Calendar
Events for November 2026
9:00am to 3:00pm
Treynor Community Center
Veterans Service Office Mobile Office in Treynor
Treynor Community Center11 W Main St
Treynor, IA
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Tuesday, November 3, 2026
9:00am · 3:00pm
The Pottawattamie County Veterans Service Office (VSO) is excited to continue their mobile service office. The route for the mobile office covers all of the communities throughout the county. The mobile office will be in Treynor to support Pottawattamie County residents on Tuesdays in November at the Community Center. A VSO caseworker will be available and offering the same services that are also available at the VSO location in Council Bluffs. If given prior notice, the VSO staff is able to bring a pantry order with them. VSO clients are able to book appointments in this location in the same way they can book appointments in Council Bluffs.
Walk-ins are welcome, however appointments are recommended. The VSO staff leaves promptly at 3 pm, so please plan accordingly and allow enough time to meet with your caseworker.
For More Information(712) 328-5797
[email protected]
Website
Posted by: Veterans Service Office
7:00pm to 9:00pm
Pottawattamie County EMA
EMS Training
Pottawattamie County EMA205 S. Main St
Council Bluffs, IA
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Wednesday, November 4, 2026
7:00pm · 9:00pm
For More Information
Contact: Michell Bose
(712) 328-3680
[email protected]
Website
Posted by: Emergency Management
9:00am to 3:00pm
Across from City Hall
Veterans Service Office Mobile Office in Minden
Across from City Hall207 Main St
Minden, IA
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Thursday, November 5, 2026
9:00am · 3:00pm
The Pottawattamie County Veterans Service Office (VSO) is excited to continue their mobile service office. The route for the mobile office covers all of the communities throughout the county. The mobile office will be in Minden to support Pottawattamie County residents on Thursdays in November across from City Hall. A VSO caseworker will be available and offering the same services that are also available at the VSO location in Council Bluffs. If given prior notice, the VSO staff is able to bring a pantry order with them. VSO clients are able to book appointments in this location in the same way they can book appointments in Council Bluffs.
Walk-ins are welcome, however appointments are recommended. The VSO staff leaves promptly at 3 pm, so please plan accordingly and allow enough time to meet with your caseworker.
For More Information(712) 328-5797
[email protected]
Website
Posted by: Veterans Service Office
11:00am to 2:00pm
Botna Bend Park
Bison Fest at Botna Bend
Botna Bend Park42926 Mahogany Road
Hancock, Iowa 51536
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Saturday, November 7, 2026
11:00am · 2:00pm
In honor of National Bison Day, come visit our bison herd out at Botna Bend Park and learn more about this magnificent species and the conservation efforts that help protect them.
Swing by between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. for fun, family-friendly activities, including:
For the full event description, and more information, please visit the Pottawattamie Conservation website.
Posted by: Conservation12:00pm to 3:00pm
Treynor Community Center
Veterans Service Office Mobile Office in Treynor
Treynor Community Center11 W Main St
Treynor, IA
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Tuesday, November 10, 2026
12:00pm · 3:00pm
The Pottawattamie County Veterans Service Office (VSO) is excited to continue their mobile service office. The route for the mobile office covers all of the communities throughout the county. The mobile office will be in Treynor to support Pottawattamie County residents on Tuesdays in November at the Community Center. A VSO caseworker will be available and offering the same services that are also available at the VSO location in Council Bluffs. If given prior notice, the VSO staff is able to bring a pantry order with them. VSO clients are able to book appointments in this location in the same way they can book appointments in Council Bluffs.
Walk-ins are welcome, however appointments are recommended. The VSO staff leaves promptly at 3 pm, so please plan accordingly and allow enough time to meet with your caseworker.
November 10 has shorter hours with a caseworker available from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. because the VSO will be joining the Recorder's Office Traveling Office Hours in Avoca at the Avoca Courthouse from 4 - 7 p.m.
For More Information(712) 328-5797
[email protected]
Website
Posted by: Veterans Service Office
4:00pm to 7:30pm
Avoca Courthouse
Recorder's Office Traveling Office Hours
Avoca Courthouse203 N Elm St
Avoca, IA
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Tuesday, November 10, 2026
4:00pm · 7:30pm
The Recorder's Office is holding traveling office hours throughout the county. Each month will set up shop in a different town in the county.
The initiative is designed to make Recorder’s Office services more accessible, especially for residents who are unable to visit the courthouse during standard business hours. During these traveling sessions, staff will be available to assist with:
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Passport applications
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Boat and ATV renewals
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Copies of deeds
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Marriage applications
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Enrollment in Property Fraud Alert
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Other Recorder’s Office services typically offered at the courthouse
Future date includes:
- December 8th - Neola Area Community Center (4 - 7:30 PM)
(712) 328-5612
Website
Posted by: Recorder
Veteran's Day - County Offices Closed
Council Bluffs, IAWednesday, November 11, 2026
10:00am to 11:00am
Hitchcock Nature Center
Homeschool In the Hills | A.M. | Talkin’ Turkeys
Hitchcock Nature Center27792 Ski Hill Loop
Honey Creek, Iowa 51542
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Wednesday, November 11, 2026
10:00am · 11:00am
Wild turkeys are one of North America's most recognizable birds, but there's much more to them than their infamous gobble. Join us as we explore their behavior, habitat needs, and unique adaptations. Learn how to identify turkey tracks and signs, uncover the differences between hens, toms, and poults, and find out how these large birds thrive in the wild. Through engaging activities and hands-on learning, you'll gain a new appreciation for one of November’s most iconic wildlife species.
For the full event description, and more information, please visit the Pottawattamie Conservation website.
Posted by: Conservation1:00pm to 2:00pm
Hitchcock Nature Center
Homeschool In the Hills | P.M. | Talkin’ Turkeys
Hitchcock Nature Center27792 Ski Hill Loop
Honey Creek, Iowa 51542
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Wednesday, November 11, 2026
1:00pm · 2:00pm
Wild turkeys are one of North America's most recognizable birds, but there's much more to them than their infamous gobble. Join us as we explore their behavior, habitat needs, and unique adaptations. Learn how to identify turkey tracks and signs, uncover the differences between hens, toms, and poults, and find out how these large birds thrive in the wild. Through engaging activities and hands-on learning, you'll gain a new appreciation for one of November’s most iconic wildlife species.
For the full event description, and more information, please visit the Pottawattamie Conservation website.
Posted by: Conservation6:00pm to 8:00pm
Hitchcock Nature Center
Hitchcock Folk School | Music Out of Mud
Hitchcock Nature Center27792 Ski Hill Loop
Honey Creek, Iowa 51542
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Wednesday, November 11, 2026
6:00pm · 8:00pm
Join Naturalist and craftsman Dustin Clayton for a three-part exploration of the art of making beautiful, functional musical instruments out of clay. During this series, you will learn a bit of the history surrounding humanity’s relationship with clay, how clay is formed in the earth, and some of the various ways that ceramics have been used to make music for thousands of years. We will also learn a very little bit about musical theory, focusing on the different sorts of scales you can play on a vessel flute. The main focus of our time will be spent creating flutes, ocarinas, and other wind instruments directly from clay. We will learn how to shape and refine our instruments, how to correctly form the mouthpiece so that the flute will be playable, and we will discuss drying and shrinkage as it relates to keeping the flute in tune. The finished pieces will be fired offsite and we will schedule a time for you to pick them up once firing is complete.
For the full event description, and more information, please visit the Pottawattamie Conservation website.
Posted by: Conservation9:00am to 3:00pm
Across from City Hall
Veterans Service Office Mobile Office in Minden
Across from City Hall207 Main St
Minden, IA
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Thursday, November 12, 2026
9:00am · 3:00pm
The Pottawattamie County Veterans Service Office (VSO) is excited to continue their mobile service office. The route for the mobile office covers all of the communities throughout the county. The mobile office will be in Minden to support Pottawattamie County residents on Thursdays in November across from City Hall. A VSO caseworker will be available and offering the same services that are also available at the VSO location in Council Bluffs. If given prior notice, the VSO staff is able to bring a pantry order with them. VSO clients are able to book appointments in this location in the same way they can book appointments in Council Bluffs.
Walk-ins are welcome, however appointments are recommended. The VSO staff leaves promptly at 3 pm, so please plan accordingly and allow enough time to meet with your caseworker.
For More Information(712) 328-5797
[email protected]
Website
Posted by: Veterans Service Office
7:30am
Pottawattamie County Courthouse
Board Of Health Meeting
Pottawattamie County Courthouse227 S 6th St
Council Bluffs, IA
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Friday, November 13, 2026
7:30am
Posted by: Planning and Development
9:00am to 10:00am
Hitchcock Nature Center
Wild Sprouts – Empowering little ones to grow and thrive in the wild.
Hitchcock Nature Center27792 Ski Hill Loop
Honey Creek, Iowa 51542
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Saturday, November 14, 2026
9:00am · 10:00am
Want to sprout your little one's love for the outdoors? Come out and discover new places, faces, and the world around them!
Join us with your little ones from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, to meet other families with young children as we venture into the great outdoors. Discover new places, new faces, and the joy of rediscovering the world around you with your youngster.
For the full event description, and more information, please visit the Pottawattamie Conservation website.
Posted by: Conservation9:00am to 12:00pm
Hitchcock Nature Center
Nature's Recyclers & Winter Tree Identification | A Land Ethic Workshop
Hitchcock Nature Center27792 Ski Hill Loop
Honey Creek, Iowa 51542
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Saturday, November 14, 2026
9:00am · 12:00pm
Join us & celebrated educator Ron Cisar for November's Nature's Recyclers session of "A Land Ethic Workshop." This program will be held at Hitchcock Nature Center and 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.
For the full event description, and more information, please visit the Pottawattamie Conservation website.
Posted by: Conservation4:30pm
Pottawattamie County EMA
CQI Meeting
Pottawattamie County EMA205 S. Main St
Council Bluffs, IA
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Monday, November 16, 2026
4:30pm
For More Information
Contact: Michell Bose
(712) 328-5777
[email protected]
Website
Posted by: Emergency Management
6:00pm to 8:00pm
Pottawattamie County EMA
EMS Advisory Committee
Pottawattamie County EMA205 S. Main St
Council Bluffs, IA
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Monday, November 16, 2026
6:00pm · 8:00pm
For More Information
Contact: Michell Bose
(712) 328-5777
[email protected]
Website
Posted by: Emergency Management
9:00am to 3:00pm
Treynor Community Center
Veterans Service Office Mobile Office in Treynor
Treynor Community Center11 W Main St
Treynor, IA
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Tuesday, November 17, 2026
9:00am · 3:00pm
The Pottawattamie County Veterans Service Office (VSO) is excited to continue their mobile service office. The route for the mobile office covers all of the communities throughout the county. The mobile office will be in Treynor to support Pottawattamie County residents on Tuesdays in November at the Community Center. A VSO caseworker will be available and offering the same services that are also available at the VSO location in Council Bluffs. If given prior notice, the VSO staff is able to bring a pantry order with them. VSO clients are able to book appointments in this location in the same way they can book appointments in Council Bluffs.
Walk-ins are welcome, however appointments are recommended. The VSO staff leaves promptly at 3 pm, so please plan accordingly and allow enough time to meet with your caseworker.
For More Information(712) 328-5797
[email protected]
Website
Posted by: Veterans Service Office
9:00am to 3:00pm
Across from City Hall
Veterans Service Office Mobile Office in Minden
Across from City Hall207 Main St
Minden, IA
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Thursday, November 19, 2026
9:00am · 3:00pm
The Pottawattamie County Veterans Service Office (VSO) is excited to continue their mobile service office. The route for the mobile office covers all of the communities throughout the county. The mobile office will be in Minden to support Pottawattamie County residents on Thursdays in November across from City Hall. A VSO caseworker will be available and offering the same services that are also available at the VSO location in Council Bluffs. If given prior notice, the VSO staff is able to bring a pantry order with them. VSO clients are able to book appointments in this location in the same way they can book appointments in Council Bluffs.
Walk-ins are welcome, however appointments are recommended. The VSO staff leaves promptly at 3 pm, so please plan accordingly and allow enough time to meet with your caseworker.
For More Information(712) 328-5797
[email protected]
Website
Posted by: Veterans Service Office
6:00pm to 8:00pm
Hitchcock Nature Center
Hitchcock Open Mic(less) Night
Hitchcock Nature Center27792 Ski Hill Loop
Honey Creek, Iowa 51542
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Thursday, November 19, 2026
6:00pm · 8:00pm
Join Pottawattamie Conservation and naturalist Dustin Clayton at Hitchcock Open Mic(less) Night, a community event for ages 16+ that is free to attend with paid park entry ($5 per vehicle) or a Pottawattamie Conservation annual membership.
For the full event description, and more information, please visit the Pottawattamie Conservation website.
Posted by: Conservation5:00pm to 9:00pm
Crescent Hill at Hitchcock (Previously Mt. Crescent Ski Area)
Season Pass Pickup Party & Gear Swap Fundraiser
Crescent Hill at Hitchcock (Previously Mt. Crescent Ski Area)17026 Snowhill Ln
Honey Creek, Iowa 51542
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Saturday, November 21, 2026
5:00pm · 9:00pm
Season pass holders unite! It's time to snag your 2026-2027 passes EARLY and beat the lines before old man winter arrives. But this event isn't just for season pass holders:
For the full event description, and more information, please visit the Pottawattamie Conservation website.
Posted by: Conservation9:00am to 3:00pm
Treynor Community Center
Veterans Service Office Mobile Office in Treynor
Treynor Community Center11 W Main St
Treynor, IA
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Tuesday, November 24, 2026
9:00am · 3:00pm
The Pottawattamie County Veterans Service Office (VSO) is excited to continue their mobile service office. The route for the mobile office covers all of the communities throughout the county. The mobile office will be in Treynor to support Pottawattamie County residents on Tuesdays in November at the Community Center. A VSO caseworker will be available and offering the same services that are also available at the VSO location in Council Bluffs. If given prior notice, the VSO staff is able to bring a pantry order with them. VSO clients are able to book appointments in this location in the same way they can book appointments in Council Bluffs.
Walk-ins are welcome, however appointments are recommended. The VSO staff leaves promptly at 3 pm, so please plan accordingly and allow enough time to meet with your caseworker.
For More Information(712) 328-5797
[email protected]
Website
Posted by: Veterans Service Office
9:00am to 3:00pm
Public Health Services Building
Blood Drive
Public Health Services Building515 5th Ave
Council Bluffs, IA
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Tuesday, November 24, 2026
9:00am · 3:00pm
Help save lives by donating blood at the Pottawattamie County Blood Drive in partnership with the American Red Cross. Blood donations are essential for patients undergoing surgery, cancer treatment, trauma care, and other medical emergencies. Just one donation can help save up to three lives.
The blood drive will take place in the training room on the main floor of the Public Health building on Tuesday, November 24 from 9 am - 3 pm. Parking is available on the south side of the building.
Appointments are encouraged and can be scheduled through the American Red Cross at RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Donors should bring a photo ID and be sure to eat a healthy meal and stay hydrated before donating.
Join us in making a difference for patients and families in our community and across the region.
For More Information(800) 733-2767
Website
Posted by: Public Health
9:00am to 3:00pm
Carter Lake City Hall Parking Lot
Veterans Service Office Mobile Office in Carter Lake
Carter Lake City Hall Parking Lot950 E Locust St
Carter Lake, IA
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Wednesday, November 25, 2026
9:00am · 3:00pm
The Pottawattamie County Veterans Service Office (VSO) is excited to launch their mobile service office. The route for the mobile office covers all of the communities throughout the county. The mobile office will be in Carter Lake to support Pottawattamie County residents the second and fourth Wednesday of each month in the City Hall parking lot. A VSO caseworker will be available and offering the same services that are also available at the VSO location in Council Bluffs. If given prior notice, the VSO staff is able to bring a pantry order with them. VSO clients are able to book appointments in this location in the same way they can book appointments in Council Bluffs.
Walk-ins are welcome, however appointments are recommended. The VSO staff leaves promptly at 3 pm, so please plan accordingly and allow enough time to meet with your caseworker.
For More Information(712) 328-5797
[email protected]
Website
Posted by: Veterans Service Office
Thanksgiving Day - County Offices Closed
Council Bluffs, IAThursday, November 26, 2026
Day after Thanksgiving (Lieu of Lincoln's Birthday) - County Offices Closed
Council Bluffs, IAFriday, November 27, 2026