The Pott Co Pulse
| April 9, 2026 | Pottawattamie County, Iowa |
Hey, Pott Co! Congratulations on surviving that weird one-day snow that already melted away. We've got a little rain to dodge on Saturday, but we are warming up to a gorgeous 75 degrees by Sunday, which is perfect for our massive county-wide event lineup.
Let's get into it.
The Weekend Guide
Cupcake Menagerie Mini Pop-Up: Stop by their 9th Street location from 2 PM to 5 PM and try out some brand-new flavors or get a sneaky peek at their upcoming Mother's Day cupcake box. They'll be taking pre-orders too, so grab your sugar fix early. View the Details →
Business Bytes: AI Workshop: Head to Iowa Western at 2700 College Road for a hands-on, beginner-friendly AI workshop from 2 PM to 4 PM. Learn how to use AI in practical ways for your small business without needing paid tools. Get Tickets →
Trivia Night at the Avoca Public Library: Grab a team of 4-6 players and hit the Avoca Public Library at 213 N Elm St for Disney-themed trivia. Doors open at 6:30 PM, and the trivia runs from 7 PM to 9 PM. View the Details →
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Spring into Sunshine: From 10 AM to 4 PM, hit up Dusted Charm at 120 W Broadway for a full day of shopping, sipping, and spring fun. Enjoy free wine samples, get a free pair of sunglasses with a $50 purchase, and check out the Blooming Bonds Collective pop-up for permanent jewelry. View the Details →
Whimsical Woods Workshop: DIY Bird Feeder: Paint and customize your own ceramic bird feeder with Field Co. Creative at 1010 S. Main St. Ste #400. The workshop starts at 10 AM, and no prior experience is needed. Get Tickets →
Humane Pet Services - Pet Adoption Meet & Greet: Head out to 125 Harrison St in Oakland from 11 AM to 2 PM to meet some adorable rescue animals. You can help them find a loving family, drop off donations, or buy products to support the rescue. View the Details →
Family Fun Fair: Bring the crew to the Charles E. Lakin Human Services Campus starting at 12 PM for a completely free afternoon of family-friendly fun. Kids and parents can learn about area resources, play interactive games, and eat free food. View the Details →
Heartland Child Development 18th Annual Soup / Chili Cookoff & Auction: Head over to FOE Eagles #104 from 12 PM to 3 PM for amazing food, kids' activities, a bake sale, and an auction. It’s just $10 per person or $25 for an immediate family, and proceeds support non-profit early education. View the Details →
2026 Jacket Backer Dinner and Auction: Show up for Thomas Jefferson High School! Doors open at 5:00 PM for the silent auction, followed by dinner service at 6 PM and a live auction at 7:15 PM. Get Tickets →
Arrows Myth - Tribute to Aerosmith at EOO!: Take a drive to Griswold for the ultimate Aerosmith tribute at East of Omaha, located at 524 Main St. Doors open at 6 PM, and the 21+ show kicks off at 7 PM with special guest K-Audic. Get Tickets →
Pic n Ric Rick Hillyard Music at Cellar19: Join the crew at Cellar19 Wine & Deli on Valley View Drive at 6 PM for a perfect laid-back Saturday evening. Enjoy dinner and cocktails while Pic n Ric entertains. View the Details →
A Midsummer Night's Dream: Shakespeare’s beloved romantic comedy springs to life in a delightful ballet by the American Midwest Ballet. Head to the Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center at 7:30 PM for an evening of feuding fairies, mismatched lovers, and magical dancing. Get Tickets →
The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra: The legendary 18-member ensemble makes their highly anticipated return to the Arts Center at IWCC at 7:30 PM. Catch this world-famous swing era band playing original arrangements and modern selections. Get Tickets →
Shots and Giggles at Andrew's Lounge: Mark your calendars for a high-energy comedy show right in downtown Council Bluffs from 9 PM to 10 PM. Come see what the future holds for Andrew's Lounge while laughing into the night. View the Details →
The B Side's 1 Year Anniversary Party with Used Cars: Break out the bubbly and your dancin' shoes to celebrate The B Side's 1st birthday! Used Cars will be playing a killer 80s tribute from 9 PM to 1 AM, so grab your bestie and get ready to party. View the Details →
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Cars & Comedy for a Cause: Davis Performance presents an afternoon of cool cars, big laughs, and giving back to a great scholarship fund at Backpacker's Brew on N 16th St. Check out the car show at 11 AM, grab lunch at the food trucks, and bring your own chair for the comedy show at 1 PM. View the Details →
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That slow drain is a ticking time bomb. 💣
Let's be brutally honest. You are completely ignoring that slow sink. It is a massive disaster waiting to happen.
Right now, years of hair, hardened grease, and literal sludge are choking your pipes. If you ignore it, that pipe is going to back up. It will flood your house with raw sewage at the absolute worst possible time. Stop pouring cheap chemicals down the drain and praying it works. You need actual firepower.
Our friends at A Raymond Plumbing are the local heavy hitters for this. They use high-pressure Hydro Jetting to absolutely obliterate clogs. They do not just poke a hole in the blockage. They blast away the sludge so your pipes flow like they were installed yesterday. Do not wait until your basement is a swamp. Let the local pros handle it today.
Get your drains cleared FAST before disaster strikesAround the County
- CB Fire Donates to IWCC: The Council Bluffs Fire Department is officially passing the torch (or hose, in this case) by donating a fire truck to Iowa Western Community College. It's a massive win for the students getting hands-on training for their future careers. Read More →
- I-80 Nighttime Closures Begin April 13: Get ready to detour, Pott Co. Starting Monday, April 13, I-80 will see nighttime lane and ramp closures in the Council Bluffs area for grooved pavement marking. Read More →
- RunGood Poker Series Returns to CB: The RunGood Poker Series is making its way back to the Horseshoe Casino from April 21st to 26th. If you think you’ve got a solid poker face, the $111,000 guaranteed Main Event might just be your calling. Read More →
- CB Native Helps Engineer Artemis II: Pottawattamie County is going to space! A Council Bluffs native is officially part of the engineering team for NASA's Artemis II mission, proving once again that our local talent is literally out of this world. Read More →
- High Schoolers Offer Discounted Car Maintenance: Talk about community pride—Council Bluffs high school students are putting their auto-shop skills to the test by offering discounted car maintenance to their neighbors. Get your oil changed while supporting the next generation of local mechanics! Read More →
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