Join us for a free dinner each Wednesday during March in our community room. Free-will offering accepted for various groups hosting. Stay for worship at 7 p.m. in our worship center using Holden Evening Prayer, by Marty Haugen. Come as you are. Be who you are!
Join us for the opening of our newest exhibit, "You’re Home: A History of Pottawattamie County," where you can experience some of the amazing pieces of historical artifacts found right in your backyard provided by Pioneer Trail museum, Walnut Creek Historical museum, Western Historic Trails museum, Squirrel Cage Jail museum, Rails West museum, Sweet Vale of Avoca museum and more! Opening night reception is a free event; space is limited, RSVP to save your seat.
After the opening night reception, "You're Home: A History of Pottawattamie County" will be on display from Mar 03-May 06, 2023, on Fridays from 6-9PM & Saturdays from12-4PM.
The National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) is hosting its annual wrestling championships at the Mid-America Center! This tournament brings in some of the top athletes from across the nation to compete. This event is open to the public and single-day tickets and tournament passes will be available to purchase.
We go to extraordinary lengths to provide the industry’s high-quality dance competitions in more than 40 locations across the country. All shows are held in family-friendly venues and feature custom-built stages that continue to be unmatched in the industry. Our goal is always to make every dancer feel special regardless of score, while also providing valuable and constructive feedback from our judges with years of professional industry experience. Each year we see over 50,000 dancers across our stages!
This is a great night for families! Come down together and enjoy our Friday nights as we transform The Hub into a night of cosmic fun! The lights will go down, the music will go up, and we will fire up lasers, black lights, disco balls, and more. This event includes open jump, glow-in-the-dark dodgeball, games, and giveaways! All ages are welcome! From 8:00- 10:30 pm!
It's that time of year again! Bring the family out for our annual Maple Tree Tap at Botna Bend Park in Hancock, Iowa. Participants will get an introduction to the basics of syrup making - from tapping the trees to bottling the final product. You'll even get to explore the syrup shack at Botna Bend and learn how we make this sweet, sticky treat for our annual Pancake Feed every fall. If temperatures are cooperative and the sap is flowing, you'll also have an opportunity to taste the fresh sap as it flows from a maple tree! This event will take place outside. Please dress for the weather, wear appropriate footwear, and be mindful of social distancing. Please register online to save your spot today! Registration is required to ensure we have enough supplies for participants. Just $3/person and free for kids ages three and younger.
The National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) is hosting its annual wrestling championships at the Mid-America Center! This tournament brings in some of the top athletes from across the nation to compete. This event is open to the public and single-day tickets and tournament passes will be available to purchase.
We go to extraordinary lengths to provide the industry’s high-quality dance competitions in more than 40 locations across the country. All shows are held in family-friendly venues and feature custom-built stages that continue to be unmatched in the industry. Our goal is always to make every dancer feel special regardless of score, while also providing valuable and constructive feedback from our judges with years of professional industry experience. Each year we see over 50,000 dancers across our stages!
Did you know Council Bluffs is a Bee City USA? We are and the Council Bluffs Public Library is celebrating pollinators! Please join us at the Library for our third annual Pollinator Palooza. Stop by and talk to local experts about bees, butterflies, native plants, and gardening. Participate in hands-on family activities, check out some seeds from the Prairie Rose Seed Library, and enjoy the music of the bluegrass band The Flatwater Drifters from 12:30-1:30 PM. This is an all-ages program and free to the public.
We go to extraordinary lengths to provide the industry’s high-quality dance competitions in more than 40 locations across the country. All shows are held in family-friendly venues and feature custom-built stages that continue to be unmatched in the industry. Our goal is always to make every dancer feel special regardless of score, while also providing valuable and constructive feedback from our judges with years of professional industry experience. Each year we see over 50,000 dancers across our stages!
Celebrating Women's History Month! Our Victorian ancestors had specific views on the “fairer sex”. They believed women were mentally and physically inferior to men, and that the only appropriate role for them was as wives and mothers. These attitudes also affected what doctors and women knew and believed about the female body. What effect did these views have on the personal lives of Victorian women? Learn the answer to this question and more, and discover what made Scarlett O’Hara such a “bad girl”. Who knows, you may find you’re one, too! Presented in person by Historian, Educator and Museum Specialist, Kathy Wilson of Historical Perspectives. This program is free and open to the public and has been made possible with help from the Council Bluffs Public Library Foundation.
Adult Board Game Night - bring a friend!
Come play new and classic board and card games. This group meets the first and 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 for a free dinner each Wednesday during March in our community room. Free-will offering accepted for various groups hosting. Stay for worship at 7 p.m. in our worship center using Holden Evening Prayer, by Marty Haugen. Come as you are. Be who you are!
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. This class is offered once each month and is free and open to the public.
As a leader in the competitive dance industry since 1988, we strive to provide a professional, organized, fairly judged and competitive atmosphere for today's aspiring dancers. We have helped shape the dance industry through many innovations in our competitive dance events, and are proud to continue to offer new and exciting experiences for our loyal clients as well as those new to the dance industry. Whether you have been a competitive dancer for years or are new to the competition world, we have an age group and level right for you!
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.
Feeling lucky? Stop by and make & take a Shamrock Treat Box!
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 Thursday each month and is free and open to the public.
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party™ is coming to Council Bluffs for the first time ever! Don’t miss the only opportunity to watch your favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks – Mega Wrex™, Tiger Shark™, Boneshaker™, Bigfoot®, and more, plus the all-new Gunkster™ – light up the floor in outrageous monster trucks competitions and battles. Event performances will also feature a dazzling dance party, spectacular laser light shows, and Hot Wheels toy giveaways. Plus, a special appearance from the car-eating, fire-breathing transforming robot MEGASAURUS, and the electrifying high-flyers of Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live, Freestyle Motocross! Special kids pricing is available for all shows providing a great value for the whole family!
March 10: Crash Zone Pre-Party 5 pm-6:15. Main Show 7:30 pm
March 11: (2 shows) Crash Zone Pre-Party 10 am-11:15. Main Show 12:30 pm & Crash Zone Pre-Party 5 pm-6:15. Main Show 7:30 pm
March 12: Crash Zone Pre-Party Noon-1:15 pm. Main Show 2:30 pm
The Council Bluffs & Omaha Pickleball Showcase is a three-day tournament featuring mixed doubles, men's doubles, women's doubles, men's singles, women's singles, men's skinny singles, and women's skinny singles for players from all over the region. For registration and more information visit www.cboshowcase.com. This event is a collaboration of the Council Bluffs Parks and Recreation Department, Council Bluffs Area Pickleball, and Pickleball Omaha.
As a leader in the competitive dance industry since 1988, we strive to provide a professional, organized, fairly judged and competitive atmosphere for today's aspiring dancers. We have helped shape the dance industry through many innovations in our competitive dance events, and are proud to continue to offer new and exciting experiences for our loyal clients as well as those new to the dance industry. Whether you have been a competitive dancer for years or are new to the competition world, we have an age group and level right for you!
Come grab a drink, some snacks, and a cozy little table in our cabaret "night club". Join us for a relaxing evening that showcases our talented IWCC singers and our own Reiver Jazz Ensemble.
Into the Woods Book by James Lapine Music and Lyrics By Stephen Sondheim. March 10-12 & 17-19, 2023
The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party™ is coming to Council Bluffs for the first time ever! Don’t miss the only opportunity to watch your favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks – Mega Wrex™, Tiger Shark™, Boneshaker™, Bigfoot®, and more, plus the all-new Gunkster™ – light up the floor in outrageous monster trucks competitions and battles. Event performances will also feature a dazzling dance party, spectacular laser light shows, and Hot Wheels toy giveaways. Plus, a special appearance from the car-eating, fire-breathing transforming robot MEGASAURUS, and the electrifying high-flyers of Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live, Freestyle Motocross! Special kids pricing is available for all shows providing a great value for the whole family!
March 10: Crash Zone Pre-Party 5 pm-6:15. Main Show 7:30 pm
March 11: (2 shows) Crash Zone Pre-Party 10 am-11:15. Main Show 12:30 pm & Crash Zone Pre-Party 5 pm-6:15. Main Show 7:30 pm
March 12: Crash Zone Pre-Party Noon-1:15 pm. Main Show 2:30 pm
The 11th Annual Shamrock Shuffle, presented by TS Bank, will be held Saturday, March 11, 2022. The event consists of a chip-timed 5k, children’s 200-meter Leprechaun Chase fun run, and outdoor party with activities, live music, local eats… all with the purpose of bringing people together to have fun and support the community. This festive race winds through historic downtown Council Bluffs, with the start and finish line located on the Historic 100 Block. We encourage St. Patrick’s Day attire to fit the shamrock-themed 5k. The Shamrock Shuffle welcomes participants of all ability levels, from runners who are beginning their annual running and fitness regimen to seasoned veterans, so call your friends, bring your family and join us for the best event on this side of the rainbow!
The Council Bluffs & Omaha Pickleball Showcase is a three-day tournament featuring mixed doubles, men's doubles, women's doubles, men's singles, women's singles, men's skinny singles, and women's skinny singles for players from all over the region. For registration and more information visit www.cboshowcase.com. This event is a collaboration of the Council Bluffs Parks and Recreation Department, Council Bluffs Area Pickleball, and Pickleball Omaha.
As a leader in the competitive dance industry since 1988, we strive to provide a professional, organized, fairly judged and competitive atmosphere for today's aspiring dancers. We have helped shape the dance industry through many innovations in our competitive dance events, and are proud to continue to offer new and exciting experiences for our loyal clients as well as those new to the dance industry. Whether you have been a competitive dancer for years or are new to the competition world, we have an age group and level right for you!
Join us & celebrated educator Ron Cisar for the first full session of our 2023 season of "A Land Ethic Workshop." This program 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. $15/person. Ages 14+. Our March program participants will enjoy a full morning of instruction & learning, including
- Waterfowl identification study
- An introduction to Iowa's Loess Hills
- A reading & discussion of Aldo Leopold's essay "Geese Return"
- An introduction to nature journaling
-How to make a Leopold Bench
- March Nature Calendar (phenology)
- Each month will include a look at Mother Nature's Calendar to help familiarize you with natural changes you can look for throughout the year and will finish out in true Leopold tradition, with a song.
Start thinking spring with our 2023 Open House! We will have plenty of new items available to shop, free kids' activities, a clown and balloon animals (11 AM- 1 PM), and more!
Bring your family and friends for a great day at the garden center!
Josh Daniels will be performing a gospel music show on Saturday, March 11, from 2 to 4:30 at Epworth United Methodist Church. Josh is an award-winning recording artist from Missouri who has entertained people in venues from northern Minnesota to southern Texas and from Illinois to Nevada. Josh's smooth, powerful baritone voice delights audiences wherever he performs! The gospel music will begin at 2 PM for 45 minutes, followed by a short intermission with light snacks; then another 45-60 minutes of music A free-will donation will be collected for the show.
Into the Woods Book by James Lapine Music and Lyrics By Stephen Sondheim. March 10-12 & 17-19, 2023
The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.
Drop the kids off every other Saturday night as we transform The Hub into nights of cosmic fun! The lights go down, the music goes up, while we fire up lasers, black-lights, disco balls, and fog machines. These weekend events include open jump, glow-in-the-dark dodgeball, games, and giveaways! Memberships will be verified upon check-in, $20 entrance fee for members. $25 for a regular ticket
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party™ is coming to Council Bluffs for the first time ever! Don’t miss the only opportunity to watch your favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks – Mega Wrex™, Tiger Shark™, Boneshaker™, Bigfoot®, and more, plus the all-new Gunkster™ – light up the floor in outrageous monster trucks competitions and battles. Event performances will also feature a dazzling dance party, spectacular laser light shows, and Hot Wheels toy giveaways. Plus, a special appearance from the car-eating, fire-breathing transforming robot MEGASAURUS, and the electrifying high-flyers of Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live, Freestyle Motocross! Special kids pricing is available for all shows providing a great value for the whole family!
March 10: Crash Zone Pre-Party 5 pm-6:15. Main Show 7:30 pm
March 11: (2 shows) Crash Zone Pre-Party 10 am-11:15. Main Show 12:30 pm & Crash Zone Pre-Party 5 pm-6:15. Main Show 7:30 pm
March 12: Crash Zone Pre-Party Noon-1:15 pm. Main Show 2:30 pm
The Council Bluffs & Omaha Pickleball Showcase is a three-day tournament featuring mixed doubles, men's doubles, women's doubles, men's singles, women's singles, men's skinny singles, and women's skinny singles for players from all over the region. For registration and more information visit www.cboshowcase.com. This event is a collaboration of the Council Bluffs Parks and Recreation Department, Council Bluffs Area Pickleball, and Pickleball Omaha.
As a leader in the competitive dance industry since 1988, we strive to provide a professional, organized, fairly judged and competitive atmosphere for today's aspiring dancers. We have helped shape the dance industry through many innovations in our competitive dance events, and are proud to continue to offer new and exciting experiences for our loyal clients as well as those new to the dance industry. Whether you have been a competitive dancer for years or are new to the competition world, we have an age group and level right for you!
Into the Woods Book by James Lapine Music and Lyrics By Stephen Sondheim. March 10-12 & 17-19, 2023
The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.
The City Planning Commission advises the City Council on matters of zoning, subdivision, development, and comprehensive planning for the City.
Celebrating One Community Reads! Holly Goldberg Sloan is a New York Times bestselling novelist. She has written eight novels for young people, including “Counting By 7s”, which is an E. B. White honor book, has been nominated for 44 state reading awards, and has sold over one million copies in the United States. This event is free and open to the public and has been made possible through funding from the Council Bluffs Public Library Foundation.
Join the CB Chamber and CB Ambassadors to celebrate the ribbon cutting for IceCap Cold Storage. The ribbon cutting taking place at 4:00 pm.
Join us for a free dinner each Wednesday during March in our community room. Free-will offering accepted for various groups hosting. Stay for worship at 7 p.m. in our worship center using Holden Evening Prayer, by Marty Haugen. Come as you are. Be who you are!
Celebrating One Community Reads! Invite nature into your own backyard, grow beautiful pollinator and bird habitat and support native plants and ecosystems by joining us for our Gardening for Diversity series! Perfect for beginning gardeners and anyone who is interested in supporting native plantings in their outdoor spaces, Gardening for Diversity will give you the confidence and background knowledge you need to grow a beautiful native garden that supports local wildlife and provides other great benefits for you and your community! Participants can pick and choose which sessions they would like to attend, but we recommend attending as many as possible to ensure you build a strong foundational knowledge. This year the program is free. Ages 14+ please. Online pre-registration is required as space is limited. For questions not answered online, please call 712-545-3283.
This is a North American Tournament .Adults (age 17-49) are able to compete. Class A is an Open Division, meaning fighters that have competed in 'pro' rules can compete in the A Division. No monetary compensation will be paid, and Amateur Rules will be followed. Brackets for this event are limited to 8 fighters. Class A Finals are true, 5 round title fights. Class B & C Finals are modified 3 round title fights. Weigh ins/Check ins will take place on Thursday, March 16th. Elimination bouts will begin on Friday and end on Saturday allowing everyone to travel on Sunday. Championship Bouts will begin Saturday afternoon.
This is free and open to everyone in our community. All walks start at 10:30 am. Walks are 30-90 minutes and vary in intensity (easy, moderate, hard), depending on location. You can shorten your walk to suit your schedule. Please check the AllTrails app/website for distance, terrain, and difficulty level. Some walks are actually hiking adventures through the natural areas in and around Council Bluffs. As with any new fitness program, please consult with a physician prior to attending and assume full responsibility for any risks, injuries, or damages, known or unknown, that might result from participating in this program.
“The Hoovers and Mining” explores the role Herbert and Lou Henry Hoover played in the mining industry, including their translation of a book in Latin cataloguing the state of the art of mining, refining, and smelting metals, published in 1556. About the Speaker: Elizabeth Dinchel is the director of the National Mining Hall of Fame in Colorado. She was previously the education archivist at the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum and has vast knowledge on both subjects. This virtual program is free and open to the public. Join us in Room D or visit our website to pre-register to view it from home with ZOOM.
CultureALL Ambassador, Anastasia Addington will share the culture and traditions of Ukraine. Anastasia is originally from Kiev, Ukraine, and migrated to Russia when she was two years old. Both cultures are dear to her heart. She is passionate about learning languages and cultures, and has enjoyed immersing herself in Iowa's multicultural communities. CultureALL is an Iowa-based non-profit that involves Iowans of all ages in learning about world cultures. CultureALL believes that sharing the cultural richness of our community with others will elevate our community and the quality of life for all. This program is free and open to the public and was made possible with help from the Council Bluffs Public Library Foundation.
Join us for a special St. Patrick's Day pop-up restaurant featuring meals from Chef Around the Block, Veg.Edible and KirbKakes Bakery. We will also have some Irish-themed crafts that evening for adults and kids!
The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association will bring top professional contestants from across the country to compete in seven action-packed events as they try to qualify for the Wrangler National Finals in Las Vegas, Nevada. Each performance matches the sport’s toughest athletes against the Award-Winning Stock of Mosbrucker Rodeos on the roughest playing field in America. Each night you will be at the edge of your seat with the most intense, bone-jarring 2 hours in sports — 8 seconds at a time. Professional cowboys and cowgirls will compete in Bareback Riding, Tie Down Roping, Saddle Bronc Riding, Steer Wrestling, Ladies WPRA Barrel Racing, Team Roping, and Bull Riding. The event starts at 7:30 pm each night.
This is a North American Tournament .Adults (age 17-49) are able to compete. Class A is an Open Division, meaning fighters that have competed in 'pro' rules can compete in the A Division. No monetary compensation will be paid, and Amateur Rules will be followed. Brackets for this event are limited to 8 fighters. Class A Finals are true, 5 round title fights. Class B & C Finals are modified 3 round title fights. Weigh ins/Check ins will take place on Thursday, March 16th. Elimination bouts will begin on Friday and end on Saturday allowing everyone to travel on Sunday. Championship Bouts will begin Saturday afternoon.
Ovation Dance Challenge is a competitive experience unlike anything else!
Join PACE for a St Patrick’s Day celebration with Paint a Pint! Acknowledging that this holiday is not strictly about drinking, we want to welcome a new way of enjoying your favorite green beverages, and celebrating the tradition of honoring Saint Patrick. Paint your pint glass with us here at PACE!
**Free Drink Included with Ticket***
Register Now! $10 Members & $15 Non-members. 21+ event
Join PACE this Saint Patrick's Day in creating a charm to help you with your creative magic and luck! We welcome young and not so young artists to create a beautiful charm keychain, bracelet, anklet, necklace, or whatever your heart desires!
***Small pieces - children under 7 much be supervised by an adult. Register now for this fun all ages event!
Dallas String Quartet (DSQ) is an international music sensation that plays a fusion of contemporary classical and pop music. DSQ is referred to as “Bach meets Bon Jovi” and compared to artists like Lindsey Stirling, Vitamin String Quartet and 2Cellos. They use both traditional and electric string instruments performing as a quartet with the full accompaniment of drums and guitar and are known for their eclectic renditions of anything from Guns N’ Roses “Sweet Child of Mine” to Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello’s “Señorita.” In addition to performing internationally, DSQ had played “at home” for Presidents Bush and Obama, the College Football Playoff and for the NBA and NFL. DSQ has sold out concert venues like the House of Blues and symphony halls alike. They have played alongside the likes of Josh Groban, Chicago, and the Trans-Siberian Orchestra and recently played for the wedding of Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani.
Into the Woods Book by James Lapine Music and Lyrics By Stephen Sondheim. March 10-12 & 17-19, 2023
The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.
The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association will bring top professional contestants from across the country to compete in seven action-packed events as they try to qualify for the Wrangler National Finals in Las Vegas, Nevada. Each performance matches the sport’s toughest athletes against the Award-Winning Stock of Mosbrucker Rodeos on the roughest playing field in America. Each night you will be at the edge of your seat with the most intense, bone-jarring 2 hours in sports — 8 seconds at a time. Professional cowboys and cowgirls will compete in Bareback Riding, Tie Down Roping, Saddle Bronc Riding, Steer Wrestling, Ladies WPRA Barrel Racing, Team Roping, and Bull Riding. The event starts at 7:30 pm each night.
This is a North American Tournament .Adults (age 17-49) are able to compete. Class A is an Open Division, meaning fighters that have competed in 'pro' rules can compete in the A Division. No monetary compensation will be paid, and Amateur Rules will be followed. Brackets for this event are limited to 8 fighters. Class A Finals are true, 5 round title fights. Class B & C Finals are modified 3 round title fights. Weigh ins/Check ins will take place on Thursday, March 16th. Elimination bouts will begin on Friday and end on Saturday allowing everyone to travel on Sunday. Championship Bouts will begin Saturday afternoon.
Ovation Dance Challenge is a competitive experience unlike anything else!
Come to Caddy’s for Drag Yourself to Brunch every third Saturday or the month. We offer two shows, the first one starts at 10am, and the second starting at 1pm. Please call for reservations. We do offer a few walk in tables, but reservations are recommended.
Sign up your young inspiring chefs for another Youth Culinary Class at the Hoff. 7-12-year-olds will learn proper food prepping and cleaning skills while learning cooking and baking techniques. Register now!
Showing: Ticket to Paradise A man and his ex-wife race to Bali, Indonesia, to stop their daughter from marrying a seaweed farmer. As they desperately try to sabotage the wedding, the bickering duo soon find themselves rekindling old feelings that once made them happy together. ~ 2022 ~ Rated PG-13 ~ 1 hour, 44 minutes This event is free and open to the public. Popcorn included!
Into the Woods Book by James Lapine Music and Lyrics By Stephen Sondheim. March 10-12 & 17-19, 2023
The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.
Ovation Dance Challenge is a competitive experience unlike anything else!
Into the Woods Book by James Lapine Music and Lyrics By Stephen Sondheim. March 10-12 & 17-19, 2023
The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.
We would like to invite you to come see our classrooms, meet our teachers, staff and learn about our program! Bring a friend!
Coloring can have a calming effect on the mind and promote overall wellness. 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!
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.
Adult Board Game Night - bring a friend!
Come play new and classic board and card games. This group meets the first and 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.
Celebrating One Community Reads! Worms are squirmy, worms are slimy, and worms are amazing! Come learn about the wonderful world of worms and watch worms at work with a naturalist from Pottawattamie Conservation. This program is free and open to the public.
Join us for a free dinner each Wednesday during March in our community room. Free-will offering accepted for various groups hosting. Stay for worship at 7 p.m. in our worship center using Holden Evening Prayer, by Marty Haugen. Come as you are. Be who you are!
This is free and open to everyone in our community. All walks start at 10:30 am. Walks are 30-90 minutes and vary in intensity (easy, moderate, hard), depending on location. You can shorten your walk to suit your schedule. Please check the AllTrails app/website for distance, terrain, and difficulty level. Some walks are actually hiking adventures through the natural areas in and around Council Bluffs. As with any new fitness program, please consult with a physician prior to attending and assume full responsibility for any risks, injuries, or damages, known or unknown, that might result from participating in this program.
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.
Nebraska USA Wrestling (Nebraska Kids Wrestling Federation) is a non-profit organization that promotes amateur wrestling to all Nebraska wrestlers, from little kids to adults. NEUSAW educates, promotes, and structures wrestling in both collegiate and international styles.
March 24th Friday- Weigh-ins from 4:00 pm to 8:30 pm
March 25th Saturday - Doors open at 6:30 am, and wrestling begins at 8:00 am - 5:30 pm approximately.
March 26th Sunday- Doors open at 6:30 am, and wrestling begins at 8:00 am - 2:30 pm approximately.
Join us for our Hoff Fourth Friday pop-up restaurant featuring a dinner provided by Chef Around the Block.
Join PACE at this month’s speaker series with Payge Japp. She will look at women in the workplace in our contemporary timeline. She has been conducting research looking into what women local to our own home have been faced with today. Payge Japp is a MA/Ph.D. student in the Industrial Organizational Psychology problem at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO). She earned a BS in Psychology in 2019 from UNO. Payge’s research interests include individual and team creativity, malevolent creativity, and creative problem-solving. Additionally, Payge has devoted much time to researching gender differences and gender biases in the workplace.
Come down to the Hoff for our Fourth Friday festivities for some great local music with Matt Whipkey. Come support local music and enjoy some delicious food and drinks at McCormick's 1894 Bar
Nebraska USA Wrestling (Nebraska Kids Wrestling Federation) is a non-profit organization that promotes amateur wrestling to all Nebraska wrestlers, from little kids to adults. NEUSAW educates, promotes, and structures wrestling in both collegiate and international styles.
March 24th Friday- Weigh-ins from 4:00 pm to 8:30 pm
March 25th Saturday - Doors open at 6:30 am, and wrestling begins at 8:00 am - 5:30 pm approximately.
March 26th Sunday- Doors open at 6:30 am, and wrestling begins at 8:00 am - 2:30 pm approximately.
Bring your Adventure League character to the Library and play the module 'Defiance in Phlan' (Adventure Code: DDEX1-1). Guidelines for creating an Adventure League character can be found at dndbeyond.com. Space is limited - Contact the Reference Desk at 712-323-7553, to sign up!
Once again, Tri-Center Scholarship Foundation is holding its theme luncheon after a three year hiatus due to Covid-19. Hosts/hostesses decorate a table with their own theme. Guests sit at the decorated tables to enjoy a lunch of Turkey salad on croissant, mixed lettuce salad, apricot fruit salad, and dessert. Coffee/tea and water are also provided. The cost is $15.00 per person. All proceeds go to merit based scholarships for qualifying seniors at Tri-Center Scholarship Foundation and renewal scholarships for qualified graduates for their second year of post-secondary education. The doors open at 10:00 a.m. and lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. Reservations are required for attendance.
Celebrating One Community Reads! You'll dig this delicious activity while learning all about soil! When you're done, play garden-themed BINGO and win prizes while you eat your dirt! This program is free and open to the public.
Celebrating One Community Reads! Give your mind a moment of bliss with your own micro sand garden! Available for patrons in the 6 -12th grades while supplies last.
Nebraska USA Wrestling (Nebraska Kids Wrestling Federation) is a non-profit organization that promotes amateur wrestling to all Nebraska wrestlers, from little kids to adults. NEUSAW educates, promotes, and structures wrestling in both collegiate and international styles.
March 24th Friday- Weigh-ins from 4:00 pm to 8:30 pm
March 25th Saturday - Doors open at 6:30 am, and wrestling begins at 8:00 am - 5:30 pm approximately.
March 26th Sunday- Doors open at 6:30 am, and wrestling begins at 8:00 am - 2:30 pm approximately.
The Palace Event Center is hosting its annual Spring Craft show! Come out and shop for local and handmade products. Admission is a free-will donation.
One day only. Two interactive exhibits and educational opportunities in one place. Open to the public. Admission is provided at no charge. No registration is needed. The exhibits are rated PG-13 due to some mature content.
Hours: 8:00 AM—6:00 PM
Closed for a Private Viewing: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
The Lisa Project is a unique multi-sensory exhibit experience allowing the visitor to hear, see and experience the reality of the world of child abuse. Through audio narration from a child’s perspective, visitors are guided room by room through scenarios depicting abuse. This experience is fully immersing each guest into the world that these children face on a daily basis. After touring, tour the We Can Exhibit and join us for a Be The One to Say We Can Workshop. This exhibit and workshops help guests to identify steps to support children and families- through supporting a family under stress, promoting self-care, and building protective factors. We can all make a difference.
Please consider ordering off the Together We Care Menu options for the CB Walk to receive 50% of the sales back to our fundraising efforts. The five options are: Three-Cheese Chicken Penne, Fiesta Lime Chicken, Classic Bacon Cheeseburger, Chicken Tenders Platter, and Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad. You can order this to-go or dine in! Please help us share this event, post it on your pages, in your work areas and visit http://act.alz.org/CBWalk if you would like to contribute to the CB Walk 9.23.23 if you cannot attend the give back day!
Thinking of starting a business? This is a free 2-hour rapid-fire course providing important steps in starting a business.
Celebrating One Community Reads! You can eat healthy and stick to a tight grocery budget. With a little planning, savvy shopping, and tasty recipes to cook at home, you’ll be well on your way! Presented by the West Pottawattamie County Extension. This program is free and open to the public.
Join us for a free dinner each Wednesday during March in our community room. Free-will offering accepted for various groups hosting. Stay for worship at 7 p.m. in our worship center using Holden Evening Prayer, by Marty Haugen. Come as you are. Be who you are!
Talent On Parade has become a source for changing lives for the better through its many programs. Although traditional dance competition is our foundation, we are so much more than that now. Talent On Parade is a year around dance education, performance, and training company. We host dance competitions in the first half of the year, dance camps in the summer, workshops in the fall, and specialty events throughout.
PrimeTime Dance was launched in 2006 with the idea that every competition can have the excitement and fun of a national finals! Bringing the professional hosting and event management experience developed at Showbiz since 1988, and combining it with our PrimeTime Live Finals, we have developed a unique competition that is fun for students of all levels.
This is free and open to everyone in our community. All walks start at 10:30 am. Walks are approximately 60 minutes and vary in intensity (easy, moderate, hard), depending on location. You can shorten your walk to suit your schedule. Please check the AllTrails app/website for distance, terrain, and difficulty level. Some walks are actually hiking adventures through the natural areas in and around Council Bluffs. As with any new fitness program, please consult with a physician prior to attending and assume full responsibility for any risks, injuries, or damages, known or unknown, that might result from participating in this program.
The U.S. Small Business Administration’s Iowa and Nebraska District Offices will be hosting a workshop for veteran business owners that provides information on the new Veteran Owned Small Business certification process, access to surplus property, financing opportunities and online educational resources specific for veteran business owners. This is an opportunity for veteran business owners and/or spouses of veteran business owners to network with each other and get expert updates on important SBA certification programs. Attendees will also be given the opportunity to share their business or business concept along with thoughts, ideas, and suggestions with the goal of making connections with others who have faced, or may be experiencing, similar issues in starting and growing veteran-owned small businesses in Iowa or Nebraska. Registration is required.
Join Farmer’s Market vendors from Gardens on the Glen, 3 Bees Farm, and Stephen’s as they discuss community and small space gardening, seed sharing, general garden tips and tricks, and more! This event is free and open to the public.
To commemorate Iowa’s 175th year of statehood, the State Historical Society of Iowa invites you to take a deep dive into some of the best books about Iowa’s fascinating history. Join Andrew Klumpp, editor of The Annals of Iowa, and a guest author for a lively, online discussion about each book.
This is a virtual event. View with us in Meeting Room D, or pre-register from our website to view it from home via Zoom. Books are available at the Reference desk.
Book for December - “The Good Country: a History of the American Midwest: 1800-1900" by John Lauck. Hosted by Andrew Klumpp and the author.
Talent On Parade has become a source for changing lives for the better through its many programs. Although traditional dance competition is our foundation, we are so much more than that now. Talent On Parade is a year around dance education, performance, and training company. We host dance competitions in the first half of the year, dance camps in the summer, workshops in the fall, and specialty events throughout.
PrimeTime Dance was launched in 2006 with the idea that every competition can have the excitement and fun of a national finals! Bringing the professional hosting and event management experience developed at Showbiz since 1988, and combining it with our PrimeTime Live Finals, we have developed a unique competition that is fun for students of all levels.
The U.S. Small Business Administration’s Iowa and Nebraska District Offices will be hosting a special session of its Stellar Women Achieving Greatness (SWAG) roundtable and networking opportunity for women veterans and entrepreneurs in Council Bluffs. SWAG offers these women the opportunity to meet, connect with and provide mutual support to each other. Attendees will be given the opportunity to share their business or business concept along with thoughts, ideas, and suggestions with the goal of making connections with others who have faced, or may be experiencing, similar issues in starting and growing a woman-owned small business in Iowa or Nebraska. SWAG is casual, but registration is required. Attendees are welcome to stay for the entire time or come and go as their schedule permits. Limited space – please register
Test your fairy tale knowledge this special Fifth Friday at PACE! We will dive into the roots of fairy tales - your Disney knowledge may prove useful, but your Grimm fairy knowledge may win the night! Fables and Folklore are a mystery to some, but not to you! Join us on March 31st for Trivia Night!
Grist Mill's first production of 2023! Come enjoy Neil Simon's "Fools" on March 31 or April 1 at 7:30 pm or April 2 at 2:00 pm! Call 712-486-2216 and leave a message for reservations - visit our website for seating options and availability!
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