The Library will be closed Sunday, March 31

The Library will be closed Sunday, March 31 in observance of Easter.

Upcoming Events

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

D & D Adventurers League

9:00am - 1:00pm
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 the module 'Defiance in Phlan' (Adventure Code: DDEX1-1). Guidelines for creating an Adventure League character can be found at dndbeyond.com. ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Diamond Dots Poster

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Central
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Event Details:
Stick sparkly plastic dots onto a large canvas to create a unique work of art! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last. ...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-6" group.

After School Specials

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Tree House
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Tree House
Age Group: Kids, Grades K-6
Program Type: Drop-In
Event Details:
Drop in on early out days for after school fun! Most appropriate for kids in grades K-6. The same theme repeats throughout the week. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pinterest'd In...

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room B
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Registration
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class
Registration Required
Event Details:
Come join us for this easy to make River Rock Trivet. The look of the river rocks helps bring a little bit of nature indoors! Plus the rocks absorb a ton of heat and they’re thick enough that the heat doesn’t pass all the way through to the table ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pinterest'd In...

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B
Register
Registration
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class
Registration Required
Event Details:
Come join us for this easy to make River Rock Trivet. The look of the river rocks helps bring a little bit of nature indoors! Plus the rocks absorb a ton of heat and they’re thick enough that the heat doesn’t pass all the way through to the table ...
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? Due to the growing need for supportive services in our community and to expand our outreach efforts, Heartland Family Services and New Visions Homeless Services hav...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Drop-In Tech Help

6:30pm - 8:00pm
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? We’re he...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-6" group.

After School Specials

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Tree House
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Tree House
Age Group: Kids, Grades K-6
Program Type: Drop-In
Event Details:
Drop in on early out days for after school fun! Most appropriate for kids in grades K-6. The same theme repeats throughout the week. ...
This event is in the "Age 14 & Up" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Basic Sewing Machine Skills

6:30pm - 8:00pm
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:
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...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Game On!

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Central
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:
Get ready for an afternoon of pulse-pounding video game action. Play on the Switch, PS4, or Xbox One alone or with friends. DON’T MISS OUT! This event is open to patrons in grades 6 through 12. ...
This event is in the "Age 14 & Up" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Machine Embroidery Class

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Makerspace
Registration
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 ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Worlds Away Book Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
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. Join: Pick up di...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Age 5 & Under" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-6" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Dia Celebration (Children's Day/Book Day)

11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room A
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Kids, Age 5 & Under, Grades K-6, Family
Program Type: Drop-In
Event Details:
Drop in for our Dia Celebration! Play a game of Loteria (Spanish BINGO) with Centro Latino and explore the Library by taking part in a multilingual scavenger hunt. Every child who attends the program will go home with a free book!  This progr...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Free Comic Book Day

11:00am - 1:00pm
Atrium
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Atrium
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Drop-In
Event Details:
Join us for Free Comic Book Day (FCBD), one of the comic book industry’s most beloved and anticipated celebrations! Stop by and pick out a free comic (while supplies last)! ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

CBPL Strategic Planning Community Focus Group

12:30pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room D
Registration
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room D
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:
In person focus group for the strategic plan to be conducted by consultant.  Session will be bilingual.  Discussion will be focused on building on responses shared during the community survey process. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Drop-In Tech Help

1:30pm - 3:00pm
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? We’re he...
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? Due to the growing need for supportive services in our community and to expand our outreach efforts, Heartland Family Services and New Visions Homeless Services hav...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Board Game Night

6:00pm - 8:45pm
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. Check out our games here! ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mystery Book Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
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. Join: Pick up discussion books at the...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Computer Class - Microsoft Office Basics

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room D
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. ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Game On!

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Central
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:
Get ready for an afternoon of pulse-pounding video game action. Play on the Switch, PS4, or Xbox One alone or with friends. DON’T MISS OUT! This event is open to patrons in grades 6 through 12. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Welcome to Medicare

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Event Details:
Welcome to Medicare A free seminar offered by the State of Iowa’s Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) and Connections Area Agency on Aging for Iowans who want to learn about Medicare. Welcome to Medicare will cover Medicare Part...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

746 Needlework Club

6:00pm - 8:00pm
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 "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Age 5 & Under" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-6" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Love On a Leash

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Room
Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Youth Room
Age Group: Kids, Age 5 & Under, Grades K-6, Family
Program Type: Drop-In
Event Details:
Pet therapy teams visit the Library to help motivate children to read. All children MUST be accompanied by an adult. For groups larger than 5, please call ahead. ...