Upcoming Events

We are excited to invite you to our upcoming program focusing on succulents!

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. 

A ranger from the National Parks Service will join us to share Lewis & Clark’s epic journey across uncharted territory! The presentation will be followed by activities for each age group (4-7, 8-11, 12 and up).

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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?

Youth Librarians Ms. Chris and Ms. Theresa will talk about the importance of native plants and all the cool insects that visit them, followed by activities for each age group (4-7, 8-11, 12 and up).

Council Bluffs Public Library and Pottawattamie Conservation have teamed up to offer a FREE 4 class series focused on giving you the confidence and background knowledge you need to grow a beautiful native garden that supports wildlife and provides

The presentation will focus on Financial Power of Attorney, Health Care Power of Attorney, Living Wills and The Final Disposition Act by Attorney Deb Peterson. 

John, Paul, George and Ringo may never have ventured into Council Bluffs, but their influence was very much felt here and on the music we listen to in the Metro.

Join us for an informative and engaging program about Jennie Edmundson Hospital. This presentation will explore the hospital's rich history, from its founding to its growth over the years.

Before television, radio, and film, there was vaudeville. Did you know that there were famous vaudeville actors from Iowa?

Learn about the hidden dangers of pesticide use and discover simple, effective ways to grow a lush and healthy yard without chemicals.

2026 marks the 250th birthday of the United States and the Council Bluffs Public Library invites you to be a part of the celebration of America 250! 

Please join us for this presentation that will show you how to prepare healthy food on a budget! Geré Stevens and Asley Wilson with Iowa State Extension and Outreach will teach attendees how to plan for healthy summer meals while sticking to