The Library will be closing early Wednesday, November 27

The Library will be closing at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, November 27 in observance of Thanksgiving.

Upcoming Events

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-6" group.

Scratch Art

10:00am - 3:00pm
Kids, Grades K-6
Youth Room
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Youth Room
Age Group: Kids, Grades K-6
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Event Details:

Stop by and make your very own fall-themed scratch art. This is a drop-in, unsupervised program most appropriate for kids preschool-6th grade.

 

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

Holiday Photos

9:00am - 12:00pm
Adults, Family, Everyone
Meeting Room D
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room D
Age Group: Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Makerspace
Event Details:

Are you ready for the winter holidays? Get photos taken for free to send to family or friends!

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 C
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Age 14 & Up, Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Bring your Adventure League character to the Library and play the module 'Defiance in Phlan' (Adventure Code: DDEX1-1).

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

The Nutcracker with American Midwest Ballet

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids, Family
Meeting Room B
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Presentation
Event Details:

Join us for this 1 hour program with dancers from American Midwest Ballet. We’ll hear the story, see a performance, learn a dance, and have time for Q&A. This program is most appropriate for families with kids in preschool-6th grade.

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

Meta Quest VR

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Grades 6-12
Teen Central
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Drop-In, Gaming, Technology
Event Details:

Step into a world of limitless possibilities with the Meta Quest VR! Choose from various games and apps to explore the new frontier of virtual reality. Open for patrons in the 6th-12th grades.

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 "Grades K-6" group.

Drop In! Dog Tug Toy

2:30pm - 3:45pm
Grades K-6
Tree House
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Tree House
Age Group: Grades K-6
Program Type: Drop-In
Event Details:

We’re making dog tug toys for the dogs at Midlands Humane Society. Make one for your own four legged friend too!

 

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

Tinker Zone: Create Fake Snow

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, Grades 6-12
Teen Central
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Tinker Zone
Event Details:

Create a winter wonderland by making fake snow with shaving cream and baking soda! 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.

Meta Quest VR

3:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens, Grades 6-12
Teen Central
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Drop-In, Gaming, Technology
Event Details:

Step into a world of limitless possibilities with the Meta Quest VR! Choose from various games and apps to explore the new frontier of virtual reality. Open for patrons in the 6th-12th grades.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Law & Order on the Railroad: History of Railroad Police

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Meeting Room B
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History/Genealogy, Presentation
Event Details:

Railroads became the primary mode of long-distance transportation in the United States during the mid-to-late 1800s. As the number of railroads increased, so did problems such as theft, vandalism, robberies, labor disputes, and trespassing.

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

Holiday Photos

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

Are you ready for the winter holidays? Get photos taken for free to send to family or friends!

League of Human Dignity

9:30am - 12:00pm
Room F
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Room F
Purpose of Meeting

On the first Tuesday of the month, the League of Human Dignity has off-site hours at the Council Bluffs Public Library for appointments and questions.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Age 5 & Under" group.

Storytime @ the Library

9:45am - 10:15am
Kids, Age 5 & Under
Tree House
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Tree House
Age Group: Kids, Age 5 & Under
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, and fun. Most appropriate for kids ages 5 years old and younger and an adult companion. The same theme repeats throughout the week.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Room E
Purpose of Meeting

Are you sleeping outside, living in your car, or staying in an abandoned building?

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Age 5 & Under" group.

Storytime @ the Library

10:30am - 11:00am
Kids, Age 5 & Under
Tree House
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Tree House
Age Group: Kids, Age 5 & Under
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, and fun. Most appropriate for kids ages 5 years old and younger and an adult companion. The same theme repeats throughout the week.

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

Tinker Zone: Create Fake Snow

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, Grades 6-12
Teen Central
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Tinker Zone
Event Details:

Create a winter wonderland by making fake snow with shaving cream and baking soda! 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.

Meta Quest VR

3:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens, Grades 6-12
Teen Central
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Drop-In, Gaming, Technology
Event Details:

Step into a world of limitless possibilities with the Meta Quest VR! Choose from various games and apps to explore the new frontier of virtual reality. Open for patrons in the 6th-12th grades.

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 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mystery Book Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Meeting Room B
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
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 "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Age 5 & Under" group.

Playdate Cafe'

10:30am - 11:30am
Kids, Age 5 & Under
Meeting Room B
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Kids, Age 5 & Under
Program Type: Drop-In
Event Details:

Join us for a playdate where parents and caregivers can get together to talk about childcare over coffee and tea while their children play, fostering new friendships for kids and their caregivers.

This month’s special guest is SANTA!

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

Tinker Zone: Create Fake Snow

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, Grades 6-12
Teen Central
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Tinker Zone
Event Details:

Create a winter wonderland by making fake snow with shaving cream and baking soda! 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.

Meta Quest VR

3:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens, Grades 6-12
Teen Central
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Drop-In, Gaming, Technology
Event Details:

Step into a world of limitless possibilities with the Meta Quest VR! Choose from various games and apps to explore the new frontier of virtual reality. Open for patrons in the 6th-12th grades.

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

Basic Sewing Machine Skills

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Age 14 & Up, Adults
Meeting Room D
Waitlist
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:

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!

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Age 5 & Under" group.

Storytime @ the Library

10:30am - 11:00am
Kids, Age 5 & Under
Tree House
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Tree House
Age Group: Kids, Age 5 & Under
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, and fun. Most appropriate for kids ages 5 years old and younger and an adult companion. The same theme repeats throughout the week.