Library

Help the Library Plan for the Next Five Years

The library will be conducting a survey this summer to determine which current services are the most useful and which services should be added to benefit the community. To spearhead this analysis, the library is seeking volunteers to meet in July and August to prepare the survey and analyze the results. Please call Karen Mier at 402-296-4154 x23 if you’re interested in contributing to the library’s and the community’s success.

Bingo! on August 16

Bingo is the name of the game on the third Friday of each month at 1:30 pm in the Plattsmouth Public Library auditorium. Join us on August 16 for an hour of bingo. Prizes will be awarded for a variety of games. Refreshments will be served. Remember, happiness is calling "Bingo!"

Library Closed Saturday, August 24

The library will be closed all day Saturday, August 24, for a staff in-service day. The library will be open regular hours on Sunday, noon-4:30 pm. We're sorry for any inconvenience.

Meet Key, a Dog Trained for Service, August 28

Meet Key, a black Labrador Retriever, and his trainer, Lynn Schense, in the library auditorium on Wednesday, August 28, at 6:30 pm. Together, they will tell you and show you what it’s like to be raised as a service dog.

Key, a part of the KSDS Assistance Dogs from Washington, Kansas, was placed with Lynn to be trained as a service dog. Lynn and her assistant, Miss M, will show you how they trained Key and tell you about the trials along the way. Key will demonstrate some of the things she was taught to help a person with disabilities, and Miss M will review the do’s and don’ts around service animals. There will be time to ask questions and to pet Key.

This program is free and open to all ages. Light refreshments will be served.

Friday Friends Playgroup, September 6

The Friday Friends Playgroup will meet in the library auditorium on September 6, 10:00-11:30 am, for indoor fun. Children ages 0-5 years can play on inside playground equipment and make new friends! The activity is free, with no registration.

The Playgroup meets on the first Friday of every month and is jointly presented by the library and PECC/Cass County Head Start. Call Kirsten at 402-296-4154 x21 if you have questions.

USDA Rural Development Office Day, September 12

Do you want to own a home? Does your home need repairs? USDA Rural Development holds an office day at the library on the second Thursday of each month from 9:30 am-4:00 pm.

Single Family Loan Assistant Jill Straight will be available to assist those who are seeking to own a rural home or already own a rural home that is in need of repairs. Schedule an appointment for Thursday, September 12, by calling 402-437-5736 or emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Made with a laser cutter:

Laser cutter user manual

Schedule Laser Cutter Training

After raising funds for neary 10 months, the library was able to purchase a laser cutter capable of etching on wood, glass, ceramic tiles, cork, metals, and many other materials. It can be used by anyone who has been trained. One-hour sessions can be scheduled by calling the library, 402-296-4154, ext. 24.

You don’t need to have a library card or even live in Plattsmouth to use it. It can be used for personal or business purposes, so think about how you might benefit from the opportunity!

See some of the items we've made with the Innovation Studio equipment!

Corn Pottery and Native American Collectibles

The Friends of the Plattsmouth Public Library received a donation of corn pottery and Native American collectibles that are now on display in the library. The items are priced $3 up to $125. You can purchase them for the price marked, or you can place a bid on an item.

The corn pottery includes trays, bowls, and salt and pepper shakers. Native American collectibles include dolls, a beaded necklace, and Nemadji vases. A 1950s doll that looks like Dale Evans from the Dolls of All Nations collection is still in its box. The items would make great gifts or the perfect addition to your own collection.

Yearbooks, Newspapers Digitized

Read about the local newspapers and high school yearbooks that have been digitized and made available to the public.

Visit Our Patio!

The library has a patio in the back of the building! It was constructed between June 27 and July 5, 2012, with bricks from Main Street and is shaded by a pergola. You can see how the patio took shape by looking at these pictures. It was made possible with a grant from the Cass County Visitors Promotion Committee and donations from the Plattsmouth Public Library Foundation and the Friends of the Library. The city donated the bricks. It's a great place to stop and read a book or to listen to storytime, at least when the weather is nice. Thanks to Midwest Outdoor Design for installing it.