To schedule your appointment, please call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: CBLibrary.
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!
Registration is required. 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 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.
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
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.
Bloom Works will be hosting it's annual flower giveaway! Our goal is to giveaway over 10,000 blooms! Stop by our shop and receive 12 roses...free! Keep one rose for yourself and distribute the other 11 to 11 different people. We want to see how far and wide we can spread the love in our community. Flowers are first come first serve so get here early!
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 every Wednesday for a 15-mile (ish) Bike Ride - this is a social fun ride and uses the new FIRST AVE trail! Meet at the Railway around 5:00 PM. Can't make it at 5:00 PM? The ride takes off around 6:00 PM. Details: 📍Meet at the Railway - Ride departs around 6:00 🚴🏼 Rides will have a lead 🧭 Route varies each week, but mostly flat 👉 These are for everyone - families, novice and amateur riders 🚫 No drop - What's that mean? No one will be left behind
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.
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.
Book Sale Hours:
Fill a bag for $10 book sale prices:
Membership: Your annual membership in Friends of the Council Bluffs Public Library entitles you to admission to our Thursday pre-sale, and two free books at the sale, and helps support our wonderful public library. Join or renew your membership in our bookstore, at our book sale, or at https://www.councilbluffslibrary.org/about/friends-of-the-library
If you have questions about services offered to seniors, you're in luck. CountryHouse has gathered some of the best resources in Council Bluffs to answer questions about Memory Care, Assisted Living, Home Care, Hospice Care, Decluttering, Finances and more! Refreshments provided! Door prize will be drawn at each event. Information and brochures will be available.
September 7th Event Topic Brain Health & Memory Care
Host: Tiffany Eggett, Executive Director, Primrose Retirement Community
Panelists: Shelly Otten, Executive Director, CountryHouse Residence Jessica Duncan, Walk Manager, Alzheimer's Association Lois Turner, Senior Program Director, YMCA Healthy Living Center
Space is limited, RSVP to Libby - (712)355-8469 or lhiers@countryhouse.net
To commemorate Iowa’s 175th year of statehood, the State Historical Society of Iowa invites you to take a deep dive into some of the best books about Iowa’s fascinating history. Join Andrew Klumpp, editor of The Annals of Iowa, and a guest author for a lively, online discussion about each book.
This is a virtual event. View with us in Meeting Room C, or pre-register from our website to view it from home via Zoom. Books are available at the Reference desk.
Book for September - “A Woman of Adventure: The Life and Times of First Lady Lou Henry Hoover" by Annette Dunlap. Hosted by Andrew Klumpp and the author.
Join us for this Amazing Sight as Hot Air Balloons take to the sky at the scenic Apple Orchard in Council Bluffs- Will have Live Bands!
Friday, September 9
Please see the website for a complete list of FAQ!
Council Bluffs community partners and friends, please join us in raising funds for the Alzheimer’s Association and swing by CountryHouse for a delicious drive-thru lunch! We will be serving up Chicken Fajitas, Spanish Rice, Beans and Hillcrest Hospice is providing Churros for dessert! While you are here, sign up to join our Alzheimers Walk Team. Cash or check free-will donations will also be accepted on behalf of the Alzheimer’s Association or scan the QR code below to make your donation online. RSVP your number of orders to Libby by 9/1. Suggested donation of $10 per meal. (712) 322-4100 | lhiers@countryhouse.net
Book Sale Hours:
Fill a bag for $10 book sale prices:
Membership: Your annual membership in Friends of the Council Bluffs Public Library entitles you to admission to our Thursday pre-sale, and two free books at the sale, and helps support our wonderful public library. Join or renew your membership in our bookstore, at our book sale, or at https://www.councilbluffslibrary.org/about/friends-of-the-library
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!
Carstens 1880 Farmstead is a living history exhibit of how farming practices have evolved from hand labor to horse machinery to tractors, giving visitors a look at the things that have formed our rural heritage. Just us for the annual Farm Days, which includes family fun for everyone! Antique power will be on full display. There will be steam engines, antique tractors and implements in operation. Vendors with food and crafts that will fulfill everyone's tastes. A parade takes place each day at 2 pm.
The MAGE Gamers Expo will offer a deep dive into the latest in gaming. Featuring a variety of companies, the Gamers Expo will showcase industry exhibits, peripherals, and products for gamers of all ages and expertise. Vendors will provide interactive experiences bringing together developers, creatives, and gamers.
Every spring, Botna Bend park rangers Jon Fenner and Cory Thomas and their staff tap the silver maple trees that call the park home and collect their sweet sap to make homemade maple syrup. You can taste the delicious fruits of their labor by joining us for our annual Pancake Feed on Saturday, September 9th! - Grilled pancakes and sausage will be served with our homemade maple syrup along with coffee & orange juice from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., so don't be late! - Breakfast is free, but free-will donations are gratefully accepted at your pickup and will be used to fund Botna Bend Park projects and improvements. - A $3 per vehicle entry fee or Pottawattamie Conservation membership is required to enter the park. - If you're looking to stock up on syrup, you're in luck! Homemade maple syrup will also be for sale as supplies last. Half pints are $5 and full pints are $10. For questions not answered online, please call Botna Bend Park at 712-741-5465. This event will be held rain or shine.
The monarch butterflies are on their way! Every year in late summer, the super-generation of monarchs make their way to overwintering grounds in Mexico. Come learn about monarch butterflies, their life cycle, and their miraculous migration to Mexico as we teach you how we catch, handle, and tag monarchs for research. After learning about these amazing migrators, participants are invited to hit the trails with nets in search of monarch butterflies. Staff will show you how we tag and release them. Please note: You are welcome to bring your own butterfly net or use one of ours. This event will be held entirely outside. The cost for this event is $5.00 per person and pre-registration is required. Children age 3 & under are free and do not need a reservation. This fee includes your admission to the park & use of equipment. Please meet at the Loess Hills Lodge. For questions not answered online please call 712-545-3283.
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.
Join chef Jonathon Purcell on Sept 9 from 10 - 2 to learn and eat soups and sauces from scratch. Please wear closed-toed shoes. It is recommended to wear long pants, but not required. Aprons will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own.
More details and registration can be found at impacthill.org/culinary
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
Share My Smile's Annual Fundraiser for Foster and Adoptive Children. This family festival is at Bayliss Park and is open to the public. There will be food and retail vendors, bounce house, midway games, face painting, live entertainment, and more!
The monarch butterflies are on their way! Every year in late summer, the super-generation of monarchs make their way to overwintering grounds in Mexico. Come learn about monarch butterflies, their life cycle, and their miraculous migration to Mexico as we teach you how we catch, handle, and tag monarchs for research. After learning about these amazing migrators, participants are invited to hit the trails with nets in search of monarch butterflies. Staff will show you how we tag and release them. Please note: You are welcome to bring your own butterfly net or use one of ours. This event will be held entirely outside. The cost for this event is $5.00 per person and pre-registration is required. Children age 3 & under are free and do not need a reservation. This fee includes your admission to the park & use of equipment. Please meet at the Loess Hills Lodge. For questions not answered online please call 712-545-3283.
The monarch butterflies are on their way! Every year in late summer, the super-generation of monarchs make their way to overwintering grounds in Mexico. Come learn about monarch butterflies, their life cycle, and their miraculous migration to Mexico as we teach you how we catch, handle, and tag monarchs for research. After learning about these amazing migrators, participants are invited to hit the trails with nets in search of monarch butterflies. Staff will show you how we tag and release them. Please note: You are welcome to bring your own butterfly net or use one of ours. This event will be held entirely outside. The cost for this event is $5.00 per person and pre-registration is required. Children age 3 & under are free and do not need a reservation. This fee includes your admission to the park & use of equipment. Please meet at the Loess Hills Lodge. For questions not answered online please call 712-545-3283.
In order to follow the footsteps of his father who was a legendary storm chaser, a teenage boy leaves his mother and runs away from his home. 2023 ~ PG-13 ~ 1 hour, 41 minutes Popcorn included!
The monarch butterflies are on their way! Every year in late summer, the super-generation of monarchs make their way to overwintering grounds in Mexico. Come learn about monarch butterflies, their life cycle, and their miraculous migration to Mexico as we teach you how we catch, handle, and tag monarchs for research. After learning about these amazing migrators, participants are invited to hit the trails with nets in search of monarch butterflies. Staff will show you how we tag and release them. Please note: You are welcome to bring your own butterfly net or use one of ours. This event will be held entirely outside. The cost for this event is $5.00 per person and pre-registration is required. Children age 3 & under are free and do not need a reservation. This fee includes your admission to the park & use of equipment. Please meet at the Loess Hills Lodge. For questions not answered online please call 712-545-3283.
Join us for a community 5k fun run to close out the summer. Sponsored by the Council Bluffs Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This event is open to everyone in the community. Registration is required for chip timing, but drop-ins and same-day sign-ups are welcome. This is a free event!
Book Sale Hours:
Fill a bag for $10 book sale prices:
Membership: Your annual membership in Friends of the Council Bluffs Public Library entitles you to admission to our Thursday pre-sale, and two free books at the sale, and helps support our wonderful public library. Join or renew your membership in our bookstore, at our book sale, or at https://www.councilbluffslibrary.org/about/friends-of-the-library
Join us for this Amazing Sight as Hot Air Balloons take to the sky at the scenic Apple Orchard in Council Bluffs- Will have Live Bands!
Saturday, September 9
Please see website for a complete list of FAQ!
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
Carstens 1880 Farmstead is a living history exhibit of how farming practices have evolved from hand labor to horse machinery to tractors, giving visitors a look at the things that have formed our rural heritage. Just us for the annual Farm Days, which includes family fun for everyone! Antique power will be on full display. There will be steam engines, antique tractors and implements in operation. Vendors with food and crafts that will fulfill everyone's tastes. A parade takes place each day at 2 pm.
The MAGE Gamers Expo will offer a deep dive into the latest in gaming. Featuring a variety of companies, the Gamers Expo will showcase industry exhibits, peripherals, and products for gamers of all ages and expertise. Vendors will provide interactive experiences bringing together developers, creatives, and gamers.
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 in the parking lot at Mt. Crescent. No experience required, but be prepared for a short hike on steep terrain.
Over the course of their career, Staind has released seven studio albums and eight Top 10 singles, selling over 15 million albums worldwide.
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 saute to veterans!
The City Planning Commission advises the City Council on matters of zoning, subdivision, development, and comprehensive planning for the City.
So you want to write a book. Now what?! Join published author, writing coach, and creative novelist, Kris Sinclair and other local authors for a fun-filled writer’s discussion group. A Work in Progress holds space for constructive brainstorming and is open to anyone who would like to share and discuss current works in progress to gain inspiration, swap ideas, and receive valuable feedback on the book you’ve been wanting to write. Space is limited - registration required
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 every Wednesday for a 15-mile (ish) Bike Ride - this is a social fun ride and uses the new FIRST AVE trail! Meet at the Railway around 5:00 PM. Can't make it at 5:00 PM? The ride takes off around 6:00 PM. Details: 📍Meet at the Railway - Ride departs around 6:00 🚴🏼 Rides will have a lead 🧭 Route varies each week, but mostly flat 👉 These are for everyone - families, novice and amateur riders 🚫 No drop - What's that mean? No one will be left behind
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. This class is offered once each month and is free and open to the public.
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!
Opening the Heavens Conference is coming back for a third year at the Mid-America Center in Council Bluffs, IA! You don't want to miss this powerful and anointed time at the arena, so make sure to mark your calendar for September 14-17, 2023. Conference Hosts Pastors Hank and Brenda Kunneman will be welcoming an anointed lineup of guest speakers including Jesse Duplantis, Robin Bullock, Samuel Rodriguez, and more!
To schedule your appointment, please call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: CBLibrary.
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.
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 chef Jonathon Purcell for a date night of making and tasting homemade pasta paired with an adult beverage. 6 pm - 9pm on Sept 14, 2023. Please wear closed-toed shoes. It is recommended to wear long pants, but not required. Aprons will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own.
More details and registration can be found at impacthill.org/culinary
Looking to get your craft on? Stop by the Makerspace to make & take a Papercut Caboose. 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.
Come out and drink some local adult beverages and enjoy some adult comedy while your at it! Doors open at 7 pm Show starts at 7:30 pm! Tickets- $10 limited seating! Featuring: Brent Bradly, David Green, Don Seager, and Dee Dollen
When Oliver is picked up on the street by a boy named the Artful Dodger, he is welcomed into a gang of child pickpockets led by the conniving but charismatic Fagin. When Oliver is falsely accused of a theft he didn’t commit, he is rescued by a kind and wealthy gentleman, to the dismay of Fagin’s violent sidekick, Bill Sikes.
The Southwest Iowa Art Tous is now in its tenth year, connecting southwest Iowa communities through art! This event is not only great for artists, but it brings people to experience small towns in our region. For 2023, the tour includes 11 communities, 18 gathering places, and more than 80 artists. Chart your own course and check out paintings, sculptures, textile art, photography, pottery, wood carving, jewelry, mixed media, and more!
Gathering places in Pottawattamie County include:
Visit the Southwest Iowa Art Tour website for a road map and a full list of gathering places.
Join us for the fourth annual Comedy Night on Friday, September 15, from 7 - 9 p.m. at River's Edge Pavilion! A comedian announcement is coming soon! Some chairs will be available on the River's Edge Pavilion patio, but lawn chairs and blankets are also welcome. Arrive early to claim your spot! Due to the nature of stand-up comedy, this event is intended for adults 18 and older. This event is free.
Opening the Heavens Conference is coming back for a third year at the Mid-America Center in Council Bluffs, IA! You don't want to miss this powerful and anointed time at the arena, so make sure to mark your calendar for September 14-17, 2023. Conference Hosts Pastors Hank and Brenda Kunneman will be welcoming an anointed lineup of guest speakers including Jesse Duplantis, Robin Bullock, Samuel Rodriguez, and more!
Free animated cartoon premiere of The Galactic Quests of Captain Zepto, based on the popular comic book series! More info here: https://captainzepto.com/
We are super excited to welcome On the Ledge Band! They play rock, classic country and all your favs! Get here early and get ready to jam!
Relive the days of the Rat Pack with Las Vegas’ most famous entertainers and their live big band as they appeared in the Sands Hotel Copa Room. This is the only Vegas-based show with national touring companies and an award from the Congress of the United States. This show is now in its twenty-third smash year with over 8,000 performances in over 40 states, four foreign countries, and over three million tickets sold! With a stellar cast of some of the finest performers in the business, The Rat Pack is Back has been hailed as the next best thing to seeing the original Rat Pack themselves.
When Oliver is picked up on the street by a boy named the Artful Dodger, he is welcomed into a gang of child pickpockets led by the conniving but charismatic Fagin. When Oliver is falsely accused of a theft he didn’t commit, he is rescued by a kind and wealthy gentleman, to the dismay of Fagin’s violent sidekick, Bill Sikes.
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!
The Southwest Iowa Art Tous is now in its tenth year, connecting southwest Iowa communities through art! This event is not only great for artists, but it brings people to experience small towns in our region. For 2023, the tour includes 11 communities, 18 gathering places, and more than 80 artists. Chart your own course and check out paintings, sculptures, textile art, photography, pottery, wood carving, jewelry, mixed media, and more!
Gathering places in Pottawattamie County include:
Visit the Southwest Iowa Art Tour website for a road map and a full list of gathering places.
Opening the Heavens Conference is coming back for a third year at the Mid-America Center in Council Bluffs, IA! You don't want to miss this powerful and anointed time at the arena, so make sure to mark your calendar for September 14-17, 2023. Conference Hosts Pastors Hank and Brenda Kunneman will be welcoming an anointed lineup of guest speakers including Jesse Duplantis, Robin Bullock, Samuel Rodriguez, and more!
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.
Arrowhead Obstacle Trail Run is a 5k (3.1 mile) event on the scenic trails of Arrowhead Park near Neola, Iowa, featuring 15+ obstacles. There is also a 1 Mile Kid's Obstacle Trail Run with 10+ obstacles! All proceeds benefit the Pottawattamie County Trails Association. The event will be held on Saturday, September 16th, 2023, beginning at 10:30 AM with the 1 Mile Kids Run. This is NOT a "mud run," and there are no mud pits to crawl through (and therefore, no cold post-race hose showers are necessary). All obstacles in the 1 Mile and 5k Open Wave are optional (except the hills, which are fixed in place). You may choose to run it as a 5k Trail Run, unimpeded by the "fun" of obstacles. Competitive Wave runners must complete all obstacles to be eligible for a top 10 finisher medal. The 1 Mile Kid's Run is recommended for ages 6-12 and adult chaperones but is open to anyone. Registration includes entrance to the park and free parking.
The Autumn equinox approaches. The nuts and fruits of the end of summer fall, the birds begin to flock and the nights begin to cool. The land will be changing and it's our task to notice those changes and what they mean for the coming colder half of the year. We will discuss preserving medicines as tinctures and teas, chat about using nettles to make cords and rope, and think about harvest's tie to reciprocity.
Since time immemorial, people have made offerings and gifts to the land or in some way celebrated the bounty of the growing season. From corn dollies to harvest festivals to state fairs, we'll talk about what an offering really is and what kind of offering is appropriate and indeed helpful in our present world. We'll sit with the idea that volunteering can be a type of offering as can gardening with native plants and cleaning up trash in natural areas.
Ages 16+ please. $12 per person. Park entry fee included in registration. Please meet at the Loess Hills Lodge.
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!
Back by popular demand. The bags will once again be flying! St Patrick Church will be hosting the Fall Cornhole Tournament. This outdoor event will be held on Saturday, September 16th. Event starts at 3 PM and ends when a champion is crowned. Top four places win cash prizes. Entry fee for a team of 2 is $50. There will be food and drink (and yes, of the adult variety) available for purchase. This is a 21-and-over event. We will also have college football games streaming in the social hall, so you won’t miss any of the action! Registration fee can be paid via Venmo @StPatsChurch or by check the day of the event.
Registration: 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Show: 4:00-7:00 p.m.
Trophies: 6:30 p.m.
The Historic US 6 Iowa Association "River to River Cruise" participants parade through our show later in the afternoon.
Dash plaques to the first 100 entries.
Trophies will be selected by participant voting for the top 10 vehicles. Sponsors and businesses from the 100 Block will also be selecting trophy winners!
Join us on North Elm Street in Avoca, Iowa for an all-local, chef-hosted, five-course meal right on Avoca Main Street. Happy Hour begins at the Avoca Legion Hall at 112 N Elm Street at 5 p.m. Weather permitting, we will move to dine outside from 6-8 p.m. Chefs James Calkins & Kaleb Darrington will be designing a vegetarian feast this year, procuring all ingredients from Avoca Main Street Farmers Market vendors and other Iowa producers. Enjoy entertainment from the modern ragtime band, McCarthy Trenching, while you dine.
When Oliver is picked up on the street by a boy named the Artful Dodger, he is welcomed into a gang of child pickpockets led by the conniving but charismatic Fagin. When Oliver is falsely accused of a theft he didn’t commit, he is rescued by a kind and wealthy gentleman, to the dismay of Fagin’s violent sidekick, Bill Sikes.
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
The Southwest Iowa Art Tous is now in its tenth year, connecting southwest Iowa communities through art! This event is not only great for artists, but it brings people to experience small towns in our region. For 2023, the tour includes 11 communities, 18 gathering places, and more than 80 artists. Chart your own course and check out paintings, sculptures, textile art, photography, pottery, wood carving, jewelry, mixed media, and more!
Gathering places in Pottawattamie County include:
Visit the Southwest Iowa Art Tour website for a road map and a full list of gathering places.
Opening the Heavens Conference is coming back for a third year at the Mid-America Center in Council Bluffs, IA! You don't want to miss this powerful and anointed time at the arena, so make sure to mark your calendar for September 14-17, 2023. Conference Hosts Pastors Hank and Brenda Kunneman will be welcoming an anointed lineup of guest speakers including Jesse Duplantis, Robin Bullock, Samuel Rodriguez, and more!
When Oliver is picked up on the street by a boy named the Artful Dodger, he is welcomed into a gang of child pickpockets led by the conniving but charismatic Fagin. When Oliver is falsely accused of a theft he didn’t commit, he is rescued by a kind and wealthy gentleman, to the dismay of Fagin’s violent sidekick, Bill Sikes.
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 summer send-off bingo!
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!
Part of a free series for adults ages 60+. Learn about the most popular social media platforms. We'll explore different ways to share and connect with other people online. Register by emailing akrueger@connectionsaaa.org or calling 712-328-2540.
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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 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 every Wednesday for a 15-mile (ish) Bike Ride - this is a social fun ride and uses the new FIRST AVE trail! Meet at the Railway around 5:00 PM. Can't make it at 5:00 PM? The ride takes off around 6:00 PM. Details: 📍Meet at the Railway - Ride departs around 6:00 🚴🏼 Rides will have a lead 🧭 Route varies each week, but mostly flat 👉 These are for everyone - families, novice and amateur riders 🚫 No drop - What's that mean? No one will be left behind
The Great Plains Wing of the Commemorative Air Force Council Bluffs Municipal Airport KCBF is hosting Third Wednesday Cookouts (TWCO) and an open house. The cookouts occur at the GPW Hangar, and hot dogs, burgers, chicken, brats, salads, desserts, and beverages will be available. (Free will donation) The Museum will be open with aircraft on the ramp and in the hangar to view. Future TWCO dates are May 17, June 21, July 19, August 16 and September 20, 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!
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.
Come down for the Fifth Gear of Bikes on the 100 Block featuring live music! 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.
When Oliver is picked up on the street by a boy named the Artful Dodger, he is welcomed into a gang of child pickpockets led by the conniving but charismatic Fagin. When Oliver is falsely accused of a theft he didn’t commit, he is rescued by a kind and wealthy gentleman, to the dismay of Fagin’s violent sidekick, Bill Sikes.
Nuke-Con is an all-volunteer organization dedicated to promoting the positive educational, social, and entertainment aspects in all types of gaming hobbies. Once a year we host a family-oriented three-day convention that attracts people from all over the country. We also run several one-day game days during the year.
When Oliver is picked up on the street by a boy named the Artful Dodger, he is welcomed into a gang of child pickpockets led by the conniving but charismatic Fagin. When Oliver is falsely accused of a theft he didn’t commit, he is rescued by a kind and wealthy gentleman, to the dismay of Fagin’s violent sidekick, Bill Sikes.
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!
Railroad Days is an annual celebration of all things train and track, and this year, all the fun will be happening in Council Bluffs! Celebrate CB's rich railroad heritage and place in history as historic Mile Zero for Union Pacific Railroad. There will be numerous train-themed activities and locations to visit between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturday, September 23, 2023.
The Union Pacific Railroad Museum, RailsWest Railroad Museum, Pottawattamie Arts, Culture and Entertainment (PACE), the Historic General Dodge House, and the Historic 100 Block of Council Bluffs are again teaming up to offer this annual event. Kids will be excited to ride the trollies to each participating location and to take part in numerous hands-on activities with interactive technology and exhibits that explore the vast world of the railroad!
Nuke-Con is an all-volunteer organization dedicated to promoting the positive educational, social, and entertainment aspects in all types of gaming hobbies. Once a year we host a family-oriented three-day convention that attracts people from all over the country. We also run several one-day game days during the year.
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
- Ornithology 101
- Bird Characteristics and Identification
- An introduction to common bird species
- A look at the annual raptor migration through the Missouri River valley
- A study of lead poisoning & its effect on Bald Eagles
- A reading & discussion of Aldo Leopold's essay "The Choral Copse"
- September 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.
Please join us to raise awareness, funds and important community engagement to #EndAlz. Proceeds benefiting this event will be directed to Dementia care and support efforts, continued research for treatment and ultimately a cure, as well as raising concern and awareness about Dementia in our community. This event is full of memories, flowers with lots of fight in them and a sense of community that can take your breath away. Sign up today at act.alz.org/CBWalk
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.
Join chef Jonathan Purcell for bread making. Learn techniques used for great breads. You will enjoy your creations. 10 - 2 Sept 23, 2023. Please wear closed-toed shoes. It is recommended to wear long pants, but not required. Aprons will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own.
More detail and registration can be found at impacthill.org/culinary
Come out to the beautiful Prairie Crossing Vineyard & Winery in Treynor to see White Catfish play Americana tunes rooted in folk, rock, and country while you enjoy delicious wine!
When Oliver is picked up on the street by a boy named the Artful Dodger, he is welcomed into a gang of child pickpockets led by the conniving but charismatic Fagin. When Oliver is falsely accused of a theft he didn’t commit, he is rescued by a kind and wealthy gentleman, to the dismay of Fagin’s violent sidekick, Bill Sikes.
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
Nuke-Con is an all-volunteer organization dedicated to promoting the positive educational, social, and entertainment aspects in all types of gaming hobbies. Once a year we host a family-oriented three-day convention that attracts people from all over the country. We also run several one-day game days during the year.
Come to Treynor for our Fall Market! We have lots of fun activities planned, including live music, drinks, and so much more.
We are currently looking for vendors for the market. Email treynorfm@gmail.com for more information.
When Oliver is picked up on the street by a boy named the Artful Dodger, he is welcomed into a gang of child pickpockets led by the conniving but charismatic Fagin. When Oliver is falsely accused of a theft he didn’t commit, he is rescued by a kind and wealthy gentleman, to the dismay of Fagin’s violent sidekick, Bill Sikes.
He's back for Sunday Funday! Live music by Charlie Whiskey. Acoustic blues, rock, country: Cash, Creedence, Petty, Beatles, Young, SRV, Clapton and all your favorites! Bonus: We will have HippoHot food truck serving up their delicious food. Come join us for Sunday Funday
The popular Name That Tune game is now in Council Bluffs. Get a team of up to 6 players or play solo. You have 2 minutes to name that tune as it's played live. There will be six themed rounds with five songs per round. You'll have a chance to wager points and beat the clock too.
The IMPACT for Women Summit is the signature event for the Women’s Fund of Southwest Iowa, an initiative of the Community Foundation for Western Iowa. The event is packed with dynamic conversations in the Women's Fund's four key focus areas supporting women and their families in our region. We invite you to be part of the excitement, starting with a morning discussion focused on the lived experiences of nationally recognized human trafficking expert, Rebecca Bender. The day continues with a discussion on aging in place in our rural communities, led by Lakelyn Hogan Eichenberger, gerontologist and caregiving advocate at Honor and Home Instead. Tamara Brunow-Kowal, owner of Brunow Contracting, will discuss education and the role women play in the burgeoning commercial construction industry. Our day culminates with 6-time Olympic medalist Jackie Joyner-Kersee, who shares her story of building her foundation in east St. Louis - a safe haven and learning-rich environment for area youth.
Part of a free series for adults ages 60+. Get introduced to the Senior Planet Community, which is ad-free platform for older adults to share interests, make friends, and age with attitude.
This event is to show our Officers that we appreciate them... They'll receive a free medium regular Hot or Iced coffee and a cookie from Eileen's Cookies 🍪 😋
Join us at Hitchcock Nature Center on Tuesday, September 26th for the fifth Hitch Hike of the season! This hike will begin at 6:00 p.m. and is the most challenging hike of the series. Head out to the westernmost section of the park along the famed Westridge Trail to a scenic overlook with an astounding view of the Missouri River floodplain and explore new trail sections that will be open to the public in June 2023. All experience levels are welcome but this 3.5-mile hike will include traversing steep terrain. 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 us at the Loess Hills Lodge. 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 every Wednesday for a 15-mile (ish) Bike Ride - this is a social fun ride and uses the new FIRST AVE trail! Meet at the Railway around 5:00 PM. Can't make it at 5:00 PM? The ride takes off around 6:00 PM. Details: 📍Meet at the Railway - Ride departs around 6:00 🚴🏼 Rides will have a lead 🧭 Route varies each week, but mostly flat 👉 These are for everyone - families, novice and amateur riders 🚫 No drop - What's that mean? No one will be left behind
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!
Enjoy a cool morning walk along the River’s Edge Trail and cross the Bob Kerry Pedestrian Bridge to Omaha and back. Great views and we will visit Omar the Troll on the other side. Suitable for strollers and leashed dogs.
Directions: I-29 to Exit 53A, 9th Ave. West on 9th Ave. to Harrah’s Blvd. North on Harrah’s Blvd. to parking at Tom Hanafan’s Riverside Park.
Meet at the end of the lot closest to the Levee. $3 Fee payable in cash or Venmo. Exact change appreciated.
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.
Come experience Frosting, Inc. After Dark with alcohol infused cupcakes. Other baked goods will also be available. Meadow and Charm will be set up with their infinity jewelry. Rustic Door Boutique will have candles available for purchase, with a new scent debuted that night. Several other Walnut shops will also be open to do some evening shopping. It will be a fun, cozy evening in downtown Walnut, Iowa.
Join us to learn about emergency & disaster preparedness, services, and relief programs available to the public from these local/area organizations and others! Games & giveaways | Free Hot Dogs & Lemonade| Tornado & Lightning machine | Alert system sign ups | Disaster & Emergency assistance program information| Preparedness information | Health preparedness Raffle Prizes Including: 55in Flatscreen TV, 40oz Stanley Cups, & more! Flu Shots Available Through Public Health: $20 or Insurance Covered *Must have insurance card available if utilizing coverage
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 Chef Jonathon for a class for your student who is in junior or senior high. 6 - 9 pm on Sept 28. Please wear closed-toed shoes. It is recommended to wear long pants, but not required. Aprons will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own.
More detail and registration can be found at impacthill.org/culinary
Don't miss the multi-platinum-selling, award-winning hitmaker Sam Hunt with special guest Lily Rose at Harrah's Stir Concert Cove on Friday, September 29th!
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 Wings of Hope Cancer Support Center's 2023 Journey of Hope Walk | Wig Run! Proceeds will benefit our Hope Chest Renewal Room, which provides free wigs, hats and other practical care items for people undergoing cancer treatment in the Omaha/Council Bluffs metro and throughout southwest Iowa.
Pricing: $35 | 13 years old+ $20 | 6-12 years old Free | 0-5 years old
Register: www.wingsofhope.org/walk
For Runners: This year marks our inaugural Wig Run - woot! Don't miss out on this opportunity to say you were there from the beginning. The 5K route will take you along the Council Bluffs riverfront, starting and ending in Tom Hanafan River's Edge Park. Run solo or form a team - wigs and costumes are encouraged. The after-party will include a "best wig" contest, and the winner will take home an awesome prize.
For Walkers: Choose from a 3-mile or 1-mile route - either would make a great family outing! Each route begins and ends in River's Edge Park, which is a beautiful way to explore
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 Adventure League character to the Library and play the module 'Defiance in Phlan' (Adventure Code: DDEX4-1). Guidelines for creating an Adventure League character can be found at dndbeyond.com.
Step into a time warp of style and nostalgia at Totally Rad Vintage Fest! Our totally radical vendors specialize in iconic clothing and accessories from the 80s, 90s, and Y2K eras, while also offering a diverse selection of records, toys, video games, home goods, and more to complete your ultimate nostalgic shopping experience! Unleash your inner gamer at the Free-Play Vintage Arcade, and explore the Vintage Gallery with relics from the past. Strike rad poses at the throwback photo ops. Share the memories on social media and let the world know you’re experiencing the raddest event of the year!
Celebrate National Hispanic Month with Centro Latino of Iowa at Bayliss Park. We will have food, live music, raffles, face painting, bounce houses, and piñatas, along with more than 25 local agencies to promote Hispanic Heritage in Council Bluffs.
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!
Escape to an island paradise without leaving town at our Jimmy Buffett Farewell Party! Put on your best tropical attire for a chance to win fantastic prizes, and get ready for a day filled with fun and entertainment. Here's what we have in store:
Best of all, there's no charge to attend this fantastic event. So, grab your flip-flops, don your Hawaiian shirts, and join us for a day of island vibes and good times.
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
