Scamper, Omaha Public Library's mascot

In 1995 the Children’s Librarians suggested that Omaha Public Library should have a mascot. A prairie dog was decided upon and a contest with local elementary schools, librarians, and parents was implemented to select a name. By an overwhelming margin, Scamper was the name selected. Since 1995, Scamper’s image has been used to identify brochures, flyers, and other materials from the Children’s Department.