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!
The Union Pacific Museum will be running Holiday Model Trains from now until after the New Year!
Stop by to run the train, learn about model railroading, or just to watch the trains chug along!
The Union Pacific Museum will be running Holiday Model Trains from now until after the New Year!
Stop by to run the train, learn about model railroading, or just to watch the trains chug along!
Ski or snowboard after dark during Midnight Madness and experience a different kind of nightlife at Crescent Hill at Hitchcock.
Join us for a full-throttle night of British Heavy Metal! Up the Irons – the ultimate tribute to Iron Maiden – hits the stage with special guests Screaming Vengeance, Des Moines’ premier Judas Priest tribute.
$10 at the door
Get ready for a high-energy, loud-and-proud night of heavy metal you won’t forget. Up the Irons!
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 that one 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’ll keep the warm comforts flowing: hot coffee, apple cider, soups simmering, and—should your creativity enjoy a little extra sparkle—a glass of wine waiting at the bar.
Get creative and make your own textured canvas art using an assortment of colorful tissue paper. This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last. Part of our Winter Reading Programming Series.
You are invited to this American history presentation by historian, professor, and author Don Hickey.
This program will look at the nation’s twelve major wars and for each conflict examines American war aims and war plans, whether there was any domestic opposition, and what the outcome and the legacy were. A great program for those interested in American and military history.
Free and open to the public.
Get creative and make your own textured canvas art using an assortment of colorful tissue paper. This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last. Part of our Winter Reading Programming Series.
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.
Get creative and make your own textured canvas art using an assortment of colorful tissue paper. This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last. Part of our Winter Reading Programming Series.
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.
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.***
Get creative and make your own textured canvas art using an assortment of colorful tissue paper. This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last. Part of our Winter Reading Programming Series.
Kick off your business ideas in the library! In this first session of the Teen Startup Series, teen entrepreneurs are invited to tour the library's makerspace and explore tools you can use to bring your products and projects to life. We'll spotlight sublimation crafting to show how this versatile process can help you create professional-looking merchandise. Perfect for teen makers, creatives, and future business owners.
This is intended for a teen audience.
We are gathering experts in senior care for an informal evening of questions, information and resources for this quarterly informational series.
In January, join our expert, Tasha Jones from Connections Area Agency on Aging as she presents on the topic of Elder Abuse and Fraud Prevention Tips and Tricks. She will also take questions from the audience.
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.
Cozy up at the orchard for a winter evening of creativity and good vibes. Andre Vander Velde will guide you step-by-step to paint a seasonal scene—perfect for beginners and seasoned painters alike. All ages are welcome!
Bring a friend, order a warm drink, and leave with a winter masterpiece to display at home. This guided class is led step-by-step by instructor and local artist Andre Vander Velde of Field Co Creative.
Ready to unwind and channel the winter season? Grab your seat today and come paint with us at the orchard!
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.
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!
Attendees can enjoy huge savings with exclusive show-only deals from trusted local experts, watch live demonstrations to see new products in action, and enter exciting giveaways throughout the weekend. It’s the perfect one-stop event to meet top contractors, designers, and remodelers all in one place. Interested in exhibiting? Call 319-666-HOME. For more information, visit councilbluffshomeshow.com
Friday: 12 PM – 6 PM
Saturday: 10 AM – 5 PM
Sunday: 11 AM – 4 PM
View more information about this event in our blog here.
If you love books, this is the event for you! Join us at the HOFF as we meet and read with fellow book lovers. There are no assigned readings or deadlines - you just read what you bring!
Readers of all types are welcome! Audiobook readers, please bring headphones. Tip: If you find outside noise distracting, like people entering the building, bring headphones!
There is time before and after the silent reading hour to converse or extend your reading time. Perhaps you’ll walk away with a suggestion or two for future reading.
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!
Garden Bed Planning with Tom O’Brien, owner of Gardens on Glen, is an engaging and informative class designed to help gardeners of all levels maximize their growing space and harvest potential. Participants will learn how to design efficient garden layouts through proper plant spacing, explore the benefits of companion planting for natural pest control and soil health, and understand the principles of crop rotation to maintain long-term fertility. Using visual aids and real-world examples, Tom will guide attendees through practical strategies for creating productive, sustainable garden beds. This session encourages questions and discussion, offering participants personalized insights for planning their own thriving backyard gardens.
Attendees can enjoy huge savings with exclusive show-only deals from trusted local experts, watch live demonstrations to see new products in action, and enter exciting giveaways throughout the weekend. It’s the perfect one-stop event to meet top contractors, designers, and remodelers all in one place. Interested in exhibiting? Call 319-666-HOME. For more information, visit councilbluffshomeshow.com
Friday: 12 PM – 6 PM
Saturday: 10 AM – 5 PM
Sunday: 11 AM – 4 PM
View more information about this event in our blog here.
Let's slow down the whirling pace of modern life and realign with the cadence of Mother Nature. Things we'll be reflecting on during this winter program: Simplicity & Turning Inward.
Each Meander & Gander program will take place outdoors, be seasonally focused, and include a moderate hike, guided meditation, breathwork, and time for reflection. No prior experience necessary.
Suggested to bring this winter session: notebook or journal, insulated mug, a blanket & camp chair, and weather-appropriate attire.
About Your Presenter: Lindsay Knieper
Lindsay Knieper is a longtime student and teacher of movement and mindfulness practices. She aspires to support others on their journeys of self-discovery and connection as an instructor of Mindfulness Meditation and Yoga at the University of Nebraska Omaha. When she’s not teaching, you'll find Lindsay hiking, camping, howling at the moon, and sitting around the fire with her husband and their two wildlings.
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.
Registration is required for this event.
Registration will open on December 10, 2025 @ 9AM
This event is for registrants grade 4th Grade to 6th Grade.
Learn the basics of cross-stitch and create your first cross-stitch piece.
Adults must remain in the library.
Drop in painting - it's a new, uninhibited way to tap into your creative side here at the orchard with no pressure!
Pay $15 at the register & we provide you with an 8x10 canvas board, an easel, & the materials to use to let your creativity run wild! Whether you want to paint or just sketch a masterpiece to finish later - this is your time to let loose!
Take your seat to enjoy a peaceful moment of creativity alone or a memorable time with your friends!
*This drop in will run while supplies last. No pre-registration required, please call ahead if you want to guarantee available supplies.*
Join us for this Saturday craft to create your own vision board and kick off the new year with a clear vision!
A vision board is a powerful tool to visualize your dreams and goals, fostering positivity and motivation. We'll provide all the necessary materials, allowing you to be as creative and detailed as you wish. Many successful individuals, including Oprah Winfrey and Reese Witherspoon, have used vision boards to help manifest their aspirations.
Sign up today to map out a positive 2026 with us!
Rock out with Taxi Driver! High-energy live music, great vibes, and a free drink with cover—grab your friends and make it a night to remember.
Attendees can enjoy huge savings with exclusive show-only deals from trusted local experts, watch live demonstrations to see new products in action, and enter exciting giveaways throughout the weekend. It’s the perfect one-stop event to meet top contractors, designers, and remodelers all in one place. Interested in exhibiting? Call 319-666-HOME. For more information, visit councilbluffshomeshow.com
Friday: 12 PM – 6 PM
Saturday: 10 AM – 5 PM
Sunday: 11 AM – 4 PM
View more information about this event in our blog here.
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 that one 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’ll keep the warm comforts flowing: hot coffee, apple cider, soups simmering, and—should your creativity enjoy a little extra sparkle—a glass of wine waiting at the bar.
Meet us at the Council Bluffs Public Library for a short walk over to the old Carnegie library, now the home of the Union Pacific Railroad Museum. We will take a tour of the Hidden History of the Carnegie Library to learn about the architecture and the history of this amazing building. Architecture can communicate a lot about a building’s purpose, its place in a community, and the time in which it was built. Explore the language of architecture, the story of our building, and its place in local and national history. You’ll never look at this building in the same way again.
Space is limited and registration is required.
Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a small 3D printed item.
Relax and unwind as you craft a cute fabric-coiled coaster. This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last. Part of our Winter Reading Programming Series.
Welcome to Hitchcock Hike for Health Club, led by level three fitness instructor and avid mountain climber, snowshoer, hiker, and master gardener Colleen Leinen!
Hitchcock Hike for Health Club is designed for visitors ages 16+.
Grab your partner or a group of friends and join us first for some light stretching and education on equipment and preparation in the Loess Hills Lodge Goldfinch Room, then hit the hilly Loess Hills trails for a guided fitness hike. If you are looking to get in tune with your body, work up a sweat, and engage with the outdoors, then this is the club for you (especially if you have a big hike or camping trip coming up!).
Please dress for the weather (layers are highly recommended) and wear appropriate hiking shoes or boots. Make sure to bring a reusable water container. Walking poles are highly recommended if you prefer them. Hike may go longer than time posted.
Create your own stained glass window without using any real glass. In this colorful project, we will paint sheets of paper with bright watercolor washes. Think rich jewel tones, soft sunset blends or any bold mix of color you love. After the paper dries, you will cut or tear it into shapes and arrange them into a design that feels just right for you.
When your layout is finished, everything is sealed to a canvas with Mod Podge. This gives your work a smooth, glossy finish that looks a bit like real stained glass and brings out all the layered colors underneath.
This project is relaxing, beginner-friendly friendly and perfect for anyone who enjoys color patterns or simply trying something new. Let your creativity shine through every part of your handmade stained glass-inspired artwork.
Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a small 3D printed item.
Relax and unwind as you craft a cute fabric-coiled coaster. This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last. Part of our Winter Reading Programming Series.
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.
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.
Do you eat food? If the answer is “yes” this presentation is for you! Food provides nutrition and gives our body the resources to function at its best. Join Hy-Vee Dietitian Kelsey to learn the basics of nutrition, how this applies to what you eat and how your body utilizes the nutrients from food. We will also be making a healthy snack during this class.
Whether you have dietary restrictions or are simply looking to make healthier snacking choices for a more nutritious new year, this class offers valuable insights!
Registration is required.
Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a small 3D printed item.
Relax and unwind as you craft a cute fabric-coiled coaster. This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last. Part of our Winter Reading Programming Series.
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.***
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 is required.
Relax and unwind as you craft a cute fabric-coiled coaster. This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last. Part of our Winter Reading Programming Series.
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 1: Discover the joy of growing native wildflowers from seed! In this class, you will learn about the unique processes native seeds need to complete before planting, where to find that information, and techniques used for successful germination.
Learn how to solder stained glass. 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 soldering scrap glass. Finally, you will complete a stained glass project kit!
Space is limited. Registration required.
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!
Picture this: a chaotic wedding morning, a passed-out groom, a mysterious woman in the bridal suite, and a bride about to walk down the aisle! 'Perfect Wedding' is a hilarious, door-slamming farce that will have you clutching your sides with laughter. Expect mistaken identities, frantic cover-ups, and a whirlwind of comedic mishaps as everyone tries to salvage the big day. Will the bride and groom actually say 'I do'? Get ready for a riotous ride filled with twists, turns, and the sheer madness of a wedding gone completely and utterly wrong!
Get ready to shine! The Cheer & Dance Competition celebrates 25 years of Deep South Spirit with high-energy performances and nonstop excitement!
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.
The early bird gets breakfast! Join us for a tasty assortment of breakfast items while learning about Iowa's feathered friends with accomplished birder Nic Salick during this indoor program. Learn more about the species that call Iowa home, get tips and tricks to improve your own bird identification skills, and see who's visiting the feeders from your indoor vantage point at the beautiful Loess Hills Lodge.
Ages 12+. $15 per person.
Ski or snowboard after dark during Midnight Madness and experience a different kind of nightlife at Crescent Hill at Hitchcock.
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!
Join us for our new community children’s choirs (Grades K–2 and 3–5), where young singers can learn, grow, and share the joy of music while building confidence, teamwork, and musical skills.
Drop in painting - it's a new, uninhibited way to tap into your creative side here at the orchard with no pressure!
Pay $15 at the register & we provide you with an 8x10 canvas board, an easel, & the materials to use to let your creativity run wild! Whether you want to paint or just sketch a masterpiece to finish later - this is your time to let loose!
Take your seat to enjoy a peaceful moment of creativity alone or a memorable time with your friends!
*This drop in will run while supplies last. No pre-registration required, please call ahead if you want to guarantee available supplies.*
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!
Turnin' Gears is ready to kick off the year at the Spillway in CB! Join us for live music and fabulous food!
Picture this: a chaotic wedding morning, a passed-out groom, a mysterious woman in the bridal suite, and a bride about to walk down the aisle! 'Perfect Wedding' is a hilarious, door-slamming farce that will have you clutching your sides with laughter. Expect mistaken identities, frantic cover-ups, and a whirlwind of comedic mishaps as everyone tries to salvage the big day. Will the bride and groom actually say 'I do'? Get ready for a riotous ride filled with twists, turns, and the sheer madness of a wedding gone completely and utterly wrong!
Get ready to shine! The Cheer & Dance Competition celebrates 25 years of Deep South Spirit with high-energy performances and nonstop excitement!
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 that one 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’ll keep the warm comforts flowing: hot coffee, apple cider, soups simmering, and—should your creativity enjoy a little extra sparkle—a glass of wine waiting at the bar.
Picture this: a chaotic wedding morning, a passed-out groom, a mysterious woman in the bridal suite, and a bride about to walk down the aisle! 'Perfect Wedding' is a hilarious, door-slamming farce that will have you clutching your sides with laughter. Expect mistaken identities, frantic cover-ups, and a whirlwind of comedic mishaps as everyone tries to salvage the big day. Will the bride and groom actually say 'I do'? Get ready for a riotous ride filled with twists, turns, and the sheer madness of a wedding gone completely and utterly wrong!
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
Learn how to paint Bob Ross's famous "Happy Little Trees"! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last. Part of our Winter Reading Programming Series.
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.
Attorney Margaret McCabe's presentation will include information on the powers and limitations of a last will and testament, the basics of probate, and an overview of how trusts work and when it may be helpful to use one.
Lawyers in Libraries is a joint effort by The Iowa State Bar Association, Iowa Legal Aid and the Polk County Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project to help provide free legal information to Iowans across the state.
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.
Learn how to paint Bob Ross's famous "Happy Little Trees"! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last. Part of our Winter Reading Programming Series.
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.***
Learn how to paint Bob Ross's famous "Happy Little Trees"! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last. Part of our Winter Reading Programming Series.
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.
Learn how to make custom a tote bag 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!
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.
4-10PM >> McCormick's 1894 bar hours
5-8PM >> Pop-up Restaurant
5:30-7:15PM >> LIVE Music: Paul Hart
6-9PM >> Art Gallery hours & Studio Artists hours
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!
Discover the joy of watercolor painting in this hands-on class designed for all skill levels. Each month features a new theme - like landscapes, florals, or abstract textures - while introducing techniques such as color mixing, brushwork, and layering. Whether you’re a beginner or brushing up on your skills, this class provides a creative, supportive space to explore and grow. Taught by Vivian Kvam, an experienced educator and creative professional with a background in media, branding, and visual storytelling. Vivian brings an encouraging and approachable style to the classroom, making art fun and accessible for ALL!!!
Indoor Culinary Mushroom Cultivation with Tom O’Brien, owner of Gardens on Glen, is a hands-on workshop that introduces participants to the fascinating world of home mushroom growing. Students will learn the essential environmental factors—moisture, temperature, airflow, and substrate composition—that influence healthy mycelium growth and successful fruiting. Using an All-in-One Mushroom Grow Kit, attendees will practice inoculating their substrate with mycelium spores, ensuring proper sterilization and contamination prevention. Tom will guide participants through each stage of the cultivation process, from setup to harvest, offering practical tips for maintaining ideal indoor growing conditions. By the end, students will have the skills and confidence to produce gourmet mushrooms right at home.
Picture this: a chaotic wedding morning, a passed-out groom, a mysterious woman in the bridal suite, and a bride about to walk down the aisle! 'Perfect Wedding' is a hilarious, door-slamming farce that will have you clutching your sides with laughter. Expect mistaken identities, frantic cover-ups, and a whirlwind of comedic mishaps as everyone tries to salvage the big day. Will the bride and groom actually say 'I do'? Get ready for a riotous ride filled with twists, turns, and the sheer madness of a wedding gone completely and utterly wrong!
Grab your friends and get ready to paint, vibe, and create! Join PACE Studio Artist Kathy Fiscus for a fun-filled teen painting class made just for you. No experience needed, just bring your creativity. We’ll guide you step-by-step through a cool painting while you chill, laugh, and make something awesome.
Come make art, make memories, and maybe even make a mess. It's all part of the fun!
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.
Drop in painting - it's a new, uninhibited way to tap into your creative side here at the orchard with no pressure!
Pay $15 at the register & we provide you with an 8x10 canvas board, an easel, & the materials to use to let your creativity run wild! Whether you want to paint or just sketch a masterpiece to finish later - this is your time to let loose!
Take your seat to enjoy a peaceful moment of creativity alone or a memorable time with your friends!
*This drop in will run while supplies last. No pre-registration required, please call ahead if you want to guarantee available supplies.*
Join us for this special Saturday craft class to learn how to make altered books. An altered book is a mixed media art form that transforms an existing book into something new. Explore historical and contemporary examples of altered books, then change a used book into original artwork using techniques such as drawing, cutting, tearing, folding, and embedding to create new appearance and meaning. All supplies including used books are provided.
Registration is required and will open two weeks prior to class.
Picture this: a chaotic wedding morning, a passed-out groom, a mysterious woman in the bridal suite, and a bride about to walk down the aisle! 'Perfect Wedding' is a hilarious, door-slamming farce that will have you clutching your sides with laughter. Expect mistaken identities, frantic cover-ups, and a whirlwind of comedic mishaps as everyone tries to salvage the big day. Will the bride and groom actually say 'I do'? Get ready for a riotous ride filled with twists, turns, and the sheer madness of a wedding gone completely and utterly wrong!
Get ready for an unforgettable night at Whiskey Roadhouse! Join us for FREE live music featuring Lemon Fresh Day. Great drinks, great vibes, and the perfect way to spend your night.
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 that one 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’ll keep the warm comforts flowing: hot coffee, apple cider, soups simmering, and—should your creativity enjoy a little extra sparkle—a glass of wine waiting at the bar.
Picture this: a chaotic wedding morning, a passed-out groom, a mysterious woman in the bridal suite, and a bride about to walk down the aisle! 'Perfect Wedding' is a hilarious, door-slamming farce that will have you clutching your sides with laughter. Expect mistaken identities, frantic cover-ups, and a whirlwind of comedic mishaps as everyone tries to salvage the big day. Will the bride and groom actually say 'I do'? Get ready for a riotous ride filled with twists, turns, and the sheer madness of a wedding gone completely and utterly wrong!
Sculpt a page holder out of clay to make reading easier! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last. Part of our Winter Reading Programming Series.
We will be reading legends of Hispanic origin, enjoying conversation, and making projects related to the theme. Coffee or other refreshment provided for attendees. Project, conversation, and reading will be in Spanish. Free and open to the public.
Welcome to Hitchcock Hike for Health Club, led by level three fitness instructor and avid mountain climber, snowshoer, hiker, and master gardener Colleen Leinen!
Hitchcock Hike for Health Club is designed for visitors ages 16+.
Grab your partner or a group of friends and join us first for some light stretching and education on equipment and preparation in the Loess Hills Lodge Goldfinch Room, then hit the hilly Loess Hills trails for a guided fitness hike. If you are looking to get in tune with your body, work up a sweat, and engage with the outdoors, then this is the club for you (especially if you have a big hike or camping trip coming up!).
Please dress for the weather (layers are highly recommended) and wear appropriate hiking shoes or boots. Make sure to bring a reusable water container. Walking poles are highly recommended if you prefer them. Hike may go longer than time posted.
Sculpt a page holder out of clay to make reading easier! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last. Part of our Winter Reading Programming Series.
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.
Sculpt a page holder out of clay to make reading easier! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last. Part of our Winter Reading Programming Series.
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!
Sculpt a page holder out of clay to make reading easier! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last. Part of our Winter Reading Programming Series.
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!
Knead a break? Join us for Rolling Scones with Breeze Bakery! We’ll turn dough into showstoppers, pies into masterpieces, and maybe get a little flour on our sleeves along the way. Bring your appetite and your sense of humor.
Join Cover Me Badd for some hot music from you favorite bands of the 90s and 2000s! We will keep the music flowing and the vibe right for your night out at the Whiskey Roadhouse for the Dead of Winter Show
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!
Founded in 1966, Bellevue University is a private, non-profit university with nearly 60,000 graduates worldwide. We believe you deserve access to education that will enable career success in an ever-changing world. We also understand that real life can be a challenge. That's why we offer flexible learning options and support designed to work with you every step of the way. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].
Join us for a free, hands-on CPR and AED training designed to equip you with the skills and confidence to respond in an emergency. This informative session is open to all community members interested in learning life-saving techniques.
Registration is required, and space is limited. Please register by January 17 to attend.
Don't miss this opportunity to gain essential knowledge that could help save a life!
Talk to boots-on-the ground experts in farming, water quality, and healthcare, focusing on environmental impacts and you in this town hall.
All are welcome!
Drop in painting - it's a new, uninhibited way to tap into your creative side here at the orchard with no pressure!
Pay $15 at the register & we provide you with an 8x10 canvas board, an easel, & the materials to use to let your creativity run wild! Whether you want to paint or just sketch a masterpiece to finish later - this is your time to let loose!
Take your seat to enjoy a peaceful moment of creativity alone or a memorable time with your friends!
*This drop in will run while supplies last. No pre-registration required, please call ahead if you want to guarantee available supplies.*
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