In celebration of Black History Month, the Library will have a special presentation and storytime with Dr. Amy Forss.

Dr. Forss is the author of two books about Mildred Brown, the founder of Omaha's first Black newspaper. Adults and children are welcome to join us at the Library on Saturday, February 18 at 2 p.m. to hear Dr. Forss read her children's book, and learn about local history.

As basketball season heats up, mark your calendar for March 7! That's the date for the March Madness youth basketball skills competition at the La Vista Community Center.

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We're pleased to introduce Officer Henry and Officer Guzman, two new members of our La Vista Police Department.

Several new officers have joined us recently. Watch for more videos in the next newsletter and get to know your officers.

Sign-ups are open for spring and summer youth sports through the La Vista Recreation Department. To learn more or register a child:

• Call the Recreation Department (402.331.3455)
• Visit the La Vista Community Center (8116 Park View Blvd.)
• Or go online to CityofLaVista.org/YouthSports

Early-bird pricing available for a limited time.

The La Vista Recreation Department offers three youth programs for spring/summer ball:

• Baseball (Ages 7-14)
• Softball (Ages 7-18)
• T-ball (Ages 5-6)

League and Academy

The 4/5 Soccer Academy and 6/7 Soccer League will meet twice a week for five weeks. Session begins in April.

Early-bird registration (January 3 - March 6): Residents $33, Non-Residents $53

Final registration (March 7 - March 27): Residents $43, Non-Residents $63

More details and registration here.

Clinic for 3-year-olds

The soccer clinic is comprised of five, one-hour sessions to be held on Saturdays at 11:30 a.m. at the La Vista Community Center. Session begins in April.

Early-bird registration (January 3 - March 6): Residents $17, Non-Residents $22

Final registration (March 7 - March 27): Residents $27, Non-Residents $32

More details and registration here.

Spring flag football for boys and girls in grades K-6 begins in April.

Early-Bird Registration (Through February 20): Residents $33, Non-Residents $53

Final Registration (February 21-March 6): Residents $43, Non-Residents $63

More information and registration here.

It's time to register for La Vista's spring and summer adult softball leagues.

Coed and Men's leagues.

Registration details at CityofLaVista.org/AdultSoftball.

Join us for Preschool Playtime on Tuesdays and Thursdays,10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

La Vista Community Center Gym, 8116 Park View Blvd.

Playtime is FREE!

Zip around the gym, play and get your zoomies out! Play equipment provided.

On the second Thursday of each month, special activities and a short storytime will take place during the first hour of preschool playtime. Upcoming activities include:

• Freeze Tag - February 9, 10 a.m.
• Follow the Leader - March 9, 10 a.m.
• Musical Chairs - April 13, 10 a.m.
• Balloon Party - May 11, 10 a.m.

The La Vista Senior Center has laptops available for use by visitors 55 and older.

Laptops can be checked out at the front desk and must remain in the Senior Center. There is no cost to use the laptops, and seniors can print up to 10 pages (black and white) for free.

The La Vista Senior Center has several outings planned in February. RSVP is required for these events.

• Lunch at Cheddars - Thursday, February 9, bus leaves at 12:30 p.m.
• Horseshoe Casino Outing - Thursday, February 16, bus leaves at 12:30 p.m.
• Lunch at China Buffet - Thursday, February 23, bus leaves at 12:30 p.m.

To sign up for an outing, call the Senior Center at 402.331.3455.

Registration for outings is accepted after 8 a.m. on the first business day of each month.

To ensure there is space on outings for everyone, please only register for two outings per month if you utilize the Senior Center's transportation.

Many outings have a waiting list. Let us know if you can not attend an outing that you signed up for so someone else can take your place.

• Homeschool Program - At the Community Center - Thursday, February 2, 2 p.m.
• Fly Tying with the Nebraska Cornhusker Fly Fishers - At the Library - Thursday, February 2, 6-8 p.m.
• Creative Hands - At the Library - Friday, February 3 at 10 a.m.
• Coffee, Coloring & Crosswords - At the Library - Saturday, February 4 at 10 a.m.
• Tips and Tricks for Watercolor - At the Library - Saturday, February 4 at 1 p.m.
• Winter Read Book Club - At the Library - Monday, February 6 at 4 p.m.
• Valentine Storytime - At the Library - Tuesday, February 7 at 10 a.m.
• Valentine Pop Up Card Making - At the Library - Wednesday, February 8, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Preschool Play: Freeze Tag - At the Community Center - Thursday, February 9 at 10 a.m.
• Fly Tying with the Nebraska Cornhusker Fly Fishers - At the Library - Thursday, February 9, 6-8 p.m.
• Music and Movement - At the Library - Friday, February 10 at 10 a.m.
• Valentine's Gingerbread Houses - At the Library - Friday, February 10, 2-3:30 p.m. (Registration required by Feb. 7)
• History Book Club - At the Library - Saturday, February 11 at 2 p.m.
• Virtual Lego Club - Zoom - Monday, February 13 at 4 p.m.
• Evening Book Club - At the Library - Monday, February 13 at 7 p.m.
• Homeschool Valentine's Day Party (Registration required) - At the Library - Tuesday, February 14 at 11 a.m.
• Read Aloud Hour - At the Library - Tuesday, February 14 at 4 p.m.