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This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Coloring Club

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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 yo...

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Event Details:

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!

 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Optical Illusions: Art Cubes

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Central at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In, Tinker Zone
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Learn to create 6 different optical illusion drawings and create your own art cube! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In, Tinker Zone
Event Details:

Learn to create 6 different optical illusion drawings and create your own art cube! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Optical Illusions: Art Cubes

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Central at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In, Tinker Zone
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Learn to create 6 different optical illusion drawings and create your own art cube! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In, Tinker Zone
Event Details:

Learn to create 6 different optical illusion drawings and create your own art cube! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intro to 3D Printing

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room D at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Class, Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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...

Required
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room D
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class, Makerspace
Required
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

746 Needlework Club

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The 746 Needlework Club meets the second and fourth Thursdays each month. Needlework – Knitting, Crocheting, Embroidery – All skill levels welcome! Please bring your own supp...

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

How To Draw In 3D

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Central at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In, Tinker Zone
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Draw superimposed images using blue and red ink to produce an incredible 3D effect! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In, Tinker Zone
Event Details:

Draw superimposed images using blue and red ink to produce an incredible 3D effect! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

How To Draw In 3D

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Central at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In, Tinker Zone
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Draw superimposed images using blue and red ink to produce an incredible 3D effect! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In, Tinker Zone
Event Details:

Draw superimposed images using blue and red ink to produce an incredible 3D effect! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

How To Draw In 3D

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Central at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In, Tinker Zone
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Draw superimposed images using blue and red ink to produce an incredible 3D effect! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In, Tinker Zone
Event Details:

Draw superimposed images using blue and red ink to produce an incredible 3D effect! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Super Saturday: Optical Illusions - Zoetrope

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Central at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In, Tinker Zone
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Behold the illusion of motion by creating and spinning a DIY zoetrope! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last. 

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In, Tinker Zone
Event Details:

Behold the illusion of motion by creating and spinning a DIY zoetrope! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Mosaic Stained Glass Coasters

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Central at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In, Tinker Zone
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Make a real stained glass mosaic masterpiece coaster! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In, Tinker Zone
Event Details:

Make a real stained glass mosaic masterpiece coaster! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Mosaic Stained Glass Coasters

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Central at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In, Tinker Zone
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Make a real stained glass mosaic masterpiece coaster! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In, Tinker Zone
Event Details:

Make a real stained glass mosaic masterpiece coaster! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Mosaic Stained Glass Coasters

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Central at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In, Tinker Zone
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Make a real stained glass mosaic masterpiece coaster! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In, Tinker Zone
Event Details:

Make a real stained glass mosaic masterpiece coaster! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

This event is in the "Age 14 & Up" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

How to Sew: a Microwave Popcorn Bag

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room D at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Class, Makerspace
Age Group:
Age 14 & Up, Adults
Event Details:

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: pressing & sewingSig...

Required
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room D
Age Group: Age 14 & Up, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class, Makerspace
Required
Event Details:

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: pressing & sewing

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pinterest'd In... Painted Pot Creations

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room B at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Unleash your inner artist and add a pop of color to your space with Painted Pot Creations at the Council Bluffs Public Library!Join us to paint and personalize your own terracotta ...

Required
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Event Details:

Unleash your inner artist and add a pop of color to your space with Painted Pot Creations at the Council Bluffs Public Library!

Join us to paint and personalize your own terracotta pot.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

746 Needlework Club

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The 746 Needlework Club meets the second and fourth Thursdays each month. Needlework – Knitting, Crocheting, Embroidery – All skill levels welcome! Please bring your own supp...

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pinterest'd In... Painted Pot Creations

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Unleash your inner artist and add a pop of color to your space with Painted Pot Creations at the Council Bluffs Public Library!Join us to paint and personalize your own terracotta ...

Required
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Event Details:

Unleash your inner artist and add a pop of color to your space with Painted Pot Creations at the Council Bluffs Public Library!

Join us to paint and personalize your own terracotta pot.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Mosaic Stained Glass Coasters

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Central at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In, Tinker Zone
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Make a real stained glass mosaic masterpiece coaster! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In, Tinker Zone
Event Details:

Make a real stained glass mosaic masterpiece coaster! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

746 Needlework Club

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The 746 Needlework Club meets the second and fourth Thursdays each month. Needlework – Knitting, Crocheting, Embroidery – All skill levels welcome! Please bring your own supp...

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Age 14 & Up" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Chalk The Walk

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Cochran Park
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Age 14 & Up, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

We invite all ages to level up their sidewalk chalk skills during our Chalk The Walk event at Cochran Park. We'll provide the chalk and a spot, you provide the imagination. Create ...

Library Branch: Cochran Park
Age Group: Teens, Age 14 & Up, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

We invite all ages to level up their sidewalk chalk skills during our Chalk The Walk event at Cochran Park. We'll provide the chalk and a spot, you provide the imagination.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intro to 3D Printing

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room D at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Class, Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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...

Required
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room D
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class, Makerspace
Required
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Age 14 & Up" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

How to Sew: TBA

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room D at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Class, Makerspace
Age Group:
Age 14 & Up, Adults
Event Details:

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 & p...

Required
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room D
Age Group: Age 14 & Up, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class, Makerspace
Required
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Age 14 & Up" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

How to Sew: TBA

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room D at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Class, Makerspace
Age Group:
Age 14 & Up, Adults
Event Details:

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 & p...

Required
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room D
Age Group: Age 14 & Up, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class, Makerspace
Required
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Coloring Club

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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 yo...

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Event Details:

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!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

746 Needlework Club

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The 746 Needlework Club meets the second and fourth Thursdays each month. Needlework – Knitting, Crocheting, Embroidery – All skill levels welcome! Please bring your own supp...

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Event Details:

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.