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A Work in Progress: Writer's Discussion Group

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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 grou...

Full
Required
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class
Required
Event Details:

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.

person sewing a project on a sewing machine

How to Sew: TBA

Wednesday, December 17, 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

close-up of hands on fabric using a sewing machine

Basic Sewing Machine Skills

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 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!

person sewing a project on a sewing machine

How to Sew: TBA

Saturday, January 17, 2026 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 & press...

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.

person sewing a project on a sewing machine

How to Sew: TBA

Saturday, January 17, 2026 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 & press...

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.

person sewing a project on a sewing machine

How to Sew: TBA

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 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

close-up of hands on fabric using a sewing machine

Basic Sewing Machine Skills

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 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!

person sewing a project on a sewing machine

How to Sew: TBA

Saturday, February 14, 2026 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 & press...

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.

person sewing a project on a sewing machine

How to Sew: TBA

Saturday, February 14, 2026 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 & press...

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.

person sewing a project on a sewing machine

How to Sew: TBA

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 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

close-up of hands on fabric using a sewing machine

Basic Sewing Machine Skills

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 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!

person sewing a project on a sewing machine

How to Sew: TBA

Saturday, March 14, 2026 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 & press...

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.

person sewing a project on a sewing machine

How to Sew: TBA

Saturday, March 14, 2026 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 & press...

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.

person sewing a project on a sewing machine

How to Sew: TBA

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 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

close-up of hands on fabric using a sewing machine

Basic Sewing Machine Skills

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 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!

person sewing a project on a sewing machine

How to Sew: TBA

Saturday, April 11, 2026 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 & press...

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.

person sewing a project on a sewing machine

How to Sew: TBA

Saturday, April 11, 2026 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 & press...

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.

person sewing a project on a sewing machine

How to Sew: TBA

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 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

close-up of hands on fabric using a sewing machine

Basic Sewing Machine Skills

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 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!

person sewing a project on a sewing machine

How to Sew: TBA

Saturday, May 9, 2026 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 & press...

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.

person sewing a project on a sewing machine

How to Sew: TBA

Saturday, May 9, 2026 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 & press...

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.

person sewing a project on a sewing machine

How to Sew: TBA

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 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

close-up of hands on fabric using a sewing machine

Basic Sewing Machine Skills

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 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!

close-up of hands on fabric using a sewing machine

Basic Sewing Machine Skills

Wednesday, August 5, 2026 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!