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ECKO outside at the Dock! Let’s pack the place and party all night!
 

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The Official Chrome Reunion

CHROME LOUNGE REUNION
A place where friendships, fans, and great bands were born!
Some rooms never really close, they just echo... until the music comes back.
Join us May 1st and 2nd for a 2 night Chrome Lounge Reunion, bringing together familiar faces, loud memories, and some of your favorite bands making special guest appearances. This is a reunion of all types. Old friends. Old fans. New stories layered on top of legendary nights.
The B-Side Bar - Council Bluffs
Home of the original Chrome sign, hanging proudly in all it's glory.
Doors at 7pm, party 9pm to 1am both nights.
$10 cover each night
FRIDAY NIGHT LINEUP
- Cheshire Grin
- Headspace
- Moon Juice
SATURDAY NIGHT LINEUP
- John Doe
- The Fools (in memory of Mike Kruger)
- Monkey Puzzle
SHARE YOUR CHROME MEMORIES WITH US
Got old Chrome Lounge photos you'd love to see on the big screen during the reunion? Send them our way!
[email protected]

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The Official Chrome Reunion

CHROME LOUNGE REUNION
A place where friendships, fans, and great bands were born!
Some rooms never really close, they just echo... until the music comes back.
Join us May 1st and 2nd for a 2 night Chrome Lounge Reunion, bringing together familiar faces, loud memories, and some of your favorite bands making special guest appearances. This is a reunion of all types. Old friends. Old fans. New stories layered on top of legendary nights.
The B-Side Bar - Council Bluffs
Home of the original Chrome sign, hanging proudly in all it's glory.
Doors at 7pm, party 9pm to 1am both nights.
$10 cover each night
FRIDAY NIGHT LINEUP
- Cheshire Grin
- Headspace
- Moon Juice
SATURDAY NIGHT LINEUP
- John Doe
- The Fools (in memory of Mike Kruger)
- Monkey Puzzle
SHARE YOUR CHROME MEMORIES WITH US
Got old Chrome Lounge photos you'd love to see on the big screen during the reunion? Send them our way!
[email protected]

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Advertising on Google, Facebook and Instagram

This class is 7 of 7 in “Your Marketing Playbook Series”. Equip participants with practical skills to set up affordable, targeted ad campaigns on Google, Facebook, and Instagram. By the end of the workshop, participants will understand how to drive traffic, generate leads, and optimize their ad performance for better results.

Held in Looft Hall Room #023.

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Motivate Your Team with Presentation and Influence Skills

Cost: $99.00 – Lunch provided

“You don’t need to be flashy. You need to be clear and real.”
Whether you’re pitching, presenting, or leading a meeting: craft your communication style and create your core messages to resonate and yield results. Learn storytelling for impact and communicate with presence—even if speaking isn’t your favorite.
*Zoom participation is available at Iowa Western center locations only.

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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting

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.

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DUI/OWI 12 Hour Program

COST: $180.00

This class meets on Friday night from 5PM - 10PM; and Saturday from 8AM - 4:30PM. 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 321.J.2 and 3.2.1J.17, subsection 2, and is open to anyone wishing to better understand their problem. Students with limited English proficiency must provide their own interpreter.

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Touch of Grey Live | Benefit for Cheers For CB Schools

Free outdoor concert, weather permitting. Live classic rock, only mostly Dead. Amazingly great beer, cool vibes and cool tunes. In association with a benefit for Council Bluffs School Foundation event Cheers For CB Schools. 

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DUI/OWI 12 Hour Program

COST: $180.00

This class meets on Friday night from 5PM - 10PM; and Saturday from 8AM - 4:30PM. 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 321.J.2 and 3.2.1J.17, subsection 2, and is open to anyone wishing to better understand their problem. Students with limited English proficiency must provide their own interpreter.

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Railroad Days at Mile Zero

Railroad Days is an annual celebration of all things train and track, and this year, all the fun will be happening in Council Bluffs! Celebrate CB's rich railroad heritage and place in history as historic Mile Zero for the Union Pacific Railroad. Between 12 PM and 6 PM on May 9 and May 10, 2026, there will be numerous train-themed activities and locations to visit.

The Union Pacific Railroad Museum, RailsWest Railroad Museum, Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center, and the Historic General Dodge House are again teaming up to offer this annual event. Kids will love riding the trolleys between locations and diving into hands-on activities with interactive technology and exhibits. Adults can explore rich stories, rare artifacts, and immersive displays that bring our railroad heritage to life!

Visit GoRailroadDays.com for more info!

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Spring Gourmet Dinner

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. 

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Railroad Days at Mile Zero

Railroad Days is an annual celebration of all things train and track, and this year, all the fun will be happening in Council Bluffs! Celebrate CB's rich railroad heritage and place in history as historic Mile Zero for the Union Pacific Railroad. Between 12 PM and 6 PM on May 9 and May 10, 2026, there will be numerous train-themed activities and locations to visit.

The Union Pacific Railroad Museum, RailsWest Railroad Museum, Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center, and the Historic General Dodge House are again teaming up to offer this annual event. Kids will love riding the trolleys between locations and diving into hands-on activities with interactive technology and exhibits. Adults can explore rich stories, rare artifacts, and immersive displays that bring our railroad heritage to life!

Visit GoRailroadDays.com for more info!

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Driver Improvement Program (DIP)

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.

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Recorder's Office Traveling Office Hours

The Pottawattamie County Recorder's Office will be holding traveling office hours on the second Tuesday of each month, from 4pm-8pm. Each month we will set up shop in a different town.

The initiative is designed to make Recorder’s Office services more accessible, especially for residents who are unable to visit the courthouse during standard business hours. During these traveling sessions, staff will be available to assist with:

Passport applications

Boat and ATV renewals

Copies of deeds

Marriage applications

Enrollment in Property Fraud Alert

Other Recorder’s Office services typically offered at the courthouse

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City Planning Commission Meeting

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.

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Morels, Fungi & Lichen | A Land Ethic Workshop

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 & celebrated educator Ron Cisar for May's Morels, Fungi & Lichen session of "A Land Ethic Workshop." This program 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. 

Enjoy a full morning of instruction & learning, including:

• Common mushroom, fungi, & lichen identification study
• A discussion of fungal structure & adaptations
• A look at tern & plover conservation efforts
• A reading & discussion of Aldo Leopold's essay "Back from the Argentine"

Ages 14+. $15 per person.

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Broadway Book Club

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.

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Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting

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.

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The Wall That Heals

The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial along with a mobile Education Center, is coming to Pottawattamie County from May 22-25, 2026, at Lewis Central High School and will be open 24 hours a day and free to the public. The exhibit will visit a total of 31 communities in 2026. The traveling exhibit honors the more than three million Americans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces in the Vietnam War, and it bears the names of the 58,281 men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam.

The Wall replica is 375 feet in length and stands 7.5 feet high at its tallest point. With the replica at this size, visitors are able to experience The Wall rising above them as they walk towards the apex, a key feature of the design of The Wall in D.C.

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Gone 2 Paradise: The Ultimate Jimmy Buffett Experience

Seen on NBC and WGN TV, the Gone 2 Paradise Band is THE premier Jimmy Buffett experience, bringing tropical vibes and beachy fun to audiences across the U.S. and beyond. With over 20 years of history, Gone 2 Paradise has become a fan-favorite for Parrot Heads and music lovers everywhere, delighting audiences from coast to coast, the Virgin Islands, Hawaii, and beyond. With their infections energy and unwavering dedication to capturing the essence of the legendary singer-songwriter, this talented group of musicians has become synonymous with the ultimate Jimmy Buffett experience. What sets Gone 2 Paradise apart is their unparalleled ability to recreate the vibrant atmosphere of a live Jimmy Buffett concert. Their high-energy performances on a tropically decorated stage transport audiences to a tropical oasis, where they can escape the daily grind and embrace the laid-back Margaritaville state of mind.

View all the exciting concerts happening at the Arts Center on our blog here.

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The Wall That Heals

The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial along with a mobile Education Center, is coming to Pottawattamie County from May 22-25, 2026, at Lewis Central High School and will be open 24 hours a day and free to the public. The exhibit will visit a total of 31 communities in 2026. The traveling exhibit honors the more than three million Americans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces in the Vietnam War, and it bears the names of the 58,281 men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam.

The Wall replica is 375 feet in length and stands 7.5 feet high at its tallest point. With the replica at this size, visitors are able to experience The Wall rising above them as they walk towards the apex, a key feature of the design of The Wall in D.C.

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The Wall That Heals

The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial along with a mobile Education Center, is coming to Pottawattamie County from May 22-25, 2026, at Lewis Central High School and will be open 24 hours a day and free to the public. The exhibit will visit a total of 31 communities in 2026. The traveling exhibit honors the more than three million Americans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces in the Vietnam War, and it bears the names of the 58,281 men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam.

The Wall replica is 375 feet in length and stands 7.5 feet high at its tallest point. With the replica at this size, visitors are able to experience The Wall rising above them as they walk towards the apex, a key feature of the design of The Wall in D.C.

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Old Stone Arch Trail Group Walk

Walk in Shelby, Iowa, a town with a picturesque cemetery, a nature trail lined with wildflowers and a wetlands trail.

$4 fee per walker; exact change is appreciated
A 10 km and a 5 km route will be available (6.2 and 3.1 miles)
The trail rating for this walk is 1B (flat with one big hill, on rough paved surfaces).
Strollers will have difficulty on the route
Leashed dogs are welcome

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The Wall That Heals

The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial along with a mobile Education Center, is coming to Pottawattamie County from May 22-25, 2026, at Lewis Central High School and will be open 24 hours a day and free to the public. The exhibit will visit a total of 31 communities in 2026. The traveling exhibit honors the more than three million Americans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces in the Vietnam War, and it bears the names of the 58,281 men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam.

The Wall replica is 375 feet in length and stands 7.5 feet high at its tallest point. With the replica at this size, visitors are able to experience The Wall rising above them as they walk towards the apex, a key feature of the design of The Wall in D.C.

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Outdoor Culinary Mushroom Cultivation

Join Tom O’Brien, owner of Gardens on Glen, for a hands-on workshop exploring the rewarding practice of cultivating mushrooms outdoors. Participants will learn how to prepare growing beds using wood chips and sawdust spawn, manage moisture and shade conditions, and integrate mushroom patches into existing garden spaces. Tom will explain how outdoor mushroom cultivation not only yields delicious, nutrient-rich, sometimes perennial-like harvests but also enhances soil health, boosts microbial activity, and supports companion plants. Attendees will gain step-by-step experience inoculating their own substrate and understanding the life cycle of fungi. Each participant will prepare a take-home mushroom starter setup, ready to establish a thriving outdoor mushroom bed.

Cost: $45

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