Events

746 Needlework Club

Knitting, crochet, embroidery - all skill levels welcome! Meet with people who share your interest in needlework; share ideas and help each other! Bring your own supplies or projects to work on. 746 Needlework Club normally meets the second and fourth Thursday each month. It is free and open to the public.

Silhouette Cameo ~ Paper Crafting Drop-In

Looking to get your craft on? Stop by and make & take a Holiday Ornament!

The Silhouette Cameo is an extremely versatile electronic cutting and drawing machine that makes cutting paper, cardstock or vinyl for your favorite projects, a snap! Paper Crafting Drop-In is normally offered on the 2nd and 4th Thursday each month and is free and open to the public.

Council Bluffs Wrestling Classic

The teams are set for the 2022 Council Bluffs Wrestling Classic.  Six states are represented in the tournament's seventh year. 43 teams! 12 Mats! 2 days of action-packed wrestling! 

Chanticleer Theater | The Cemetery Club

The Cemetery Club By Ivan Menchell December 02-04 & 09-11, 2022.

Three Jewish widows meet once a month for tea before going to visit their husbands’ graves. Ida is sweet-tempered and ready to begin a new life; Lucille is a feisty embodiment of the girl who just wants to have fun; and Doris is priggish and judgmental, particularly when Sam the butcher enters the scene. He meets the widows while visiting his wife’s grave. Doris and Lucille squash the budding romance between Sam and Ida. They are guilt-stricken when this nearly breaks Ida’s heart.

Jim Brickman: A Very Merry Christmas

Jim Brickman, the multiple Grammy-nominated songwriter and piano sensation is back this festive season with his annual holiday tour “A Very Merry Christmas,” a magical evening celebrating music, love and family. Brickman will warm the hearts of all as sounds of faith and love make spirits bright, bringing family and friends together for anything but a silent night. Join Brickman for this LIVE and joyous concert experience that blends yuletide memories and holiday favorites with his own hit songs such as, “The Gift,” “Sending You A Little Christmas,” “Angel Eyes,” and “If You Believe” Jim Brickman: A Very Merry Christmas wraps up the sweet sounds of the season only he and his piano can provide.

The Hitchcock Experience Endurance Run

Hitchcock Nature Center is proud to host another amazing Hitchcock Experience Endurance Run, presented by the Greater Omaha Area Trail-Runnerz. Runners will descend upon the park on December 10th and 11th to take part in either a half marathon, 101K, 50-mile, or 100-mile endurance run through the picturesque Loess Hills. Please visit the ticketing website for registration and pricing details. Trails and facilities at Hitchcock Nature Center will be open to the public for the duration of this event. Visitors are welcome to cheer runners on as they cross the finish line or tackle another hill. We do ask that anyone enjoying our trails please move to the side to give approaching racers the right of way. Thank you for understanding. For questions not answered online please contact Ron Ruhs, Race Director at ron@goatz.org.

PC: Kylie Lang Elbin

Breakfast with Santa

Face painting, crafts, prize drawings, visit and photo with Santa. Photos taken by Sammie R Studios. Breakfast catered by HippoHot (pancakes, sausage, drink). 2 and under free, ages 3 - 10 $5, 11+ $8. Fundraiser for Make a Wish Iowa.

ArtisTrees

The Harvester brings you an artist-made holiday with a large collection of artist-decorated trees and winter/holiday-themed art show. Lots of lights, art, and the funkiest winter wonderland around! Come walk in the fun and artistic winter wonderland and purchase that special ornament, tree, decor, and more. Open Saturdays (10th, 17th, 31st) in December 10 AM-6 PM. Check us out on Facebook for more information and additional times/dates! Free admission, open to the public.

Cookie Day

Join us for a day of cookie-filled fun for all ages! Activities include:

• 3D Cookie Cutters: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Makerspace Cookie Scavenger Hunt: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Youth Department Cookie Decorating: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
• Teen Department (ages 6-12 grade only - while supplies last)

Family Game Day with Spielbound

Join us for a family game day with Spielbound Board Game Cafe.

Oakland Christmas Celebration Craft Fair

Shop for the perfect gift at the Oakland Christmas Celebration Craft Fair! Bring the kiddos to visit with Santa between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m., and enjoy hot chocolate, and crafts. 

10:00-3:00 Craft Fair 

2:00-4:00 Santa and Kids Activities

Oakland United Methodist Church serving pancakes/sausages all day

Vendors and crafters interested in participating can reach out to Kari at eckelslibrary@gmail.com for more information.

PACE | Youth Culinary Class: Christmas Churros

We invite your little chefs and bakers to join us for our special holiday youth culinary class for ages 7-12. Students will learn proper techniques for cleaning/prepping the ingredients and proper knife skills while making Christmas churros. $15 Members & $20 Non-members

PACE | Youth Art Classes

Join us Saturdays at the Hoff for our youth art classes. Students will express their creativity and learn new techniques in Youth Ceramics, Youth Painting, and Youth Makers Lab. Sign up now! Members $10 | Non-Members $15. Ages 7-12

Youth Ceramics 1-2:30 PM 

Youth Painting 2:30-4 PM 

Youth Makers Lab 4-5 PM 

Cookies & Cocoa with Santa

Open house style event where you can visit with Santa, take photos, and enjoy a snack. This is a free event and is open to the public. 

Live Music and Dancing at the YMCA

Enjoy live music, dancing, and fellowship, while the Greg Spevak and Leo Lonnie Orchestras play your favorite tunes. You'll hear your favorite Latin, Swing, Waltzes, and Polkas as you dance in our beautiful ballroom! Mention this advertisement and your first dance is free. Photo ID is required for first time guests.

Christmas by Candlelight Tours

Illuminated only by the twinkle of Christmas tree lights and candles, you will feel as though you’ve stepped back into the late 1800s while strolling through the home of General Grenville M. Dodge. $20 Per Person Pre-registered and $25 Per Person Walk-Ins. Check-in begins at the Beresheim House at 621 S 3rd Street. 

Neola Community Choir Presents: "I Call Him Lord"

Neola Community Choir presents its annual Christmas Cantata, "I Call Him Lord". The choir is under the direction of Jim Ross and performs three concerts during December.

Chanticleer Theater | The Cemetery Club

The Cemetery Club By Ivan Menchell December 02-04 & 09-11, 2022.

Three Jewish widows meet once a month for tea before going to visit their husbands’ graves. Ida is sweet-tempered and ready to begin a new life; Lucille is a feisty embodiment of the girl who just wants to have fun; and Doris is priggish and judgmental, particularly when Sam the butcher enters the scene. He meets the widows while visiting his wife’s grave. Doris and Lucille squash the budding romance between Sam and Ida. They are guilt-stricken when this nearly breaks Ida’s heart.

King & Queen of the MAC

The King & Queen of the MAC is back for an action-packed day of youth wrestling! Spectators may purchase their tickets in advance to save time and money. 

Christmas Tree Home Tour

Please join us for a tour of 29 beautifully hand-decorated Christmas trees, refreshments and ornament scavenger hunt. Cost $5 per person. $10 per family. All proceeds benefiting Promise 4 Paws Senior Dog Sanctuary.

Chanticleer Theater | The Cemetery Club

The Cemetery Club By Ivan Menchell December 02-04 & 09-11, 2022.

Three Jewish widows meet once a month for tea before going to visit their husbands’ graves. Ida is sweet-tempered and ready to begin a new life; Lucille is a feisty embodiment of the girl who just wants to have fun; and Doris is priggish and judgmental, particularly when Sam the butcher enters the scene. He meets the widows while visiting his wife’s grave. Doris and Lucille squash the budding romance between Sam and Ida. They are guilt-stricken when this nearly breaks Ida’s heart.

Neola Community Choir Presents: "I Call Him Lord"

Neola Community Choir presents its annual Christmas Cantata, "I Call Him Lord". The choir is under the direction of Jim Ross and performs three concerts during December.

Community Band Holiday Concert

Join the Community Band for their holiday concert and cookie reception. Free admission.

Gingerbread Bash

Looking for a festive holiday activity for the whole family?  Why not join us for our second annual Gingerbread Bash?  Sample tasty Christmas treats, indulge your tastebuds at the hot cocoa bar, create a gingerbread nativity, and get into the spirit with a few favorite Christmas carols!  Best of all, the fun is free for you and your family!  Invite a friend and join us Sunday, December 11th, from 4-6 p.m. at Compass Christian Church, 2007 S. 7th St., Council Bluffs.  Questions?  Contact Matt Beckner, Senior Pastor, at 712-366-9112.