Wildlings Camp is a great way to introduce your child to the wonders of the outdoors. Did you know butterflies taste with their feet? Or that most flowers cannot make seeds without help from insects. Insects are fascinating and have so many neat adaptations to learn about. Go on an insect safari and see what insects live in the forests and prairies. Discover their secrets and learn more about these tiny creatures that share our world.
Online pre-registration is required as space is limited.
Wildlings Camp is a great way to introduce your child to the wonders of the outdoors. Did you know butterflies taste with their feet? Or that most flowers cannot make seeds without help from insects. Insects are fascinating and have so many neat adaptations to learn about. Go on an insect safari and see what insects live in the forests and prairies. Discover their secrets and learn more about these tiny creatures that share our world.
Online pre-registration is required as space is limited.
The Council Bluffs Fire Department hosts hydrant parties throughout the summer on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. at various locations in Council Bluffs. Join them for some old fashioned summer fun!
Thanks to Council Bluffs Water Works for providing the water and Centris Federal Credit Union for giving out frozen treats!
Come over to the Treynor Farmer's Market, where you can shop for local produce from amazing local vendors, enjoy exciting activities, and support our local farmers! See the schedule below for the special theme nights and activities.
Theme Nights:
Adult Board Game Night - bring a friend!
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.
Wildlings Camp is a great way to introduce your child to the wonders of the outdoors. How far can a frog jump? Learn the answer and much more as we learn more about frogs and other amphibians. Meet live frogs & have a "hopping" good time with hands-on activities & a froggy craft.
Online pre-registration is required as space is limited.
Celebrate National Coloring Book Day with us! Open coloring all day! Supplies provided.
Wildlings Camp is a great way to introduce your child to the wonders of the outdoors. How far can a frog jump? Learn the answer and much more as we learn more about frogs and other amphibians. Meet live frogs & have a "hopping" good time with hands-on activities & a froggy craft.
Online pre-registration is required as space is limited.
The Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) works towards the promotion and protection of historic districts, landmarks, and sites within the City of Council Bluffs. The HPC reviews and approves all exterior modifications to locally designated historic buildings, landmarks, and sites.
Join us on North Elm Street in Avoca every Wednesday evening, June through September, for the Avoca Main Street Farmers Market. We will host local produce vendors, bakers, crafters, artisans, and food trucks. Entertainment and family activities from the Avoca Public Library and Avoca Main Street are featured every week.
Join us for live trivia every Wednesday from 7 pm-9 pm! Get your free answer at americaspubquiz.com. Prizes for the top 3 teams! 1st prize is a $40 gift card, a $20 gift card for 2nd and a $10 gift card for 3rd! Teams can be as big or small as you like. Trivia is general knowledge and includes a variety of categories!
It's time for the annual Carson Community Rodeo! Enjoy a 'small-town rodeo with a big-time feel' right here in Pottawattamie County.
*Event image was taken and provided by Megan Bourette
Wildlings Camp is a great way to introduce your child to the wonders of the outdoors. Our furry friends the cottontail rabbit, whitetail deer, raccoon, fox, and more take center stage at this camp. Touch & feel animal furs, head out on a hike to spot animal tracks, and learn about some of the furry friends that make Hitchcock Nature Center their home.
Online pre-registration is required as space is limited.
Wildlings Camp is a great way to introduce your child to the wonders of the outdoors. Our furry friends the cottontail rabbit, whitetail deer, raccoon, fox, and more take center stage at this camp. Touch & feel animal furs, head out on a hike to spot animal tracks, and learn about some of the furry friends that make Hitchcock Nature Center their home.
Online pre-registration is required as space is limited.
The Council Bluffs Fire Department hosts hydrant parties throughout the summer on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. at various locations in Council Bluffs. Join them for some old fashioned summer fun!
Thanks to Council Bluffs Water Works for providing the water and Centris Federal Credit Union for giving out frozen treats!
Ride your bike from Cochran Park to Bayliss Park for the farmers market this week and receive $5 in market bucks! Bike to Bayliss (Farmers Market) Thursday, August 3, 2023. Pick up your market bucks at Cochran Park from 4-7 p.m. while supplies last, and pedal your way to Bayliss Park for the market. Riding your bike to the farmers market promotes a healthy lifestyle and reduces your carbon footprint while supporting local farmers! Plus you get to experience the new FIRST AVE trail! Bonus: Rent an e-bike from Heartland Bike Share! The Library has passes! #unleashcb #councilbluffs
Shop, eat, and play all summer! Come check out Farmers Market Council Bluffs, now in it’s 14th season! Located in Bayliss Park, the farmers market showcases both seasonal and weekly vendors every Thursday evening from 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm. The farmers market also includes wellness activities and live entertainment. Have kids? Not a problem! Along with plenty to do for the adults, there is a play space to entertain the kids.
The Community Wellness Bash is a completely free annual celebration of wellness in our community, as well as a community-wide resource fair to highlight all of the amazing resources, services, supports and activities that make living and working in the Council Bluffs metro so great! Taking place in Bayliss Park in conjunction with the Council Bluffs Farmers Market, the Wellness Bash offers fun activities, free swag, health screenings, and *free* Farmers Market Bucks to enjoy all the market has to offer. Come join your friends and neighbors for an evening in the park and learn how you can be healthy, strong and connected!
The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).
Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.
Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog.
Thirty years after Travis Tritt launched his music career, the Southern rock-influenced artist continues to sell out shows and stay true and relevant to country music fans.
It's time for the annual Carson Community Rodeo! Enjoy a 'small-town rodeo with a big-time feel' right here in Pottawattamie County.
*Event image was taken and provided by Megan Bourette
Wildlings Camp is a great way to introduce your child to the wonders of the outdoors. Why do snakes stick out their tongues? How do snakes move without legs? What other reptiles make Iowa their home? Join us for this hands-on camp and find out! Campers will get to meet a local snake and learn all about reptile adaptations through hands-on activities.
Online pre-registration is required as space is limited.
Get ready to unleash your inner rockstar at Rockfest, the concert experience you don't want to miss! Prepare to be blown away by performances from bands like Motionless in White, In This Moment, Machine Head, Fit for a King, From Ashes to New, 10 Years, Frame on Fire, and The Impulsive. This event promises to deliver a non-stop rock extravaganza.
Wildlings Camp is a great way to introduce your child to the wonders of the outdoors. Why do snakes stick out their tongues? How do snakes move without legs? What other reptiles make Iowa their home? Join us for this hands-on camp and find out! Campers will get to meet a local snake and learn all about reptile adaptations through hands-on activities.
Online pre-registration is required as space is limited.
This is a great night for families! Come down together and enjoy our Friday nights as we transform The Hub into a night of cosmic fun! The lights will go down, the music will go up, and we will fire up lasers, black lights, disco balls, and more. This event includes open jump, glow-in-the-dark dodgeball, games, and giveaways! All ages are welcome! From 8:00- 10:30 pm!
It's time for the annual Carson Community Rodeo! Enjoy a 'small-town rodeo with a big-time feel' right here in Pottawattamie County.
*Event image was taken and provided by Megan Bourette
Join CB Parks and Rec for the Youth Fishing Derby! Space is limited, and registration is required. Registration closes on August 2 or when the Derby is full. Get all the details on our website: https://www.councilbluffs-ia.gov/2420/Youth-Fishing-Derby
Age Divisions and Fishing Times:
Come out and tour the airport and museum, meet pilots, view aircrafts on the ramp and in the hangar, and learn about opportunities in Aviation Discovery Flights by Revv Aviation during the Great Plains Wing of the Commemorative Air Force Council Bluffs Municipal Airport KCBF Annual Pancake Breakfast, Fly-In and Open House. Free will donation.
The River City Farmers Market is a family-friendly farm market that sells vegetables, baked goods, Tupperware, plus so much more. We have fresh in-season vegetables available each week, along with fresh baked breads and goodies. Honey, popcorn, jelly, BBQ sauce, dressings, salsas, mustards, plants including herbs and succulents, and hydroponic tomatoes.
Over a single weekend, over 60 local businesses, historic landmarks, sacred sites, creative spaces, and other hidden gems will join in opening their doors to showcase the uniqueness that makes the Council Bluffs-Omaha metro such a marvelous place. Inspired by similar concepts in cities like Denver, Minneapolis, and Chicago, Omaha by Design is excited to present the second annual Open Omaha on August 5 & 6, 2023. Venues will open their doors 10:00 am - 5:00 pm each day, with printed event guides and an Open Omaha app available to navigate to metro. Open Omaha is curated to inspire, built for all-ages, and free to attendees and hosts. To learn more and plan your adventure today, visit OpenOmaha.org
Council Bluffs Locations:
First Avenue Trail/Cochran Park
186 S. 21st St. Council Bluffs, IA 51501
Squirrel Cage Jail
226 Pearl St. Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Bregant House
517 S. 4th St. Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Harvester Artist Lofts
1000 S. Main St. Council Bluffs, IA 51503
The annual Carson Community Rodeo Parade is happening at 10:30 am on Saturday, August 5th! Come down to Broadway Street to see a variety of parade floats.
Our Spirit of Courage Gala is a benefit to help the Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital Cancer Center Charitable Patient Care Fund. Join us for dinner, cocktails, a silent auction, and more as we honor four amazing individuals who will share their cancer journey with us. Since 2003, our annual Spirit of Courage events have raised over $2 million. One hundred percent of the proceeds are donated to the Spirit of Courage Cancer Center Charitable Patient Care Fund, which assists uninsured and underinsured patients who need help covering expenses associated with the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. This fund assists patients by paying for medications, treatments and deductibles as well as everyday living expenses such as groceries, rent and gas. Without this type of financial help, many vulnerable members of our community would need to forgo vital treatments and/or medications. $90 per person gala ticket or $900 per reserved table for 10.
Gov't Mule has galvanized a global fan base with their honest, organic, and daring music and improvisational virtuosity, leading them to be recognized as a premier jam band.
Drop the kids off every other Saturday night as we transform The Hub into nights of cosmic fun! The lights go down, the music goes up, while we fire up lasers, black lights, disco balls, and fog machines. These weekend events include open jump, glow-in-the-dark dodgeball, games, and giveaways! Memberships will be verified upon check-in, $20 entrance fee for members. $25 for a regular ticket
Over a single weekend, over 60 local businesses, historic landmarks, sacred sites, creative spaces, and other hidden gems will join in opening their doors to showcase the uniqueness that makes the Council Bluffs-Omaha metro such a marvelous place. Inspired by similar concepts in cities like Denver, Minneapolis, and Chicago, Omaha by Design is excited to present the second annual Open Omaha on August 5 & 6, 2023. Venues will open their doors 10:00 am - 5:00 pm each day, with printed event guides and an Open Omaha app available to navigate to metro. Open Omaha is curated to inspire, built for all-ages, and free to attendees and hosts. To learn more and plan your adventure today, visit OpenOmaha.org
Council Bluffs Locations:
First Avenue Trail/Cochran Park
186 S. 21st St. Council Bluffs, IA 51501
Squirrel Cage Jail
226 Pearl St. Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Bregant House
517 S. 4th St. Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Harvester Artist Lofts
1000 S. Main St. Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Ages: 4 through grade 5
Cost: Free
Calling all kids! Join us at Southside for an out-of-this-world experience! At Stellar, kids discover how they can shine Jesus’ love and hope in everyday life! Kids participate in memorable Bible-learning activities, sing catchy songs, play teamwork-building games, make and devour yummy treats, experience one-of-a-kind Bible Adventures, collect Bible Memory Buddies to remind them of Jesus’ light, and test out Sciency-Fun Gizmos they’ll take home and play with all summer long. Plus, kids will learn to look for evidence of God all around them through something called God Sightings. Register on-line at https://southsidechristianchurchcb.org/vbs-2023.
Join Sicangu Lakota artist and educator Steve Tamayo for this hands-on lecture about Traditional Games of the Plains Region. These games incorporate creation stories, language, virtue and values, specific roles and responsibilities of the people. Discover Stick games, Hand games, Moccasin games, Plum Pit, Tasiha Unpi deer bone game and more. This program is free and open to the public and was made possible with help from the Council Bluffs Public Library Foundation.
You can help thousands of local kindergarten, middle and high school students who lack essential hygiene items regain their confidence and shine bright, achieving more in school and beyond. Shine Bright is a fundraiser in partnership with Omaha, Papillion La Vista, and Council Bluffs Public Schools, in addition to partnering with JAG Nebraska, where Shine Bright kits will be provided to local students who need them most. A Shine Bright kit contains all the items kids need to feel good and succeed in the classroom and in life!
Visit our website to learn how you can help by either giving a Shine Bright Kit or volunteering your time!
The Friends of Underwood organize the Monday Markets, featuring locally grown produce and goods. Stop by for great company and shopping. This week's special theme is supporting local businesses!
Ages: 4 through grade 5
Cost: Free
Calling all kids! Join us at Southside for an out-of-this-world experience! At Stellar, kids discover how they can shine Jesus’ love and hope in everyday life! Kids participate in memorable Bible-learning activities, sing catchy songs, play teamwork-building games, make and devour yummy treats, experience one-of-a-kind Bible Adventures, collect Bible Memory Buddies to remind them of Jesus’ light, and test out Sciency-Fun Gizmos they’ll take home and play with all summer long. Plus, kids will learn to look for evidence of God all around them through something called God Sightings. Register on-line at https://southsidechristianchurchcb.org/vbs-2023.
You can help thousands of local kindergarten, middle and high school students who lack essential hygiene items regain their confidence and shine bright, achieving more in school and beyond. Shine Bright is a fundraiser in partnership with Omaha, Papillion La Vista, and Council Bluffs Public Schools, in addition to partnering with JAG Nebraska, where Shine Bright kits will be provided to local students who need them most. A Shine Bright kit contains all the items kids need to feel good and succeed in the classroom and in life!
Visit our website to learn how you can help by either giving a Shine Bright Kit or volunteering your time!
This workshop is designed to help small business owners and employees learn about the power of video marketing and how to create effective videos to promote their business. Participants will gain practical knowledge and skills to create high-quality videos on a budget, tell compelling stories, and engage with their target audience.
The Council Bluffs Fire Department hosts hydrant parties throughout the summer on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. at various locations in Council Bluffs. Join them for some old fashioned summer fun!
Thanks to Council Bluffs Water Works for providing the water and Centris Federal Credit Union for giving out frozen treats!
Come over to the Treynor Farmer's Market, where you can shop for local produce from amazing local vendors, enjoy exciting activities, and support our local farmers! See the schedule below for the special theme nights and activities.
Theme Nights:
The City Planning Commission advises the City Council on matters of zoning, subdivision, development, and comprehensive planning for the City.
Ages: 4 through grade 5
Cost: Free
Calling all kids! Join us at Southside for an out-of-this-world experience! At Stellar, kids discover how they can shine Jesus’ love and hope in everyday life! Kids participate in memorable Bible-learning activities, sing catchy songs, play teamwork-building games, make and devour yummy treats, experience one-of-a-kind Bible Adventures, collect Bible Memory Buddies to remind them of Jesus’ light, and test out Sciency-Fun Gizmos they’ll take home and play with all summer long. Plus, kids will learn to look for evidence of God all around them through something called God Sightings. Register on-line at https://southsidechristianchurchcb.org/vbs-2023.
You can help thousands of local kindergarten, middle and high school students who lack essential hygiene items regain their confidence and shine bright, achieving more in school and beyond. Shine Bright is a fundraiser in partnership with Omaha, Papillion La Vista, and Council Bluffs Public Schools, in addition to partnering with JAG Nebraska, where Shine Bright kits will be provided to local students who need them most. A Shine Bright kit contains all the items kids need to feel good and succeed in the classroom and in life!
Visit our website to learn how you can help by either giving a Shine Bright Kit or volunteering your time!
Join us on North Elm Street in Avoca every Wednesday evening, June through September, for the Avoca Main Street Farmers Market. We will host local produce vendors, bakers, crafters, artisans, and food trucks. Entertainment and family activities from the Avoca Public Library and Avoca Main Street are featured every week.
Ages: 4 through grade 5
Cost: Free
Calling all kids! Join us at Southside for an out-of-this-world experience! At Stellar, kids discover how they can shine Jesus’ love and hope in everyday life! Kids participate in memorable Bible-learning activities, sing catchy songs, play teamwork-building games, make and devour yummy treats, experience one-of-a-kind Bible Adventures, collect Bible Memory Buddies to remind them of Jesus’ light, and test out Sciency-Fun Gizmos they’ll take home and play with all summer long. Plus, kids will learn to look for evidence of God all around them through something called God Sightings. Register on-line at https://southsidechristianchurchcb.org/vbs-2023.
Join us for live trivia every Wednesday from 7 pm-9 pm! Get your free answer at americaspubquiz.com. Prizes for the top 3 teams! 1st prize is a $40 gift card, a $20 gift card for 2nd and a $10 gift card for 3rd! Teams can be as big or small as you like. Trivia is general knowledge and includes a variety of categories!
You can help thousands of local kindergarten, middle and high school students who lack essential hygiene items regain their confidence and shine bright, achieving more in school and beyond. Shine Bright is a fundraiser in partnership with Omaha, Papillion La Vista, and Council Bluffs Public Schools, in addition to partnering with JAG Nebraska, where Shine Bright kits will be provided to local students who need them most. A Shine Bright kit contains all the items kids need to feel good and succeed in the classroom and in life!
Visit our website to learn how you can help by either giving a Shine Bright Kit or volunteering your time!
To schedule your appointment, please call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: CBLibrary.
This is free and open to everyone in our community. Thursday walks are 45-60 minutes, and Saturday walks are 60-120 minutes, both offering varying degrees of intensity (easy, moderate, hard), depending on location. You can also shorten your walk to suit your schedule. Check our Facebook Group: Walk the Bluffs for details.
Shop, eat, and play all summer! Come check out Farmers Market Council Bluffs, now in it’s 14th season! Located in Bayliss Park, the farmers market showcases both seasonal and weekly vendors every Thursday evening from 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm. The farmers market also includes wellness activities and live entertainment. Have kids? Not a problem! Along with plenty to do for the adults, there is a play space to entertain the kids.
The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).
Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.
Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog.
Ages: 4 through grade 5
Cost: Free
Calling all kids! Join us at Southside for an out-of-this-world experience! At Stellar, kids discover how they can shine Jesus’ love and hope in everyday life! Kids participate in memorable Bible-learning activities, sing catchy songs, play teamwork-building games, make and devour yummy treats, experience one-of-a-kind Bible Adventures, collect Bible Memory Buddies to remind them of Jesus’ light, and test out Sciency-Fun Gizmos they’ll take home and play with all summer long. Plus, kids will learn to look for evidence of God all around them through something called God Sightings. Register on-line at https://southsidechristianchurchcb.org/vbs-2023.
Knitting, crochet, embroidery - all skill levels welcome! Meet with people who share your interest in needlework; share ideas and help each other! Bring your own supplies or projects to work on. 746 Needlework Club normally meets the second and fourth Thursday each month. It is free and open to the public.
Looking to get your craft on? Stop by the Makerspace to make & take a Vinyl Cat Window Peeker. 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! Paper Crafting Drop-In is free and open to the public. No registration necessary.
Born in Ames, IA in 1862, William Ashley Sunday was an American outfielder in baseball's National League. In 1891 he gave up baseball to become a YMCA worker and began conducting religious revivals in 1896. He was ordained a Presbyterian minister in 1903 and was widely considered the most influential American evangelist during the first two decades of the 20th century. Presented by Hutchinson, MN author Craig Bishop. This program is free and open to the public and was made possible with help from the Council Bluffs Public Library Foundation.
You can help thousands of local kindergarten, middle and high school students who lack essential hygiene items regain their confidence and shine bright, achieving more in school and beyond. Shine Bright is a fundraiser in partnership with Omaha, Papillion La Vista, and Council Bluffs Public Schools, in addition to partnering with JAG Nebraska, where Shine Bright kits will be provided to local students who need them most. A Shine Bright kit contains all the items kids need to feel good and succeed in the classroom and in life!
Visit our website to learn how you can help by either giving a Shine Bright Kit or volunteering your time!
Don't miss Whiskey Myers on Friday, August 11th at Harrah's Stir Concert Cove! Genre-bending band Whiskey Myers have played more than 3,000 live shows to ever-increasing crowd sizes since their emergence in 2007. Their self-produced fifth studio album, Whiskey Myers, out now on the band's own Wiggly Thump Records, debuted at No. 1 on both the County and Americana/Folk sales charts, at No. 2 on the Rock chart, and No. 6 on the all-genre Billboard 200 chart.
This is a great night for families! Come down together and enjoy our Friday nights as we transform The Hub into a night of cosmic fun! The lights will go down, the music will go up, and we will fire up lasers, black lights, disco balls, and more. This event includes open jump, glow-in-the-dark dodgeball, games, and giveaways! All ages are welcome! From 8:00- 10:30 pm!
Join us for the Zinnia Flower Festival and enjoy a beautiful display of zinnias! With paid admission, you can purchase a flower cup for $5 to fill with fresh zinnias and take home. Our festival also features stunning flower crowns for purchase made from the zinnias grown right here on site. It's the perfect way to celebrate the beauty and color of these beloved flowers. Don't miss out on the chance to experience the Zinnia Flower Festival and all the wonders it has to offer!
The River City Farmers Market is a family-friendly farm market that sells vegetables, baked goods, Tupperware, plus so much more. We have fresh in-season vegetables available each week, along with fresh baked breads and goodies. Honey, popcorn, jelly, BBQ sauce, dressings, salsas, mustards, plants including herbs and succulents, and hydroponic tomatoes.
When summer is at its hottest and gold is just beginning to touch the grasses, join Dustin Clayton at Hitchcock Nature Center and witness how life is ripening as the growing season approaches its apogee. We'll examine the nut trees and check their progress and take a close look at the late summer flowers and plants competing for pollinators. We'll talk about the vast array of wild medicines, foods, and craft materials present at this time and about how to respectfully engage with this bounty and incorporate forest and prairie plants into your home garden. Hosted by naturalist Dustin Clayton. Cost is $10/person. Ages 16+. Registration required.
Enjoy ballroom dancing in our beautiful ballroom! We have some of the best live orchestras to deliver a great dancing & music experience. Split the pot at each dance; occasional raffles. Free snacks provided!
Growing up in the early 1800s, P.T. Barnum displays a natural talent for publicity and promotion. After trying his hand at various jobs, P.T. turns to show business to indulge his limitless imagination, rising from nothing to create the Barnum & Bailey circus. Barnum's mesmerizing spectacle soon takes the world by storm to become the greatest show on Earth. 2017 ~ PG ~ 1 hour, 45 minutes Popcorn included!
Music by “First Jason” with Ari Lehman horror icon meet and greet! Ari was the actor who played Jason in Friday the 13th (1980) Special guests, “The Scabby Ghouls” and, “The Shidiots”! Come dressed as a slasher victim for a chance to win a prize! Doors at 8 Show at 9 $15
Drop the kids off every other Saturday night as we transform The Hub into nights of cosmic fun! The lights go down, the music goes up, while we fire up lasers, black lights, disco balls, and fog machines. These weekend events include open jump, glow-in-the-dark dodgeball, games, and giveaways! Memberships will be verified upon check-in, $20 entrance fee for members. $25 for a regular ticket
Join us for the Zinnia Flower Festival and enjoy a beautiful display of zinnias! With paid admission, you can purchase a flower cup for $5 to fill with fresh zinnias and take home. Our festival also features stunning flower crowns for purchase made from the zinnias grown right here on site. It's the perfect way to celebrate the beauty and color of these beloved flowers. Don't miss out on the chance to experience the Zinnia Flower Festival and all the wonders it has to offer!
An old-fashioned ice cream social is planned for Sunday, August 13, 2023, at Carstens 1880 Farmstead near Shelby. This will be a family-friendly event for all ages. The ice cream social will begin at 4 and conclude at 6 p.m. “We’re having our annual ice cream social again, so come out and enjoy the farm,” says Carstens President Charlie Leaders, Minden. Leaders adds, “The homemade ice cream will be made by B & K Ice Cream, Minden, Iowa. B & K Ice Cream is our board member Ben Ausdemore and his wife, Katie. I hope we see a good crowd come out to the ice cream social again this year.” A community meeting to plan for the upcoming 40th Annual Carstens Farm Days will take place following the ice cream social at 6 p.m. The Board of Directors is hosting the meeting for all Carstens 1880 Farmstead members as well as interested members of the public. Reports will be given by various committees which have been organized for the show.
The Friends of Underwood organize the Monday Markets, featuring locally grown produce and goods. Stop by for great company and shopping. This week's special theme is pie night!
Come over to the Treynor Farmer's Market, where you can shop for local produce from amazing local vendors, enjoy exciting activities, and support our local farmers! See the schedule below for the special theme nights and activities.
Theme Nights:
Adult Board Game Night - bring a friend!
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.
Join us Tuesday, August 15th at 7:00 p.m. for the fourth hike of the 2023 Hitch Hike series! Meet up with the group at the Old Lincoln Highway Deck at the Hitchcock Nature Center Campground to begin this walk down the Hohneke Trail to Oak Avenue and the Bunker Hill Loop. Explore the northern section of the park and view a remnant of the original Old Lincoln Highway. Pre-registration is not required for this event, although free-will donations will be gratefully accepted and used to fund additional free and low-cost public programming at your county parks. Free with $5/vehicle park entry or membership. Weather permitting. Please meet up with the group at the Old Lincoln Highway Deck at the Hitchcock Nature Center Campground. Pets: Well-behaved dogs are permitted to accompany their owners but must be leashed at all times.
Join us on North Elm Street in Avoca every Wednesday evening, June through September, for the Avoca Main Street Farmers Market. We will host local produce vendors, bakers, crafters, artisans, and food trucks. Entertainment and family activities from the Avoca Public Library and Avoca Main Street are featured every week.
Join us for live trivia every Wednesday from 7 pm-9 pm! Get your free answer at americaspubquiz.com. Prizes for the top 3 teams! 1st prize is a $40 gift card, a $20 gift card for 2nd and a $10 gift card for 3rd! Teams can be as big or small as you like. Trivia is general knowledge and includes a variety of categories!
To schedule your appointment, please call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: CBLibrary.
This is free and open to everyone in our community. Thursday walks are 45-60 minutes, and Saturday walks are 60-120 minutes both offering varying degrees of intensity (easy, moderate, hard), depending on location. You can also shorten your walk to suit your schedule. Check our Facebook Group: Walk the Bluffs for details.
Jon, the Bluffs Bridge Club for a master point game of bridge every Thursday! (with the exception of major holidays). This is a great opportunity for newcomers and experts! RSVPs are highly encouraged and allow us to set up the right amount of players. Please call 816-260-5530 to save your spot. $8 per player.
New to bridge? Join us before the game at 10:30 for a free-of-charge lesson!
Shop, eat, and play all summer! Come check out Farmers Market Council Bluffs, now in it’s 14th season! Located in Bayliss Park, the farmers market showcases both seasonal and weekly vendors every Thursday evening from 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm. The farmers market also includes wellness activities and live entertainment. Have kids? Not a problem! Along with plenty to do for the adults, there is a play space to entertain the kids.
The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).
Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.
Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog.
Come down for the Fourth Gear of Bikes on the 100 Block featuring live music by Gallivant! There will be a block-long beer garden with lots of other great entertainment. Motorcycle parking will be allowed on the 100-400 blocks. Please enter from 2nd and Broadway with your motorcycle.
Presented by Edwards Motorsports & RVs + Barley's Bar + Defiance Harley-Davidson and The Council Bluffs 100 Block.
Huge indoor multi-family sale with something for everyone! Proceeds to benefit Children's Ministry & Programming. Nothing priced, pay what you can or feel it is worth.
Friday, August 18th, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. & Saturday, August 19th, 8 a.m. - Noon
Come help Macedonia ‘Celebrate the Arts’ during our annual Donia Days Celebration! Fun for the whole family! Three days of events!
Friday, August 18th:
Saturday, August 19th:
Sunday, August 20th:
Nestled in the bluffs overlooking the Missouri River Valley, Fairview Cemetery is home to many Council Bluffs settlers, business entrepreneurs, and a scurry of black squirrels. This tour explores the majesty of this historic memorial garden, the lives of some who rest there, and the art erected to memorialize them. Tickets start at $25.00
PACE Interactive incorporates the best of the Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center and raises funds to ensure arts programming provided by PACE remains affordable for everyone. The evening will showcase our local artists, performers, musicians, and culinary entrepreneurs. The open-house style event will feature: Our latest gallery exhibition, PACE New Masters, with 40+ talented artists, Main stage performances by Chanticleer Theater, Chanticleer Children’s Theater, Kanesville Symphony Orchestra, American Midwest Ballet Company and American Midwest Ballet School, Small bites and appetizers served by Kitchen Council entrepreneurs, Signature drink at McCormick's 1894 created by Chairs Jared & Cieandra Tripp, Tours of the five PACE artist studios, Live music and entertainment from community-based performers, A wide array of local art available for purchase in person and online. At PACE, we work to make the arts accessible and approachable. Dressy casual attire is recommended.
OMB will be rocking the Full Fledged Brewery as we re-ignite the fuse on our full-blown rock-n-roll party! Jimmy's back, and the gang is all here! Looking forward to seeing you there too!
Come Join TDawg and I as we explore this Depot that is well known for its ghostly residence. The Depot is just the beginning. The train yard holds several old train cars including a mail car and a dining car. We are free to investigate and explore all the cars in the yard. The dining car is the most active place and you immediately feel the energy as soon as you open the door!
***Please read before purchasing tickets***
No refunds, the investigation goes until 2 am, and tickets are for those 16 years old and up. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult ticket holder. There will be no drug or alcohol use of any kind. If you are spending the night, you need to bring your own sleeping bags and gear. You will need blankets, pillows, or whatever else you will need for sleep. There will be some snacks and drinks provided, but you should have dinner before coming or bring yourself something else if you need more than just a snack. For full details, please visit the event website.
This is a great night for families! Come down together and enjoy our Friday nights as we transform The Hub into a night of cosmic fun! The lights will go down, the music will go up, and we will fire up lasers, black lights, disco balls, and more. This event includes open jump, glow-in-the-dark dodgeball, games, and giveaways! All ages are welcome! From 8:00- 10:30 pm!
Join us on August 19th for a paranormal Investigation at The Squirrel Cage Jail. Christie can be seen on TravelChannels Most Terrifying Places in America talking about one of her most memorable experiences at this location. Now you can have a chance to try and relive that experience with her & gain some experiences of your own along the way! TDawg has had many experiences here as well, and he's ready to fearlessly take you through the dark halls of the Jail and help you reach out to the spirits that remain within.
***Please read before purchasing tickets***
No refunds, the Investigation goes until 2 am, and tickets are for those 16 and up. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult ticket holder. There will be no drug or alcohol use of any kind. If you are spending the night, you need to bring your own sleeping bags and gear. For full details, please read the description on the event website.
Hawthorne Heights is bringing the Iowa is For Lovers Festival to Stir Concert Cove! This two-day festival features some of your favorite alternative and emo bands.
Saturday, August 19th Lineup:
Sunday, August 20th Lineup:
Huge indoor multi-family sale with something for everyone! Proceeds to benefit Children's Ministry & Programming. Nothing priced, pay what you can or feel it is worth.
Friday, August 18th, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. & Saturday, August 19th, 8 a.m. - Noon
Join us & celebrated educator Ron Cisar for this month's session of "A Land Ethic Workshop." This program is perfect for anyone with an interest in conservation and a desire to develop a better understanding of the natural world outside their own front door. $15/person. Ages 14+. Program participants will enjoy a full morning of instruction & learning, including
- An introduction to common insects of the Midwest
- Continued instruction on nature journaling
- A reading & discussion of Aldo Leopold's essay "The Green Pasture"
- Life on the Forest Floor
-A Quadrat Study
- August Nature Calendar (phenology)
- Each month will include a look at Mother Nature's Calendar to help familiarize you with natural changes you can look for throughout the year and will finish out in true Leopold tradition, with a song.
The River City Farmers Market is a family-friendly farm market that sells vegetables, baked goods, Tupperware, plus so much more. We have fresh in-season vegetables available each week, along with fresh baked breads and goodies. Honey, popcorn, jelly, BBQ sauce, dressings, salsas, mustards, plants including herbs and succulents, and hydroponic tomatoes.
Come to Caddy’s for Drag Yourself to Brunch! We offer two shows; the first starts at 10 am and the second at 1 pm. Please call for reservations. We do offer a few walk-in tables, but reservations are recommended.
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.
Come help Macedonia ‘Celebrate the Arts’ during our annual Donia Days Celebration! Fun for the whole family! Three days of events!
Friday, August 18th:
Saturday, August 19th:
Sunday, August 20th:
Come Join TDawg and I as we explore this Depot that is well known for its ghostly residence. The Depot is just the beginning. The train yard holds several old train cars including a mail car and a dining car. We are free to investigate and explore all the cars in the yard. The dining car is the most active place and you immediately feel the energy as soon as you open the door!
***Please read before purchasing tickets***
No refunds, the investigation goes until 2 am, and tickets are for those 16 years old and up. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult ticket holder. There will be no drug or alcohol use of any kind. If you are spending the night, you need to bring your own sleeping bags and gear. You will need blankets, pillows, or whatever else you will need for sleep. There will be some snacks and drinks provided, but you should have dinner before coming or bring yourself something else if you need more than just a snack. For full details, please visit the event website.
Drop the kids off every other Saturday night as we transform The Hub into nights of cosmic fun! The lights go down, the music goes up, while we fire up lasers, black lights, disco balls, and fog machines. These weekend events include open jump, glow-in-the-dark dodgeball, games, and giveaways! Memberships will be verified upon check-in, $20 entrance fee for members. $25 for a regular ticket
Join us on August 19th for a paranormal Investigation at The Squirrel Cage Jail. Christie can be seen on TravelChannels Most Terrifying Places in America talking about one of her most memorable experiences at this location. Now you can have a chance to try and relive that experience with her & gain some experiences of your own along the way! TDawg has had many experiences here as well, and he's ready to fearlessly take you through the dark halls of the Jail and help you reach out to the spirits that remain within.
***Please read before purchasing tickets***
No refunds, the Investigation goes until 2 am, and tickets are for those 16 and up. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult ticket holder. There will be no drug or alcohol use of any kind. If you are spending the night, you need to bring your own sleeping bags and gear. For full details, please read the description on the event website.
Hawthorne Heights is bringing the Iowa is For Lovers Festival to Stir Concert Cove! This two-day festival features some of your favorite alternative and emo bands.
Saturday, August 19th Lineup:
Sunday, August 20th Lineup:
Come help Macedonia ‘Celebrate the Arts’ during our annual Donia Days Celebration! Fun for the whole family! Three days of events!
Friday, August 18th:
Saturday, August 19th:
Sunday, August 20th:
The Friends of Underwood organize the Monday Markets, featuring locally grown produce and goods. Stop by for great company and shopping. This week's special theme is school appreciation night!
Coloring can have a calming effect on the mind and promote overall wellness. 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!
Come over to the Treynor Farmer's Market, where you can shop for local produce from amazing local vendors, enjoy exciting activities, and support our local farmers! See the schedule below for the special theme nights and activities.
Theme Nights:
For nearly 100 years after the end of slavery, the Pullman Company hired almost exclusively Black employees, becoming the largest single employer of African Americans in the United States. During this conversation, we will review this history and observe the lengths porters went through to maintain their jobs and integrity. We’ll also discuss the work that went into eventually organizing their own labor union.
How is a tree like an apartment complex? Learn to identify local trees, what they need, how they function, and their role in an ecosystem. Enjoy a snack and stay after the program to explore the park and socialize. Cost for this event is $4.00 per person for children ages 3 and over and covers your park entry fee. Accompanying adults and children under 3 are free -- children under 3 do not need a reservation. Please meet at the Loess Hills Lodge Bluestem Room at 10 a.m. These programs are delivered in a small-group, mostly outdoor guided format and are designed for elementary students in kindergarten through early high school. Please note: Students 10 years of age and under must be accompanied by an adult. An option for unaccompanied students age 11 and older will be offered. For questions not answered online please call 712-545-3283.
How is a tree like an apartment complex? Learn to identify local trees, what they need, how they function, and their role in an ecosystem. Enjoy a snack and stay after the program to explore the park and socialize. Cost for this event is $4.00 per person for children ages 3 and over and covers your park entry fee. Accompanying adults and children under 3 are free -- children under 3 do not need a reservation. Please meet at the Loess Hills Lodge Bluestem Room at 1 p.m. These programs are delivered in a small-group, mostly outdoor guided format and are designed for elementary students in kindergarten through early high school. Please note: Students 10 years of age and under must be accompanied by an adult. An option for unaccompanied students age 11 and older will be offered. For questions not answered online please call 712-545-3283.
Join us on North Elm Street in Avoca every Wednesday evening, June through September, for the Avoca Main Street Farmers Market. We will host local produce vendors, bakers, crafters, artisans, and food trucks. Entertainment and family activities from the Avoca Public Library and Avoca Main Street are featured every week.
Join us for live trivia every Wednesday from 7 pm-9 pm! Get your free answer at americaspubquiz.com. Prizes for the top 3 teams! 1st prize is a $40 gift card, a $20 gift card for 2nd and a $10 gift card for 3rd! Teams can be as big or small as you like. Trivia is general knowledge and includes a variety of categories!
This is free and open to everyone in our community. Thursday walks are 45-60 minutes, and Saturday walks are 60-120 minutes both offering varying degrees of intensity (easy, moderate, hard), depending on location. You can also shorten your walk to suit your schedule. Check our Facebook Group: Walk the Bluffs for details.
The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).
Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.
Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog.
Knitting, crochet, embroidery - all skill levels welcome! Meet with people who share your interest in needlework; share ideas and help each other! Bring your own supplies or projects to work on. 746 Needlework Club normally meets the second and fourth Thursday each month. It is free and open to the public.
Join us for another fun and creative Hoff Fourth Friday lineup of food, music, arts, and much more! Explore all that the Hoff has to offer while enjoying some delicious beverages, food, and music at McCormick's 1894 bar.
Have you always wondered how cartoonists come up with the funny faces they draw? The art of caricature has been around for centuries. And now you can come up with caricatures of your own! Join award-winning cartoonist Jeff Koterba and enjoy a beverage from our McCormicks 1894 as he takes you through his step-by-step process of drawing caricatures of pretty much anyone—or anything. From celebrities to politicians to friends and family. Even your family pet! Drawing supplies provided, but feel free to bring photo references of a few faces you might like to draw. Either on a digital device, or magazine clippings, printouts, clippings, etc. Come join Jeff for what’s sure to be a fun evening filled with funny faces and laughter!
***1 free drink with class*** Members $15 | Non-Members $20
Art buffs and history enthusiasts alike are invited to the Hoff Family Arts and Culture Center on Friday night, October 21, as a re-enactor Richard (Dick) Miller and guests will bring artist Grant Wood’s inspiring legacy to life. The one-night-only event starts at 7:00PM in the gallery, which opens at 6:00PM for guests to explore beforehand. The 45-minute performance, which dramatizes Wood’s life, will be followed by a discussion of the artist’s work and his 80 years of impact since his passing. The audience will learn about Grant Wood’s life and legacy, including the story of American Gothic, Wood’s most recognizable painting. “He’s got a hundred surprising stories to tell.” Danna Kehm, CEO of PACE, said about Miller’s depth of knowledge. “He’s researched and read all the books. He genuinely loves the artist, and knows small details that bring Grant Wood’s story to life.”
This is a great night for families! Come down together and enjoy our Friday nights as we transform The Hub into a night of cosmic fun! The lights will go down, the music will go up, and we will fire up lasers, black lights, disco balls, and more. This event includes open jump, glow-in-the-dark dodgeball, games, and giveaways! All ages are welcome! From 8:00- 10:30 pm!
On Saturday, August 26th, you are invited to join us for the Annual Harvest Party and Competitive Grape Stomp from 12-5 pm. This fun, entertaining afternoon will feature:
The grape stomping competition begins with registration at 12:00. Two-person teams will head to the vineyard around 12:30 to pick a bucket of grapes which you and your teammate will stomp in hopes of finishing as one of the top three teams. Prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, 3rd place.
There is a $5 cover and a $10 entry fee to the grape stomp. Kids 5 and under are free.
We are looking forward to a fun afternoon and hope to see you on August 26th!
The River City Farmers Market is a family-friendly farm market that sells vegetables, baked goods, Tupperware, plus so much more. We have fresh in-season vegetables available each week, along with fresh baked breads and goodies. Honey, popcorn, jelly, BBQ sauce, dressings, salsas, mustards, plants including herbs and succulents, and hydroponic tomatoes.
Bring your family and friends! Activities for all ages. Red Cross blood drive, Hands only CPR instruction and practice, using solar energy, food storage and using it, bike & scooter safety, will & estate planning. Storytelling and coloring! Light lunch provided. Backpacks for first 50 children. Council Bluffs Fire Department bringing a fire truck and teaching safety for new school year
Have you always wondered how cartoonists come up with the funny faces they draw? The art of caricature has been around for centuries. And now you can come up with caricatures of your own! Join award-winning cartoonist Jeff Koterba as he takes you through his step-by-step process of drawing caricatures of pretty much anyone—or anything. From celebrities to politicians to friends and family. Even your family pet! Drawing supplies provided, but feel free to bring photo references of a few faces you might like to draw. Either on a digital device, or magazine clippings, printouts, clippings, etc. Come join Jeff for what’s sure to be a fun evening filled with funny faces and laughter! Members $5 | Non-Members $10
Enjoy ballroom dancing in our beautiful ballroom! We have some of the best live orchestras to deliver a great dancing & music experience. Split the pot at each dance; occasional raffles. Free snacks provided!
We're going to have "The Best of Times" on August 26th with STYX! This band is known for their melding of hard rock guitar and upbeat tracks with power ballads.
Drop the kids off every other Saturday night as we transform The Hub into nights of cosmic fun! The lights go down, the music goes up, while we fire up lasers, black lights, disco balls, and fog machines. These weekend events include open jump, glow-in-the-dark dodgeball, games, and giveaways! Memberships will be verified upon check-in, $20 entrance fee for members. $25 for a regular ticket
Get your motor running with the 6th Annual Wags & Wheels Car Show, a fundraising event for the animals at the Midlands Humane Society. This year’s event will run from 12:00- 4:00pm on Sunday, August 27th at Iowa Western Community College in Council Bluffs, IA. We will accept day-of registrations from 9:00-12:00pm, but we do encourage pre-registrations which will go live on Friday, June 23rd on the MHS Facebook page and website! We will feature 14 vehicle classes with 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place trophies in each, along with offering a specialty trophy in 5 “Best of” categories too! Do you have kids, grandkids, nieces or nephews who also love their cars? They can join our brand new "Kids" class for kiddos 10 years old and under! Awards will be at 3PM. Dash Plaques to the first 100 entrants. $25 per car entry. If registered by August 1, you will receive a FREE event T-Shirt. Additional shirts are $2.
The Friends of Underwood organize the Monday Markets, featuring locally grown produce and goods. Stop by for great company and shopping. This week's special activity is canvas painting!
Come over to the Treynor Farmer's Market, where you can shop for local produce from amazing local vendors, enjoy exciting activities, and support our local farmers! See the schedule below for the special theme nights and activities.
Theme Nights:
Join us for this 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 Parts A & B benefits, prescription drug benefit (Part D), Medicare Advantage plans, and Medicare supplement insurance.
A reservation is required by August 22, 2023. Please call (712) 328-2540, ext. 8142 to RSVP. SHIIP is a service of the State of Iowa. It does not sell or promote any insurance companies, policies, or agents.
Join us on North Elm Street in Avoca every Wednesday evening, June through September, for the Avoca Main Street Farmers Market. We will host local produce vendors, bakers, crafters, artisans, and food trucks. Entertainment and family activities from the Avoca Public Library and Avoca Main Street are featured every week.
Join us for live trivia every Wednesday from 7 pm-9 pm! Get your free answer at americaspubquiz.com. Prizes for the top 3 teams! 1st prize is a $40 gift card, a $20 gift card for 2nd and a $10 gift card for 3rd! Teams can be as big or small as you like. Trivia is general knowledge and includes a variety of categories!
This is free and open to everyone in our community. Thursday walks are 45-60 minutes, and Saturday walks are 60-120 minutes both offering varying degrees of intensity (easy, moderate, hard), depending on location. You can also shorten your walk to suit your schedule. Check our Facebook Group: Walk the Bluffs for details.
Join us for a "free" lunch served by Law Enforcement. Simply leave a freewill donation at your table and 100% of your donation will go to Special Olympics Iowa!
Shop, eat, and play all summer! Come check out Farmers Market Council Bluffs, now in it’s 14th season! Located in Bayliss Park, the farmers market showcases both seasonal and weekly vendors every Thursday evening from 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm. The farmers market also includes wellness activities and live entertainment. Have kids? Not a problem! Along with plenty to do for the adults, there is a play space to entertain the kids.
The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).
Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.
Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog.
Golden Hills is working with local partners to find volunteers for our seed harvesting project. Volunteers will visit local prairie remnants and learn how to identify which plants are available for seed collection. The hand-collected seed will then be used for local prairie restoration and reconstruction projects. Meet at the Loess Hills Lodge at Hitchcock. No experience required, but be prepared for a short hike on steep terrain.
Alter Bridge has steadily climbed to the forefront of hard rock worldwide. Don't miss them at Stir Cove on August 31st!