019 Nebraska Ready to Read Romance 3, Omaha, NE, 10 a.m. German American Society, 3717 S. 120th Street. This book signing event is free to readers and offers a wide variety of romance genres.
November 17, 2019 Author Expo, Ashland, NE, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum, 28210 West Park Highway. Authors will be able to sign copies of their work, sell what they've published, and potentially have an opportunity to speak on a panel or as an individual.
November 18, 2019 High-Five a Librarian Day, Give your local librarian a high-five and tell them why you love what they do.

December

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January

January 8, 2019 An Orchestra of Minorities: An Evening with Chigozie Obioma and Kwame Dames, Lincoln, NE, 5:30 p.m. Johnny Carson Theater, 11th & Q Streets. Join for a night of African literature and conversation. The night will begin with a reading from Chigozie Obioma's latest novel. A book signing and reception in the Lied Commons will follow.
January 9, 2019 Lettuce Turnip the Beet Youth Open Mic and Slam, Omaha, NE, 6 p.m. The B Side of Benson Theatre, 6058 Maple Street. Open mic night for poets under the age of 21 followed by a poetry slam. Sign up starts at 5:30 p.m. Come out and enjoy some youth poetry!
January 12, 2019 Omaha Poetry Slam, Omaha, NE, 7 - 10:30 p.m. OutrSpaces, 1258 S. 13th Street.
January 12, 2019 One Book One Nebraska Reading and Signing, Lincoln, NE, 4 - 5 p.m. Francie & Finch Bookshop, 130 S. 13th Street. Meet Ted Genoways, author of the One Book One Nebraska 2019 selection - This Blessed Earth. Books will be available for purchase.
January 12, 2019 12th Annual "Words on the Winter Wind" Poetry Reading, Ralston, NE, 7 - 9 p.m. Baright Public Library, 5555 S. 77th St.
January 13, 2019 Book Blitz Breakout, Lincoln, NE, 6:15 - 7 p.m. Loren Corey Eisley Library, 1530 Superior Street. Participants will work with their team to solve puzzles and use clues from books to breakout the box before time expires. Pre-registration is required for this event. Contact the Eisley branch at 402-441-4250
January 15, 2019 Books After Dark, Omaha, NE, 6 - 7:30 p.m. Corkscrew Wine & Cheese, 10924 Prairie Brook Rd. Discussion over It's Up to Women by Eleanor Roosevelt.
January 16, 2019 One Book One Nebraska Discussion, Fairbury, NE, 10 - 11 a.m. Fairbury Public Library, 601 7th Street. Join us for a discussion over this year's One Book One Nebraska selection This Blessed Earth: A Year in the Life of an American Family Farm.
January 17, 2019 NU @ 150: 12 Events that Shaped the University of Nebraska, Lincoln, NE, 12 - 1 p.m. Nebraska History Museum, 131 Centennial Mall. Architectural librarian and author of the book The University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Kay Logan-Peters will discuss the 12 key events that shaped Nebraska's largest educationl institution.
January 19, 2019 Book Talk and Signing - Mary Pipher, Lincoln, NE, 2 - 3 p.m. Eastridge Presbyterian Church, 1135 Eastridge Dr. From the New York Times best selling author of Reviving Ophelia, come and learn about her new book Women Rowing North. Books will be available for purchase.
January 19, 2019 Paws & Pages, Gretna, NE, 10:30 a.m. Gretna Public Library, 119 N. McKenna Ave. Practice reading out loud by reading to a licensed therapy dog. Bring a book of your own along or choose one from the library. No registration or library card is required.
January 20, 2019 Sunday at the Museum: Mary Hines, Bancroft, NE, 2 p.m. John G. Neihardt State Historic Site, 306 W. Elm Street. Event is free and open to the public. There will be a reception to follow.
January 21, 2019 Writer's Night, Fremont, NE, 7 - 10 p.m. Keene Memorial Library, 1030 N. Broad Street. Come join other local writers and share your writing, learn about other styles, and bounce ideas off each other.
January 22-26, 2019 Kearney Area Storytelling Festival, Kearney, NE. You're invited to come hear professional storytellers along with those from the area. Check out the website for the full schedule.
January 23, 2019 Library Shelfie Day
January 23, 2019 Jeff Korbelik at Indigo Books, Lincoln, NE, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Inidgo Bridge Books & Cafe, 701 P Street, Suite 102. Jeff Korbelik will join us to discuss his book Lost Restaurants of Lincoln. Come and relive some of Lincoln's past restaurants.
January 24, 2019 Author Reading and Signing - Voices From the Plains 2nd Edition, Lincoln, NE, 6 - 7 p.m. Francie and Finch Bookshop, 130 S. 13th Street. Authors who will read from their work include Brad Anderson, Rhonda McClure, Kathy Jacobs, and Cort Ferland. Books will be available to purchase and have autographed.
January 25, 2019 Central Plains Library Systems Summer Reading Workshop, McCook, NE, 9:30 a.m. McCook City Library, 802 Norris Avenue. Registration deadline is January 18th.
January 26, 2019 Writing Brunch and Book Signing, Lincoln, NE, 11 a.m. Francie and Finch Bookshop, 130 S. 13th Street. Join us for mimosas and brunchables as we talk and answer all your questions about writing.
January 30, 2019 Author Visit: Nick Bruel, Omaha, NE, 4:30 - 6 p.m. W. Dale Clark (Main) Library, 215 S. 15th Street. The author best known for the Bad Kitty series is coming to Omaha as we celebrate his newest release, Kitten Trouble. Nick Bruel will be greeting fans, signing books, and sharing a story from his series. No reservations or tickets required.
January 31, 2019 Beyond Lincoln Book Discussion with Tayden Bundy & Open Mic, Lincoln, NE, 6 - 8 p.m. The Bay, 2005 Y Street. Join us as author Tayden Bundy shares and discusses his book Beyond Lincoln: A History of Nebraska Hauntings. Copies of his book will be available for purchase and signing. An open-mic will follow.
January 31, 2019 No Name Reading Series, Lincoln, NE, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Indigo Bridge Books and Cafe, 701 P Street, Ste 102.

February

February 1, 2019 World Read Aloud Day, Global. We think everyone in the world should get to read and write. Every year, on World Read Aloud Day, people all around the globe read aloud together and share stories to advocate for literacy as a human right that belongs to all people.
February 1, 2019 1st Friday 2nd Annual Midwest Poetry Vibe, Omaha, NE, 10 p.m. SandBar Grille, 3809 N 90th Street.
February 3, 2019 Read to a Dog, Omaha, NE, 4 - 5 p.m. Milton R. Abrahams Omaha Public Library, 5111 N 90th Street. Children will have the opportunity for a 15 minute, one-on-one reading session with a registered therapy dog and the dog's handler. Reading out loud improves reading skills and dogs make great reading companions!
February 3, 2019 Children's Day Festival, Norfolk, NE, 1 - 4 p.m. Sunset Plaza Mall, 1700 Market Ln Ste 20C. Free family fun event! Organizations and service clubs providing booths and fun activities engaging children and families to read aloud to develop lifelong readers.
February 4, 2019 Writer's Night: Queer Poetry Slam & Open Mic Night, Lincoln, NE, 7 - 9 p.m. Crescent Moon Coffee, 140 N 8th Street. Poetry and prose open mic night. Sign up starts at 7 p.m.
February 5, 2019 NWU Visiting Writers Series: Ishmael Klein, Lincoln, NE, 6 p.m. Callen Conference Center, 50th Street and Saint Paul Ave. The mission of this series remains the promotion of literary experiences with contemporary writers meant to enliven and to educate young writers. Visiting writer Ishmael Klein is a poet and a playwright. This event is free and open to the public.
February 6, 2019 NLHA's Lunch at the Library, Lincoln, NE, 12:10 p.m. Bennett Martin Public Library, 136 S. 14th Street. Children's author Bruce Arant, 2018 Nebraska Book Award recipient and NLHA author member, will speak about the challenges and process of writing a sequel. Located on the 4th floor.
February 6, 2019 Boone Central Book Fair, Albion, NE, 1 - 8 p.m. Boone Central Elementary, 605 S 6th Street.
February 7, 2019 African American Read-In, Lincoln, NE, 12 p.m. Loren C Eisley Branch Library, 1530 Superior Street. Lincoln Public Schools and Lincoln city libraries are partnering to offer the annual African-American Read-In celebration of Black History Month. It will include performances, readings of book excerpts and personal stories by community leaders.
February 7, 2019 A February Evening at Mo Java, Lincoln, NE, 6 - 8:15 p.m. Mo Java Cafe & Roasting Co. 2649 N 48th. Street Ste D. Join for a conversation with author of the 2019 One Book One Nebraska seletion, This Blessed Earth, Ted Genoways along with writer JV Brummels and songwriter Paul Baker.
February 7, 2019 Show & Tell StorySLAM, Omaha, NE, 7 - 9 p.m. The Sydney, 5918 Maple Street. Join us for another edition of the Show & Tell StorySLAM. This is a fun storytelling event for adults. Terrified of the stage? We need audience members to cheer on our storytellers. Judges will be chosen from the audience and prizes will be awarded.
February 7, 2019 Harry Potter Book Night, Schuyler, NE, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Schuyler Public Library, 108 E. 18th Street. Join us for the 5th annual Harry Potter Book Night. We will be making our own wizard hats and sharing our favorite parts of the Harry Potter books. Share the love of one of the most magical, popular book series ever!
February 7, 2019 Willa Cather and Her World, Kearney, NE, 12 - 1 p.m. Kearney Public LIbrary, 2020 1st Avenue. Learn about what Willa Cather knew of the Native Americans of Webster County and why she chose not to portray them in her novels. With Tracy Tucker of the Willa Cather Foundation. There will be a second presentation at 7 p.m.
February 8, 2019 Book Signing - Tayden Bundy, Lincoln, NE, 5 - 6 p.m. Francie & Finch Bookshop, 130 S. 13th Street. Meet author Tayden Bundy, author of Beyond Lincoln: A History of Nebraska Hauntings. Prepare to be convinced that some Nebraska hauntings are real.
February 8, 2019 Teens Chat & Create: Valentine's Edition, Omaha, NE, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. W. Dale Clark (Main) Library, 215 S 15th Street. Join in the conversation about books, life, or whatever! Create stories, art, and have some fun.
February 9, 2019 Omaha Poetry Slam, Omaha, NE, 7 - 10:30 p.m. OutrSpaces, 1258 S 13th Street.
February 9, 2019 Clash of the POETS II, Omaha, NE, 7 - 11 p.m. The Opollo Music Hall, 6052 Maple Street.
February 9, 2019 Author Reading and Signing, Omaha, NE, 1 - 3 p.m. The Bookworm Omaha, 2501 S 90th Street. Come out for Voices From the Plains author reading and signing!
February 9, 2019 Paws to Read, Kearney, NE, 1:30 - 3 p.m. Kearney Public Library, 2020 1st Avenue. Kids love to practice reading when they have the attention of a furry friend! Come to the library and read to a dog or cat. Read five books and earn a prize! Open to all ages and registration is not required.
February 10, 2019 Louder Than a Bomb: Songs of Ourselves, Omaha, NE, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Blue Barn Theatre, 1106 S 10th Street. Four high school teams will compete on the Blue Barn stage in celebration of poetry, theater, Walt Whitman, and young writers. Doors open at 6 p.m. Open mic at 6:30 p.m. Competition starts at 7 p.m. Free admission.
February 10, 2019 Read to a Dog, Omaha, NE, 4 - 5 p.m. Milton R. Abrahams Omaha Public Library, 5111 N 90th Street. Children will have the opportunity for a 15 minute, one-on-one reading session with a registered therapy dog and the dog's handler. Reading out loud improves reading skills and dogs make great reading companions!
February 12, 2019 Kay Logan-Peters' Nebraska Lecture, Lincoln, NE, 4:30 p.m. Nebraska Champions Club, 707 Stadium Drive. Join Professor of University Libraries and Art and Architecture Librarian, Kay Logan-Peters as she discusses the architectural history of UNL. Her lecture will include an NET-produced virtual reality tour around University Hall. This event is free and open to the public.
February 12, 2019 Author Event - Diane Reiber, Lincoln, NE, 6 - 7 p.m. Francie & Finch Bookshop, 130 S. 13th Street. Join us for this poetry reading and book signing with author Diane Reiber. Books will be availabel for purchase.
February 13, 2019 Book Talk and Signing, Lincoln, NE, 1 p.m. Francie and Finch Bookshop, 130 S. 13th Street. Meet Ted Wheeler, Nebraska Book Award honoree and author of Kings of Broken Things. Books will be available for purchase.
February 13, 2019 Lettuce Turnip the Beet Youth Open Mic and Slam, Omaha, NE, 6 p.m. The B Side of Benson Theatre, 6058 Maple Street. Open mic night for poets under the age of 21 followed by a poetry slam. Sign up starts at 5:30 p.m. and space is limited. Come out and enjoy some youth poetry!
February 13, 2019 Visiting Writers Series , Norfolk, NE, 4 p.m. Northeast Community College, 801 East Benjamin Ave. Writers Neil Harrison and Art Homer will be presenting. Event is free and open to the public. The series' new location on campus is in the College Welcome Center, Room 1108B.
February 14, 2019 Library Lover's Day
February 15, 2019 Queer Open Mic, Omaha, NE, 7 - 10 p.m. OutrSpaces, 1258 S. 13th Street. Join us for this open mic. Doors and sign up at 7 p.m. Due to the open mic nature of this night strong, mature, or triggering content may occur.
February 16, 2019 Local Author Day, Omaha, NE, 12 - 5 p.m. The Bookworm Omaha, 2501 S 90th Street. We're thrilled to have 8 authors joining us. Beginning at Noon, on a rotation, local authors will spend an hour in-store to chat, discuss their books, sign copies, and meet friends and new fans. With authors changing on the hour, there will be someone new to talk with all day! See the schedule at https://www.bookwormomaha.com/events.
February 17, 2019 Songbird and Storytellers, Omaha, NE, 8 - 10 p.m. Omaha Lounge, 1505 Farnam Street.
February 17, 2019 Robber's Cave Presentation and Book Signing, Seward, NE, 2 - 4 p.m. Seward Memorial Library, 233 S 5th Street. Author Joel Green will discuss his book Robber's Cave: Truths, Legends, Recollections, followed by a book signing.
February 18, 2019 Writer's Night: Tayden Bundy, Lincoln, NE, 7 - 9 p.m. Crescent Moon, 140 N. 8th Street. Author of Beyond Lincoln: A History of Nebraska Hauntings, Tayden Bundy will discuss his book. Copies of his book will be available for purchase.
February 20, 2019 Prairie Readers with Ted Genoways, Lincoln, NE, 1 p.m. Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2110 Sheridan Blvd. All are invited for a special presentation about This Blessed Earth: A Year in the Life of an American Family Farm by author Ted Genoways! The book has been selected as this year's One Book One Nebraska. Don't miss this opportunity.
February 20, 2019 African American Read-In, Lincoln, NE, 12 - 1 p.m. Loren Corey Eisley Library, 1530 Superior Street. Celebrate African American History with readings and performances.
February 20, 2019 Writer's Workshop Reading Series, Omaha, NE, 7:30 p.m. Kaneko Library, 1111 Jones Street. For 40+ years, the Writer's Workshop Reading Series has featured free public readings and discussions by nationally renowned authors. Screenwriters Ehren Parks and Christine Burright-McGuigan will be sharing about their work and expertise on the craft of writing.
February 21, 2019 NWU Visiting Writers Series: Julia Whicker, Lincoln, NE, 6 p.m. Callen Conference Center, 50th Street and Saint Paul Ave. The mission of this series remains the promotion of literary experiences with contemporary writers meant to enliven and to educate young writers. Visiting writer Julia Whicker is a novelist. This event is free and open to the public.
February 21, 2019 Cats, Coffee, and Books, Omaha, NE, 6 - 8 p.m. Felius Cat Cafe, 522 South 24th Street. Join us for a caffeinated evening of talking about books and playing with cats. What could go wrong! We'll have a literary cat trivia contest with winners being entered to win a free book.
February 21-22, 2019 Nebraska State Literacy Conference, Kearney, NE. Ramada Inn and Conference Center. Join us at this event which offers morning and evening workshops, lectures from incredible authors and speakers, breakout sessions, luncheons, and more! Registration is required.
February 24, 2019 Sunday Series: "An Unconventional Woman for An Unconventional War", Bellevue, NE, 2 - 4 p.m. Sarpy County Museum, 2402 Clay Street. Dr. Thomas Berg will discuss Beverly Keever and her memoir Death Zones and Darling Spies which was the 2015 One Book One Nebraska selection.
February 25, 2019 Nebraska State Poet Installation: Matt Mason, Lincoln, NE, 10 - 11 a.m. Warner Chamber, 1445 K Street. Join us for this public ceremony as we recognize the Nebraska State Poet finalists, introduce the State Poet Selection Committee, and celebrate Matt Mason's appointment and installation as Nebraska State Poet for 2019-2023.
February 27, 2019 Rhyme Swap 6, Omaha, NE, 8 - 11 p.m. Lookout Lounge, 320 S. 72nd Street. Join this meeting of hip-hop poets and share ideas as well as your own lyrics.
February 28, 2019 Book Signing and Discussion, Lincoln, NE, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center. Crazy Horse family elder, Floy Clown Sr, and author, William Matson, discuss and sign their book Crazy Horse: The Lakota Warrior's Life and Legacy. The book is based on the family's oral history.
February 28, 2019 Poetry Reading, Lincoln, NE, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Indigo Bridge Books & Cafe, 701 P Street, Suite 102. Join us for an evening of poetry with some talented writers.
February 28, 2019 Speak, Poet: Poetry at the Bay, Lincoln, NE, 6 - 8 p.m. The Bay, 2005 Y Street. All ages are welcome! Join as we write, give feedback, and share our work. Bring a draft, or several, that you would like to work and get feedback on. Come enjoy poetry, support local, and get caffeinated. As always, respect the space and the people in it - in short. Be nice. This event is free and open to the public.
February 28, 2019 Plains Writers Series (Poetry), Wayne, NE, 1-3 p.m. Humanities Lounge, 111 Main Street. The Plains Writers Series brings attnetion to the prose and poetry of local Great Plains writers through reading and interacting with area audiences. This series will highlight Heidie Hermanson, Todd Robinson, Ruth Williams, and Miles Waggener. The writers will perform poetry and discuss their latest books. This event is free and open to the public.
February 28, 2019 Poetry Slam XLI, Wayne, NE, 7 p.m. Max Bar & Grill, 109 Main Street. Registration starts at 6 p.m. and the slam begins at 7 p.m. Slam participants need four orignal poems and pay the $5 registration fee. This event is free and open to the public.

March

March 1, 2019 Book Event - Karen Duncan & Joseph Broghammer, Lincoln, NE, 4 - 6 p.m. You're invited to meet author Karen Duncan and artist Joseph Broghammer, the creative minds behind Chica. There will be a short reading and comments at 5 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Books will be availabe for purchase and signing.
March 1, 2019 Nebraska's Landmark Buildings, Bellevue, NE, 4:15 - 5:15 p.m. Chandler View Elementary School, 7800 S. 25th Street. Featuring Nebraska author Jeff Barnes.
March 1, 2019 Dr. Seuss Birthday Celebration, Peru, NE, 9:30 a.m. Peru State College - Performing Arts Center, 600 Hoyt Street. The Peru Student Education Association (PSEA) is celebrating the birthday of Dr. Seuss. There will be interactive performances from different Dr. Seuss books. This event is open to the public.
March 2, 2019 Read Aross America Day
March 3-9, 2019 Teen Tech Week, Nationwide. This initiative encourages teenagers to use their libraries' nonprint resources for education and recreational projects. The goal is to help teens succeed in school and prepare for college and 21st century careers.
March 3, 2019 Book Singing - Christie Aschwander, Lincoln, NE, 8 - 9 a.m. The Lincoln Running Company, 1213 Q Street. Join us and meet Christi as she talks about her brand new book Good to Go. Books will be available for purchase and Christie will sign them. There will also be a fun run departing from the Lincoln Running Company at 7 a.m. followed by breakfast croissants and coffee.
March 3, 2019 Omaha Comic Book Convention, Omaha, NE, 10 a.m. Comfort Inn & Suites, 7007 Grover Street. Event is free and open to the public.
March 3, 2019 Open Mic Night Hosted by Tapestries The Raw & Uncut, Omaha, NE, 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. The Omaha Lounge, 1505 Farnam Street. The open mic that brings it all! Get your poetry, spoken word, music, hip-hop, comedy and good vibes aLL in a single woven experience!
March 4, 2019 National Grammar Day
March 5, 2019 Book Presentation and Signing, York, NE, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Kilgore Memorial Library, 520 N Nebraska Ave. Author Joel Green will be discussing his popular book Robber's Cave: Truths, Legends and Recollections which talks of one of Lincoln's landmarks.
March 6, 2019 NLHA's Lunch at the Library, Lincoln, NE, 12:10 p.m. Bennett Martin Public Library, 136 S. 14th Street. Digital Arts Coordinator at UNL Libraries and author of The University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Kay Logan-Peters will be the featured presenter. Located on the 4th floor.
March 7, 2019 A March Evening at Mo Java, Lincoln, NE, 6 p.m. Mo Java Cafe & Roasting Co. 2649 N 28th St Ste D. A quartet of four feisty peoples are coming to Mo Java - Song guy Scott Severin, and writers Amy Plettner, Sarah McKinstry-Brown, and Karen Gettert Shoemaker.
March 7, 2019 Vision|Verse|Voice: Being Black in America, Omaha, NE, 6:30 p.m. Joslyn Art Museum, 2200 Dodge Street. Experience an evening of original poetry and spoken work performances. Visit https://www.joslyn.org/visit/calendar-of-events/details.aspx?ID=3667 to see the list of participating poets. Event is free and open to the public.
March 8, 2019 Reading for International Women's Day, Lincoln, NE, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Indigo Bridge Books and Cafe, 701 P Street, Ste 102. As part of the Haymarket wide celebration of International Women's Day, Indigo will host a reading with Claire Jimenez, Kate Marya, Jess Poli, and Ilana Masad. There will also be a presentation from Fresh Start. Fresh Start Home offers a safe, structured, alcohol-and drug-free environment for women invested in attaining self-sufficiency. Services are offered to women ages 19 years and older.
March 9, 2019 Paws to Read, Kearney, NE, 1:30 - 3 p.m. Kearney Public Library, 2020 1st Ave. Come to the library and read to a friendly registered therapy animal. Read five books or chapters and earn a prize! All ages are welcome and registration is not required.
March 9, 2019 Poetry Writing Workshop with Matt Mason, Omaha, NE, 1:30 p.m. Omaha Public Library - Benson Branch, 6015 Binney Street. Join NWC Executive Director and Nebraska State Poet Matt Mason for a fun poetry writing workshop. This event is free and open to the public.
March 9, 2019 Teen Poetry Workshop, Omaha, NE, 1:30 p.m. Benson Branch Library, 6015 Binney Street. Bring your creativity and interest in slam poetry! Join Nebraska Writers Collective's Louder Than a Bomb coaches and visiting artist to learn from the experts.
March 10, 2019 Nebraska State Poetry Out Loud,Lincoln, NE, 1:30 - 4 p.m. Sheldon Art Museum, 12th & R Streets. Poetry Out Loud is a nationwide recitation contest that encourages students to learn about poetry. Come listen to these high school students compete for a chance to advance to the national competition in Washington D.C. We will honor our emcee, Matt Mason, on his new appointment as State Poet and host special guest Stephen Young from the Poetry Foundation. This event is free and open to the public.
March 10, 2019 Family Sundays in the Forest: Writing Hike, Bellevue, NE, 1 - 3 p.m. Fontenelle Forest, 1111 Bellevue Blvd N. This is a great opportunity for you to brush up on your writing skills and explore the sights and sounds of the forest. All ages are welcome.
March 11, 2019 Writer's Night: Poetry Open Mic, Lincoln, NE, 7 - 9 p.m. Crescent Moon, 140 N 8th Street. Sign up starts at 7 p.m.
March 11, 2019 Reading with Rigoberto Gonzalez, Lincoln, NE, 5 - 7 p.m. Nebraska Club, 233 S 13th St #2000. Rigoberto González is a poet, author, L.A. Times critic and Professor of English at Rutgers-Newark, the State University of New Jersey.
March 12, 2019 2019 Advocacy Day, Lincoln, NE. Nebraska State Capitol. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
March 12, 2019 Knoll Lecture: Rigoberto Gonzales, Lincoln, NE, 5:30 - 7 p.m. Andrews Hall, 625 N 14th Street. Unforgetting Tamazunchale: A Return to the Classics of Chicanx Literature
March 12, 2019 Visualizing Literature: Book Club for Art Lovers, Omaha, NE, 10:30 a.m. Joslyn Art Museum, 2200 Dodge Street. Explore connections between the literary and visual arts through moderated book discussions and guided gallery tours. Reservations are required.
March 12, 2019 NAC Present: Desmond Egan, Norfolk, NE, 6 - 9 p.m. Black Cow Fat Pig Pub & Steak, 702 W Norfolk Ave. Norfolk Arts Center presents internationally recognized Irish poet, Desmond Egan. He is a full-time writer and author of 18 books of poetry.
March 13, 2019 One Book One Nebraska - Farm Succession Planning Program, Cozad, NE, 6:30 p.m. Cozad High School Auditorium, 1710 Meridian Ave. In conjunction with One Book, One Cozad activities around the 2019 selection, This Blessed Earth: A Year in the Life of an American Family Farm by Ted Genoways, the Wilson Public Library is hosting a farm succcession planning program with Dr. Ron Hanson. The public is invited and the doors open at 6 p.m.
March 13, 2019 Chigozie Obioma Reading, Lincoln, NE, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Indigo Bridge Books & Cafe, 701 P Street, Suite 102. Award winning author and UNL English and Creative Writing Professor, Chigozie Obioma, comes to Indigo Bridge for a reading and discussion of his new book, An Orchestra of Minorities!
March 14, 2019 Author Event - Tosca Lee, Kearney, NE, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Kearney Public Library, 2020 1st Ave. Join for a meet and greet with author Tosca Lee and get the lowdown on her book The Line Between. Books will be available for sale.
March 14, 2019 No Name Reading, Lincoln, NE, 6:30 p.m. Indigo Bridge Books, 701 P Street, Suite 102. Featuring poetry and prose by graduate students of the Department of English.
March 15, 2019 World Speech Day,
March 17, 2019 Eldon Drive, Lincoln, NE, 6 - 8 p.m. Indigo Bridge Books & Cafe, 701 P Street, Suite 102. Join Eldon Drive for an exciting new set of poetry set to jazz.
March 19, 2019 Author Night, Lincoln, NE, 6 - 7:30 p.m. The Happy Raven, 122 N 11th Street. Author Jason Heller will join for a special edition of the Raven and Finch Book Club! He'll be talking about and signing copies of his book Strange Stars: David Bowie, Pop Musice, and the Decade Sci-Fi Exploded.
March 19, 2019 Brothers Book Club: My Antonia, Omaha, NE, 7 - 8 p.m. Brothers Lounge, 3812 Farnam Street. Join for a spirited discussion of Willa Cather's classic novel My Antonia.
March 19, 2019 Inklings: Writer's Group, Bellevue, NE, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Bellevue Public Library, 1003 Lincoln Rd. The Inklings are a group of local writers focused on honing their craft and seeking publication. We offer critiques and reader's feedback, discuss techniques, and share publication tips and tricks. Writers of all levels are welcome. Must be 18+
March 19, 2019 The Lucille Cobb Lecture Series, Crete, NE, 7 p.m. Doane University, Chab Weyers Education & Hixson Lied Art Building Rooms 236/38. The 2019 Lucille Cobb memorial Lecture presents "The Next Food Revolution: Politics and the American Farm" with guest lecturer Ted Genoways, author of This Blessed Earth: A Year in the Life of an American Family Farm.
March 21, 2019 World Poetry Day
March 21, 2019 Teen Creative Writing Club, Omaha, NE, 5 - 6 p.m. Benson Branch Library, 6015 Binney Street. Join other teens interested in writing and sharpen your creativity and writing skills through fun prompts and exercises. Ages 12-18 are welcome to attend.
March 21, 2019 Evening of Stories with Storyteller Karissa Johnson, La Vista, NE, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. La Vista Public Library, 9110 Giles Road. Join author and Nebraska native Karissa Johnson as she delights us with stories from around the world. Bring your family and settle in for an evening of the spoken word.
March 22, 2019 Nebraska Authors Book club, Elmwood, NE, 12 - 1 p.m. This session is a field trip to Elmwood, Nebrasaka, home of Bess Streeter Aldrich. The featured title is The Rim of the Prairie. If you are interested in attending, contact the Heritage Room at 402-441-8516.
March 22, 2019 Legends & Stories: The Changing Ecology of the Great Plains, Gibbon, NE, 5:15 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Iain Nicolson Audubon Center at Rowe Sanctuary, 44450 Elm Island Rd. Join us at the National Willa Cather Center as we partner with the Iain Nicolson Audubon Center at Rowe Sanctuary and the Willa Cather Archive for an ecotourism day-trip! Begin your day with a sunrise viewing, followed by a ride to Red Cloud, the hometown of Pulitzer Prize-winning author Willa Cather. There will be readings and discussions of her novel O Pioneers! and tours of important and historic Cather sites. Guests will return to Rowe Sactuary in the afternoon. Registration is required.
March 23, 2019 Poetry Readings and Workshop, Lincoln, NE, 4:30 - 6 p.m. Francie & Finch Bookshop, 130 South 13th Street. Authors Crystal Stone and Allison Boyd will read from their new books and also run a short poetry workshop. Call Francie & Finch at 402-781-0459 to confirm a spot.
March 25, 2019 An Evening with Andrew Rannells, Omaha, NE, 7 - 9 p.m. KANEKO, 1111 Jones Street. The Bookworm Omaha presents an evening with Andrew Rannells. He will discuss his career, work, and his memoir Too Much is Not Enough. He will also be taking questions from the audience. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.
March 26, 2019 Upcycle, Lincoln, NE, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Bennett Martin Public Library, 136 S. 14th Street. Have you ever wondered what you can create with a recycled book? Join us for some cool upcycle crafts using repurposed books and cardboard boxes. This event is open to all ages.
March 28-31, 2019 Charting Your Soul's Compass: A Women's Reflective Writing Retreat, Schuyler, NE. St. Benedict Center, 1126 Road I Anx.
March 29, 2019 Central Plains Library Systems Summer Reading Workshop, Ravenna, NE, 9:30 a.m. Ravenna Public Library, 324 Milan Ave. Registration deadline is March 22nd.
March 29-31, 2019 WillyCon XXI, Wayne, NE. Wayne State College. Panel starts at 1 p.m.
March 30, 2019 Book Signing with Children's Author Jessi Rausch, Lincoln, NE, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Francie & Finch Bookshop, 130 South 13th Street. Meet author Jessi Rausch and pick up a signed copy of her charming children's book She Shines Bright.
March 30, 2019 Writer's Night at the Grat: A Celebration of Nebraska Writers, Lincoln, NE, 7 - 9 p.m. Gratitude Cafe & Baker, 1551 N Cotner Blvd. Join for an evening celebrating Nebraska writers hosted by Paul Wake Baker. The evening will lead off with penultimate State Poet Twyla Hansen and Lincoln Poet Rex Walton reading selections that have influenced them. There will be an open mic where anyone can read up to five minutes of any writing by a Nebraska author other than themselves.
March 31, 2019 Finding the Writer Within, Denton, NE, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center, 11700 SW 100th Street. Explore the world of writing in this workshop of inspiration and encouragement designed to help each participant find the writer within. Writers Lucy Adkins and Becky Breed will help you tap into the world of imagination and learn ways to jump-start the creative process. Participants will do their own writing from writing exercises, shared images, and structured walks on the prairie. In addition, discover insights into your own self and the practice of creativity, and discuss ways to make the practice of writing a part of everyone's lives. Register at scp@audubon.org or call 402-797-2301
March 31, 2019 Nebraska Writers Guild Visit, Fremont, NE, 2:30 - 4 p.m. Keene Memorial Library, 1030 N Broad St. Authors from across Nebraska will come to the library, read selections from their books, and have books available for purchase and autographs.

April

April 2019 National Poetry Month, Nationwide. National Poetry Month each April is the largest literary celebration in the world, with tens of millions of readers, students, K-12 teachers, librarians, booksellers, literary events curators, publishers, bloggers, and, of course, poets marking poetry’s important place in our culture and our lives.
April 2019 School Library Month, Nationwide. School Library Month is the American Association of School Librarians' celebration of school librarians and their programs. Every April school librarians are encouraged to host activities to help their school and local community celebrate the essential role that strong school library programs play in transforming learning.
April 1, 2019 Book Club, Hastings, NE, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. First Congregational United Church of Christ, 2819 West 7th Street. The book being discussed is This Blessed Earth by Ted Genoways.
April 2, 2019 Books After Dark, Omaha, NE, 6 - 7:30 p.m. Corkscrew Wine & Cheese, 10924 Prairie Brook Rd. Join us for a discussion of Michelle Obama's book Becoming.
April 3, 2019 NLHA's Lunch at the Library, Lincoln, NE, 12:10 p.m. Bennett Martin Public Library, 136 South 14th Street. Bring your lunch and listen to Lincoln City Libraries Director, Pat Leach, discuss selections from the American Library Association's Notable Book List. Located on the 4th floor.
April 3, 2019 Book Talk and Signing - Steven Wingate, Lincoln, NE, 6 - 7 p.m. Francie & Finch Bookshop, 130 South 13th Street. Meet Steven Wingate, University of Nebraska Press Flyover Fiction Series author of Of Fathers and Fire. Books will be available for purchase and autograph.
April 3, 2019 Great Plains Lecture: Megan Black, Lincoln, NE, 3:30 p.m. Center for Great Plains Studies, 115 Q Street. Megan Black is an assistant professor of international history at the London School of Economics. Her new book, The Global Interior: Mineral Frontiers and American Power, explores an American project of global extraction superheaded by the U.S. Department of the Interior in the twentieth century. This lecture is free and open to the public.
April 4, 2019 A One Book, One Cozad Presentation, Cozad, NE, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Wilson Public Library, 910 Meridian Avenue. Mark Reiman, from Bayer (formerly Monsanto) will give a presentation about shaping the future of agriculture. This program is in conjunction with the 2019 One Book, One Cozad selection This Blessed Earth.
April 4, 2019 Stuff That Needs to Be Said: An Evening with John Pavlovitz, Lincoln, NE, 7 p.m. First-Plymouth Church, 2000 D Street. Join us for this lecture, Q&A, and book signing. Pastor, author and popular blogger, John Pavlovitz, will offer an authentic conversation on how we can cultivate hope in this changing world.
April 4, 2019 The Reading Series Presents Natasha Trethewey, Lincoln, NE, 7 p.m. Sheldon Museum of Art, 12th and R Streets. Natasha Trethewey served two terms as the 19th Poet Laureate of the United States (2012-2014). She is the author of five collections of poetry which have received multiple awards.
April 6, 2019 How to Publish a Children's Book, Omaha, NE, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge Street. Is publishing a book for children on your bucket list? Many people have stories they want to share but don't know where to start. This class covers everything you need to know. Presented by 33 year old publishing veteran, Lisa Pelto.
April 6, 2019 Book Talk & Signing with Authors Ted Genoways and Bart Schaneman, Lincoln, NE, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Francie & Finch Bookshop, 130 South 13th Street. Meet authors Ted Genoways and Bart Schanemen. These award-winning journalists will be introduced by Ken Winston and will interview each other about their works including This Blessed Earth (One Book One Nebraska 2019 Selection) and The Silence is the Noise. The authors will also share with us about their upcoming books. This is sure to be a lively discussion! Books available for purchase and autograph.
April 6, 2019 Ruth Williams Poetry and Workshop, Fremont, NE, 2 - 3:30 p.m. Keene Memorial Library, 1030 N Broad Street. Poet Ruth Williams will host a poetry workshop and read selected poems from her new book Flatlands.
April 6, 2019 Basics of Poetry, Omaha, NE, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Westside High School, 8701 Pacific Street. Explore the basics of writing poetry for performance such as metaphors and similies all while learning to perform your poem in front of an audience. No experience needed.
April 6, 2019 Dundee Book Company Coffee Talk, Omaha, NE, 12 - 5 p.m. Hardy Coffe Co (Highlander), 2112 North 30th Street. Join for an afternoon pick-me-up of our popular cofee talk. We'll have along for sale the best books of 2019 so far and some favorite poetry collections and children's books from years prior.
April 7-13, 2019 National Library Week, Nationwide.
April 9, 2019 National Library Workers Day, Nationwide.
April 10, 2019 National Bookmobile Day, Nationwide. National Bookmobile Day celebrates our nation's bookmobiles and the dedicated library professionals who provide this valuable and essential service to their communities every day. National Bookmobile Day is an opportunity for bookmobiles fans to make their support known—through thanking bookmobile staff, writing a letter or e-mail to their libraries, or voicing their support to community leaders.
April 10, 2019 Author Reading - Kwame Dames, Lincoln, NE, 6 - 7:30 p.m. Indigo Bridge Books & Cafe, 701 P Street, Suite 102.
April 10, 2019 Writer's Workshop Reading Series, Omaha, NE, 7:30 p.m. Weber Art Gallery, 6505 University Dr S. For 40+ years, the Writer's Workshop Reading Series has featured free public readings and discussions by nationally renowned authors. Poets Sarah McKinstry-Brown and Genevieve N. Williams.
April 10, 2019 Chopped: Writing Edition, Norfolk, NE, 6 - 8 p.m. Norfolk Public Library, 308 W. Prospect Ave. Join for a fun evening of inspiration and encouragement in the pursuit of writing. This free event doesn't require registration and is geared towards teens and adults.
April 11-13, 2019 Nebraska Writers Guild Spring Conference and Writing Retreat, Omaha, NE. Comfort Inn and Suites, 7007 Grover Street. Registration is required.
April 11, 2019 Poetry Reading: Lisa Fay Coutley Lincoln, NE, 5-6 p.m. UNL - Andrews Hall: Bailey Library, 625 N 14th Street. Lisa Fay Coutley is the author of tether, Errata, In the Carnival of Breathing, and winner of the Crab Orchard Series in Poetry Open Competition Award.
April 12, 2019 D.E.A.R. - Drop Everything And Read, Nationwide. This celebration serves as a reminder to people of all ages to prioritize reading in their lives.
April 13, 2019 Author Event/Book Signing, Lincoln, NE, 4:30 p.m. Francie & Finch Bookshop, 130 S. 13th Street. Meet Carson Vaughan and pick up a copy of his highly anticipated book Zoo Nebraska: The Dismantling of an American Dream.
April 13, 2019 Paws to Read, Kearney, NE, 1:30 - 3 p.m. Kearney Public Library, 2020 1st Ave. Come to the library and read to a friendly registered therapy animal. Read five books or chapters and earn a prize! All ages are welcome and registration is not required.
April 13, 2019 Basics of Playwriting, Omaha, NE, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Westide High School, 8701 Pacific Street. Learn the basic bones of playwriting, including plot, characters and theatre. No experience needed.
April 13, 2019 Writer's Workshop, York, NE, 2 p.m. York College, 1125 E 8th Street. This free event will include a lecture from Nebraska State Poet, Matt Mason at 2 p.m. followed by a reception at 3 p.m. and then a book signing at 3:30 p.m. The workshop portion of the event will run from 3:30 - 5 p.m. Writers of all kinds are invited to attend. Registration is requested.
April 13, 2019 Plainsongs Celebration of Poetry and Prose, Hastings, NE, 7 - 9 p.m. The Lark, 809 W. Second Street. Join for Plainsong Magazine's Annual Celebration of Poetry and Prose. This event is free and open to the public.
April 14, 2019 "Reopening the Frontier: Homesteading in the Modern West" with author Brian Cannon, Beatrice, NE, 2 p.m. Homestead National Monument of America - Education Center, 8523 West State Hwy 4. Dr. Biran Cannon of Brigham Young University will be presenting on the subject of homesteading in the 20th century. He will sign copies of hist book Reopening the Frontier: Homesteading in the Modern West. This event is free and registration is not required.
April 15, 2019 Book Club Festival, Kearney, NE, 7 - 8 p.m. Kearney Public Library, 2020 1st Ave. Brush up on your literature for trivia games at this annual event. Refreshments will be served and the new book club bag titles will be announced. Registration is required and the deadline is April 8 at 9 p.m.
April 16, 2019 Inklings: Writer's Group, Bellevue, NE, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Bellevue Public Library, 1003 Lincoln Rd. The Inklings are a group of local writers focused on honing their craft and seeking publication. We offer critiques and reader's feedback, discuss techniques, and share publication tips and tricks. Writers of all levels are welcome. Must be 18+
April 16, 2019 Tuesday Night Try-it: Detour Nebraska, Lincoln, NE, 6 - 7:30 p.m. Bennett Martin Public Library, 136 S 14th Street. Join author Gretchen Garrison as she shares information from her book Detour Nebraska: Historic Destinations & Natural Wonders. No registration is required.
April 16, 2019 Author Event - Carson Vaughan, Broken Bow, NE, 7 p.m. Broken Bow Public Library, 625 S D Street. The Broken Bow Public Library is thrilled to have Carson Vaughan, Broken Bow High School graduate and freelance writer. He'll be reading from his first published book, Zoo Nebraska. There will also be opportunities to ask questions and get your copy of his book signed.
April 16, 2019 Jonathan Shay, Lincoln, NE, 5 - 7 p.m. Nebraska Union Room: Auditorium, 1400 R Street. Jonathan Shay, psychologist, MacArthur grant winner, and author of Achilles in Vietname, will talk about his work with veterans of the Vietnam war and how Homer's poems the Iliad and Odyssey are reflections of combat trauma and the American soliders' experience.
April 16, 2019 Poetry Reading: Sara Henning, Lincoln, NE, 5 -6 p.m. UNL - Andrews Hall: Bailey Library, 625 N 14th Street. Poet Sara Henning is the author of View from True North, A Sweeter Water, and winner of the Crab Orchard Series in Poetry Open Competition Award.
April 17, 2019 Writer's Workshop Reading Series, Omaha, NE, 7:30 p.m. Weber Art Gallery, 6505 University Dr S. For 40+ years, the Writer's Workshop Reading Series has featured free public readings and discussions by nationally renowned authors. Poets Erin Adair-Hodges and Jenny Molberg.
April 17, 2019 NYT Best-Selling Author Tosca Lee at Wilson Public Library, Cozad, NE, 6:30 p.m. Wilson Public Library, 910 Meridian Ave. Wilson Public Library hosts Nebraska author Tosca Lee. She will be discussing her newest book, The Line Between. This discussion is free and open to the public. Books will be available for sale and autographs.
April 17, 2019 International Write-In, Lincoln, NE, 6 - 9 p.m. UNL Love Library - 2nd Floor Link, 13th & R Streets. There's no need to write alone. You are invited to bring any project and work alongside other writers. Free snack and games will be on hand. Writing Center consultants will be available for 15-minute consultations.
April 18, 2019 Homerathon 2019, Lincoln, NE, 8 a.m. UNL Meier Commons, 299 S 31st Street. Join for an all-day reading of Homer's Odyssey. Paired with talks, events, food and games throughout the day, it is sure to be a good time.
April 19, 2019 Open Mic Night, Lincoln, NE, 7 - 9 p.m. Gratitude Cafe & Bakery, 1551 N Cotner Blvd. Hosted by Donn Samuelson.
April 19, 2019 Letting Survivors Speak: Poetry Reading & Discussion, Lincoln, NE, 7 - 9:30 p.m. Red Eye, 1410 O Street. This poetry reading is meant to be a space where survivors of sexual violence and child abuse can come and read poetry, or other writing, and have discussions with other survivors in a safe, open, and nonjudgemental space. Reservation is reaquired.
April 20, 2019 Book Signing, Omaha, NE, 11 a.m. Barnes & Noble, 3333 Oakview Drive. Author Trish Eklund will be signing copies of her book, Abandoned Nebraska: Echoes of Our Past.
April 22, 2019 Writer's Night, Fremont, NE, 7 - 8:30 p.m. Keene Memorial Library, 1030 N. Broad Street. Come join other local writers and share your writing, learn about other styles, and bounce ideas off each other.
April 23, 2019 Bard Birthday Bash: Shakespeare Turns 455!, Lincoln, NE, 1 -3 p.m. UNL - Andrews Hall: Bailey Library, 625 N 14th Street. Join to celebrate the traditional observance of Shakespeare's birthday. Festivities will include sonnets, soliloquies, scenes, and cake.
April 25, 2019 No Name Reading, Lincoln, NE, 6:30 p.m. Indigo Bridge Books, 701 P Street, Suite 102. features the best in poetry and prose from graduate student writers in the Department of English at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
April 25, 2019 Poetry & Popcorn, Omaha, NE, 8 - 11 p.m. Emery's Cafe, 2118 N. 24th Street, Suite 101. Come enjoy a night of spoken word hosted by Shanketta Newsom. There will be music, open mic, drink specials, and popcorn.
April 26-27, 2019 Wordsower's Christian Writers Conference, Omaha, NE. Join for the 7th Annual Wordsowers Christian Writers Conference. This conference will feature keynote speaker Craig von Buseck, one on one sessions with workshop leaders and editors, and the chance to submit a piece for critique. Registration is required.
April 27, 2019 National Tell A Story Day
April 27, 2019 38th Annual Neihardt Spring Conference, Bancroft, NE, 9 a.m. John G. Neihardt State Historic Site, 306 W Elm Street.
April 27, 2019 Book Festival, Columbus, NE, 2 p.m. Columbus Public Library, 2504 14th Street. Independently and self-published authors are welcome to promote, sell, and sign their books at this event. We are excited to announce that author Mary Connealy will be joining us to kick off the event. If you are interested in participating, please contact Rachelle McPhillips at rmcphil@columbusne.us and include a photograph for publicity, a brief bio, and whether or not you would like to read during the event.
April 27, 2019 Book Talk & Signing - Ted Kooser, Lincoln, NE, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Francie & Finch Bookshop, 130 S. 13th Street. Meet former U.S. Poet Laureate, Presidential Professor, editor of American Life in Poetry and honoree of too many awards - Ted Kooser! This is your chance to meet Ted, learn about his charming new children's book Mr. Posey's Glasses, and pick up an autographed copy.
April 27, 2019 Writer's Night, Lincoln, NE, 7 - 9 p.m. Gratitude Cafe & Bakery, 1551 N Cotner Blvd.
April 28, 2019 Ames Reading Series: "Lost Restaurants of Lincoln, Nebraska", Lincoln, NE, 2 - 3:30 p.m. Bennett Martin Public Library, 136 S. 14th Street. Jeff Korbelik, author of Lost Restaurants of Lincoln, Nebraska, will be remembering Lincoln's most memorable eateries.
April 29-May 5, 2019 Children's Book Week, Nationwide.
April 30, 2019 Dia, Nationwide. El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day), commonly known as Día, is a celebration every day of children, families, and reading that culminates yearly on April 30. The celebration emphasizes the importance of literacy for children of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds. Día is a nationally recognized initiative that emphasizes the importance of literacy for all children from all backgrounds.

May

May 2019 Get Caught Reading Month, Nationwide. Get Caught Reading is a campaign to promote the fun of reading books for all ages.
May 1, 2019 Author Lecture and Signing, Lincoln, NE, 6:30 - 8 p.m. First-Plymouth Church, 2000 D Street. Join us as author Mary Pipher speaks on her book Women Rowing North: Navigating Life's Currents and Flourishing as We Age. Copies of Mary's books will be available for purchase before and after the lecture. Mary will also be signing copies after the lecture. This event is free and open to the public. For more information contact addie@firstplymouth.org
May 1, 2019 Blogging for Beginners, Omaha, NE, 5:45 - 8:45 p.m. MCC at Do Space, 7205 Dodge Street. Are you considering starting a blog or are you a new blogger? Nicole McDonald, an eight-year veteran, will discuss the basics. Topics include determining if blogging is right for you, selecting a niche topic, choosing a blog platform and domain name. Walk through the basic steps of creating a new blog and posting valuable content that will attract new readers. Discover which tools are essential for every blogger.
May 1, 2019 700 Words Prose Slam, Omaha, NE, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Apollon Art Space, 1801 Vinton Street. Presented by the UNO English Department and Writer's Workshop. There is a $5 entry fee for those who plan on participating. Participants must also have two original works prepared, each with a 700 word limit. This event is free for audience members. Dors open at 6:30 and the slam is set to start at 7.
May 3, 2019 2019 Poetry of Place Celebration, Lincoln, NE, 4 p.m. State Capitol - Warner Chamber, 1445 K Street. The Nebraska Writing Project sponsors the annual Poetry of Place event. Students from all over the state read their winning poetry along with State Poet Matt Mason and former State Poet Twyla Hansen.
May 4, 2019 Author Visit - Channy Chhi Laux, Lincoln, NE, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Bennett Martin Public Library, 136 S. 14th Street. Channy Chhi Laux's memoir, Short Hair Detention, focuses on her experience during the Cambodian genocide, her adjustment to Lincoln, and the challenges she faed in the male-dominated career field.
May 7, 2019 Nebraska Lecture - Kari Ronning, Lincoln, NE, 3:30 - 5 p.m. The Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center, 313 N 13th Street. Kar Ronning, research associate professor of English, will present "Willa Cather on Campus," the fift event in the N150 Nebraska Lecture series.
May 7, 2019 Visiting Author: "Mr. Deeds Goes to Town" Screening & Book Signing, Omaha, NE, 7 - 9:30 p.m. Film Streams' Ruth Sokolof Theater, 1340 Mike Fahey Street. Intro and Q&A with Victoria Riskin - daughter of Robert Riskin, screenwriter of this and many other movies, and Fay Wray, legendary leading lady. Riskin is the author of the new book Fay Wray and Robert Riskin: A Hollywood Memoir. A book signing will follow.
May 7, 2019 Author Presentation - Stephanie Grace Whitson, Lincoln, NE, 2 p.m. St. Mark's United Methodist Church, 8550 Pioneers Blvd. Local author Stephanie Grace Whitson will present Nebraska Stories. Whitson is an award-winning and bestselling novelist. This event is free and open to the public.
May 11, 2019 Words & Wheels Summer Series, Lincoln, NE, 10 - 11 a.m. Museum of American Speed, 599 Oak Creek Drive. Join for the first Words & Wheels Summer Series event at the Museum of American Speed! Award winning children's book author and musician, Tevin Hansen will present songs, and crafts for his Junkyard Adventures book Word Dragon. Following an author reading of Word Dragon, there will be playing an epic game of Scrabble with the Word Dragon! Make sure to pick up a Junkyard Adventures Passport booklet and get your first stamp! For each event you attend in our Words & Wheels summer series your passport will be stamped for a chance to win a prize!
May 11, 2019 Donuts and Poetry with State Poet Matt Mason, Omaha, NE, 3:30 p.m. Florence Mill, 9102 N 30th Street.
May 14, 2019 Front Porch Poetry Reading, Kearney, NE, 7 - 8:30 p.m. G.W. Frank Museum, 2010 University Drive.
May 16, 2019 Pinot, Pigs & Poets 2019, Omaha, NE, 6 - 10 p.m. Happy Hollow Club, 1701 S 105th Street. Pinot, Pigs & Poets is celebrating its 10th year! The event will include attendee favorites of the fine pinot noir wines and delectable pork dishes, as well as slam poetry by the Nebraska Writers Collective.
May 16, 2019 Book Discussion - "This Blessed Earth: A Year in the Life of an American Family Farm", Beatrice, NE, 7 p.m. HOmestead National Monument of America, 8523 W State Highway 4. Homestead National Monument of America wil be hosting a book discussion in partnership with Beatric Public Library. Park Historian Jonathan Fairchild will be leading the discussion on the 2019 One Book One NEbraska selection This Blessed Earth: A Year in the Life of an American Family Farm by Ted Genoways.
May 17, 2019 Open Mic Night, Lincoln, NE, 7 - 9 p.m. Gratitude Cafe & Bakery, 1551 N Cotner Blvd. Hosted by Donn Samuelson.
May 17, 2019 Mental Health Poetry Reading & Discussion, Lincoln, NE, 6 - 9 p.m. Red Eye, 1410 O Street. Red Eye Gallery is teaming up with Letting Survivors Speak for an open-floor poetry reading and discussion on mental health. As may is Mental Health Awareness Month, this event is free for those who have struggled with mental health problems to feel empowered to speak freely about their experiences. Each poem will be followed by a short discusson on themes and ideas pertaining to mental health, experiences, and its stigma. Any attendees are welcome to read or be added to the reading list. Doors open at 6 p.m. and poetry starts at 6:30 p.m. Space is limited so please RSVP.
May 18, 2019 Book Launch - "A Certain Mercy" by William Silvaneus, Lincoln, NE, 2 p.m. Francie & Finch Bookshop, 130 S. 13th Street. Meet author William Silvaneus and his debut novel A Certain Mercy. Books will be available for purchase and William will sign them.
May 19, 2019 "Unique Eats and Eateries of Omaha" Omaha, NE, 2 - 3 p.m. The Durham Museum, 801 S. 10th Street. Tim and Lisa Trudell, the authors of 100 Things to Do in Omaha Before You Die, will share stories about Omaha's restaurants and their role in the city's past as part of their new book Unique Eats and Eateries of Omaha. The lecture will begin at 2 p.m. with a book signing to follow.
May 19, 2019 Author Visit - Carson Vaughan, Omaha, NE, 4 - 5:30 p.m. W. Dale Clark Main Library, 215 S. 15th Street. Join Omaha Public Library in welcoming Carson Vaughan, journalist and author of the new book Zoo Nebraska: The Dismantling of An American Dream. Vaughan will be joined in conversation by Omaha World Herald columnist Matthew Hansen. The discussion will be followed by a Q&A and book signing.
May 20, 2019 Writer's Night, Fremont, NE, 7 - 8:30 p.m. Keene Memorial Library, 1030 N. Broad Street. Come join other local writers and share your writing, learn about other styles, and bounce ideas off each other.
May 21, 2019 Inklings: Writer's Group, Bellevue, NE, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Bellevue Public Library, 1003 Lincoln Rd. The Inklings are a group of local writers focused on honing their craft and seeking publication. We offer critiques and reader's feedback, discuss techniques, and share publication tips and tricks. Writers of all levels are welcome. Must be 18+
May 22, 2019 Summer Reading Speaker - "Walking on the Moon", Broken Bow, NE, 10 - 11 a.m. Broken Bow PUblic Library, 626 South D Street. Walking on the Moon presented by Mad Science of K.C.
May 23, 2019 Show & Tell StorySLAM, Omaha, NE, 7 - 9 p.m. The Sydney, 5918 Maple Street. Join for a fun, loose, (kind of) competitive storytelling event for adults. This month's theme is FROM SCRATCH. We want to hear your best food stories or tales of making a fresh start. Storytellers should prepare a 5-8 minutes story to share with the audience.
May 23, 2019 Ladies in Leadership Book Club - "Girl, Wash Your Face" by Rachel Hollis, Omaha, NE, 4 - 7 p.m. Corkscrew Wine & Cheese, 3908 Farnam Street. Join for the book club meeting of 2019! The book being discussed is Girl, Wash Your Face by Rachel Hollis!
May 24, 2019 Nebraska Authors Book Club - "This Blessed Earth", Lincoln, NE, 12 - 1 p.m. Bennett Martin Public Library, 136 S. 14th Street. The featured title is This Blessed Earth: A Year in the Life of An American Family Farm by Ted Genoways.
May 25, 2019 Writers Night, Lincoln, NE, 7 - 9 p.m. Gratitude Cafe & Bakery, 1551 N Cotner Blvd. Hosted by Paul Baker.
May 25, 2019 Book Signing - Carson Vaughan's "Zoo Nebraska", Lincoln, NE, 3 - 4 p.m. Barnes & Noble, 2910 Pine Lake Road. Join us as we welcome author Carson Vaughan for a signing of his new book Zoo Nebraska. Come meet the author and pick up a copy of this book.
May 29, 2019 Author Visit - Rob Kugler, Broken Bow, NE, 7 - 8 p.m. Broken Bow Public Library, 626 South D Street. Rob Kugler presents A Dog Named Beautiful.
May 31, 2019 64th Annual Willa Cather Spring Conference, Red Cloud, NE. National Willa Cather Center, 413 North Webster Street.
May 31-June 2, 2019, Buffalo Commons Storytelling and Music Festival, McCook, NE. The festival will present stories, music, theatre, and other activities with the theme "Lore, Legend, and Laughter".

June

June 2019 Audiobook Month
June 2019 GLBT Book Month, Nationwide. GLBT Book Month is an initiative of the American Library Association to celebrate authors and writings that reflect the lives and experiences of the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender community.
June 1, 2019 Author Talk and Book Signing with Lorinda Krance-Brown, Central City, NE, 1 p.m. Central City Public Library, 1604 15th Avenue. Krance-Brown, a living miracle from rural Nebraska, was diagnosed at age two with spinal muscular atrophy and a life expectancy of thirty years, who nevertheless went on to live and becomme a proud single mother of three. Her newly released Building Your Dream Muscle is an inspiring memoir about achieving impossible through gratitude and faith. Books will be available for purchase/signing after the program.
June 4, 2019 Book Club for Adults - OBON 2019, Grand Island, NE, 5:30 p.m. Grand Island Public Library, 1124 W 2nd St. This month's selection is This Blessed Earth: A Year in the Life of an American Family Farm by Ted Genoways.
June 8, 2019 Nebraska Writer's Guild Papillion Book Festival, Papillion, NE, 11 a.m. Sump Memorial Library, 22 N Jefferson Street.
June 8, 2019 5th Annual Family History Day, Lincoln, NE, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. UNL Campus - 102 Love Library South, 1248 R St. Join for the Fifth Annual Family History day, sponsored by the University of Nebraska- Lincoln Libraries. This event is free and open to the public. Seats fill fast, so you are encouraged to register early.
June 8, 2019 Book Signing and Discussion: "Reviving Ophelia", Lincoln, NE, 2 - 4 p.m. Eastridge Presbyterian Church, 1135 Eastridge Dr. Join as Mary Piper, Ph.D and Sara Pipher Gilliam discuss their collaboration on the revised edition of Reviving Ophelia: Saving the Selves of Adolescent Girls. This event is free but it is asked that you call ahead to register. You can call the church at 402-488-7844.
June 8, 2019 Words & Wheels Summer Series, Lincoln, NE, 10 - 11 a.m. Museum of American Speed, 599 Oakcreek Dr. Join for the Words & Wheel Summer Series event at the Museum of American Speed! Award winning children's book author and musician, Tevin Hansen will present songs, and crafts for the first four books in his Junkyard Adventure series. Featured will be an author reading followed by a fun and interactive craft. Make sure to pick up a Junkyard Adventures Passport booklet and get your first stamp! For each event you attend in the Words & Wheels summer series, your passport will be stamped for a chance to win a prize!
June 12, 2019 SCORE Camp 2019 - Astronaut Clay Anderson , Imperial, NE. Chase County Schools, 520 E 9th Street. SCORE Camp 2019 is June 10-14. Nebraska-born Astronaut Clay Anderson will be giving two presentations on June 12. He will be signing books at 3 p.m. and then again at 6 p.m.
July 13, 2019 Omaha Poetry Slam, Omaha, NE, 7 - 10:30 p.m. OutrSpaces, 1258 S. 13th Street. The night will begin with an open mic at 7:30, and then a slam after the feature set. Poets in the open mic should prepare up to 5 minutes of material. Poets in the slam will have an opportunity to perform 1-3 poems, each up to 3 minutes in length. Poems in the slam must be original work and feature no props, costumes, additional voices, or musical accompaniment.
June 15, 2019 Writer's Retreat, Stanton, NE, 1 - 4 p.m. Red Road Herbs Retreat & Learning Center LLC, 7190 835th Road. "Let Nature Be Your Muse" - an afternoon of inspiration and creativity with free-flow and impromptu writing exercises.
June 17-19, 2019 Story Catcher Writing Retreat,Crawford, NE. Fort Robinson.
June 17-21, 2019 I Love to Write Workshops, Lincoln, NE. UNL - Animal Science Building (Room A228). I Love to Write is a series of summer workshops for youth and families to write in a supportive enivronment.
June 19, 2019 6th Annual Edible Book Festival, Kearney, NE. Kearney Public Library, 2020 1st Avenue. This yearly event features art pieces, made out of food, that reflect books or book themes. Anyone is free to take part in this year's festival! Registration forms are due by June 12. If you don't want to enter, you can participate by voting during the public viewing from 1:30 - 2 p.m. Winners will be announced at 2 p.m.
June 20, 2019 Tosca Lee at Keene Memorial Library, Fremont, NE, 2 p.m. Keene Memorial Library, 1030 N. Broad Street. Join for a chat about books, writing, and The Line Between. Books will be available for purchase.
June 20, 2019 Mari Sandoz Heritage Society Book Discussion, Lincoln, NE, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Francie & Finch Bookshop, 130 S. 13th Street.
June 21, 2019 Open Mic Night, Lincoln, NE, 7 - 9 p.m. Gratitude Cafe & Bakery, 1551 N Cotner Blvd. Hosted by Donn Samuelson.
June 21, 2019 Cowboy Poet, Hooper, NE, 7:30 p.m. Elim Lutheran Church, 2312 Swaburg, Rd. Cowboy poet Jake Riley of Riverdale is bringing his poetry and storytelling to Elim Lutheran Church. The event is free and open to the public.
June 22, 2019 Writers Night, Lincoln, NE, 7 - 9 p.m. Gratitude Cafe & Bakery, 1551 N Cotner Blvd. Hosted by Paul Baker.
June 24-28, 2019 In Our Own Voices Summer Camp 2019, Omaha, NE. Joslyn Art Museum, 2200 Dodge Street. Lead by Andy Offutt Irwin, the goal of this workshop is to bring out the storyteller in every student. This summer camp is open to students ages from 9-18 years old. The workshop lasts from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday through Friday. Students will perform at 2 p.m. on Friday.
June 28, 2019 Nebraska Authors Book Club - Bruce Arant, Lincoln, NE, 12 - 1 p.m. Bennett Martin Public Library, 136 S 14th Street. Children's book author and illustrator, Bruce Arant, will be featured.
June 29, 2019 Adult Storytelling Workshop, Omaha, NE, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Southwest Church of Christ, 2600 S. 124th St. Work with Master Storyteller, Andy Offutt Irwin, in this All Intensive Workshop.
June 30, 2019 Family Concert: Andy Offutt Irwin, Omaha, NE, 2 p.m. Joslyn Art Museum, 2200 Dodge Street. Campers and public audiences can enjoy this end of the week concert with Andy.
June 30, 2019 Poetry Pub Night, Omaha, NE, 7 - 9 p.m. Vis Major Brewing Co. 3501 Center Street. The Omaha Poetry Slam is excited to bring a unique performance event to Vis Major Brewing! Not only will you be able to order delicious beer, cocktails, and pizza from the staff, you'll also have the members of the Omaha Poetry Slam Team on hand to perform fresh poems tableside.

Ongoing

Lincoln

Book Club, First Wednesday of the month. 7 - 8 p.m. Jakes' Cigars, 101 N. 14th Street, Ste 1.
Drop in Journal Club, Join us every third Wednesday. 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Francie & Finch Bookshop, 130 S. 13th Street. Catherine Griesen is a local book artist who makes beautiful handmade journals. She will be showcasing her talents and creating pieces of art for you.
Graphic Novel Book Club, Second and Fourth Wednesdays of the month. 7 p.m. Indigo Bridge Books & Cafe, 701 P Street, Suite 102.
Lincoln City Library Book Talks and Discussion Groups, All of the groups are free and open to the public. Just drop in at one of the gatherings or call the branch location if you need more information.
One Book One Lincoln, Various activities. Inviting Lincoln to read and discuss the same book. Become a fan on Facebook.
Open Mic Night, Wednesday nights. 7 - 9 p.m. Meadowlark Coffee and Espresso, 1624 South Street. Come share your talent with the cafe!
Pop in Storytime, First Thursday of every month. 4 - 4:30 p.m. Morrill Hall, 645 N. 14th Street. Through stories, songs, and movement, come learn more about the natural world. Everyone is invited to participate, however stories and activities are planned for children ages 3-5.
Raven & Finch Book Club, Group meets every third Tuesday. 6 p.m. The Happy Raven, 122 N. 11th Street. Want to meet interesting people? Want to read things that you might not otherwise read? Want to talk about it? Join us for about an hour or so as we enjoy good discussions and good company.
Read to a Cat, Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Charles H Gere Branch Library, 2400 South 56th Stree Room #2. Reading to an animal helps kids relax and enjoy reading instead of dreading it. It is simple and it works! To register, contact Allisons at allisontalkspets@gmail.com
Read to a Dog, Thursdays at 4 p.m. Bennett Martin Library, 136 S. 14th Street. Come read to Pax. These are drop-in sessions so there's no need to register! Reading with to an animal helps kids relax and enjoy reading instead of dreading it. It is simple and it works!
SBSRC Writing Group Mini-Retreat, Fridays at 10 a.m. The Mill at Innovation Campus, 2021 Transformation Dr #1350.
Writer's Night: Open Mic, Mondays at 7 - 9 p.m. Crescent Moon, 140 N 8th St. Poetry and prose open mic. Sign up at 7 p.m. Hosted by Jeff Martinson.
Young Adult Book Club, Last Tuesday of every month. 7 - 8 p..m. Indigo Bridge Books & Cafe, 701 P Street, Suite 102. Group meets to discuss young adult fiction with a wide variety of book themes.

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Page Turners: Book Club, Ashland, NE. Last Tuesday of each month. 10 - 11 a.m. Ashland Public Library, 1324 Silver Street.
Sundays at the Museum, Bancroft, NE. Sundays at 2 p.m. John G. Neihardt State Historic Site, 306 W Elm Street.
A Novel Idea Book Club, Fremont, NE. The 3rd Tuesday of every month. 7 p.m. Wine Experience, 415 Main Street. Come join us for a fun discussion and friendly company. Click here to see the title for each month.
Book Club for Adults, Grand Island, NE. First Tuesday of every month. 5:30 p.m. Grand Island Public Library, 1124 W 2nd St. Click here for the 2019 selections.
To Read or Not to Read, Grand Island, NE. Last Monday of every month. 1 p.m. Grand Island Public Library, 1124 W 2nd St.
Open Mic Night, Kearney, NE. The first Monday of every month. 8 p.m. The Other Side, 15 E. 24th Street. Come and show off your talent. Whether it is music, comedy, poetry, or anything else you want to show.
Suite Storytime Hour, Kearney, NE. The second Monday of every month. 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Suite Child, 2304 Central Ave. All ages are welcome!
Open Book Club, Kearney, NE. The second Monday of every month. 6:30 - 8 p.m. Kearney Public Library, 2020 1st Avenue. No registration is required and is open to anyone over the age of 18. Contact the library for more information.
Writer's Block, Kearney, NE. 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month. 12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Kearney Public Libary, 2020 1st Avenue. This informal writing group meets twice a month to keep writer's block away. No experience is necessary - just the willingness to write. No registration is required.
2019 Reading Challenge, Omaha, NE. Mix up your reading this year! Omaha Public Libraries have created a challenge to help you get outside your reading comfort zone. Each month presents a new challenge. Tackle them all to qualify for prizes.
Lit Pub Quiz, Omaha, NE. The first Wednesday of every month. Pageturners Lounge, 5004 Dodge Street. A monthly book-themed pub quiz with prizes.
Romance Authors of the Heartland, Omaha, NE. 2nd Saturday of every month. 9:30 a.m. Omaha Public Library - Millard Branch, 13214 Westwood Lane.
Imaginary Gardens Reading Series, Omaha, NE. 3rd Tuesday of every month. 7 p.m. Mister Toad, 1002 Howard Street.
Nebraska Writers Workshop, Ralson, NE. Every Wednesday. Baright Public Library Meeting Room, 5555 South 77th Street. 5:30 - 6 p.m. Teens only; 6 - 6:30 p.m. Poetry; 6:30 - 7 p.m. Scripting (Stage & Film); 7 - 9 p.m. Fiction & Readings for Feedback.
Book Discussion Group, Schuyler, NE. The second Tuesday of every month. 7 - 8 p.m. Schuyler Public Library, 108 E. 18th Street.

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