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

Clay Page Holders

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Central at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-12

Sculpt a page holder out of clay to make reading easier! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last. Part of the Winter Reading Program, happening through December and January.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Event Details:

Sculpt a page holder out of clay to make reading easier! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last. Part of the Winter Reading Program, happening through December and January.

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

National Seed Swap Day

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Atrium at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Drop-In, Gardening
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone

Did you know that January 31 is National Seed Swap Day? This year, our library is proud to be one of 100 Iowa libraries participating in local seed swaps, and we want you to be a part of it!

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Atrium
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Drop-In, Gardening
Event Details:

Did you know that January 31 is National Seed Swap Day? This year, our library is proud to be one of 100 Iowa libraries participating in local seed swaps, and we want you to be a part of it!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Drop-In Tech Help

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Age Group:
Adults

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?

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

After School Drop In: Play It!

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:45pm
Tree House at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Drop-In
Age Group:
Grades K-6

Play your favorite games in GIANT SIZE! For kids in grades kindergarten through 6th grade.

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

Play your favorite games in GIANT SIZE! For kids in grades kindergarten through 6th grade.

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

Printmaking

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:15pm
Teen Central at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-12

Design your own reusable Styrofoam print plate and use it to create reproductions of your art! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Event Details:

Design your own reusable Styrofoam print plate and use it to create reproductions of your art! 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

Printmaking

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Central at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-12

Design your own reusable Styrofoam print plate and use it to create reproductions of your art! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Event Details:

Design your own reusable Styrofoam print plate and use it to create reproductions of your art! 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

Printmaking

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Central at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-12

Design your own reusable Styrofoam print plate and use it to create reproductions of your art! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Event Details:

Design your own reusable Styrofoam print plate and use it to create reproductions of your art! 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

Printmaking

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Central at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-12

Design your own reusable Styrofoam print plate and use it to create reproductions of your art! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Event Details:

Design your own reusable Styrofoam print plate and use it to create reproductions of your 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

Drop In: Pop-up Cards

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Tree House at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-6

Drop in and make pop up cards for your favorite valentines. Most appropriate for kids in grades kindergarten through 6th grade.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Tree House
Age Group: Kids, Grades K-6
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Event Details:

Drop in and make pop up cards for your favorite valentines. Most appropriate for kids in grades kindergarten through 6th grade.

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

Anime Club

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Central at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Drop-In
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-12

Meet up with fellow fans to geek out about all things anime and manga! We'll also be viewing anime voted on by the club. This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Book Club, Drop-In
Event Details:

Meet up with fellow fans to geek out about all things anime and manga! We'll also be viewing anime voted on by the club. This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades.

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

3D Printing Drop-In

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace Drop-In at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Family, Everyone

Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a small candy kiss container.

This is a drop-in program. 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 small candy kiss container.

This is a drop-in program. Pop by any time between 2 and 4 p.m.

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

After School Drop In: Build it!

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:45pm
Tree House at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Drop-In
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-6

Use your imagination and free build with Bristle blocks and Hinge toys. For kids in grades preschool through 6th grade.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Tree House
Age Group: Kids, Grades K-6
Program Type: Drop-In
Event Details:

Use your imagination and free build with Bristle blocks and Hinge toys. For kids in grades preschool through 6th grade.

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

Punch Needle

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Central at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-12

Learn a new type of fluffy embroidery! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Event Details:

Learn a new type of fluffy embroidery! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Coloring Club

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Age Group:
Adults

Experience the stress-reducing benefits and creative self-discovery of adult coloring. Supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own coloring utensils and prints if you prefer. Color, relax and chat – bring a friend!

 

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Event Details:

Experience the stress-reducing benefits and creative self-discovery of adult coloring. Supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own coloring utensils and prints if you prefer. Color, relax and chat – bring a friend!

 

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

3D Printing Drop-In

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace Drop-In at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Family, Everyone

Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a small candy kiss container.

This is a drop-in program. 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 small candy kiss container.

This is a drop-in program. Pop by any time between 2 and 4 p.m.

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

Punch Needle

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Central at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-12

Learn a new type of fluffy embroidery! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Event Details:

Learn a new type of fluffy embroidery! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

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

3D Printing Drop-In

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace Drop-In at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Drop-In, Makerspace, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Family, Everyone

Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a small candy kiss container.

This is a drop-in program. 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 small candy kiss container.

This is a drop-in program. Pop by any time between 2 and 4 p.m.

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

Punch Needle

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Central at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-12

Learn a new type of fluffy embroidery! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Event Details:

Learn a new type of fluffy embroidery! 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

Punch Needle

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Central at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-12

Learn a new type of fluffy embroidery! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Event Details:

Learn a new type of fluffy embroidery! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

This event is in the "Adults" group

746 Needlework Club

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Room at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Drop-In
Age Group:
Kids, Age 5 & Under, Grades K-6, Family

Pet therapy teams visit the Library to help motivate children to read. Wear your jammies to the Library, snuggle up to a pup and read.

All children must be accompanied by an adult. For groups larger than 5, please call ahead.

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. Wear your jammies to the Library, snuggle up to a pup and read.

All children must be accompanied by an adult. For groups larger than 5, please call ahead.

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

Macramé

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Central at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In, Tinker Zone
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-12

Braid and knot your own keychain with macramé! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

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

Braid and knot your own keychain with macramé! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Board Game Night

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:45pm
Meeting Room A at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Drop-In, Gaming
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Library Branch: Council Bluffs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group

Macramé

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Central at Council Bluffs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In, Tinker Zone
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-12

Braid and knot your own keychain with macramé! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

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

Braid and knot your own keychain with macramé! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.