Sit & Stitch Sundays feel like the gentle exhale you didn’t know you were holding in. Picture yourself tucked into a warm corner of the orchard’s tasting room, yarn or thread in hand, spreading out your project bag like you’ve finally found your crafting sanctuary.
This isn’t a class, there’s no instructor, no pressure—just a cozy, welcoming space to work on whatever’s been calling your name while chatting with friends or striking up a conversation with someone new.
Bring your knitting, crochet, embroidery, quilting squares, or any half-finished project that’s been giving you the side-eye at home. Ask questions, trade tips, share patterns, or simply sit and stitch in companionable silence. It’s community in its softest form.
We also have a free box! Are you looking to clear out your excess yarn stash? Old patterns? Duplicate crochet hook or knitting needles? Fabric? Anything craft related! Bring it in & toss it in the box - feel free to look through for something you need!
Do you have general questions about your mobile device, computer or laptop? Do you want to set up an email address, but you’re not sure where to start? Would you like to learn how to download an eBook, audiobook, movie or music?
We’re here to help! Bring your laptop, tablet or phone with you.
Join us at the library for an after-school activity on early-out this weeks activity is STEM Animal Balloon Race.
Play your favorite games in GIANT SIZE!
For kids in grades kindergarten through 6th grade.
Design your own reusable Styrofoam print plate and use it to create reproductions of your art! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.
We invite you to a special history presentation focusing on the divergent leadership styles of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X during the Civil Rights Movement.
Troy Stolp of the Pottawattamie Historical Society will lead the discussion, covering the core messages of both leaders, their distinct approaches to leadership, and their enduring impact on communities nationwide.
Free and open to the public.
Join us for stories, songs, and fun!
Most appropriate for kids 5 and under and an adult companion.
The same theme repeats throughout the week.
Join us for stories, songs, and fun!
Most appropriate for kids 5 and under and an adult companion.
The same theme repeats throughout the week.
Join us for a special Storytime with Miss Patty, a dental hygienist from Creighton.
Read stories, play, and join in on other fun activities along the way.
Design your own reusable Styrofoam print plate and use it to create reproductions of your art! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.
Are you into thrillers and always looking for the next adventure? Immerse yourself in a mystery book, then meet up to talk about it! Our selection is sure to keep you on your toes and always wanting more.
Join: Pick up discussion books at the Reference Desk.
Join us for a playdate where parents and caregivers can get together to talk about childcare over coffee and tea while their children play, fostering new friendships for kids and their caregivers.
Appropriate for kids 5 and under.
Design your own reusable Styrofoam print plate and use it to create reproductions of your art! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.
The Historic Preservation Commission makes recommendations to the City Council on land use; gifts and donations of real and personal property, the preservation, restoration, maintenance and operation of historic properties; identification and designation of historic districts and sites; and makes recommendations to the Zoning Board of Adjustment on conditional uses involving historic sites. Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month at City Hall in the Council Chambers.
Join us at the library on Wednesday afternoons for fun activities and crafting! This weeks activity is making your own jello gummy bears!
Ages 19+ are invited to join This Book Club is My Alibi for an engaging discussion—an unforgettable true story of courage and resilience, paired with a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Hitchcock Folk School is a series of programs and classes for adult and young adult learners. These programs are designed to help participants build deeper relationship with the natural world through the study of ecology and the practice of traditional craft skills.
Join naturalist Dustin Clayton and learn how to turn wood from Hitchcock’s forests into useful, beautiful items. This three-session class will cover the basics of wood carving using a limited tool kit.
In this series of classes you will learn:
Our primary project will be a deeply carved walking stick featuring design elements chosen and arranged by class participants. If time allows, students may begin another project to finish on their own.
All program materials and tools will be provided.
This program will take place over three successive Wednesdays in February: February 4th, February 11th, and February 18th from 6-8 PM each session.
Hitchcock Folk School is a series of programs and classes for adult and young adult learners. These programs are designed to help participants build deeper relationship with the natural world through the study of ecology and the practice of traditional craft skills. If you've ever wanted to learn skills such as woodcarving, firemaking, herb preservation, and much more, then these classes are for you!
Please meet in the Bluestem Room at the Loess Hills Lodge.
Book a one-on-one appointment to learn the basics of how to use a sewing machine: from setting it up properly, to sewing straight lines! We’ll cover: sewing machine parts and accessories, how to thread the machine, how to install the bobbin, and more! Whether you need a refresher or are brand-new to sewing, bring your questions to get started (or restarted) on your sewing journey!
Upon completion of this class, you will be certified to check out the Janome Jem Gold Sewing Machine from the Makerspace! Must be age 14+.
***If you have your own portable sewing machine that works, feel free to bring it and a bobbin that fits the machine (the user manual may be helpful if available). Once your registration is confirmed, please email [email protected] if you plan to bring a machine.***
Come learn the key points of storycrafting and performance with Dirk Walker and Summer Kemp-Schlemmer in this 8-week workshop. We will talk about how great storytelling impacts our communities, brainstorm inspiring themes and craft our individual tales for small-group presentation.
Join us for stories, songs, and fun!
Most appropriate for kids 5 and under and an adult companion.
The same theme repeats throughout the week.
Join us for stories, songs, and fun!
Most appropriate for kids 5 and under and an adult companion.
The same theme repeats throughout the week.
Design your own reusable Styrofoam print plate and use it to create reproductions of your art! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.
Join us for stories, songs, and fun!
Most appropriate for kids 5 and under and an adult companion.
Come by the Makerspace and learn how to embroider your name on fabric! Choose from a selection of fonts and colors, and build your skills with our embroidery machine.
The Brother Stellaire embroidery machine makes converting images or text into a finished project quick and easy. Perfect for patches, clothing, or household decorations, add that finishing touch or bit of personalization to make your creation even more special.
This class is free and open to the public – ages 14+.
Space is limited - registration required!
Escape the ordinary and plunge into the unique, alternate worlds depicted in science fiction and fantasy genres. Our Worlds Away Book Club will transport you into other cultures, peoples, eras and galaxies with our selection.
Join: Pick up discussion books at the Reference Desk.
Join us for Karaoke Nights EVERY Thursday! While you are here enjoy our Thirsty Thursday special! Come ready to sing, eat, drink and have a great night!
A fresh new take on dance competitions. Our mission is to provide dancers of all levels with a fair and positive venue to showcase their talents. These weekends should be about so much more than a trophy; it’s about an experience where feedback and growth are just as important as a score. We are here to inspire and ignite your passion and love for dance.
Whose soup will take home the ring? SOUP-ER Bowl III pits local chefs against each other in a flavorful competition, complete with tasting, guest voting, and a paint-your-own (or pick-your-own!) soup bowl experience.
Designed specifically for Ages 5 & under! Story Time starts at 10:30 AM and Open Gym Play follows at 11:00 AM!
It’s the perfect way to work on gross motor skills!
Note: This is not a drop-off event – a parent or guardian must stay with the child.
Friday Luncheons are hosted by the Culinary Arts Students of Iowa Western Community College. Luncheons are planned, prepared, and served by the students. The luncheons offer our students real-world restaurant experience to help them prepare for their future careers.
All luncheons are open to the public. Reservations are appreciated! Please email [email protected] for reservations.
Game Nights are back on Fridays. Save your frantic cleaning to host guests at your place & move your game night to the orchard. Dust off your favorite board games and get ready to roll the dice!
Forget the chill outside—we're turning up the cozy factor indoors for evenings packed with friendly competition, great company, and snacks & drinks to indulge. Our doors are open for you to come enjoy yourself and ease into the weekend!
We have board games & cards available here to play, but you are more than welcome to bring your favorite game to enjoy...all ages are welcome!
Our kitchen (with limited menu) & bar will be open to serve you!
Slow down, get creative, and make something meaningful with your hands. Join local artist J.Diane Creations at Field Co Creative for a relaxed and inspiring DIY Greeting Card Workshop designed to help you create a beautiful pack of handmade cards for Valentine’s Day and beyond.
In this easy-to-follow workshop, you’ll be guided through the process of designing and customizing greeting cards straight from the heart. All materials are provided, and no prior experience is needed—just bring yourself and a willingness to play, experiment, and create.
This workshop is perfect for individuals looking for a creative night out, friends gathering together, or anyone who loves giving thoughtful, handmade notes for special occasions. You’ll leave with a set of unique cards and the confidence to keep creating at home.
Come make something personal, heartfelt, and entirely your own
Attention Music Lovers join us at the Whiskey Roadhouse for The 402! Doors and Bar open at 9PM with no cover fee!
A fresh new take on dance competitions. Our mission is to provide dancers of all levels with a fair and positive venue to showcase their talents. These weekends should be about so much more than a trophy; it’s about an experience where feedback and growth are just as important as a score. We are here to inspire and ignite your passion and love for dance.
MCDA Cheer & Dance Championships is a Cheer and Dance Competition. Admission: Spectators (Cash Only) 1 day $25.00 Adults, $15.00 Children 5-10, Children 4 and under free. 2-day $40.00 Adults, $25.00 Children 5-10, Children 4 and under free.
Join us for a cozy, creative morning at the orchard as we welcome local watercolor artist Donna Dostal for a step-by-step February watercolor class! If you joined any of her previous classes, you know you are in for an amazing day with a quality & fun instructor.
Your $60 registration includes a drink to sip on & all materials you’ll need—plus your very own watercolor set to take home so you can keep creating after class.
During the session, you’ll paint and practice on 7x10 watercolor paper and design beautiful greeting cards (you’ll even have a bonus blank card to take home to paint later).
Whether you’re looking for a perfect date idea, friends day, a family outing, a self-care morning, etc. this class is designed for everyone—no experience needed.
You are invited to Galentine’s Girls Day!
Spend the day with your gals (and us!) to grab some fresh flowers, delicious treats, and do some shopping!
This is also the last day to order your Valentine’s Day bundles, so come in and talk to us to order yours!
Sign up your kiddo to compete in the Lollipop Challenge, a slalom-style ski and snowboard race for kids that supports our amazing Crescent Hill Ski Patrol volunteers.
Fun night of BINGO plus soup, salad, breadsticks and dessert for $10 a person. Doors open at 5 for food and BINGO starts at 6. BINGO books are $20 for a 6 games and a total of 10 rounds. Great prizes and fun raffles. All donations accepted.
Sled after dark at Crescent Hill at Hitchcock and experience an elevated twist on this favorite winter pastime. Ride the chair lift up the hill and shoot down on a zippy Zibob sled. For safety reasons, all participants must be ages 7 or older. No outside sleds allowed; Sleds are provided by the area.
Sledding is $33 plus taxes and processing. Sledding is free for Crescent Hill season passholders.
Pre-registration is required for this event. Please click the icon above to register today.
Avoca residents will have a new opportunity to connect directly with City Administrator, Shawnna Silvius, at our new series called "Community Coffee Hour." These informal gatherings are designed to bring community members together in a relaxed setting to stay informed about City projects and initiatives.
We welcome all residents to stop by, ask questions, offer insights, and stay engaged with our community.
Drop in and make pop up cards for your favorite valentines.
Most appropriate for kids in grades kindergarten through 6th grade.
Grab your aprons and let’s do some treat baking for our furry friends just in time for Valentine’s Day. The cost is $25 per person which includes 2 dz. treats to take with you and a fabulous cocoa bar with lots of human snacks. Fun for all ages!
We invite you to join us for an herb gardening class led by Tom O'Brien of Gardens on Glen! This workshop will cover essential topics such as common herbs, their nutritional value, and how to pair them with various foods.
You will also learn how to start a small indoor herb garden, the best practices for transplanting, and effective methods for preserving herbs to use in your kitchen throughout the year.
Starter herbs will be provided to all registered attendees. Registration opens on January 24.
Low-Cost Pet Vaccination Clinic
Rabies vaccinations for cats and dogs are available for $10. Additional canine vaccines include Bordetella or DHPP for $15. Feline vaccines include FVRCP for $15 or FeLV for $20. Other vaccinations will also be available.
Microchipping is offered for $10.
New this year, all payment types will be accepted. Vaccinations will be administered by Dr. Barbara Lee, DVM, of Valley View Veterinary Clinic.
Ever wanted to make your own wine? Grab your friends and get ready for a fun, flavorful night out! Join Tom O’Brien, owner of Gardens on Glen, for a lively, hands-on (and sip-along ) introduction to home wine-making—perfect for your next Girls Night.
In this 21+ class, you’ll learn:
This is an informative class with visual aids, plenty of Q&A, and homemade wine samples to taste along the way. No supplies needed—just come ready to learn and sip! You’ll leave with a take-home supply list and instructions so you can start your own batch at home. Perfect for wine lovers, beginners, and curious creatives (Samples included)! Come learn, laugh, taste, and toast to a new hobby!
Attention Music Lovers join us at the Whiskey Roadhouse for SwitchBak! Doors and Bar open at 9PM with no cover fee!
A fresh new take on dance competitions. Our mission is to provide dancers of all levels with a fair and positive venue to showcase their talents. These weekends should be about so much more than a trophy; it’s about an experience where feedback and growth are just as important as a score. We are here to inspire and ignite your passion and love for dance.
MCDA Cheer & Dance Championships is a Cheer and Dance Competition. Admission: Spectators (Cash Only) 1 day $25.00 Adults, $15.00 Children 5-10, Children 4 and under free. 2-day $40.00 Adults, $25.00 Children 5-10, Children 4 and under free.
Sit & Stitch Sundays feel like the gentle exhale you didn’t know you were holding in. Picture yourself tucked into a warm corner of the orchard’s tasting room, yarn or thread in hand, spreading out your project bag like you’ve finally found your crafting sanctuary.
This isn’t a class, there’s no instructor, no pressure—just a cozy, welcoming space to work on whatever’s been calling your name while chatting with friends or striking up a conversation with someone new.
Bring your knitting, crochet, embroidery, quilting squares, or any half-finished project that’s been giving you the side-eye at home. Ask questions, trade tips, share patterns, or simply sit and stitch in companionable silence. It’s community in its softest form.
We also have a free box! Are you looking to clear out your excess yarn stash? Old patterns? Duplicate crochet hook or knitting needles? Fabric? Anything craft related! Bring it in & toss it in the box - feel free to look through for something you need!
Join us at the library for an after-school activity on early-out Mondays this activity is winter olympics for kids!
Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a small candy kiss container.
This is a drop-in program. Pop by any time between 2 and 4 PM
Use your imagination and free build with Bristle blocks and Hinge toys.
For kids in grades preschool through 6th grade.
Learn a new type of fluffy embroidery at the library! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.
Experience the stress-reducing benefits and creative self-discovery of adult coloring. Supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own coloring utensils and prints if you prefer. Color, relax and chat – bring a friend!
Whether you are learning Spanish or English, come to Language Exchange to practice with fellow learners. Meet new people, get help with the language you want to practice, and help others with their learning journey as well.
Join us for stories, songs, and fun!
Most appropriate for kids 5 and under and an adult companion.
The same theme repeats throughout the week.
Join us for stories, songs, and fun!
Most appropriate for kids 5 and under and an adult companion.
The same theme repeats throughout the week.
Join us for Storytime with Miss Meggie! Read stories, sing songs, play, and partake in other fun activities along the way!
Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a small candy kiss container.
This is a drop-in program. Pop by any time between 2 and 4 PM
Learn a new type of fluffy embroidery at the library! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.
Fundraiser Supporting the Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Council Bluffs
Support the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, Council Bluffs, with 20% of event sales donated to fund research, education, and support services for individuals living with dementia and their families.
How to Participate:
Orders may be placed online or on a mobile device using promo code GIVEBACK, or in store by presenting this flyer or stating, “I’m here for the fundraiser” at checkout.
Flyers may be shown on a smartphone or presented in paper form.
On Tuesday February 10th, join us and our Curatorial Intern Em Casson as we examine Union Pacific's connection to the Olympic Games including the UP-Excursion Trains that carried the Olympic Torch in 1996 and 2002.
This February the Winter Olympic Games are being held in Northern Italy in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo. Join us as we celebrate the modern Olympic Games and examine Union Pacific’s connection to this global athletic competition. Since the modern Olympic Games began in 1896, they have been held in the United States 8 times. Union Pacific has been involved with transporting material, people, and even the Olympic Flame itself for many of these games. Most notably in 1996 and 2002 Union Pacific assembled special Olympic Torch Relay trains to transport the Olympic Flame across the country in the lead up to games. Join us on Tuesday February 10th as we examine those trains and Union Pacific’s connection to the Games.
The City Planning Commission advises the City Council on matters of zoning, subdivision, development, and comprehensive planning for the City. Meetings are held every second Tuesday of the month at the Council Bluffs Public Library Meeting Room B.
Explore the beauty of anatomy and the art of detailed line work in this engaging drawing project. We begin by sketching an anatomically correct heart using simple shapes and gentle guidelines to understand its form. Once the structure is in place, the focus shifts to bringing it to life with a tech pen.
Participants will learn how to use a tech pen to add depth, texture, and dimension through techniques such as crosshatching, stippling, and controlled line variation. Each mark helps build the illusion of volume and movement, turning a basic sketch into a striking illustration.
This class is both educational and creative, giving you a chance to study real anatomy while experimenting with classic ink drawing methods. By the end, you will have a bold, expressive heart that looks ready to beat right off the page.
Work smarter and get more out of Microsoft Office. Whether you’re new to Office or simply want to refresh your existing skills, you’ve come to the right place. Book a one-on-one appointment to get started.
Join us for a 30 minute yoga inspired storytime with Root & Roar Yoga!
Most appropriate for kids 5 and younger and an adult companion.
You are welcome to bring your own yoga mats or borrow one of ours.
If you are curious about starting your family history research, we invite you to attend our upcoming program on genealogy.
Library staff will provide a comprehensive overview of the valuable resources available through the Council Bluffs Public Library to help patrons trace their lineage and build a family history. This program is an excellent opportunity to learn how to begin your genealogy quest.
This is a luncheon event, and lunch will be provided to all registered attendees. Please note that registration is required to attend.
Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a small candy kiss container.
This is a drop-in program. Pop by any time between 2 and 4 PM
Learn a new type of fluffy embroidery at the library! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.
Join us at the library on Wednesday afternoons for fun activities and crafting! This weeks activity is STEM Cricut Valentine's
Create your very own miniatures with us out of various materials and recycled items. We will craft with a new material theme every month. This month we are decorating and making miniatures with polymer clay. Registration is required to attend this all-ages event. *Children 7 years and younger need to have a parent or guardian with them to participate in this event.
Hitchcock Folk School is a series of programs and classes for adult and young adult learners. These programs are designed to help participants build deeper relationship with the natural world through the study of ecology and the practice of traditional craft skills.
Join naturalist Dustin Clayton and learn how to turn wood from Hitchcock’s forests into useful, beautiful items. This three-session class will cover the basics of wood carving using a limited tool kit.
In this series of classes you will learn:
Our primary project will be a deeply carved walking stick featuring design elements chosen and arranged by class participants. If time allows, students may begin another project to finish on their own.
All program materials and tools will be provided.
This program will take place over three successive Wednesdays in February: February 4th, February 11th, and February 18th from 6-8 PM each session.
Hitchcock Folk School is a series of programs and classes for adult and young adult learners. These programs are designed to help participants build deeper relationship with the natural world through the study of ecology and the practice of traditional craft skills. If you've ever wanted to learn skills such as woodcarving, firemaking, herb preservation, and much more, then these classes are for you!
Please meet in the Bluestem Room at the Loess Hills Lodge.
Book a one-on-one appointment to learn the basics of how to use a sewing machine: from setting it up properly, to sewing straight lines! We’ll cover: sewing machine parts and accessories, how to thread the machine, how to install the bobbin, and more! Whether you need a refresher or are brand-new to sewing, bring your questions to get started (or restarted) on your sewing journey!
Upon completion of this class, you will be certified to check out the Janome Jem Gold Sewing Machine from the Makerspace! Must be age 14+.
***If you have your own portable sewing machine that works, feel free to bring it and a bobbin that fits the machine (the user manual may be helpful if available). Once your registration is confirmed, please email [email protected] if you plan to bring a machine.***
Come learn the key points of storycrafting and performance with Dirk Walker and Summer Kemp-Schlemmer in this 8-week workshop. We will talk about how great storytelling impacts our communities, brainstorm inspiring themes and craft our individual tales for small-group presentation.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day weekend with an evening of creativity, connection, and a whole lot of laughter at Field Co Creative.
Join us for our Paint Your Partner experience—an easygoing, joy-filled art night designed for couples, friends, siblings, or any favorite person you’d love to create with.
You and your partner will take turns painting each other’s portraits. No art experience needed—this event is all about letting go of perfection, having fun, and enjoying the moment. We’ll offer simple, supportive guidance to help you get started, then give you the freedom to play, experiment, and make it your own.
Whether you’re celebrating love, friendship, or just a fun night out, expect plenty of laughs, creative connection, and a meaningful (and wonderfully imperfect) keepsake to take home.
Come as you are—Field Co Creative is a welcoming space for first-timers and seasoned creatives alike.
*Tickets are issued per person, not per couple.
Join us for stories, songs, and fun!
Most appropriate for kids 5 and under and an adult companion.
The same theme repeats throughout the week.
Join us for stories, songs, and fun!
Most appropriate for kids 5 and under and an adult companion.
The same theme repeats throughout the week.
Join us for Storytime with Miss Meggie! Read stories, sing songs, play, and partake in other fun activities along the way!
Learn how to use Tinkercad to build and manipulate 3D designs. In this class, we’ll go over merging and subtracting shapes, readying objects for 3D printing by adding supports and exporting files. Finally, you will send your files to the 3D printer and watch them emerge in the real world!
Space is limited. Registration required.
Learn a new type of fluffy embroidery at the library! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.
Join Anytime Tees for a Valentine Ink & Drink where you can choose from 1 of 5 Valentine Themed Designs and print your own shirt!
Hot Cocoa and toppings will be available to sip while you shop.
Prices start at $25.
Calling all Puzzle Lovers! Join us for a night of food, fun and friendly competition! Race to be the first team of 4 to complete a 200 piece puzzle! Prizes awarded for Top Two Teams 1 slice of pizza and 1 drink ticket included with your registration! Teams of 4- $100 Singles- $30 RSVP now to reserve your spot, hurry space is limited! RSVP to [email protected]
The 746 Needlework Club meets the second and fourth Thursdays each month.
Needlework – Knitting, Crocheting, Embroidery – All skill levels welcome!
Please bring your own supplies.
Pet therapy teams visit the Library to help motivate children to read.
Wear your jammies to the Library, snuggle up to a pup and read.
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
For groups larger than 5, please call ahead.
Join us for Karaoke Nights EVERY Thursday! While you are here enjoy our Thirsty Thursday special! Come ready to sing, eat, drink and have a great night!
Laissez les bons temps rouler—right here in Council Bluffs! Join Wings of Hope Cancer Support Center for our annual Winter Gala, Winter in New Orleans, on Friday, February 13. This joyful, Mardi Gras–inspired evening features a Cajun-style dinner by Pearl’s Bistro, live jazz from the Abraham Lincoln High School Jazz Band, a lively silent auction, and a fun raffle—all in a colorful, come-as-you-are atmosphere (beads and masks encouraged!).
Best of all, your night out makes a real difference. Proceeds support Wings of Hope’s free emotional and mental health programs for individuals and families affected by cancer across the Omaha–Council Bluffs area. Celebrate community, connection, and hope with us at Corpus Christi Church—because healing means more than medicine.
Grab your best gals or pals and treat yourselves to an evening of glitter, laughs, tacky portraits, and culinary delights. This Besties night out is all about celebrating friendship with a craft in one hand and a snack in the other, which is exactly how life should be lived.
We will warm up with delicious treats and a little sip or two before diving into a craft project that promises equal parts fun and mild chaos. Expect colorful supplies, probably some messes, and at least one friend insisting they are “not crafty” before creating a masterpiece worthy of a museum lobby or at least their fridge door.
While your creations dry, cool, or magically transform, we will keep the good vibes going with more sweet bites and savory surprises. Think of it as a friendship feast with a creative twist. By the end of the night you will leave with a handmade treasure, a happy heart, a tacky 90s themed portrait of you and your bestie, and at least five inside jokes you did not arrive with.
THIS WEEKEND Stacks of Love is happening FRIDAY–SUNDAY at Unique Boutique Iowa in Neola. Join us for our Valentine’s Bracelet Bar and create your own custom stack! Grab your besties and make something meaningful for Valentines! We can’t wait to stack the love with you!
Primrose invites you to a special Valentine’s Day–themed cocktail party. If you or a loved one is interested in our community, this is a wonderful opportunity to meet residents, enjoy fellowship, and experience Primrose in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Please RSVP to Jayme: 712-325-1111
Game Nights are back on Fridays. Save your frantic cleaning to host guests at your place & move your game night to the orchard. Dust off your favorite board games and get ready to roll the dice!
Forget the chill outside—we're turning up the cozy factor indoors for evenings packed with friendly competition, great company, and snacks & drinks to indulge. Our doors are open for you to come enjoy yourself and ease into the weekend!
We have board games & cards available here to play, but you are more than welcome to bring your favorite game to enjoy...all ages are welcome!
Our kitchen (with limited menu) & bar will be open to serve you!
Friday Luncheons are hosted by the Culinary Arts Students of Iowa Western Community College. Luncheons are planned, prepared, and served by the students. The luncheons offer our students real-world restaurant experience to help them prepare for their future careers.
All luncheons are open to the public. Reservations are appreciated! Please email [email protected] for reservations.
Killer Tofu will be playing your favorite '90s tunes all night! Join us for a night of love/anti-love tunes this Valentine's Day weekend.
Every February, this national race series celebrates Community Options’ founding. Last year, over 11,000 runners nationwide joined us, creating a fantastic crowd and raising funds to provide housing and employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. We welcome runners, walkers, participants with baby strollers or wheelchairs and sponsors to be part of our 18th annual race in Council Bluffs this Valentine's Day!
View more about this event in our blog.
Grab your sweetheart for a night full of laughter, creativity, and sweets. Paint fun portraits of each other while you sip, snack on a charcuterie board, and enjoy a dessert that YOU two make that’s just as sweet as each other’s company. It’s the perfect way to celebrate love, time, and a good excuse for treats and giggles together with your favorite person. No experience needed, just bring your favorite person and your sense of humor..and probably an appetite.
The night will consist of making a dessert that you will be able to bring it to your next portion. During the creative part, you will be painting a portrait of each other as you sit across from one another!
Ski or snowboard after dark during Midnight Madness and experience a different kind of nightlife at Crescent Hill at Hitchcock.
THIS WEEKEND Stacks of Love is happening FRIDAY–SUNDAY at Unique Boutique Iowa in Neola. Join us for our Valentine’s Bracelet Bar and create your own custom stack! Grab your besties and make something meaningful for Valentines! We can’t wait to stack the love with you!
The Makerspace has sewing machines! Learn how to use the machine and sew a small project! All materials will be provided. (Colors may vary.)
Skills learned: basic sewing & pressing, how to install a KAM snap.
Sign up in advance for this program; space is very limited! Ages 14+ only.
THREE class times to choose from!
Upon completion of this class, you will be certified to check out the Janome Jem Gold Sewing Machine from the Makerspace!
Thank you to the Council Bluffs Public Library Foundation for supporting this program!
Wild Sprouts – Empowering little ones to grow and thrive in the wild.
Pre-registration is required. To ensure a high-quality participant experience, we are unable to accommodate walk-ins. Please click the icon above to register today.
Want to sprout your little one's love for the outdoors? Come out and discover new places, faces, and the world around them!
Join us with your little ones to meet other families with young children as we venture into the great outdoors. Discover new places, new faces, and the joy of rediscovering the world around you with your youngster. This program is for parents/caretakers and their children ages three years and under.
The cost is $5 per adult; there is no cost for children.
Join us for a thoughtfully curated Valentine’s experience where scent, style, and self-expression come together in an inviting and inspiring setting. Guests are invited to create a custom fragrance with Signature Scents Perfume Bar, blending notes that feel uniquely personal, and explore hand-poured candles and car diffuser charms from Rustic Door Candle Co., perfect for setting the mood or gifting.
Enjoy a relaxed, walk-in–style Meadow & Charm experience featuring professional piercings, infinity (permanent) jewelry, and Valentine-inspired flash tattoos.
Whether you’re treating yourself, planning a girls’ day, or looking for a unique Valentine’s outing, this experience is designed to feel effortless, fun, and memorable. No appointments are required—simply stop in and enjoy.
Hang out at the UP Museum this Valentine's Day! Help us find the lost mail bag on Valentine's Day!
Help us solve a train mail mystery or make a train-themed Valentine for someone you love!
Free and open to the public!
The Makerspace has sewing machines! Learn how to use the machine and sew a small project! All materials will be provided. (Colors may vary.)
Skills learned: basic sewing & pressing, how to install a KAM snap.
Sign up in advance for this program; space is very limited! Ages 14+ only.
THREE class times to choose from!
Upon completion of this class, you will be certified to check out the Janome Jem Gold Sewing Machine from the Makerspace!
Thank you to the Council Bluffs Public Library Foundation for supporting this program!
Fire and Ice is a 21+ formal fundraising event supporting the development of the new Oakland Aquatic Center. Guests are invited to enjoy an elegant evening featuring a prime rib dinner catered by Silos, a silent auction, a cash bar, and dancing.
Tickets are available for purchase at The Country Store in Carson, Oakland City Hall, Oakland Pharmacy, or Silos in Treynor. Tickets are $75 per person or $125 per couple.
All proceeds from the event will directly benefit the Oakland Aquatic Center project.
The First Annual Play Haven Child Care Gala is blooming this Valentine’s Day, and you’re invited to celebrate with us!
Doors open at 5:30 PM for a magical night filled with delicious food, beautiful florals, and dancing under the lights.
Tickets are on sale now!
Dinner & Treats Include:
• Leonard's Lunchbox featuring The famous Minden Bowl Prime Rib
• Elegant charcuterie appetizers
• Decadent desserts from local favorite Fire & Flour
Extras to Enjoy:
• Fresh, and always beautiful, flowers available for purchase by The Avoca Flower Shop
• A fun raffle featuring exciting items we’ll be sharing soon
• A lively DJ and dancing to round out the night
Snag a reservation and have your Valentine's Day dinner with us at Cellar19!!
We will be offering 20% off a bottle of wine with the purchase of dinner or an Appetizer.
We will have an assortment of Desserts and John Rogers will be playing from 6-9!!
Call us or send a message on FB and make a reservation!!
Live blues, soul, and funk music at Whiskey Roadhouse—great vibes, smooth grooves, and a high-energy night you won’t want to miss.
Live rock n roll from the band, POUNDTOWN! $5 cover at the door. Live music starts at 9!
THIS WEEKEND Stacks of Love is happening FRIDAY–SUNDAY at Unique Boutique Iowa in Neola. Join us for our Valentine’s Bracelet Bar and create your own custom stack! Grab your besties and make something meaningful for Valentines! We can’t wait to stack the love with you!
Cosmetology Continuing Education (COSME-COS01)
Cost: $100
This continuing education course is designed for licensed cosmetologists looking to refine their skills, stay updated on industry trends, and meet licensure renewal requirements. Participants will explore advanced techniques, products innovations, and business strategies to elevate their professional practice while fostering creativity and client satisfaction. This course will be 2 hours of Iowa Law and 4 hours of continuing education.
Sit & Stitch Sundays feel like the gentle exhale you didn’t know you were holding in. Picture yourself tucked into a warm corner of the orchard’s tasting room, yarn or thread in hand, spreading out your project bag like you’ve finally found your crafting sanctuary.
This isn’t a class, there’s no instructor, no pressure—just a cozy, welcoming space to work on whatever’s been calling your name while chatting with friends or striking up a conversation with someone new.
Bring your knitting, crochet, embroidery, quilting squares, or any half-finished project that’s been giving you the side-eye at home. Ask questions, trade tips, share patterns, or simply sit and stitch in companionable silence. It’s community in its softest form.
We also have a free box! Are you looking to clear out your excess yarn stash? Old patterns? Duplicate crochet hook or knitting needles? Fabric? Anything craft related! Bring it in & toss it in the box - feel free to look through for something you need!
Join us at the library for an after-school activity on early-out Mondays. This weeks activity is DIY Mini Erasers.
Braid and knot your own keychain with macramé! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.
Thinking of starting a food business? Join us for a FREE, in-person Food Startup 101 covering the essential first steps—from idea to launch.
Looking to start a food business, but not sure where to begin?
Join us for a FREE, in-person Food Startup 101 evening designed to help aspiring food entrepreneurs turn ideas into action.
Whether you’re dreaming of a food truck, packaged product, bakery, catering business, or pop-up concept, this one-hour session will walk you through the essential first steps—without the overwhelm.
What we’ll cover:
How to move from idea → viable food business
Common startup paths (home-based, commercial kitchen, food truck, CPG, and more)
Licensing, permits, and food safety basics (what you actually need—and when)
Cost realities and early budgeting considerations
Local resources available to support you at every stage
Join us for stories, songs, and fun!
Most appropriate for kids 5 and under and an adult companion.
The same theme repeats throughout the week.
Join us in the DeLong Lounge at Broadway United Methodist Church if you love reading authors that have a knack for storytelling. Conversations are organic and space is given for everyone to share.
New title, "The Comfort of Crows" by Margaret Renkl begins on February 17th.
Our outline of reading and discussing is:
February 17th - Winter
March 17th - Spring
April 21st - Summer
May 19th - Fall
Join us for stories, songs, and fun!
Most appropriate for kids 5 and under and an adult companion.
The same theme repeats throughout the week.
Join us for Storytime with Miss Meggie! Read stories, sing songs, play, and partake in other fun activities along the way!
Join in as we discuss a mix of contemporary fiction and nonfiction books. Take your mind out of the grind of everyday life to be transported into captivating and calming reads.
Join: Pick up discussion books at the Reference Desk.
The Zoning Board of Adjustment hears requests for conditional use permits and requests for variances from the Zoning Ordinance. The board also conducts hearings on appeals of administrative interpretations pertaining to the Zoning Ordinance. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of the month in the Council Chamber on the second floor of City Hall.
Come play new and classic board and card games. This group meets the third Tuesday of each month, and it is free to attend. You are welcome to bring your favorite games or just stop in to join a game.
Join us was we explore Abraham Lincoln’s time as a railroad lawyer and his connection to local Council Bluffs history! In 2025, Union Pacific unveiled their new Heritage Locomotive No.1616 in honor of Abraham Lincoln and his role in signing the Pacific Railway Act in 1862 which created Union Pacific. Even before signing the act, Lincoln had an extensive connection to the railroad. As a lawyer, Lincoln often represented railroads and participated in a landmark legal case involving railroad bridges. Then, in 1859 Lincoln came to Council Bluffs and had a meeting that changed the course of railroad history.
This presentation is provided by in Zachary Rady in a collaboration with the Union Pacific Railroad Museum and the Council Bluffs Public Library. Free and open to the public.
On February 18, Crescent Hill is proud to honor history, service, and strength by participating in the 90-Pound Rucksack Challenge—a powerful tribute to the legendary soldiers of the 10th Mountain Division.
Participants will complete 5 hike uphill-ski downhill circuits at Crescent Hill at Hitchcock, symbolizing the 1,500-foot vertical nighttime climb by the 10th Mountain ski troops during World War II, as we raise funds for the Crescent Hill Ski Patrol and the 10th Mountain Division Foundation.
Registration is free and required. Freewill donations are highly encouraged. A lift ticket or season pass is required in order to participate.
Please click the icon above to register, donate, and purchase a lift ticket today.
Join us for 30 minutes of music, dance, and a story with Miss Abbey from Motion Works Dance.
Most appropriate for kids 5 and younger and an adult companion.
Over a Cup of History America's Greatest Presidents (PERDV-06)
“America's Greatest Presidents: Washington, Lincoln, and FDR.”
This presentation explains why historians, political scientists, and presidential scholars hold rank Presidents Washington, Lincoln, and FDR so highly. We will explore their successes, failures, and legacies.
Cost: $10
Location: Looft Hall 023 - Council Bluffs Campus
Braid and knot your own keychain with macramé! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.
Hitchcock Folk School is a series of programs and classes for adult and young adult learners. These programs are designed to help participants build deeper relationship with the natural world through the study of ecology and the practice of traditional craft skills.
Join naturalist Dustin Clayton and learn how to turn wood from Hitchcock’s forests into useful, beautiful items. This three-session class will cover the basics of wood carving using a limited tool kit.
In this series of classes you will learn:
Our primary project will be a deeply carved walking stick featuring design elements chosen and arranged by class participants. If time allows, students may begin another project to finish on their own.
All program materials and tools will be provided.
This program will take place over three successive Wednesdays in February: February 4th, February 11th, and February 18th from 6-8 PM each session.
Hitchcock Folk School is a series of programs and classes for adult and young adult learners. These programs are designed to help participants build deeper relationship with the natural world through the study of ecology and the practice of traditional craft skills. If you've ever wanted to learn skills such as woodcarving, firemaking, herb preservation, and much more, then these classes are for you!
Please meet in the Bluestem Room at the Loess Hills Lodge.
Book a one-on-one appointment to learn the basics of how to use a sewing machine: from setting it up properly, to sewing straight lines! We’ll cover: sewing machine parts and accessories, how to thread the machine, how to install the bobbin, and more! Whether you need a refresher or are brand-new to sewing, bring your questions to get started (or restarted) on your sewing journey!
Upon completion of this class, you will be certified to check out the Janome Jem Gold Sewing Machine from the Makerspace! Must be age 14+.
***If you have your own portable sewing machine that works, feel free to bring it and a bobbin that fits the machine (the user manual may be helpful if available). Once your registration is confirmed, please email [email protected] if you plan to bring a machine.***
Come learn the key points of storycrafting and performance with Dirk Walker and Summer Kemp-Schlemmer in this 8-week workshop. We will talk about how great storytelling impacts our communities, brainstorm inspiring themes and craft our individual tales for small-group presentation.
Join us for stories, songs, and fun!
Most appropriate for kids 5 and under and an adult companion.
The same theme repeats throughout the week.
Join us for stories, songs, and fun!
Most appropriate for kids 5 and under and an adult companion.
The same theme repeats throughout the week.
Braid and knot your own keychain with macramé! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.
Join LaUNch for an evening of conversation, connection, and candid storytelling at our February Fireside Chat. This interactive event will feature Alejandra Valdez of Viva Fit Kitchen and the Embolden Network, and Julie Wyssman of My Nurse Healthcare and J's Coffee and Donuts as they share their entrepreneurial journey, lessons learned, and the real challenges and rewards of business ownership.
Designed for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and those thinking about starting a business, this fireside-style discussion will explore growth, resilience, and what it truly means to commit to your business long term. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear true insights, ask questions, and connect with others in the local business community.
Thank you to event co-sponsors Nebraska Enterprise Fund, TS Bank, and SBDC.
Council Bluffs Public Library and Pottawattamie Conservation have teamed up to offer a FREE 4 class series focused on giving you the confidence and background knowledge you need to grow a beautiful native garden that supports wildlife and provides benefits to you and your community. Gardening with Native Plants is a free, four-part class.
Registration is required and a form must be completed for each class you plan to attend.
Class 2: From pollinating the plants that grow the fruits and vegetables we eat to providing food for birds and wildlife, insects fuel the food web and the best way to fuel our native insects is with native plants. We’ll discuss all the ways native plants benefit us and our environment as well as things we can do to support our native insects.
Join host Addie of Moonlit Moth Doula Services for an open-hearted conversation about death, dying, and everything in between.
A Death Café is a welcoming space where people come together to share thoughts, stories, and questions about mortality in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. There is no agenda or set outcome—just honest conversation over tea and treats.
Death Cafés are not grief support groups or counseling sessions. They are community conversations meant to break the taboo around death and help us reflect more deeply on life.
All are welcome. Bring your curiosity, an open heart, and maybe a friend.
Donations welcome to help cover the venue cost.
When it comes to working on electronics, soldering is an essential skill. In this class, we’ll go over the basics of the soldering iron, types of solder, basic terminology, and safety. Then, we’ll put that knowledge to use by practicing wire joining on spare circuit boards.
Space is limited. Registration required.
Please join us for our February Autism Support group meeting. We meet in the commons area at TJ high school. Parking is off of 2nd Avenue, in the parking lot in the back of the school and enter through the doors of the main building. Parents, caregivers, kids and adults on the spectrum are welcome to join us, however we do not have child care. We want to know what you want to see us doing in the community and how we can help you!
Join us for Karaoke Nights EVERY Thursday! While you are here enjoy our Thirsty Thursday special! Come ready to sing, eat, drink and have a great night!
For over 60 years, the Carden family has been bringing an astonishing and awe-inspiring show to people across the country. From amazing feats of athleticism with our aerial acrobats, to our magnificent elephants, beautiful camels and horses, and so much more entertainment for the entire family. Doors open 1 hour before show time. Purchase tickets online at Ticketmaster or stop by the MAC box office Monday-Friday, 12 PM to 5 PM.
Show dates and times:
February 20th 7 PM
February 21st 1 PM & 7 PM
February 22nd 3 PM
Ovation Dance Challenge is a competitive experience like none other, with a state-of-the-art sound system that provides professional-quality audio. Innovative set designs provide a one-of-a-kind backdrop for every performance venue—a multi-level competition experience for all dancers. We understand the specific needs of dance consumers and believe in providing outstanding service with integrity.
The Olivier Award-nominated, worldwide smash hit — THE CHOIR OF MAN — returns to the U.S. for a highly-anticipated national tour including a stop in COUNCIL BLUFFS. Set in the world’s best pub, this uplifting production serves up 90 minutes of non-stop entertainment featuring a cast of extraordinary singers, dancers, musicians, and a charming poet. Enjoy everything from the anthems of Queen and Guns N’ Roses to the soulful sounds of Luther Vandross and Adele to the chart-toppers of Sia, Paul Simon, Avicii, Katy Perry, and more. This show has something for everyone, including a real working bar on stage. Come ready to drink in the excitement and raise a glass with THE CHOIR OF MAN. Cheers!
View all the exciting concerts happening at the Arts Center on our blog here.
Attention Music Lovers join us at the Whiskey Roadhouse for Red Dirt Road! Doors and Bar open at 9PM with no cover fee!
Cost: $180.00
This class is for those that were arrested for an OWI over the age of 18. Class is designed to help each person reduce risk for any type of alcohol or drug problem by helping them understand and accept the need to make necessary changes to reduce the risk for future problems. The class meets state requirements under sections 321J.2 and 321J.17, Subsection 2, and is open to anyone wishing to better understand their problem. Students with limited English proficiency must provide their own interpreter
Designed specifically for Ages 5 & under! Story Time starts at 10:30 AM and Open Gym Play follows at 11:00 AM
It’s the perfect way to work on gross motor skills!
Note: This is not a drop-off event – a parent or guardian must stay with the child.
Friday Luncheons are hosted by the Culinary Arts Students of Iowa Western Community College. Luncheons are planned, prepared, and served by the students. The luncheons offer our students real-world restaurant experience to help them prepare for their future careers.
All luncheons are open to the public. Reservations are appreciated! Please email [email protected] for reservations.
It’s Fish Fry season! The Fish Fry will include dine-in as well as carry-out. The cost is $15 for adults and $7 for children ages 5-12, and under 5 are free.
MENU INCLUDES:
We will be raffling a Napoleon Rogue PRO-S 5-Burner Propane Grill, gill cover, grilling utensils and $500 Bertelsen Beef! Many thanks to Cutler-O’Neill Meyer Woodring for sponsoring the raffle items. Tickets will be on sale soon and cost $10 per ticket. They can be purchased in-person at the event or at the Parish Office. Winner
Game Nights are back on Fridays. Save your frantic cleaning to host guests at your place & move your game night to the orchard. Dust off your favorite board games and get ready to roll the dice!
Forget the chill outside—we're turning up the cozy factor indoors for evenings packed with friendly competition, great company, and snacks & drinks to indulge. Our doors are open for you to come enjoy yourself and ease into the weekend!
We have board games & cards available here to play, but you are more than welcome to bring your favorite game to enjoy...all ages are welcome!
Our kitchen (with limited menu) & bar will be open to serve you!
Join Tom O’Brien, owner of Gardens on Glen, for a practical, hands-on class that teaches the fundamentals of starting seeds indoors to jumpstart your spring garden. Participants will learn how to successfully germinate popular crops like peppers and tomatoes, mastering key elements such as soil composition, moisture control, lighting, and temperature. Tom will demonstrate techniques for sowing, labeling, and caring for seedlings to ensure strong, healthy transplants ready for outdoor planting. Using individual seed-starting kits, attendees will gain experience setting up trays, managing humidity with dome lids, and troubleshooting common issues. Each participant will plant a selection of seeds to take home and continue nurturing toward a productive garden season.
Join us for casual board gaming and snacks with Spielbound Inc. For those 19+. Must register on our website calendar to participate.
For over 60 years, the Carden family has been bringing an astonishing and awe-inspiring show to people across the country. From amazing feats of athleticism with our aerial acrobats, to our magnificent elephants, beautiful camels and horses, and so much more entertainment for the entire family. Doors open 1 hour before show time. Purchase tickets online at Ticketmaster or stop by the MAC box office Monday-Friday, 12 PM to 5 PM.
Show dates and times:
February 20th 7 PM
February 21st 1 PM & 7 PM
February 22nd 3 PM
Ovation Dance Challenge is a competitive experience like none other, with a state-of-the-art sound system that provides professional-quality audio. Innovative set designs provide a one-of-a-kind backdrop for every performance venue—a multi-level competition experience for all dancers. We understand the specific needs of dance consumers and believe in providing outstanding service with integrity.
Pre-registration is required. To ensure a high-quality participant experience, we are unable to accommodate walk-ins. Please click the icon above to register today.
Join us as we kick off our 2026 season (and 9th year!) of "A Land Ethic Workshop." This free, introductory session will be held at Hitchcock Nature Center and is perfect for anyone with an interest in conservation and a desire to develop a better understanding of the natural world outside their own front door. Join us and celebrated educator Ron Cisar as we introduce participants to our 10-month-long programming series, "A Land Ethic Workshop".
Participants will study and learn:
Free. Ages 14+.
Join artist Kathy Fiscus in exploring Composition techniques in a space made for trying fun and new ways to create art. Play with how elements fit together, balance, and interact to make your paintings feel alive and intentional.
This isn’t about following rules, it’s about trying new art styles, messing up, and making your work look amazing anyway. Come ready to see the world in a new way and leave with art that’s totally yours.
Sled after dark at Crescent Hill at Hitchcock and experience an elevated twist on this favorite winter pastime. Ride the chair lift up the hill and shoot down on a zippy Zibob sled. For safety reasons, all participants must be ages 7 or older. No outside sleds allowed; Sleds are provided by the area.
Sledding is $33 plus taxes and processing. Sledding is free for Crescent Hill season passholders.
Pre-registration is required for this event. Please click the icon above to register today.
This show is truly a celebration of the music of Neil Diamond! Starring Matt Vee, nephew of 60’s pop-star Bobby Vee, you’ll hear songs like Cracklin’ Rosie, Song Sung Blue, America, Brother Love’s Traveling Salvation Show, and Sweet Caroline. Neil Diamond has sold over 130 million records worldwide and produced musical hits spanning five decades. Matt Vee, along with cousins Jeff and Tommy Vee, both founders of The Killer Vees and sons of the legendary Bobby Vee, celebrate the music from a timeless catalog. As a Brill Building songwriter in the mid-1960's, Neil Diamond penned songs recorded by everyone from Elvis Presley to Deep Purple and, of course, the Monkee’s classic, I’m A Believer. “This is not a tribute show,” says Tommy Vee. “This is a celebration of an amazing musical icon, one we all love and respect.”
View all the exciting concerts happening at the Arts Center on our blog here.
Cost: $150.00
Looft Hall Room 022
Please register at least two weeks prior to the scheduled date. On that day, you'll attend a 4-hour review and Q&A session with the instructor, followed by the 2-hour certification exam. A ServSafe study guide will be mailed to your address on file upon registration. This is an independent study – ServSafe Manager course—students are expected to study the materials on their own in advance. The testing day includes a brief Q&A session and ends with the national certification exam. The course provides essential food safety knowledge for food handlers, covering topics such as foodborne illness, contamination, receiving and storing food, preparation, service, hygiene, sanitation, pest control, and inspections. It is ideal for those in restaurants, long-term care, assisted living, schools, food trucks, and small food businesses.
Bring your Adventure League character to the Library and play a new module!
Guidelines for creating an Adventure League character can be found at dndbeyond.com.
Lent is a season that makes space for self-reflection, simplicity, and honesty. It’s a time to examine our habits and spiritual disciplines and engage with God through the lens of our own “wilderness” experiences. We’ll encounter God through imaginative reading of scripture, prayer through art, contemplative silence, and more. No experience necessary - only an open mind and heart!
This is a free event. Click tickets by February 15 to reserve a spot.
Registration is required for this event.
Registration will open on January 7, 2026 @ 9AM
This event is for registrants grade 3rd Grade to 6th Grade.
Experiment with different ways to create art through motion.
We’ll blow, spin, splatter, and drag paint to create some exceptionally messy art, including a canvas piece to take home.
Please wear old clothes. Parents do not need to stay in the program room, but should remain in the building.
Cost: $180.00
This class is for those that were arrested for an OWI over the age of 18. Class is designed to help each person reduce risk for any type of alcohol or drug problem by helping them understand and accept the need to make necessary changes to reduce the risk for future problems. The class meets state requirements under sections 321J.2 and 321J.17, Subsection 2, and is open to anyone wishing to better understand their problem. Students with limited English proficiency must provide their own interpreter
Registration is required to attend this FREE event! Paint a trinket dish with us! Dishes have templates pre-painted on them; you get to do the fun part of adding color! For ages 18 and older.
We invite you to join us for a creative craft session! We will be learning how to make faux stained glass using paints, paper, frames, and your imagination.
These frames are perfect for decorating your home, office, or any space you choose.
Please note that registration is required for this event and opens on February 7th.
Do you love writing stories, poems, or fanfiction? Want a space to share your ideas, get feedback, and meet other creative teens? Join our Young Writers Workshop at the Council Bluffs Public Library! Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just getting started, this club is all about encouraging your creativity and helping your voice shine. Register today.
All country roads lead to Harmony Hill! Come join us for their debut at the B Side with all your favorite country hits! Named after a street right here in Council Bluffs. Harmony Hill offers the very best country hits to dance to or relax and just enjoy the entertainment. B-Side Bar on the 100 block is an exciting new venue. We hope you will come check it out!
Attention Music Lovers join us at the Whiskey Roadhouse for Western Sky! Doors and Bar open at 9PM with no cover fee!
For over 60 years, the Carden family has been bringing an astonishing and awe-inspiring show to people across the country. From amazing feats of athleticism with our aerial acrobats, to our magnificent elephants, beautiful camels and horses, and so much more entertainment for the entire family. Doors open 1 hour before show time. Purchase tickets online at Ticketmaster or stop by the MAC box office Monday-Friday, 12 PM to 5 PM.
Show dates and times:
February 20th 7 PM
February 21st 1 PM & 7 PM
February 22nd 3 PM
Ovation Dance Challenge is a competitive experience like none other, with a state-of-the-art sound system that provides professional-quality audio. Innovative set designs provide a one-of-a-kind backdrop for every performance venue—a multi-level competition experience for all dancers. We understand the specific needs of dance consumers and believe in providing outstanding service with integrity.
Sit & Stitch Sundays feel like the gentle exhale you didn’t know you were holding in. Picture yourself tucked into a warm corner of the orchard’s tasting room, yarn or thread in hand, spreading out your project bag like you’ve finally found your crafting sanctuary.
This isn’t a class, there’s no instructor, no pressure—just a cozy, welcoming space to work on whatever’s been calling your name while chatting with friends or striking up a conversation with someone new.
Bring your knitting, crochet, embroidery, quilting squares, or any half-finished project that’s been giving you the side-eye at home. Ask questions, trade tips, share patterns, or simply sit and stitch in companionable silence. It’s community in its softest form.
We also have a free box! Are you looking to clear out your excess yarn stash? Old patterns? Duplicate crochet hook or knitting needles? Fabric? Anything craft related! Bring it in & toss it in the box - feel free to look through for something you need!
School's in session! And by that we mean some killer local bands schooling you
We've got...
Midwest Depressed
Petty Beige
Fear Said
DIS
Doors at 6
Show at 7
$5 cover
18+
Cost: $125
The Iowa Driver Improvement Program (DIP) will examine attitudes and behavior in relation to driving. It will focus on teaching drivers how their behind the wheel attitude affects their driving behavior. Its purpose is to give participants an opportunity to reflect on their driving behavior and make a commitment to positively alter their daily driving experience. Please note, cancellations must follow IWCC Policy. If not followed, a rescheduling fee will be applied.
Join us at the library for an after-school activity on early-out Mondays. This weeks activities are Sand Art and DIY Trinket Dish.
Draw pictures by tracing shadows.
For kids in kindergarten to 6th Grade.
You can make more than just keychains with shrinky dinks! Try your hand at a variety of Shrinky Dink based crafts. This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.
For anyone that is interested in or loves French culture and language--this is the program for you! Join us as Jan Lund presents an overview of the city of Paris and discuss its abiding attraction to people from all over the world.
Jan Lund is a retired French professor at Creighton University and has lived, worked, and taken students on tours of Paris for 40 years. Come learn about the history, culture, and allure of Paris!
Join us for a half hour of musical fun with Lori Lynn!
For kids ages 5 years old and younger and an adult companion.
Join us for stories, songs, and fun!
Most appropriate for kids 5 and under and an adult companion.
The same theme repeats throughout the week.
Join us for stories, songs, and fun!
Most appropriate for kids 5 and under and an adult companion.
The same theme repeats throughout the week.
Join us for Storytime with Miss Meggie! Read stories, sing songs, play, and partake in other fun activities along the way!
You can make more than just keychains with shrinky dinks! Try your hand at a variety of Shrinky Dink based crafts. This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.
Music enthusiasts and learners alike are invited to this Strum-a-long with local musician and instructor Andre Vander Velde of Field Co. Creative. You will be guided in you pursuit of learning to play a string instrument, understanding chords, and coming together with other musicians to jam together in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Registration requested for this program.
Do you have general questions about your mobile device, computer or laptop? Do you want to set up an email address, but you’re not sure where to start? Would you like to learn how to download an eBook, audiobook, movie or music?
We’re here to help! Bring your laptop, tablet or phone with you.
So you want to write a book. Now what?! Join published author, writing coach, and creative novelist, Kris Sinclair and other local authors for a fun-filled writer’s discussion group.
A Work in Progress holds space for constructive brainstorming and is open to anyone who would like to share and discuss current works in progress to gain inspiration, swap ideas, and receive valuable feedback on the book you’ve been wanting to write.
Sign up to become part of this group to grow and develop writing skills that you can build on throughout the year.
Registration required.
Drop-In and explore toddler friendly art materials.
Wear old clothes we are going to be using paint.
This program is for kids ages 5 years old and younger and an adult companion.
You can make more than just keychains with shrinky dinks! Try your hand at a variety of Shrinky Dink based crafts. This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.
Learn about the history of hot chocolate and make hot chocolate spoons!
The Makerspace has sewing machines! Learn how to use the machine and sew a small project! All materials will be provided. (Colors may vary.)
Skills learned: basic sewing & pressing, how to install a KAM snap.
Sign up in advance for this program; space is very limited! Ages 14+ only.
THREE class times to choose from!
Upon completion of this class, you will be certified to check out the Janome Jem Gold Sewing Machine from the Makerspace!
Thank you to the Council Bluffs Public Library Foundation for supporting this program!
Come learn the key points of storycrafting and performance with Dirk Walker and Summer Kemp-Schlemmer in this 8-week workshop. We will talk about how great storytelling impacts our communities, brainstorm inspiring themes and craft our individual tales for small-group presentation.
Join us for stories, songs, and fun!
Most appropriate for kids 5 and under and an adult companion.
The same theme repeats throughout the week.
Join us for stories, songs, and fun!
Most appropriate for kids 5 and under and an adult companion.
The same theme repeats throughout the week.
Join us for Storytime with Miss Meggie! Read stories, sing songs, play, and partake in other fun activities along the way!
A speaker from Pottawattamie County Conservation will be sharing the ways local animals have adapted to live in Iowa.
Afterwards, there will be a hands-on activities for each age group (4-7, 8-11, 12-18).
Presentation begins promptly at 1 PM
You can make more than just keychains with shrinky dinks! Try your hand at a variety of Shrinky Dink based crafts. This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.
Join us for an evening filled with delicious pancakes, a fun silent auction, and kids' raffle prizes! Franklin Booster Club is hosting our annual Pancake Man Fundraiser to raise money for scholarships for local Council Bluffs TJ students that attended Franklin Elementary school so they can continue their education. Plates are $10 per adult, $8 per middle to high school, and $6 per elementary and younger. Keep your plate for unlimited pancakes!
Welcome to Medicare
A free seminar offered by the State of Iowa’s Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) and Connections Area Agency on Aging for Iowans who want to learn about Medicare.
Welcome to Medicare will cover Medicare Parts A & B benefits, prescription drug benefit (Part D), Medicare Advantage plans and Medicare supplement insurance.
Free and open to the public.
SHIIP is a service of the State of Iowa. It does not sell or promote any insurance companies, policies or agents.
The 746 Needlework Club meets the second and fourth Thursdays each month.
Needlework – Knitting, Crocheting, Embroidery – All skill levels welcome!
Please bring your own supplies.
Don't miss out on this amazing thought provoking evening with Dan Gish - this series of events is free to attend!
In this first installment of Stories the Earth Tells, Dan explores the Pleistocene Epoch, commonly known as the Ice Age. This talk unpacks the powerful geological and climatic forces that transformed continents, oceans, and ecosystems and whose fingerprints are still visible today.
Topics include:
Remarkable and often surprising Ice Age mammals
The climate history that led into and out of the Ice Age
Glacial rebound and how massive ice sheets reshaped the land
The mysterious Ancestral Bell River and its lost drainage system
Changes in the Gulf Stream current and their global implications
Through clear explanations and compelling stories from the field, Dan brings deep time into focus, revealing how events from tens of thousands of years ago continue to influence our modern world.
Dan is a geologist and geophysicist with 50+ years of global exploration & research.
Learn how to make custom a puzzle with our sublimation printer and heat press! Create your image, use the sublimation printer to print onto an 8 1/2″ x 11″ sheet, and head to our heat press to make your design a reality.
The Epson ET-2800 sublimation printer and HPN Signature Pro heat press are great tools to help you get started making custom apparel and other goods. Space is limited, so make sure to sign up for this new class today!
Join us for Karaoke Nights EVERY Thursday! While you are here enjoy our Thirsty Thursday special! Come ready to sing, eat, drink and have a great night!
Rainbow is dedicated to producing a high-quality dance event that creates rewarding experiences for dancers, teachers, and parents. Thousands of people of different ages, talents, and abilities share our stages. We seek to provide each of these performers with the opportunity to shine in a positive, rewarding, and exhilarating competition setting.
Hoff Fourth Friday is a monthly celebration of art, music, food, and community at the Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center. Enjoy gallery openings, pop-up restaurant, live music, hands-on activities, and creative energy throughout the Hoff. This week is sponsored by Black Hills Energy!
4-10PM >> McCormick's 1894 bar hours
5-8PM >> Pop-up Restaurant: Breeze Bakery
7-9PM >> LIVE Music: Turnin' Gears
6-9PM >> Art Gallery hours & Studio Artists hours
6:30PM >> Collegiate Art Exhibition Opening Night
Get ready for an unforgettable night at Jennie Edmundson Foundation's Dance to the Beat! This annual celebration combines music, fun, and community spirit to raise funds for uninsured and underinsured cardiac patients in southwest and western Iowa. Every ticket helps provide vital treatment, medication, rehabilitation, transportation, and even everyday living expenses for those in need.
The evening will feature live music by The Personics, a silent auction, delicious appetizers, a cash bar, and much more!
Grab your tickets now at jehfoundation.org or snag them at the door on event night. Tickets are $45 per person if purchased on or before February 6, 2026, and $50 thereafter.
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to make a difference in our community while enjoying a memorable night of music and fun!
View more about this event in our blog here.
It’s Fish Fry season! The Fish Fry will include dine-in as well as carry-out. The cost is $15 for adults and $7 for children ages 5-12, and under 5 are free.
MENU INCLUDES:
We will be raffling a Napoleon Rogue PRO-S 5-Burner Propane Grill, gill cover, grilling utensils and $500 Bertelsen Beef! Many thanks to Cutler-O’Neill Meyer Woodring for sponsoring the raffle items. Tickets will be on sale soon and cost $10 per ticket. They can be purchased in-person at the event or at the Parish Office. Winner
Game Nights are back on Fridays. Save your frantic cleaning to host guests at your place & move your game night to the orchard. Dust off your favorite board games and get ready to roll the dice!
Forget the chill outside—we're turning up the cozy factor indoors for evenings packed with friendly competition, great company, and snacks & drinks to indulge. Our doors are open for you to come enjoy yourself and ease into the weekend!
We have board games & cards available here to play, but you are more than welcome to bring your favorite game to enjoy...all ages are welcome!
Our kitchen (with limited menu) & bar will be open to serve you!
Attention Music Lovers join us at the Whiskey Roadhouse for Jason Mayer Band! Doors and Bar open at 9PM with no cover fee!
Rainbow is dedicated to producing a high-quality dance event that creates rewarding experiences for dancers, teachers, and parents. Thousands of people of different ages, talents, and abilities share our stages. We seek to provide each of these performers with the opportunity to shine in a positive, rewarding, and exhilarating competition setting.
Ski or snowboard after dark during Midnight Madness and experience a different kind of nightlife at Crescent Hill at Hitchcock.
Join us for unique crafts, local artists and family friendly atmosphere and support a great cause and local vendors.
Are you a home gardener or small grower dreaming of selling your produce at the farmers market? Local markets need more producers — and your garden could be part of the solution! Join us for an inspiring and practical workshop where experienced farmers and market vendors share how to take the next step — from backyard plots to market-ready production.
You’ll learn about:
Featured Speakers:
Join us for the grand opening of The Bias Society, a unique K-pop–inspired café unlike anything in the area. Proudly owned and operated by a husband-and-wife team alongside their three children, The Bias Society offers something for everyone.
We are your one-stop destination for specialty coffee, ice cream, freshly baked goods, and, of course, all things K-pop. To celebrate, the first 10 guests will receive complimentary swag bags.
Be sure to follow them on Facebook and Instagram @thebiassociety for the latest updates and announcements.
Join Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation at our newly donated Buresh property just outside of Crescent to help clear invasive honeysuckle and cedar and restore native habitat.
Winter is the perfect time to get outside: no bugs, no humidity, and no thick summer growth to battle. Enjoy the crisp air and the quiet beauty of the prairie.
This volunteer day offers a special peek into a place not usually open to the public — a gorgeous landscape tucked away in the Loess Hills.
Curious about pruning but not sure where to start? This hands-on pruning class is designed to build confidence, provide clear instruction, and equip participants with practical skills they can apply right away.
The two-hour class includes one hour of classroom-style learning covering pruning basics, timing, tools, and techniques, followed by one hour of guided, hands-on practice to reinforce those skills in a real-world setting.
Ideal for home gardeners, orchard enthusiasts, and anyone interested in understanding how and why proper pruning matters.
Class size is limited, and pre-registration is required. Participants are asked to bring their own pruners, nippers, or loppers, along with gloves.
Learn the art and science of pruning, then put your knowledge into practice with expert guidance.
A fancy night out for adults—perfect for date night, girls’ night, belated Valentine's, or a night with friends! It’s called Mom Prom, but it’s for EVERYONE! Moms, dads, singles, caregivers, grandparents, and friends are all invited to enjoy a fun, stylish night out together. Enjoy an evening of dancing, photos, drinks, and celebration! This event is open to ALL adults aged 21+.
Advanced Tickets: $25 per person
Day Of/Door Tickets: $30 per person (if available)
21+ adult-only event
Dress Code: Formal attire is optional. Come in your fanciest dress, your themed costumes, or however you’re comfortable. The goal is to have fun!
This event is proudly sponsored by LC PTA with proceeds supporting our school community. However, all in the broader CB community are welcome and encouraged to attend! We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Come hang with at The Dock as Nikki & Jeremy hit the stage for their first show with the band. This is the sound of us leveling up in 2026—and you’re invited.
Attention Music Lovers join us at the Whiskey Roadhouse for Roadhouse EDM Night! Doors and Bar open at 9PM with no cover fee!
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