Upcoming Events

We invite you to a special history presentation focusing on the divergent leadership styles of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X during the Civil Rights Movement.

If you are curious about starting your family history research, we invite you to attend our upcoming program on genealogy.

Your idea deserves the spotlight! In Part 2 of our Startup Series, we’re diving into business plans and branding—what they are, why they matter, and how to build your own.

Join us was we explore Abraham Lincoln’s time as a railroad lawyer and his connection to local Council Bluffs history!

For anyone that is interested in or loves French culture and language--this is the program for you! Join us as Jan Lund presents an overview of the city of Paris and discuss its abiding attraction to people from all over the world. 

A speaker from Pottawattamie County Conservation will be sharing the ways local animals have adapted to live in Iowa. Afterwards, there will be a hands-on activities for each age group (4-7, 8-11, 12-18).

A speaker from Pottawattamie County Conservation will be sharing the ways local animals have adapted to live in Iowa. Afterwards, there will be a hands-on activities for each age group (4-7, 8-11, 12-18).

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.

Join us for "Etched in Stone," presented by Dr. Richard Warner of the Historical Society of Pottawattamie County.

You’ve got the idea—now let’s talk dollars. Part 3 of the Startup Series covers the money side of running your own business: pricing, budgeting, and staying organized. Learn how to make your business make sense (and cents)! 
 

Join author Dion Leonard for a captivating event as he presents the main edition of his New York Times bestselling book, Finding Gobi.

Join us for this captivating, Iowa-themed program presented by Iowa native Darrin Crow. State history comes to life in these delightful tales of early Iowa, featuring the Great Honey War of 1838, when Iowa was nearly invaded by Missouri!

Experience the Andean cultures of Ecuador, Bolivia, Peru and Chile through an acoustic journey and storytelling.

Join us for this special Meet a Musician storytime with the Omaha Symphony! We’ll be joined by a clarinet player who will bring the children’s book "Kitten’s First Full Moon" to life with live music. 

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The third annual Historic Preservation Party will be held on Saturday March 28, 2026 at the Council Bluffs Public Library from 9 am - 4 pm.

The third annual Historic Preservation Party will be held on Saturday March 28, 2026 at the Council Bluffs Public Library from 9 am - 4 pm.

"Iowa in the Civil War," will feature a first-person portrayal of Sgt. George Cruikshank.

Join us Monday, April 6 at 6:30 p.m. for an inspiring story of Michele Mattingly, Director of the World Giraffe Alliance, who climbed Mount Kilimanjaro and found a mission.

Kick off your business ideas in the library! In this session of the Startup Series, you are invited to tour the library's Makerspace and explore tools you can use to bring your products and projects to life.

This presentation by Scott Samuelson of Iowa State University focuses on the big moral and political issues surrounding artificial intelligence. What exactly is AI?

Are you familiar with the Sir Francis Drake scam and the Iowa man who perpetrated it? Have you heard of the 17-year-old Iowa girl who saved a train full of passengers?

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