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Drop-In Tech Help

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Computer Lab at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
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

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? We’re he...
close-up of hands on fabric using a sewing machine

Basic Sewing Machine Skills

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 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

Register
Required
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! Bring your sewing questions and...
close up of an "A" being embroidered

Machine Embroidery Class

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Makerspace at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Technology
Age Group:
Age 14 & Up, Adults
Event Details:

Come by the Makerspace and learn how to embroider your name on fabric! Choose from a selection of fonts and colors, and build your skills with our embroidery machine. The Brothe

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Age 14 & Up, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:
Come by the Makerspace and learn how to embroider your name on fabric! Choose from a selection of fonts and colors, and build your skills with our embroidery machine. The Brother Stellaire embroidery machine makes converting images or text into a ...
Hands using a tablet and a laptop in the background

Drop-In Tech Help

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
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

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? We’re he...
close up of a keyboard

Computer Class - Microsoft Office Basics

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room D at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Class, Makerspace, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Work smarter and get more out of Microsoft Office. Whether you’re new to Office or simply want to refresh your existing skills, you’ve come to the right place. No registration requ

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room D
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class, Makerspace, Technology
Event Details:
Work smarter and get more out of Microsoft Office. Whether you’re new to Office or simply want to refresh your existing skills, you’ve come to the right place. No registration required. ...
May's free vinyl of a grad hat that can be placed on a window or fabric

Vinyl Crafting Drop-In

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Makerspace Drop-In at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In, Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults, Family, Everyone
Event Details:

Stop by the Makerspace to make & take a paper crafting project. The Silhouette Cameo is an extremely versatile electronic cutting and drawing machine that makes  cuttin

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Makerspace Drop-In
Age Group: Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In, Makerspace
Event Details:
Stop by the Makerspace to make & take a paper crafting project. The Silhouette Cameo is an extremely versatile electronic cutting and drawing machine that makes  cutting paper, cardstock or vinyl for your favorite projects, a snap! Pap...
Rainbow-colored placemat with a dish and plant.

How to Sew: a Quilted Placemat

Saturday, May 11, 2024 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

Waitlist
Required
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: basic sewing & pressing, and 'quilt-as-you-go' Sign up in advance for this program;...
Rainbow-colored placemat with a dish and plant.

How to Sew: a Quilted Placemat

Saturday, May 11, 2024 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

Waitlist
Required
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: basic sewing & pressing, and 'quilt-as-you-go' Sign up in advance for this program;...
May's free 3D print red, yellow, and black octos with grad hats on.

3D Printing Drop-In

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace Drop-In at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Family, Everyone
Event Details:

Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a 3D printed Academic Octopus. This is a drop-in class. Pop by any time between 2 and 4 p.m.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Makerspace Drop-In
Age Group: Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Event Details:
Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a 3D printed Academic Octopus. This is a drop-in class. Pop by any time between 2 and 4 p.m. ...
May's free 3D print red, yellow, and black octos with grad hats on.

3D Printing Drop-In

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace Drop-In at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Family, Everyone
Event Details:

Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a 3D printed Academic Octopus. This is a drop-in class. Pop by any time between 2 and 4 p.m.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Makerspace Drop-In
Age Group: Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Event Details:
Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a 3D printed Academic Octopus. This is a drop-in class. Pop by any time between 2 and 4 p.m. ...
May's free 3D print red, yellow, and black octos with grad hats on.

3D Printing Drop-In

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace Drop-In at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Family, Everyone
Event Details:

Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a 3D printed Academic Octopus. This is a drop-in class. Pop by any time between 2 and 4 p.m.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Makerspace Drop-In
Age Group: Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Event Details:
Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a 3D printed Academic Octopus. This is a drop-in class. Pop by any time between 2 and 4 p.m. ...
May's free 3D print red, yellow, and black octos with grad hats on.

3D Printing Drop-In

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace Drop-In at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Family, Everyone
Event Details:

Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a 3D printed Academic Octopus. This is a drop-in class. Pop by any time between 2 and 4 p.m.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Makerspace Drop-In
Age Group: Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Event Details:
Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a 3D printed Academic Octopus. This is a drop-in class. Pop by any time between 2 and 4 p.m. ...
close up of circuit board and soldering iron

Basic Soldering

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Makerspace at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Class, Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

When it comes to working on electronics, soldering is an essential skill. In this class, we’ll go over the basics of the soldering iron, types of solder, basic terminology, an

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class, Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:
When it comes to working on electronics, soldering is an essential skill. In this class, we’ll go over the basics of the soldering iron, types of solder, basic terminology, and safety. Then, we’ll put that knowledge to use by practicing&nbs...
a person using a heat press

Intro to Heat Transfer: T-Shirts

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Makerspace at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Class, Makerspace, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to make custom t-shirts 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 h

Full
Required
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 t-shirts 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. The Epson ET-2800 sublimat...
Hands using a tablet and a laptop in the background

Drop-In Tech Help

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Computer Lab at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
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

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? We’re he...
Rainbow-colored placemat with a dish and plant.

How to Sew: a Quilted Placemat

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 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: basic sewing & p

Waitlist
Required
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: basic sewing & pressing, and 'quilt-as-you-go' Sign up in advance for this program;...
Hands using a tablet and a laptop in the background

Drop-In Tech Help

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
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

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? We’re he...
close-up of hands on fabric using a sewing machine

Basic Sewing Machine Skills

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 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
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! Bring your sewing questions and...
close up of an "A" being embroidered

Machine Embroidery Class

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Makerspace at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Technology
Age Group:
Age 14 & Up, Adults
Event Details:

Come by the Makerspace and learn how to embroider your name on fabric! Choose from a selection of fonts and colors, and build your skills with our embroidery machine. The Brothe

Required
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Age 14 & Up, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:
Come by the Makerspace and learn how to embroider your name on fabric! Choose from a selection of fonts and colors, and build your skills with our embroidery machine. The Brother Stellaire embroidery machine makes converting images or text into a ...
Picture of 3d printed tents

3D Printing Drop-In

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace Drop-In at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Family, Everyone
Event Details:

Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a 3D printed mini camping tent. This is a drop-in class. Pop by any time between 2:00 and 4:00 pm.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Makerspace Drop-In
Age Group: Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Event Details:
Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a 3D printed mini camping tent. This is a drop-in class. Pop by any time between 2:00 and 4:00 pm. ...
June's 3d print: a Camping Tent

3D Printing Drop-In

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace Drop-In at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Family, Everyone
Event Details:

Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a 3D printed mini camping tent. This is a drop-in class. Pop by any time between 2:00 and 4:00 pm.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Makerspace Drop-In
Age Group: Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Event Details:
Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a 3D printed mini camping tent. This is a drop-in class. Pop by any time between 2:00 and 4:00 pm. ...
June's 3d print: a Camping Tent

3D Printing Drop-In

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace Drop-In at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Family, Everyone
Event Details:

Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a 3D printed mini camping tent. This is a drop-in class. Pop by any time between 2:00 and 4:00 pm.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Makerspace Drop-In
Age Group: Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Event Details:
Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a 3D printed mini camping tent. This is a drop-in class. Pop by any time between 2:00 and 4:00 pm. ...
close up of a keyboard

Computer Class - Microsoft Office Basics

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room D at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Class, Makerspace, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Work smarter and get more out of Microsoft Office. Whether you’re new to Office or simply want to refresh your existing skills, you’ve come to the right place. No registration requ

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room D
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class, Makerspace, Technology
Event Details:
Work smarter and get more out of Microsoft Office. Whether you’re new to Office or simply want to refresh your existing skills, you’ve come to the right place. No registration required. ...
June's 3d print: a Camping Tent

3D Printing Drop-In

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace Drop-In at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Family, Everyone
Event Details:

Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a 3D printed mini camping tent. This is a drop-in class. Pop by any time between 2:00 and 4:00 pm.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Makerspace Drop-In
Age Group: Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Event Details:
Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a 3D printed mini camping tent. This is a drop-in class. Pop by any time between 2:00 and 4:00 pm. ...