Zoo Pass Giveaway Update

As of 4/1/25, the library has run out of zoo passes. We will announce in the future if there is another giveaway. 
Those who were able to receive a pass have until 5/22/25 to use them!

Upcoming Events

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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Guided Walking Tours

9:00am - 10:30am
Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Cochran Park
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Join us at the kiosk at Cochran Park for this guided tour of the park and First Avenue Trail.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Ask an Expert: Medieval Europe

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Meeting Room A
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Event Details:

Join us for an engaging and enlightening presentation with Martina Saltamacchia, a distinguished professor of Medieval History and Director of Medieval Studies at the University of Nebraska Omaha. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Self-Defense @ Cochran Park

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Library Branch: Cochran Park
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Class
Event Details:

While we may not want to think about needing these skills, the fact is that we all do. Come to this self-defense class taught by Sanders ATA in order to get a basis in self-defense for all. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Lunch Bunch Book Club

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Adults
Meeting Room A
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Board Game Night

6:00pm - 8:45pm
Adults
Meeting Room B
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 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Yoga @ Cochran Park

11:30am - 12:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Cochran Park
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Meet us at Cochran Park for yoga in the park with Life Dimensions founder and owner Ilona Holland. This yoga event is free and open to the public but intended for a 60+ audience. Bring your yoga mat with you if you have one and join us! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Trivia Night

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Meeting Room B
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Are you ready to test your knowledge? Join us for trivia night where you can play for fun and bragging rights. Play on your own or join a team with a limit of six per team. 

Free and open to the public. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

A Work in Progress: Writer's Discussion Group

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Meeting Room A
Full
Registration
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class
Registration 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Drop-In Tech Help

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Computer Lab
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Event Details:

Do you have general questions about your mobile device, computer or laptop? Do you want to set up an email address, but you’re not sure where to start? Would you like to learn how to download an eBook, audiobook, movie or music?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tai Chi @ Cochran Park

11:30am - 12:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Cochran Park
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class
Event Details:

Tai chi is a low-impact activity that can improve your flexibility, core strength, and overall health. Join us on June 11 and 25 for a tai chi class at Cochran Park to stay active and level up your fitness routine this summer! 

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

How to Sew: a Microwave Popcorn Bag

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Age 14 & Up, Adults
Meeting Room D
Registration
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room D
Age Group: Age 14 & Up, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class, Makerspace
Registration 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

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Adults
Meeting Room B
Registration
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration 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

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Meeting Room A
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.

Intro to Heat Transfer: Mugs

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Makerspace
Registration
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class, Makerspace, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to make custom a mug 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pinterest'd In... Painted Pot Creations

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Meeting Room B
Registration
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration 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.

Silent Reading at Cochran Park

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Cochran Park
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

 Join us at Cochran Park for a silent reading gathering for book lovers. Just bring your beach towel or blanket and your current book. Don't have a book?

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Guided Walking Tours

9:00am - 10:30am
Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Cochran Park
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Join us at the kiosk at Cochran Park for this guided tour of the park and First Avenue Trail. During this walk, Richard Warner, local historian, will share history and stories of Council Bluffs along the trail, ending at the Squirrel Cage Jail.

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

D & D Adventurers League

9:00am - 1:00pm
Age 14 & Up, Adults
Meeting Room A
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Age 14 & Up, Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Sip & Scrabble

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Everyone
Meeting Room B
Registration
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join us for a laid back evening of word play and fun during our Sip & Scrabble event. Grab a soda, arrange your tiles, and challenge friends (or make new ones!) in a friendly game of Scrabble. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mystery Book Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Meeting Room A
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Worlds Away Book Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Meeting Room D
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Drop-In Tech Help

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Computer Lab
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Event Details:

Do you have general questions about your mobile device, computer or laptop? Do you want to set up an email address, but you’re not sure where to start? Would you like to learn how to download an eBook, audiobook, movie or music?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

746 Needlework Club

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Meeting Room A
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

10:00am - 12:00pm
Teens, Age 14 & Up, Adults, Everyone
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.