Name: Worlds Away Book Club
Start: 2025-08-07T19:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-08-07T20:00:00-05:00
Location: Council Bluffs Public Library

Worlds Away Book Club

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Meeting Room D at Council Bluffs Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

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, p...

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library

Room: Meeting Room D

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Club

Event Details:

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.

Conversation Club: Spanish-English Language Exchange/Club de Conversación: Intercambio de idiomas español-inglés

Monday, August 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Meeting Room A at Council Bluffs Public Library

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Whether you are learning Spanish or English, come to our monthly Language Exchange to practice with native speakers and fellow learners. Meet new people, get help with the language...

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: Adults

Event Details:

Whether you are learning Spanish or English, come to our monthly Language Exchange to practice with native speakers and fellow learners.

Planning Commission

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:30pm

Meeting Room B at Council Bluffs Public Library

Purpose of Meeting:

Monthly Planning Commission Meeting. Meeting starts at 6:00 p.m.

Meeting Room B

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library

Room: Meeting Room B

Purpose of Meeting

Monthly Planning Commission Meeting. Meeting starts at 6:00 p.m.

person sewing a project on a sewing machine

How to Sew: TBA

Saturday, August 16, 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.

How to Sew: TBA

Saturday, August 16, 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.

Adult Coloring Club

Monday, August 18, 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!

Adult Board Game Night

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:45pm

Meeting Room A at Council Bluffs Public Library

Program Type:

Drop-In, Gaming

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

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 o...

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Drop-In, Gaming

Event Details:

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.

746 Needlework Club

Thursday, August 21, 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.

How to Sew: TBA

Wednesday, August 27, 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 & sewin...

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

Labor Day

All Day

Council Bluffs Public Library, Off Site

The Library will be closed Monday, September 1 in observance of the holiday.

Closing

Branches:

Council Bluffs Public Library, Off Site

Description:

The Library will be closed Monday, September 1 in observance of the holiday.

Adult Board Game Night

Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:45pm

Meeting Room B at Council Bluffs Public Library

Program Type:

Drop-In, Gaming

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

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 o...

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library

Room: Meeting Room B

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Drop-In, Gaming

Event Details:

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.

Mystery Book Club

Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Meeting Room A at Council Bluffs Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

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 ...

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Club

Event Details:

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.

close-up of hands on fabric using a sewing machine

Basic Sewing Machine Skills

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Meeting Room D at Council Bluffs Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Class, Makerspace

Age Group:

Age 14 & Up, Adults

Event Details:

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...

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:

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!

746 Needlework Club

Thursday, September 4, 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.

Worlds Away Book Club

Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Meeting Room D at Council Bluffs Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

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, p...

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library

Room: Meeting Room D

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Club

Event Details:

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.

Conversation Club: Spanish-English Language Exchange/Club de Conversación: Intercambio de idiomas español-inglés

Monday, September 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Meeting Room A at Council Bluffs Public Library

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Whether you are learning Spanish or English, come to our monthly Language Exchange to practice with native speakers and fellow learners. Meet new people, get help with the language...

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: Adults

Event Details:

Whether you are learning Spanish or English, come to our monthly Language Exchange to practice with native speakers and fellow learners.

Planning Commission

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:30pm

Meeting Room B at Council Bluffs Public Library

Purpose of Meeting:

Monthly Planning Commission Meeting. Meeting starts at 6:00 p.m.

Meeting Room B

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library

Room: Meeting Room B

Purpose of Meeting

Monthly Planning Commission Meeting. Meeting starts at 6:00 p.m.

How to Sew: TBA

Saturday, September 13, 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.

How to Sew: TBA

Saturday, September 13, 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.

Adult Coloring Club

Monday, September 15, 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!

Lunch Bunch Book Club

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Meeting Room A at Council Bluffs Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

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. ...

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Club

Event Details:

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.

Adult Board Game Night

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:45pm

Meeting Room A at Council Bluffs Public Library

Program Type:

Drop-In, Gaming

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

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 o...

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Drop-In, Gaming

Event Details:

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.

Non-Fiction Book Club

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Meeting Room C at Council Bluffs Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Are you a history buff? Or do you love reading medical mysteries or family memoirs? Non fiction books provide a change of pace and inspire thought-provoking conversations based on ...

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library

Room: Meeting Room C

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Club

Event Details:

Are you a history buff? Or do you love reading medical mysteries or family memoirs?

746 Needlework Club

Thursday, September 18, 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.

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