OWLT & About Tales and Trails
on Tuesdays; attendees will meet for a storytime near the Outreach Wheeled Library (OWL); bubbles and butterfly nets will be provided after the storytime to allow for nature play; the OWL will provide books for checkout, library card registrations, and free goodies in the parking lot; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: OWLT & About Tales and Trails. Venue: Sunderbruch Park.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Sunderbruch Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Walkers & Wigglers Storytime
on Tuesdays; we'll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; all ages welcome, best for ages 18 months to 4 years; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Walkers & Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch
on Tuesdays; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of short books, action rhymes and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Storytime in the Park
enjoy an outdoor storytime; in the event of inclement weather, storytime will be cancelled; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Storytime in the Park. Venue: Veterans Memorial Park.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 11:15 AM – 11:45 AM.
Veterans Memorial Park.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. YMCA Day Camp Activity
on Tuesdays; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: YMCA Day Camp Activity. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Lego Club
on Tuesdays; flex your building skills with a new challenge each week, or just practice with some free-build time; this program is best suited to elementary-aged kids; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Fan Club: Mystery Edition
for grades 4-8; share your fandom love for all things mystery and make new friends; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Fan Club: Mystery Edition. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Library2Go at Longview Park
on Tuesdays; a Children's Librarian and the Mobile Library will be there to share children's stories and an activity; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Library2Go at Longview Park. Venue: Longview Park.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Longview Park.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Upcycling: Afternoon Activity @ Watts-Midtown
free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Upcycling: Afternoon Activity @ Watts-Midtown. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Sensitive Playtime: Bugs
a drop-in playtime especially for children and families who are looking for a smaller, more adaptive library experience; Sensitive Playtime is ideal for young children with sensory processing sensitivity or on the autism spectrum, although everyone is welcome to attend; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Sensitive Playtime: Bugs. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teen Advisory Board Meeting
TAB Members volunteer, organize & participate in teen programming, and give their opinions on how to make the library awesome by attending monthly meetings and filling out online surveys; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Advisory Board Meeting. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Library in the Park: Fejervery Learning Center
on Wednesdays; enjoy a storytime at 10am, activities, checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and so much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park: Fejervery Learning Center. Venue: Fejervary Learning Center.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Fejervary Learning Center.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Mikayla Oz: Magician
joined by her amazing magic assistant Bubbles the Bird, Mikayla delivers a fast-paced, interactive magic experience full of surprises, laughs, and jaw-dropping moments; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Mikayla Oz: Magician. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
Tue. & Wed.; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; weekly themes are presented; no registration is required; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Sunshine and Stories
on Wednesdays; we’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; all ages welcome, best for children ages 18 months to 5 years; this program will be held in the Fairmount Children’s Garden weather-permitting; in the case of inclement weather, we’ll move to the Story Room; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Sunshine and Stories. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Petite Picassos @ Southwest Branch
toddlers can use all of their senses with hands on art. We will take care of the mess as they create their masterpieces; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Petite Picassos @ Southwest Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Mikayla Oz Magic
an amazing and hilarious magic show with family magician Mikayla Oz; you will become a part of the show and will see things appear, vanish, float, and you may even see Bubbles the Magical Bird; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Mikayla Oz Magic. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Bloxels
on Wednesdays; learn to build a video game; kids in 2nd-5th grade can use Bloxels to create their own game; registration is required; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Bloxels. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Library in the Park: Marquette Park
on Wednesdays; enjoy a storytime, activities, checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and so much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park: Marquette Park. Venue: Marquette Park.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Marquette Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Book + Club: First Time for Everything
in Dan Santat's graphic novel memoir, the award-winning artist shares his story of taking a school trip to Europe when he was 13 and the effect those new experiences had on his life; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Book + Club: First Time for Everything. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. D&D Roleplay Club
grab your dice and join us for the library’s Dungeons & Dragons roleplay club; beginner-friendly ongoing campaign where all new players are welcome - recommended for ages 8+; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: D&D Roleplay Club. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Teen Trivia
test your knowledge at this teen-only event; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Trivia. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Teen Gaming
on Wednesdays; join us for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that.”); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Paws to Read with QCCAN
boost your reading skills by sharing stories with the therapy-certified dogs of QCCAN; these furry friends are great listeners and provide calm reassurance to kids looking to build their skills; books will be in the room for you to pick from or you can bring your favorite from home; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Paws to Read with QCCAN. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Library in the Park: Eastern Avenue Park
on Thursdays; enjoy storytime at 9am, activities, checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and so much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park: Eastern Avenue Park. Venue: Eastern Avenue Park.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Eastern Avenue Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Lapsit Storytime
on Thursdays; a special storytime for babies who are not yet walking and their grown-ups; emphasis will be on interaction between caregivers and babies through music, action, and stories; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Lapsit Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
Tue. & Wed.; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; weekly themes are presented; no registration is required; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Stories in the Gardens
on Thursdays; join us in the new Moline Library Gardens for stories, songs, and fun; for children birth to age 6 with a parent or other adult; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Stories in the Gardens. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teen Hike + Read: Sunderbruch Park
ages 11-19 are invited for a series of hikes in local parks followed by a mini-snack picnic and reading; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Hike + Read: Sunderbruch Park. Venue: Sunderbruch Park.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Sunderbruch Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Hike + Read: Sunderbruch Park
enjoy a series of hikes in local parks followed by a mini snack picnic and reading; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Hike + Read: Sunderbruch Park. Venue: Sunderbruch Park.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Sunderbruch Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Fire and Ice Reaction Show
visiting us this week is Absolute Science, who will show us how fun chemical reactions are in an interactive science show involving fire and ice; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Fire and Ice Reaction Show. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Teen Role Playing
on Thursdays; enjoy our favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Role Playing. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Thursday Theater - Mufasa: The Lion King
see how Mufasa and Scar grew up in this Lion King prequel; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Thursday Theater - Mufasa: The Lion King. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Monster Society Presents: The Creatures of Greek Mythology
an elite secret group whose goal is to educate about the things that go bump in the night; your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to first learn about a monster and then execute a craft pertaining to said monster; as always, should you or any of your fellow Society members be caught, the Secretary will disavow any knowledge of your actions; this program is designed for children 8 to 12; this month's monsters are the creatures of Dungeons and Dragons; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Monster Society Presents: The Creatures of Greek Mythology. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Creativity Lab: Bubble Wands
make your own bubble wand; all craft supplies will be provided; for kids kindergarten through fifth grade and their families; younger children are welcome but require an adult to be with them at all times; no registration required; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Creativity Lab: Bubble Wands. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teen Live-Action Among Us
play a real-life version of Among Us; for those going into grades 6-12; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Live-Action Among Us. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Tales for Tots
an enriching activity time for children ages birth through three with an adult caregiver; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Tales for Tots. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Yoga and Stories in the Park
on Fridays; bring your yoga mat or a towel and join us near the playground; afterwards, stop by our OWL (Outreach Wheeled Library) for selected items available for check out and a fun craft to take home; best for ages 4-10; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Yoga and Stories in the Park. Venue: Vander Veer Botanical Park.
Friday, July 11, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Vander Veer Botanical Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Stories @ Main
on Fridays; jump, shake, and shimmy the sillies out; we’ll have stories, songs, and fun; all ages welcome, best for children ages 1 to 5 years; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Stories @ Main. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Friday, July 11, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Storytime Adventures: Pokemon
we’re exploring Pokemon through stories, songs, and a craft: Paper Plate Pokeballs; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Storytime Adventures: Pokemon. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Friday, July 11, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch
on Fridays; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of books, action rhymes and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Friday, July 11, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Insect Investigations with Nahant Marsh Education Center
the library welcomes our friends from the Nahant Marsh Education Center and invites everyone to delve into the captivating lives of insects; participants will learn about insects and the role they play; they will learn about their habitats, food sources, and adaptations; this program is best suited for ages 6 and up; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Insect Investigations with Nahant Marsh Education Center. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Friday, July 11, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Library Mini Golf
play 12 holes of mini golf; compete against family and friends, and keep track of your score as you complete our course for fun and bragging rights; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Library Mini Golf. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Friday, July 11, 2025, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Reading Buddies with Central High School
members of Girls Learn International from Central High School will be volunteering at the Eastern Library this Spring as Reading Buddies; they will be available to read stories with families or as listeners for kids who wish to practice their reading; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Reading Buddies with Central High School. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Friday, July 11, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Child's Play | Create : Explore : Experience
on Saturdays; a 15-minute storytime complete with books rhymes and songs followed by 30 minutes of imaginative playtime; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Child's Play | Create : Explore : Experience. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Library Mini Golf
play 12 holes of mini golf; compete against family and friends, and keep track of your score as you complete our course for fun and bragging rights; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Library Mini Golf. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Pokémon Club
an opportunity for Pokémon enthusiasts (ages 6-12) to battle, share, and play with each other; we’ll also discuss how to build and care for your collection; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Pokémon Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Lego Club
on Saturdays; enjoy a morning of free building; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Space Jam Family Puzzle Tournament
we are leveling up puzzling this summer to include (optional) dance breaks, sideline puppet announcers, and concessions (aka: free pop and free popcorn); puzzles will be 300 pieces; teams limited to 6 or less members, and at least one member must be 14+; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Space Jam Family Puzzle Tournament. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Read to a Dog
QC CAN's Reading Assistance Dogs are specially trained, along with their handler, to provide the environment needed to help children improve their reading skills; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Read to a Dog. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Zoo Camp for Ages 8-9: The Painted Pack, Session #6
thru July 18; run with the Painted Pack as they harmonize with our Native neighbors, explore life cycles and food webs, and learn about animal myths $200-250; for information and to register, call 309-799-3482.
Event Title: Zoo Camp for Ages 8-9: The Painted Pack, Session #6. Venue: Niabi Zoo.
Monday, July 14, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Niabi Zoo.
For more info visit www.niabizoo.com. Library in the Park: Slattery Park
on Mondays; enjoy a storytime at 10am, activities, checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and so much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park: Slattery Park. Venue: Slattery Park.
Monday, July 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Slattery Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Stories in the Park
join us during the summer in a different park around Moline for stories, songs, and fun; for children birth to 6 years old with an adult; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Stories in the Park. Venue: Stephens Park.
Monday, July 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Stephens Park.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Tales for Tots
on Mondays; an enriching activity time for children ages birth through three with an adult caregiver; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Tales for Tots. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, July 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Supersmash Tournament
tournaments for tweens and teens ages 12+; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Supersmash Tournament. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, July 14, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Kidstock Summer Music Camp 3
thru July 18; the camps give young musicians, ages 8-18, the opportunity to participate in workshops lead by professional musicians, form a band with fellow campers, and put on a performance in Common Chord’s Redstone Room for their friends and family; students learn valuable life skills such as teamwork, confidence, and self-expression – all while doing something they love; for information and to register, call 563-326-1333.
Event Title: Kidstock Summer Music Camp 3. Venue: Common Chord.
Monday, July 14, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Common Chord.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Library in the Park: Emeis Park
on Mondays; enjoy a storytime, activities, checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and so much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park: Emeis Park. Venue: Emeis Park.
Monday, July 14, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Emeis Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Family Bingo
enjoy playing Bingo with family and friends to win prizes; for ages 8 and up; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Family Bingo. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, July 14, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. OWLT & About Tales and Trails
on Tuesdays; attendees will meet for a storytime near the Outreach Wheeled Library (OWL); bubbles and butterfly nets will be provided after the storytime to allow for nature play; the OWL will provide books for checkout, library card registrations, and free goodies in the parking lot; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: OWLT & About Tales and Trails. Venue: Sunderbruch Park.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Sunderbruch Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Walkers & Wigglers Storytime
on Tuesdays; we'll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; all ages welcome, best for ages 18 months to 4 years; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Walkers & Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. WQPT Summer of Adventure
enjoy a PBS KIDS show, hear a fun story, and create a special take-home craft; plus, each child receives a PBS KIDS Summer Activity booklet and access to awesome online resources for them and parents; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: WQPT Summer of Adventure. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. YMCA Day Camp Activity
on Tuesdays; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: YMCA Day Camp Activity. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Never Board Games for K-6
join presenter Tim Ferry in designing and creating your own board game; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Never Board Games for K-6. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Lego Club
on Tuesdays; flex your building skills with a new challenge each week, or just practice with some free-build time; this program is best suited to elementary-aged kids; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Library2Go at Longview Park
on Tuesdays; a Children's Librarian and the Mobile Library will be there to share children's stories and an activity; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Library2Go at Longview Park. Venue: Longview Park.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Longview Park.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Never Board Games for Grades 6-12
join presenter Tim Ferry in designing and creating your own board game; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Never Board Games for Grades 6-12. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Wii Sports: Afternoon Activity @ Watts-Midtown
free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Wii Sports: Afternoon Activity @ Watts-Midtown. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Shock City
discussion of Aaron Alexovich's book with the Tween the Pages book club for patrons ages 8 to 11; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Shock City. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:50 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Rock Island High School Presentation/Book Club
free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Rock Island High School Presentation/Book Club. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Video Game Perler Bead Keychains
we’re making keychains of our favorite video games with perler beads; we’ll have designs from Minecraft, Among Us, and Super Mario; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Video Game Perler Bead Keychains. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Library in the Park: Fejervery Learning Center
on Wednesdays; enjoy a storytime at 10am, activities, checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and so much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park: Fejervery Learning Center. Venue: Fejervary Learning Center.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Fejervary Learning Center.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
Tue. & Wed.; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; weekly themes are presented; no registration is required; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Sunshine and Stories
on Wednesdays; we’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; all ages welcome, best for children ages 18 months to 5 years; this program will be held in the Fairmount Children’s Garden weather-permitting; in the case of inclement weather, we’ll move to the Story Room; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Sunshine and Stories. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Tales @ Southwest Branch
on Wednesdays; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of books, action rhymes and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Southwest Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Quad City Botanical Center presents Plants vs. Zombies: Power up with Plants
meet and greet the plants that inspired your favorite video game characters; design and sketch your very own nature themed game character to take home with you; for ages 4 to 9; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Quad City Botanical Center presents Plants vs. Zombies: Power up with Plants. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teen Slime-ternoon
stop in for a fun-filled afternoon of slime making; different mix-ins and recipes will be available; all supplies provided; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Slime-ternoon. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Bloxels
on Wednesdays; learn to build a video game; kids in 2nd-5th grade can use Bloxels to create their own game; registration is required; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Bloxels. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Library in the Park: Marquette Park
on Wednesdays; enjoy a storytime, activities, checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and so much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park: Marquette Park. Venue: Marquette Park.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Marquette Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Quad City Botanical Center presents Plants vs. Zombies: Sun Dollars - Nature’s Currency
you will get a chance to explore how sun really is the true currency of nature and how it powers plants and more through photosynthesis; for ages 10 and up; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Quad City Botanical Center presents Plants vs. Zombies: Sun Dollars - Nature’s Currency. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Life-Size Game Night: Clue
we’re bringing our favorite murder-mystery game to life; recommended for ages 8+; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Life-Size Game Night: Clue. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Tween Role Playing Group
eginner role-playing for ages 10-12 or grades 4-6; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Tween Role Playing Group. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Teen Gaming
on Wednesdays; join us for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that.”); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Kids Anime Club
grades 3-5 watch anime, do a fun craft, and talk with your fellow anime fans; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Kids Anime Club. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Library in the Park: Eastern Avenue Park
on Thursdays; enjoy storytime at 9am, activities, checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and so much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park: Eastern Avenue Park. Venue: Eastern Avenue Park.
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Eastern Avenue Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Lapsit Storytime
on Thursdays; a special storytime for babies who are not yet walking and their grown-ups; emphasis will be on interaction between caregivers and babies through music, action, and stories; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Lapsit Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
Tue. & Wed.; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; weekly themes are presented; no registration is required; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Stories in the Gardens
on Thursdays; join us in the new Moline Library Gardens for stories, songs, and fun; for children birth to age 6 with a parent or other adult; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Stories in the Gardens. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Iowa Turtles with Nahant Marsh Education Center
a visit from Nahant Marsh featuring some live turtles found here in Iowa; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Iowa Turtles with Nahant Marsh Education Center. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Teen Role Playing
on Thursdays; enjoy our favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Role Playing. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Thursday Theater: The Super Mario Bros. Movie
join the plumber brothers on their epic adventure; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Thursday Theater: The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. English Language Learners Conversation Club
English language learners and ESL students of all ages can chat with teen volunteers to practice English in a relaxed, real-world environment; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: English Language Learners Conversation Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Da Vinci Kids
experiment with dots to create art inspired by Georges Seurat as we explore his art; for ages 3 - 6 with an adult; all craft supplies will be provided; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Read to a Dog
for ages 11-19; QC CAN's Reading Assistance Dogs are specially trained, along with their handler, to provide the environment needed to help teens with mindfulness and confidence with reading aloud free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Read to a Dog. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Movie + Craft: Uncharted
watch Tom Holland act out a video game treasure hunt adventure while making weird magnets out of airclay; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Movie + Craft: Uncharted. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Yoga and Stories
experience your favorite stories, told along with Yoga poses; bring your mat or use one of ours; best for ages 3-10; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Yoga and Stories. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Yoga and Stories in the Park
on Fridays; bring your yoga mat or a towel and join us near the playground; afterwards, stop by our OWL (Outreach Wheeled Library) for selected items available for check out and a fun craft to take home; best for ages 4-10; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Yoga and Stories in the Park. Venue: Vander Veer Botanical Park.
Friday, July 18, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Vander Veer Botanical Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Stories @ Main
on Fridays; jump, shake, and shimmy the sillies out; we’ll have stories, songs, and fun; all ages welcome, best for children ages 1 to 5 years; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Stories @ Main. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Friday, July 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Storytime Adventures: Super Mario
we’re exploring Super Mario through stories, songs, and a craft: Paper Tube Pop-Up Mario; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Storytime Adventures: Super Mario. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Friday, July 18, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch
on Fridays; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of books, action rhymes and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Friday, July 18, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Child's Play | Create : Explore : Experience
on Saturdays; a 15-minute storytime complete with books rhymes and songs followed by 30 minutes of imaginative playtime; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Child's Play | Create : Explore : Experience. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, July 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Teen Hike + Read: Scott County Park
enjoy a series of hikes in local parks followed by a mini snack picnic and reading; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Hike + Read: Scott County Park. Venue: Scott County Park.
Saturday, July 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Scott County Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Hike + Read: Scott County Park
ages 11-19 are invited for a series of hikes in local parks followed by a mini-snack picnic and reading; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Hike + Read: Scott County Park. Venue: Scott County Park.
Saturday, July 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Scott County Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Exploding Creeper Rockets
explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Mathematics on STEM Saturdays; this week, we’ll be doing explosive science with a character we love to hate: the Creeper; a chemical reaction will blast these Creepers off the ground; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Exploding Creeper Rockets. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Saturday, July 19, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Lego Club
on Saturdays; enjoy a morning of free building; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, July 19, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. QCAWC Kids Crafting Day
get your paws busy at our DIY craft stations where kids can create toys and other fun, useful goodies for our shelter pets; free; for information, call 309-787-6830 Option #3 Ext. #36 or e-mail cameron@qcawc.or.
Event Title: QCAWC Kids Crafting Day. Venue: Quad City Animal Welfare Center.
Saturday, July 19, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Quad City Animal Welfare Center.
For more info visit qcawc.org. Teen Leadership Committee
TLC is a group of enthusiastic teenagers collaborating with library staff to enhance services and programs; come and see if this opportunity is right for you; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Leadership Committee. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, July 19, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Teen Silent Reading Party
join us in competing in random challenges, reading a lot, and winning so so so many prizes – books, random swag, and odd things – all while staying completely silent for an hour and a half; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Silent Reading Party. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Saturday, July 19, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Kids Book Club
discuss a new book and do activities related to the book once a month; pick up your free book at the Youth Desk; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Kids Book Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, July 19, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Eco Art Camp 2025
thru July 25; ages 5-9 are invited to a weeklong morning art camp to discover nature from an artist’s perspective; create artwork from nature on topics including plant art, soil art and water art; we’ll have fun in the sun and explore different types of art mediums as we interact with nature in our gardens; campers will get hands-on experience with a variety of art techniques and learn how to find inspiration in nature; come join us for fun in the dirt, water and sun; $110-120; for information, call 309-794-0991.
Event Title: Eco Art Camp 2025. Venue: Quad City Botanical Center.
Monday, July 21, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Quad City Botanical Center.
For more info visit www.qcgardens.com. Zoo Camp for Ages 6-7: The Happy Herd, Session #7
thru July 25; gallop along with The Happy Herd as they explore the Animal Family Tree and discover the similarities and differences between its many members; $120-150; for information and to register, call 309-799-3482.
Event Title: Zoo Camp for Ages 6-7: The Happy Herd, Session #7. Venue: Niabi Zoo.
Monday, July 21, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Niabi Zoo.
For more info visit www.niabizoo.com. Library in the Park: Slattery Park
on Mondays; enjoy a storytime at 10am, activities, checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and so much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park: Slattery Park. Venue: Slattery Park.
Monday, July 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Slattery Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. RIFAC Preschool Storytime
Miss Ranell will visit RIFAC preschool for storytime; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: RIFAC Preschool Storytime. Venue: Rock Island Fitness and Activity Center.
Monday, July 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Fitness and Activity Center.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Stories in the Park
join us during the summer in a different park around Moline for stories, songs, and fun; for children birth to 6 years old with an adult; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Stories in the Park. Venue: Peterson Park.
Monday, July 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Peterson Park.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Tales for Tots
on Mondays; an enriching activity time for children ages birth through three with an adult caregiver; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Tales for Tots. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, July 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Mario Kart Monday
tournaments for tweens and teens ages 12+; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Mario Kart Monday. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, July 21, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Zoo Camp for Ages 6-7: The Happy Herd, Session #7
thru July 25; gallop along with The Happy Herd as they explore the Animal Family Tree and discover the similarities and differences between its many members; $120-150; for information and to register, call 309-799-3482.
Event Title: Zoo Camp for Ages 6-7: The Happy Herd, Session #7. Venue: Niabi Zoo.
Monday, July 21, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Niabi Zoo.
For more info visit www.niabizoo.com. Library in the Park: Emeis Park
on Mondays; enjoy a storytime, activities, checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and so much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park: Emeis Park. Venue: Emeis Park.
Monday, July 21, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Emeis Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen DIY: Decoupage Memory Box with Special Collections
we will be decorating memory boxes using decoupage techniques and learning from the library's Special Collection staff about how to store and protect memories; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen DIY: Decoupage Memory Box with Special Collections. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Monday, July 21, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. PJ Party Storytime: Planes, Trains and Automobiles
get ready to zoom, honk and whoosh around the programming room; put on your PJ’s and join us in the Children's Program Room; this event is for children age 3 and up with their families; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: PJ Party Storytime: Planes, Trains and Automobiles. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, July 21, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. OWLT & About Tales and Trails
on Tuesdays; attendees will meet for a storytime near the Outreach Wheeled Library (OWL); bubbles and butterfly nets will be provided after the storytime to allow for nature play; the OWL will provide books for checkout, library card registrations, and free goodies in the parking lot; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: OWLT & About Tales and Trails. Venue: Sunderbruch Park.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Sunderbruch Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Summer of Adventure Storytime with WQPT PBS
WQPT PBS is making a guest appearance during this storytime and bringing along some of your favorite friends; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Summer of Adventure Storytime with WQPT PBS. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Walkers & Wigglers Storytime
on Tuesdays; we'll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; all ages welcome, best for ages 18 months to 4 years; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Walkers & Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch
on Tuesdays; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of short books, action rhymes and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. YMCA Day Camp Activity
on Tuesdays; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: YMCA Day Camp Activity. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Lego Club
on Tuesdays; flex your building skills with a new challenge each week, or just practice with some free-build time; this program is best suited to elementary-aged kids; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Fan Club: Greek Myths Edition
for grades 4-8; share your fandom love for all things ancient Greece and make new friends; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Fan Club: Greek Myths Edition. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Family Tie Dye
add a splash of fun to your summer by bringing your white clothing items and your creativity; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Family Tie Dye. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Splish Splash Storytime
join us for stories and lots of splishy splashy fun water activities; be prepared to get wet; for birth to age 6, siblings welcome; rain date July 29; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Splish Splash Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teen Read to a Dog
for ages 11-19; QC CAN's Reading Assistance Dogs are specially trained, along with their handler, to provide the environment needed to help teens with mindfulness and confidence with reading aloud; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Read to a Dog. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Library in the Park: Fejervery Learning Center
on Wednesdays; enjoy a storytime at 10am, activities, checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and so much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park: Fejervery Learning Center. Venue: Fejervary Learning Center.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Fejervary Learning Center.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
Tue. & Wed.; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; weekly themes are presented; no registration is required; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Sunshine and Stories
on Wednesdays; we’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; all ages welcome, best for children ages 18 months to 5 years; this program will be held in the Fairmount Children’s Garden weather-permitting; in the case of inclement weather, we’ll move to the Story Room; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Sunshine and Stories. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Tales @ Southwest Branch
on Wednesdays; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of books, action rhymes and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Southwest Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Find Him Where You Left Him Dead
a discussion of Kristen Simmons' book in the Summer Scares Book Club for teens; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Find Him Where You Left Him Dead. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Bloxels
on Wednesdays; learn to build a video game; kids in 2nd-5th grade can use Bloxels to create their own game; registration is required; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Bloxels. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Library in the Park: Marquette Park
on Wednesdays; enjoy a storytime, activities, checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and so much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park: Marquette Park. Venue: Marquette Park.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Marquette Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Book + Club: Man o' War
Cory McCarthy's Stonewall Honor Book tells the coming-of-age story of an Arab American trans teen who has a life-changing encounter at their town's marine life theme park; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Book + Club: Man o' War. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Exploding Creeper Rockets
grab your dice and join us for the library’s Dungeons & Dragons roleplay club; beginner-friendly ongoing campaign where all new players are welcome - recommended for ages 8+; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Exploding Creeper Rockets. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Teen Gaming
on Wednesdays; join us for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that.”); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Library in the Park: Eastern Avenue Park
on Thursdays; enjoy storytime at 9am, activities, checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and so much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park: Eastern Avenue Park. Venue: Eastern Avenue Park.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Eastern Avenue Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Lapsit Storytime
on Thursdays; a special storytime for babies who are not yet walking and their grown-ups; emphasis will be on interaction between caregivers and babies through music, action, and stories; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Lapsit Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
Tue. & Wed.; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; weekly themes are presented; no registration is required; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Stories in the Gardens
on Thursdays; join us in the new Moline Library Gardens for stories, songs, and fun; for children birth to age 6 with a parent or other adult; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Stories in the Gardens. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Pringles Challenge
ages 8-13 are invited to join Miss Holly and Mr. Joe in a tournament of taste to see who is Davenport’s Pringles Expert; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Pringles Challenge. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Shark Week Celebration!
we’ll have shark activities and games for all; the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium will be visiting
with a touch tank of live sharks for their Ocean Odyssey presentation; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Shark Week Celebration! Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Teen Role Playing
on Thursdays; enjoy our favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Role Playing. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Thursday Theater: The Wild Robot
rebooting in the wilderness finds Roz shocked and suddenly caring for an unexpected companion; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Thursday Theater: The Wild Robot. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Stretchy Storytime
explore the magic of storytime through movement and music with this month’s theme: the ocean; for ages 3 - 6 with an adult; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Stretchy Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teen Musical Contest
for those who sing, play an instrument, or perform in a band, sign up now to show off your music skills in the Teen Music Contest open to those in grades 5-12; after registering, you will receive an email with a link to a Google Form to tell us more about your performance; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Musical Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Tales for Tots
an enriching activity time for children ages birth through three with an adult caregiver; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Tales for Tots. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Yoga and Stories in the Park
on Fridays; bring your yoga mat or a towel and join us near the playground; afterwards, stop by our OWL (Outreach Wheeled Library) for selected items available for check out and a fun craft to take home; best for ages 4-10; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Yoga and Stories in the Park. Venue: Vander Veer Botanical Park.
Friday, July 25, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Vander Veer Botanical Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Stories @ Main
on Fridays; jump, shake, and shimmy the sillies out; we’ll have stories, songs, and fun; all ages welcome, best for children ages 1 to 5 years; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Stories @ Main. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Friday, July 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Knights & Dragons Adventure!
join us on a fantasy adventure as we decorate shields, navigate a dragon infested obstacle course, and save the giraffe in distress; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Toddler Knights & Dragons Adventure! Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Friday, July 25, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch
on Fridays; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of books, action rhymes and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Friday, July 25, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. DIY Picnic Blankets: Session 1
gather your family or a group of friends and make your own picnic blanket in this fun workshop; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: DIY Picnic Blankets: Session 1. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Friday, July 25, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. DIY Picnic Blankets: Session 2
gather your family or a group of friends and make your own picnic blanket in this fun workshop; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: DIY Picnic Blankets: Session 2. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Friday, July 25, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois Math in Nature Badge Workshop
Daisy through Junior Girl Scouts can come and earn their Math in Nature badge with Girl Scouts and park rangers; for information, call 563-873-3491 ext. 123.
Event Title: Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois Math in Nature Badge Workshop. Venue: Effigy Mounds National Monument.
Saturday, July 26, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Effigy Mounds National Monument.
For more info visit www.nps.gov. Child's Play | Create : Explore : Experience
on Saturdays; a 15-minute storytime complete with books rhymes and songs followed by 30 minutes of imaginative playtime; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Child's Play | Create : Explore : Experience. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, July 26, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Lego Club
on Saturdays; enjoy a morning of free building; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, July 26, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Junior Scientist Day
the day will focus on the park’s natural resources and monitoring with multiple activities to include a special tour on the Yellow River boardwalk with making a nature journal, beginner birding, and a biodiversity scavenger hunt; activities will also include learning about animal tracks, scats and furs, as well as learning new skills such as sampling techniques for aquatic insects, flower dissection and using a dichotomous key to identify various seeds; there will also be activities that focus on organisms’ ability to survive in their environments such as bird
beak adaptations and camouflage; this event is being conducted in partnership with the Iowa Stem Teacher Externships which pairs teachers with businesses and non-profits in the state to experience real world applications that they can share with their students as they prepare for future careers; for information, call 563-873-3491 ext. 123.
Event Title: Junior Scientist Day. Venue: Effigy Mounds National Monument.
Sunday, July 27, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Effigy Mounds National Monument.
For more info visit www.nps.gov. Zoo Camp for Ages 4-5: The Funky Flock, Session #8
thru June 6; fly with the Funky Flock as they explore a variety of habitats from around the world each day; this 5 day, 2-hour-long camp is for children ages 4-5 years as well as 1 parent/caregiver per child; adult participation is important to develop nature-based interaction with your child; $120-150; for information and to register, call 309-799-3482.
Event Title: Zoo Camp for Ages 4-5: The Funky Flock, Session #1. Venue: Niabi Zoo.
Monday, July 28, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Niabi Zoo.
For more info visit www.niabizoo.com. Library in the Park: Slattery Park
on Mondays; enjoy a storytime at 10am, activities, checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and so much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park: Slattery Park. Venue: Slattery Park.
Monday, July 28, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Slattery Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Stories in the Park
join us during the summer in a different park around Moline for stories, songs, and fun; for children birth to 6 years old with an adult; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Stories in the Park. Venue: Moline Browning Field.
Monday, July 28, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Browning Park.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Tales for Tots
on Mondays; an enriching activity time for children ages birth through three with an adult caregiver; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Tales for Tots. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, July 28, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Supersmash Tournament
tournaments for tweens and teens ages 12+; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Supersmash Tournament. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, July 28, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Zoo Camp for Ages 4-5: The Funky Flock, Session #8
thru June 6; fly with the Funky Flock as they explore a variety of habitats from around the world each day; this 5 day, 2-hour-long camp is for children ages 4-5 years as well as 1 parent/caregiver per child; adult participation is important to develop nature-based interaction with your child; $120-150; for information and to register, call 309-799-3482.
Event Title: Zoo Camp for Ages 4-5: The Funky Flock, Session #1. Venue: Niabi Zoo.
Monday, July 28, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Niabi Zoo.
For more info visit www.niabizoo.com. Library in the Park: Emeis Park
on Mondays; enjoy a storytime, activities, checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and so much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park: Emeis Park. Venue: Emeis Park.
Monday, July 28, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Emeis Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Young Adventurer's Club
grades 3-5 join us to play Dungeons and Dragons; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Young Adventurer's Club. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, July 28, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. OWLT & About Tales and Trails
on Tuesdays; attendees will meet for a storytime near the Outreach Wheeled Library (OWL); bubbles and butterfly nets will be provided after the storytime to allow for nature play; the OWL will provide books for checkout, library card registrations, and free goodies in the parking lot; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: OWLT & About Tales and Trails. Venue: Sunderbruch Park.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Sunderbruch Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Walkers & Wigglers Storytime
on Tuesdays; we'll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; all ages welcome, best for ages 18 months to 4 years; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Walkers & Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch
on Tuesdays; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of short books, action rhymes and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Pop-Up Library at Autistic & Loved
attendees will have the opportunity to visit the OWL, learn about our Summer Reading Program, register for a library card, and browse from a collection of materials for check out; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Pop-Up Library at Autistic & Loved. Venue: Autistic and Loved.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Autistic and Loved.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. YMCA Day Camp Activity
on Tuesdays; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: YMCA Day Camp Activity. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Lego Club
on Tuesdays; flex your building skills with a new challenge each week, or just practice with some free-build time; this program is best suited to elementary-aged kids; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Library2Go at Longview Park
a Children's Librarian and the Mobile Library will be there to share children's stories and an activity; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Library2Go at Longview Park. Venue: Longview Park.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Longview Park.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Teen Board Games
compete against your friends at this teen-only board game afternoon; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Board Games. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Resin Crafts: Afternoon Activity @ Watts-Midtown
free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Resin Crafts: Afternoon Activity @ Watts-Midtown. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Smaug Dragon Book Nook
we’re bringing a fan favorite moment in The Hobbit to life in a book nook; if you're not a Smaug fan, we’ll have other dragons available to hoard your treasure; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Smaug Dragon Book Nook. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Anime Takeover!
join us as we watch an anime film, have snacks, and socialize with others interested in anime; content will be rated PG13/TV14 (or international equivalent); for ages 11 to 111; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Anime Takeover! Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Library in the Park: Fejervery Learning Center
on Wednesdays; enjoy a storytime at 10am, activities, checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and so much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park: Fejervery Learning Center. Venue: Fejervary Learning Center.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Fejervary Learning Center.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
Tue. & Wed.; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; weekly themes are presented; no registration is required; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Sunshine and Stories
on Wednesdays; we’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; all ages welcome, best for children ages 18 months to 5 years; this program will be held in the Fairmount Children’s Garden weather-permitting; in the case of inclement weather, we’ll move to the Story Room; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Sunshine and Stories. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Tales @ Southwest Branch
on Wednesdays; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of books, action rhymes and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Southwest Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Bloxels
on Wednesdays; learn to build a video game; kids in 2nd-5th grade can use Bloxels to create their own game; registration is required; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Bloxels. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Library in the Park: Marquette Park
on Wednesdays; enjoy a storytime, activities, checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and so much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park: Marquette Park. Venue: Marquette Park.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Marquette Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Minecraft Movie Party
it's time to go on a block-building adventure with Steve as we watch the Minecraft Movie; there will be themed snacks, crafts and an interactive script to enjoy as we watch the movie; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Minecraft Movie Party. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Tween Role Playing Group
eginner role-playing for ages 10-12 or grades 4-6; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Tween Role Playing Group. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Teen Gaming
on Wednesdays; join us for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that.”); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Library in the Park: Eastern Avenue Park
on Thursdays; enjoy storytime at 9am, activities, checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and so much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park: Eastern Avenue Park. Venue: Eastern Avenue Park.
Thursday, July 31, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Eastern Avenue Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Lapsit Storytime
on Thursdays; a special storytime for babies who are not yet walking and their grown-ups; emphasis will be on interaction between caregivers and babies through music, action, and stories; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Lapsit Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, July 31, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
Tue. & Wed.; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; weekly themes are presented; no registration is required; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, July 31, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Teen Role Playing
on Thursdays; enjoy our favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Role Playing. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, July 31, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Thursday Theater: Title TBD
the final SRP movie will be decided when more information is known about upcoming release dates; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Thursday Theater: Title TBD. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, July 31, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Dance Me a Story with Ballet Quad Cities
visiting us this week is Emily Kate Long from Ballet Quad Cities; we’ll be learning what it means to be uniquely you as we read “Giraffes Can’t Dance” and bring the story to life through dance; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Dance Me a Story with Ballet Quad Cities. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Thursday, July 31, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch
on Fridays; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of books, action rhymes and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Friday, August 1, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Early Registration - Teen Library Lock-in (Teen Advisory Board Members Only)
ages 11-19 are invited to spend hours camping out in the dim, locked, and empty Eastern Branch; we’ll play flashlight tag in the book stacks, learn about haunted places in the Quad Cities, play video games, do some cozy crafting, and eat lots and lots and lots of snacks; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Early Registration - Teen Library Lock-in (Teen Advisory Board Members Only). Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Friday, August 1, 2025, 4:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Summer Reading Tween/Teen Lock-In
open to readers who have completed the 2025 Teen Summer Reading Program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Summer Reading Tween/Teen Lock-In. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Friday, August 1, 2025, 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teen Library Lock-in
ages 11-19 are invited to spend hours camping out in the dim, locked, and empty Eastern Branch; we’ll play flashlight tag in the book stacks, learn about haunted places in the Quad Cities, play video games, do some cozy crafting, and eat lots and lots and lots of snacks; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Library Lock-in. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Friday, August 1, 2025, 4:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Child's Play | Create : Explore : Experience
on Saturdays; a 15-minute storytime complete with books rhymes and songs followed by 30 minutes of imaginative playtime; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Child's Play | Create : Explore : Experience. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, August 2, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Lego Club
on Saturdays; enjoy a morning of free building; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, August 2, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Teen Leadership Committee
TLC is a group of enthusiastic teenagers collaborating with library staff to enhance services and programs; come and see if this opportunity is right for you; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Leadership Committee. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, August 2, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.