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Summer Learning Program
Sat Jun 3 Jun
3
Sat
All-Ages Library Activities
Adult Library Activities
Teen Library Activities
Children's Library Activities
Ages 0-99 are invited to participate in our Summer Learning Program!
Log in or sign up in the READsquared app, or starting May 25, pick up a paper version at either library. Find out more at gretnapub…
The Water's Edge Summer Kickoff
Sun Jun 4 @ 10:00am Jun
4
Sun
Entertainment
Kickoff this summer at The Water's Edge!
There will be food, inflatables, a water balloon launcher, a cornhole competition, and more!
Hy-Vee Ribbon Cutting
Tue Jun 13 @ 9:00am Jun
13
Tue
Gretna Area Chamber of Commerce Events
Hy-Vee is here, let's give them a great Gretna welcome!
Enjoy coffee and donuts as you check out their new store!
Bring a friend!
Twists & Turns - Vacation Bible School
Mon Jun 5 @ 6:00pm — Fri Jun 9 @ 8:00pm Jun
5
Mon
Jun
9
Fri
Youth
Spin the spinner, beat the clock, skip ahead, level up, and play to win!
You'll need to bring your A-game for this VBS. Twists & Turns is a fantastical celebration of games of all kinds for Pre-K thro…
Chocolate Olympics
Mon Jun 5 @ 3:30pm Jun
5
Mon
Teen Library Activities
Step up to the plate for some tasty trials! Snack bag included to save any bounty for later.
Teen Movie: Love, Simon
Tue Jun 6 @ 11:00am Jun
6
Tue
Teen Library Activities
Snack on popcorn and snark (or have Emotions) about the 2018 adaptation of Simon vs. The Homo Sapiens Agenda, Love, Simon (PG-13).
Family Storytime
Tue Jun 6 @ 6:15pm Jun
6
Tue
Children's Library Activities
Tuesday's Family Storytime will be at the Children’s Library at 6:15. No registration required!
A library card is not needed in order to participate.
Gretna City Council Meeting
Tue Jun 6 @ 6:30pm Jun
6
Tue
Open Meeting
Meetings
6:30 p.m.
1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month
City Hall
City Council meetings are a time for the governing body to vote on ordinances and resolutions and approve all other business of the ci…
Tuesday Activity
Tue Jun 6 @ 10:30am Jun
6
Tue
Children's Library Activities
Enjoy a different activity or craft each week under the big picnic shelter at the Peterson Park.
Drop in anytime.
Recommened for ages 4+
BiblioBop
Wed Jun 7 @ 10:30am Jun
7
Wed
Children's Library Activities
Don’t miss this storytime with lots of dancing and moving!
Meet us at Peterson Park on the grass.
Bring a blanket or chairs.
No registration required. A library card is not needed to participate.
Library Closed - Staff Meeting
Wed Jun 7 @ 2:00pm Jun
7
Wed
Closures
Both Gretna Public Library buildings are closed for one hour from 2-3pm the first Wednesday of every month for a staff meeting. Thank you for your understanding!
Kids Movie
Wed Jun 7 @ 2:00pm Jun
7
Wed
Children's Library Activities
Chill, eat popcorn, watch a movie every Wednesday at the Main Library.
All movies are G or PG.
A limited number of entry tickets will be handed out starting at 1:30.
Kids under 8 must have someone 16+…
Library Foundation Meeting
Wed Jun 7 @ 7:00pm Jun
7
Wed
Adult Library Activities
Join the Gretna Public Library Foundation as we continue to work on fundraising efforts for building a new library facility for the Gretna community!
If you're interested in joining our group, plea…
Little Saplings Nature Discovery Program
Wed Jun 7 @ 9:00am Jun
7
Wed
Education
Do you have a little one who loves animals, nature, and the outdoors? Are you looking for opportunities to explore the outdoors together with your children? Join us for Little Saplings, Schramm Educat…
Gretna Optimists Club Meeting
Thu Jun 8 @ 7:00am Jun
8
Thu
Volunteer Opportunity
The mission of this club shall be to develop Optimism as a philosophy of life; to promote an active interest in good government and civic affairs; to inspire respect for the law; to promote patriotism…
Family Storytime
Thu Jun 8 @ 10:30am Jun
8
Thu
Children's Library Activities
Thursday's Family Storytime will be at Peterson Park at 10:30. No registration required!
A library card is not needed in order to participate.
Express Yourself Art Night
Thu Jun 8 @ 6:00pm Jun
8
Thu
Adult Library Activities
Create your own art in a nonjudgmental and relaxing setting at the Main Library.
Supplies will be provided.
Register here: gretnapubliclibrary.org/adult/programming/
Gretna Lions Club Meeting
Thu Jun 8 @ 6:30pm Jun
8
Thu
Volunteer Opportunity
Lions Clubs – Ready to Help, Worldwide
Whenever a Lions club gets together, problems get smaller. And communities get better. That's because we help where help is needed – in our own communities and …
After Hours Pickleball at Gretna Performance Center
Fri Jun 9 @ 4:00pm Jun
9
Fri
Gretna Area Chamber of Commerce Events
Join us for an After Hours networking event at Gretna Performance Center!
Food, beverages, relationship building and membership specials!
Want to learn pickleball? Carrie will give a quick lesso…
Summer D&D
Fri Jun 9 @ 5:30pm Jun
9
Fri
Teen Library Activities
Join a guest Dungeon Master for a three session short shot! No prior knowledge necessary, but plan to be at all three sessions.
Please note that in the interest of spreading the love of the game…
Wildlife Encounters
Fri Jun 9 @ 6:30pm Jun
9
Fri
Children's Library Activities
Meet at the Gretna United Methodist Church and learn about some awesome animals!
No registration required.
After Hours Open House
Fri Jun 9 @ 4:00pm Jun
9
Fri
2023 Gretna Business Expo
Sat Jun 10 @ 8:00am Jun
10
Sat
Gretna Area Chamber of Commerce Events
Gretna Business Expo 2023 **Note the updated time
The Chamber's theme for 2023 is 'Summertime', feel free to incorporate that into your set up and/or give aways!!
We will team up with McKenna Ma…
Summer Wine Expo
Sat Jun 10 @ 2:00pm Jun
10
Sat
Gretna Area Chamber of Commerce Events
Try nearly 40 different wines PERFECT for summertime while enjoying sweet deserts from The Brownie Bar Food Truck!
Gretna Business Expo
Sun Jun 11 @ 9:00am Jun
11
Sun
Gretna Area Chamber of Commerce Events
Show off your business at the annual business expo! Register at www.gretnachamber.com under events.
T² -Dice Trays & Dragon Eggs, Part 1
Mon Jun 12 @ 3:30pm Jun
12
Mon
Teen Library Activities
Two crafts, two days: Decorate and line a box with felt to keep trinkets (or dice!) and put together a decorative dragon egg. Week 1 will be painting, and week 2 will be assembly and touch up.
This pr…
Grade 4-6 Book Club
Mon Jun 12 @ 5:00pm Jun
12
Mon
Children's Library Activities
Discover new books, make friends, and have fun at the Main Library.
Copies of the books will be provided to the first 12 kids who pick them up.
Just stop by either library to get the next book.
*This…
Gretna Board of Education Meeting
Mon Jun 12 @ 7:00pm Jun
12
Mon
Education
Open Meeting
Gretna Public Schools Board of Education
The Board of Education is elected by the voters that live within the boundaries of the Gretna Public School District. Members are elected at large to four year…
Ready, Set, Move- Vacation Bible School
Sun Jun 4 @ 6:00pm Jun
4
Sun
At Vacation Bible School children 3 years old-5th grade will learn how they can follow Jesus here, there and everywhere through games, snacks, crafts, music, and Bible learning. Find more information…
Tuesday Activity
Tue Jun 13 @ 10:30am Jun
13
Tue
Children's Library Activities
Enjoy a different activity or craft each week under the big picnic shelter at the Peterson Park.
Drop in anytime.
Recommened for ages 4+