Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Wednesday, January 15, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Preschool Storytime
on Wednesdays & Thursdays; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, January 15, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.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, January 15, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Teen Open Gaming
on Wednesdays; head to the library on your early out Wednesdays for board games, video games, tabletop games, and more; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, January 15, 2025, 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Teen Time
on Wednesdays; teens and tweens in Grades 5-12 - join us every Wednesday after Moline schools dismiss for games and activities in the Teen Corner; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Time. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, January 15, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. After School Kids Lab: Scratch Paper Art
create a masterpiece using a special kind of paper called scratch art paper that allows you to engrave your artwork, revealing rainbow or metallic colors underneath a black layer of paint; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: After School Kids Lab: Scratch Paper Art. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, January 15, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Teen Time Plus: Gaming
play PS4, Wii, Xbox, Switch, and tabletop games in the Second Floor Program room; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Time Plus: Gaming. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, January 15, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Life-Size Game Night: Battleship
time to go big or go home in a Life-Size version of Battleship; bring the whole family as you work in teams to locate and sink your opponent's ships; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Life-Size Game Night: Battleship. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Wednesday, January 15, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Kids Anime Club
for grades 3-5; fun program where you don't have to read the same thing everyone else is reading - just come to 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, January 15, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Thursday, January 16, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Little Movers Storytime
on Mon. & Thu.; kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, January 16, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
on Wednesdays & Thursdays; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, January 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Winter Toddler Playgroup
on Thursdays; relaxing and casual fun for kids 5 and younger with their caregiver; toys and activities will be set out; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Winter Toddler Playgroup. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Thursday, January 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest
on Thursdays; after school-activities every week on Tuesday (Watts-Midtown) and Thursday (Southwest) for school age kids (K-6); free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Thursday, January 16, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Teen Library Council
students in grades 6-12 are needed to give advice and feedback about Library programs, materials, and services; a great way to learn about volunteer opportunities and to hang out with friends; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Library Council. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, January 16, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:15 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teen Role Playing Games
on Thursdays; play your favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Role Playing Games. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, January 16, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Teen Hamilton Party
enjoy a showing of the musical Hamilton and some trivia; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Teen Hamilton Party. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Thursday, January 16, 2025, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Da Vinci Kids
ages 3-6 and their grown-up can make handprint art as we explore Andy Warhol and his work; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, January 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.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; this program is great for kids of all ages; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Read to a Dog. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, January 16, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Family Storytime: Tissue Paper Paintings
for ages 6-11; we’ll be reading stories about art and making a tissue paper craft; free; for information, call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Family Storytime: Tissue Paper Paintings. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Thursday, January 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. 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, January 16, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Friday, January 17, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Interactive Movie Kits
on the 1st & 3rd Fridays of the month; enjoy a fun family movie night at home with one of our interactive movie kits! Kits will include enough supplies for the whole family and can be picked up at any Davenport public library; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Interactive Movie Kits. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Friday, January 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch
on Fridays; 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.
Friday, January 17, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Storytime with the Author: Cindy Corrigan
our special Storytime guest and local author Cindy Corrigan will read her books from the “Am I Ready 4 Kindergarten” series following two preschool-age puppies as they grow their skills and get ready for kindergarten; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Storytime with the Author: Cindy Corrigan. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Friday, January 17, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. LEAD Fridays @ Watts-Midtown Branch
we welcome the LEAD Friday groups from Eugene Field Elementary to the library to learn about library cards, our collection, programs and be reading leaders free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Friday, January 17, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Saturday, January 18, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Teen Winter Reading Bingo Challenge
thru Feb. 15; grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and activities; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, January 18, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program
thru Feb. 15; for children from birth to 6th grade; read (or listen) to books and do fun activities to earn charms for your very own charm bracelet; pick out your own book to keep from our special prize cart if you finish the program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, January 18, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Book Buddies: Fruits and Veggies
recommended for children ages 0-5; a super fun time filled with songs and stories all about fruits and veggies; free; for information, call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Book Buddies: Fruits and Veggies. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Saturday, January 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.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, January 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba -- Volume I
a discussion of Koyoharu Gotouge's book with the Teen Graphic Novel Club; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba -- Volume I. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Saturday, January 18, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Lego Club
enjoy a morning of free building; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, January 18, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Teen Advisory Board
learn about volunteering at the library; you'll help us plan events, select books, and more: we'll meet each month after Teen Graphic Novel Book Club, and snacks will be provided; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Teen Advisory Board. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Saturday, January 18, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Family Puzzle Race
we will have 12 teams put together the same 500 piece puzzle to see who finishes first; the puzzle design will not be revealed until we say GO! Sign up on the library's Web site; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Family Puzzle Race. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Saturday, January 18, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Family Board Games
BYOG (Bring Your Own Game) to our Family Board Games event where you can share your favorite games with others; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Family Board Games. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, January 18, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Dog Man Party
to kick off the Winter Reading Program (and the Dog Man movie releasing later this month!) we're throwing a supa awesome party; enjoy crafts and games to celebrate our favorite half-dog half-human hero from the Dog Man series by Dav Pilkey; costumes are welcome but not required; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Dog Man Party. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, January 18, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Full S.T.E.A.M Ahead: Nintendo LABO
for ages 6-11; help us put together a Nintendo LABO kit; free; for information, call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Full S.T.E.A.M Ahead: Nintendo LABO. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Saturday, January 18, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Teen Leadership Committee Meeting
meet with a group of enthusiastic teenagers who collaborate with library staff to enhance services and programs; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Role Playing Games. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, January 18, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Teen Book Club: Fantasy
teens are welcome to join us for a lively discussion of a different YA fantasy book each month; enjoy snacks and get to know other teen readers; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Book Club: Fantasy. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, January 18, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.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, January 18, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Sunday, January 19, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Teen Winter Reading Bingo Challenge
thru Feb. 15; grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and activities; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Sunday, January 19, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program
thru Feb. 15; for children from birth to 6th grade; read (or listen) to books and do fun activities to earn charms for your very own charm bracelet; pick out your own book to keep from our special prize cart if you finish the program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Sunday, January 19, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Monday, January 20, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Teen Winter Reading Bingo Challenge
thru Feb. 15; grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and activities; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, January 20, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program
thru Feb. 15; for children from birth to 6th grade; read (or listen) to books and do fun activities to earn charms for your very own charm bracelet; pick out your own book to keep from our special prize cart if you finish the program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, January 20, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Little Movers Storytime
on Mon. & Thu.; kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, January 20, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM.
Moline Public Library.
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, January 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Little Movers Storytime
on Mondays; kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, January 20, 2025, 10:45 AM – 11:30 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. DIY Tie Blankets
drop in to make a cozy DIY tie blanket to keep or to donate; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: DIY Tie Blankets. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, January 20, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Auditions: QCMG Youth Chorus
seeking sinters grades 3-8 with unchanged voices for the spring session; the QCMG Youth Chorus rehearse on Mondays, beginning on the 27th of January, initially either 4:15-5:00pm for Part 1 or 5:15-6:00p.m. for Part 2 (full ensemble in Mar. 4:30-6:00) in the lobby of our theater in Prospect Park in Moline; for questions, specific information, and to setup an audition, contact Valeree Pieper at qcmgyouthchorus@gmail.com.
Venue: Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium.
Monday, January 20, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium.
For more info visit qcmusicguild.com. Auditions: QCMG Youth Chorus
seeking sinters grades 3-8 with unchanged voices for the spring session; the QCMG Youth Chorus rehearse on Mondays, beginning on the 27th of January, initially either 4:15-5:00pm for Part 1 or 5:15-6:00p.m. for Part 2 (full ensemble in Mar. 4:30-6:00) in the lobby of our theater in Prospect Park in Moline; for questions, specific information, and to setup an audition, contact Valeree Pieper at qcmgyouthchorus@gmail.com.
Venue: Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium.
Monday, January 20, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium.
For more info visit qcmusicguild.com. PJ Party Storytime: Fairy Tales
for ages 3 & up and their families; put on your PJ’s and join us in the Children's Program Room and get ready to chase dragons, find fairies and travel with knights; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: PJ Party Storytime: Fairy Tales. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, January 20, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Tuesday, January 21, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Teen Winter Reading Bingo Challenge
thru Feb. 15; grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and activities; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, January 21, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program
thru Feb. 15; for children from birth to 6th grade; read (or listen) to books and do fun activities to earn charms for your very own charm bracelet; pick out your own book to keep from our special prize cart if you finish the program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, January 21, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.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, January 21, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown
on Thursdays; after school-activities every week on Tuesday (Watts-Midtown) and Thursday (Southwest) for school age kids (K-6); free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, January 21, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Family Storytime: Snow Truck
we’re exploring snow trucks with stories, songs, and a fun take-home craft: Snow Truck Snow Globes; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Family Storytime: Snow Truck. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Tuesday, January 21, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Teen Tuesday: Clay Day
experiment with cool tools and techniques to shape and sculpt with air-dry clay; free; for information, call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Teen Tuesday: Clay Day. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Tuesday, January 21, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Teen Winter Reading Bingo Challenge
thru Feb. 15; grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and activities; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program
thru Feb. 15; for children from birth to 6th grade; read (or listen) to books and do fun activities to earn charms for your very own charm bracelet; pick out your own book to keep from our special prize cart if you finish the program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
on Wednesdays & Thursdays; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.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, January 22, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Teen Open Gaming
on Wednesdays; head to the library on your early out Wednesdays for board games, video games, tabletop games, and more; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Teen Time
on Wednesdays; teens and tweens in Grades 5-12 - join us every Wednesday after Moline schools dismiss for games and activities in the Teen Corner; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Time. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. After School Kids Lab: Paper Cup Kinetic Crafts
make paper cups jump and fly using some basic cutting techniques and craft supplies; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: After School Kids Lab: Paper Cup Kinetic Crafts. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Teen Time Plus: Sewing
while you do not have to arrive right at 3:30pm to participate, it is recommended you arrive as early as possible to have time to complete the project; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Time Plus: Sewing. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. D&D Roleplay Club
the return of the library’s Dungeons & Dragons roleplay club; beginner-friendly ongoing campaign, new players welcome - ages 8+ recommended; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: D&D Roleplay Club. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Teen Cricut Mugs
join us to learn how to create, cut, and press vinyl, turning your custom design into a personalized mug; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Teen Cricut Mugs. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Family Storytime @ Watts-Midtown Branch
families are invited to enjoy story time full of books, action rhymes, songs and a simple craft; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Family Storytime @ Watts-Midtown Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Thursday, January 23, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Teen Winter Reading Bingo Challenge
thru Feb. 15; grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and activities; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, January 23, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program
thru Feb. 15; for children from birth to 6th grade; read (or listen) to books and do fun activities to earn charms for your very own charm bracelet; pick out your own book to keep from our special prize cart if you finish the program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, January 23, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Little Movers Storytime
on Mon. & Thu.; kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, January 23, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
on Wednesdays & Thursdays; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, January 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Winter Toddler Playgroup
on Thursdays; relaxing and casual fun for kids 5 and younger with their caregiver; toys and activities will be set out; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Winter Toddler Playgroup. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Thursday, January 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest
on Thursdays; after school-activities every week on Tuesday (Watts-Midtown) and Thursday (Southwest) for school age kids (K-6); free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Thursday, January 23, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Teen Role Playing Games
on Thursdays; play your favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Role Playing Games. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, January 23, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Stretchy Storytime
for ages 3-6 with an adult; explore the magic of storytime through movement and music!; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Stretchy Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, January 23, 2025, 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Family Storytime: Torn Paper Penguins
for ages 6-11; we’ll read tales of our feathered friends and then get crafty with torn paper to make your own penguin masterpiece; free; for information, call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Family Storytime: Torn Paper Penguins. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Thursday, January 23, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Teen Art Committee
we're beautifying the quad and we need your help to do it; grades 6-12 are encouraged to paint, plan, and decorate while gaining service learning hours; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Art Committee. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, January 23, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.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, January 23, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Friday, January 24, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Teen Winter Reading Bingo Challenge
thru Feb. 15; grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and activities; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Friday, January 24, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program
thru Feb. 15; for children from birth to 6th grade; read (or listen) to books and do fun activities to earn charms for your very own charm bracelet; pick out your own book to keep from our special prize cart if you finish the program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Friday, January 24, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch
on Fridays; 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.
Friday, January 24, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Toddler Time
Miss Ashe’s Storytime for ages 0-PreK has stories, songs, and a fun sensory playtime activity; this month we’ll be enjoying waterplay with Snowflake Soup; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Toddler Time. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Friday, January 24, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Teen Movie Night
watch "Mean Girls," enjoy popcorn and soda, and hang out with your friends after hours; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Movie Night. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Friday, January 24, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Saturday, January 25, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Teen Winter Reading Bingo Challenge
thru Feb. 15; grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and activities; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, January 25, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program
thru Feb. 15; for children from birth to 6th grade; read (or listen) to books and do fun activities to earn charms for your very own charm bracelet; pick out your own book to keep from our special prize cart if you finish the program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, January 25, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Amphibians & Reptiles: Ages 4-5
your child will have the opportunity to learn about a variety of the endangered species our Zookeepers care for, the threats facing them, and how we can help to save these species before it's too late; requires an adult to attend with your child; $12-15; for information and to register, call 309-799-3482.
Event Title: Amphibians & Reptiles: Ages 4-5. Venue: Niabi Zoo.
Saturday, January 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Niabi Zoo.
For more info visit www.niabizoo.com. Book Buddies (Sensory Session): Things That Go
recommended for children ages 0-5; a super fun time filled with songs, stories, and our new sensory bin theme; free; for information, call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Book Buddies (Sensory Session): Things That Go. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Saturday, January 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.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, January 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Lego Club
enjoy a morning of free building; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, January 25, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Amphibians & Reptiles: Ages 6-9
your child will have the opportunity to learn about a variety of the endangered species our Zookeepers care for, the threats facing them, and how we can help to save these species before it's too late; $16-20; for information and to register, call 309-799-3482.
Event Title: Amphibians & Reptiles: Ages 6-9. Venue: Niabi Zoo.
Saturday, January 25, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
Niabi Zoo.
For more info visit www.niabizoo.com. Cookie Decorating
put your art skills to the test and decorate some cookies; this is for anyone in grades 4-8 and registration is required; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Cookie Decorating. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Saturday, January 25, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Lego Club: Vehicles
for ages 6-11; join us at the library for LEGO Club and make vehicles out of Legos; free; for information, call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Lego Club: Vehicles. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Saturday, January 25, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Amphibians & Reptiles: Ages 10-13
your child will have the opportunity to learn about a variety of the endangered species our Zookeepers care for, the threats facing them, and how we can help to save these species before it's too late; $16-20; for information and to register, call 309-799-3482.
Event Title: Amphibians & Reptiles: Ages 10-13. Venue: Niabi Zoo.
Saturday, January 25, 2025, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
Niabi Zoo.
For more info visit www.niabizoo.com. Teen 80s vs 90s Party
with crafts, games and activities and decide which era is your favorite; dress your best - prize awarded for best costume; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen 80s vs 90s Party. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, January 25, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Sunday, January 26, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Teen Winter Reading Bingo Challenge
thru Feb. 15; grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and activities; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Sunday, January 26, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program
thru Feb. 15; for children from birth to 6th grade; read (or listen) to books and do fun activities to earn charms for your very own charm bracelet; pick out your own book to keep from our special prize cart if you finish the program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Sunday, January 26, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Monday, January 27, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Teen Winter Reading Bingo Challenge
thru Feb. 15; grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and activities; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, January 27, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program
thru Feb. 15; for children from birth to 6th grade; read (or listen) to books and do fun activities to earn charms for your very own charm bracelet; pick out your own book to keep from our special prize cart if you finish the program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, January 27, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Little Movers Storytime
on Mon. & Thu.; kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, January 27, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM.
Moline Public Library.
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, January 27, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Little Movers Storytime
on Mondays; kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, January 27, 2025, 10:45 AM – 11:30 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Homeschool Hangout
ids of all ages are welcome to socialize at this monthly homeschool hangout every fourth Monday; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Homeschool Hangout. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, January 27, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Young Adventurer's Club: Character Building
for grades 3-5 who want to build their own Dungeons and Dragons character; make your very own Level 1 character to use during adventures; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Young Adventurer's Club: Character Building. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, January 27, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Tuesday, January 28, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Teen Winter Reading Bingo Challenge
thru Feb. 15; grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and activities; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, January 28, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program
thru Feb. 15; for children from birth to 6th grade; read (or listen) to books and do fun activities to earn charms for your very own charm bracelet; pick out your own book to keep from our special prize cart if you finish the program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, January 28, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.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, January 28, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown
on Thursdays; after school-activities every week on Tuesday (Watts-Midtown) and Thursday (Southwest) for school age kids (K-6); free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Tummy Time
bring your baby to the Children's Program Room to make a mess-free painting while lying on their tummy; for babies 0 - 6 months with their caregiver(s); free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Tummy Time. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Anime Takeover
join us as we watch Japanese Animation, have snacks, and socialize with others interested in Anime; content will be rated PG13/TV14 (or international equivalent); content provided courtesy of CrunchyRoll; for ages 11 to 111; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Anime Takeover. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Family Storytime: Year of the Snake
we’re learning about the Chinese Zodiac with a Year of the Snake Storytime; join Miss Ashe for stories, songs, and a fun take-home craft: Paper Plate Snakes; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Family Storytime: Year of the Snake. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Teen Tuesday: Watercolor Flowers
join us for a fun watercolor flower painting session; free; for information, call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Teen Tuesday: Watercolor Flowers. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Wednesday, January 29, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Teen Winter Reading Bingo Challenge
thru Feb. 15; grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and activities; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, January 29, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program
thru Feb. 15; for children from birth to 6th grade; read (or listen) to books and do fun activities to earn charms for your very own charm bracelet; pick out your own book to keep from our special prize cart if you finish the program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, January 29, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
on Wednesdays & Thursdays; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, January 29, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.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, January 29, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Teen Open Gaming
on Wednesdays; head to the library on your early out Wednesdays for board games, video games, tabletop games, and more; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, January 29, 2025, 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Teen Time
on Wednesdays; teens and tweens in Grades 5-12 - join us every Wednesday after Moline schools dismiss for games and activities in the Teen Corner; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Time. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, January 29, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. After School Kids Lab: Fingerprint Analysis
learn how professionals can tell the difference between everyone's unique fingerprints; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: After School Kids Lab: Fingerprint Analysis. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, January 29, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Teen Time Plus: Mixed Media Collage
we will work on a mixed media art piece that you can submit in the Wild About Reading Mixed Media Art Contes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Time Plus: Mixed Media Collage. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, January 29, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Hot Cocoa Slime
craft the ultimate cozy hot cocoa slime; all supplies will be provided; this is for kids in grades 4-8; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Hot Cocoa Slime. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, January 29, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Doki Doki Anime Club: Lunar New Year Celebration
a club where we nerd out over all things Japanese, and this month we’re celebrating the Lunar New Year with games, crafts, anime, and snacks; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Doki Doki Anime Club: Lunar New Year Celebration. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Wednesday, January 29, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Thursday, January 30, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Teen Winter Reading Bingo Challenge
thru Feb. 15; grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and activities; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, January 30, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program
thru Feb. 15; for children from birth to 6th grade; read (or listen) to books and do fun activities to earn charms for your very own charm bracelet; pick out your own book to keep from our special prize cart if you finish the program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, January 30, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Little Movers Storytime
on Mon. & Thu.; kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, January 30, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
on Wednesdays & Thursdays; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, January 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Winter Toddler Playgroup
on Thursdays; relaxing and casual fun for kids 5 and younger with their caregiver; toys and activities will be set out; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Winter Toddler Playgroup. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Thursday, January 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest
on Thursdays; after school-activities every week on Tuesday (Watts-Midtown) and Thursday (Southwest) for school age kids (K-6); free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Thursday, January 30, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Teen Role Playing Games
on Thursdays; play your favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Role Playing Games. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, January 30, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Family Storytime: Snake Finger Puppets
for ages 6-11; discover the vibrant traditions through captivating stories and then bring the celebration to life by crafting your very own snake finger puppet for The Year of the Snake; free; for information, call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Family Storytime: Snake Finger Puppets. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Thursday, January 30, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Lunar New Year Celebration!
start with a special story time in the Children's Program Room at 6pm, followed by games, crafts and even more fun activities to celebrate the Lunar New Year throughout the Children's Department; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Lunar New Year Celebration! Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, January 30, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch
the Quad City Arts Visiting Artist Series presents this heartwarming puppet play that examines the effect that kindness can have on a lonely existence; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Thursday, January 30, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Friday, January 31, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Teen Winter Reading Bingo Challenge
thru Feb. 15; grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and activities; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Friday, January 31, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program
thru Feb. 15; for children from birth to 6th grade; read (or listen) to books and do fun activities to earn charms for your very own charm bracelet; pick out your own book to keep from our special prize cart if you finish the program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Friday, January 31, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch
on Fridays; 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.
Friday, January 31, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. LEAD Fridays @ Watts-Midtown Branch
we welcome the LEAD Friday groups from Eugene Field Elementary to the library to learn about library cards, our collection, programs and be reading leaders free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Friday, January 31, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Saturday, February 1, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Teen Winter Reading Bingo Challenge
thru Feb. 15; grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and activities; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, February 1, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program
thru Feb. 15; for children from birth to 6th grade; read (or listen) to books and do fun activities to earn charms for your very own charm bracelet; pick out your own book to keep from our special prize cart if you finish the program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, February 1, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Book Buddies (Craft Buddies): Snakes
recommended for children ages 0-5; a super fun time filled with songs, stories, and a snake craft; free; for information, call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Book Buddies (Craft Buddies): Snakes. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Saturday, February 1, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.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, February 1, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Winter Carnival
activities include storytimes, a special wintry craft activity, and a Little Hands Site with activities for ages 5 and under; storytimes will start at 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, and 1:30; at 2:30, we'll have a showing of Frozen, with, of course, popcorn; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Winter Carnival. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, February 1, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Adopt a Reading Pet
pick out a (stuffed) dog or cat to help you meet your reading goals; stop back throughout the month for special events just for you and your new pal; your pet is yours to keep; this program is for children ages 5-9; quantities limited, while supplies last; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Adopt a Reading Pet. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Saturday, February 1, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Sunday, February 2, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Teen Winter Reading Bingo Challenge
thru Feb. 15; grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and activities; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Sunday, February 2, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program
thru Feb. 15; for children from birth to 6th grade; read (or listen) to books and do fun activities to earn charms for your very own charm bracelet; pick out your own book to keep from our special prize cart if you finish the program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Sunday, February 2, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Monday, February 3, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Teen Winter Reading Bingo Challenge
thru Feb. 15; grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and activities; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, February 3, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program
thru Feb. 15; for children from birth to 6th grade; read (or listen) to books and do fun activities to earn charms for your very own charm bracelet; pick out your own book to keep from our special prize cart if you finish the program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, February 3, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Little Movers Storytime
on Mon. & Thu.; kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, February 3, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Friendship Bracelets
join Miss Christie and learn to make a friendship bracelet; this program is best suited for ages 8+; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Friendship Bracelets. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Monday, February 3, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Pre-K Prep Storytime
designed especially to give children access to opportunities that promote school success and build early literacy skills; in addition to stories, songs, and fingerplays, we’ll engage in fun activities that help with letter and number recognition, sight words, counting, colors, and more; best for children ages 3-5; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Pre-K Prep Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, February 3, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.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, February 3, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Little Movers Storytime
on Mondays; kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, February 3, 2025, 10:45 AM – 11:30 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. The Nest Book Club
we’ll not only take part in a storytime and activity, but also learn how to create special storytimes at home; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: The Nest Book Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, February 3, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Bouncy Ball Party
have a ball at our Bouncy Ball Party; for ages 7 to 10; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Bouncy Ball Party. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, February 3, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. The Muggle Club
ages 7-11 can celebrate all things wizarding world; activities will vary, but include trivia, crafts, snacks, and spells; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: The Muggle Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Monday, February 3, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Tuesday, February 4, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Teen Winter Reading Bingo Challenge
thru Feb. 15; grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and activities; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, February 4, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program
thru Feb. 15; for children from birth to 6th grade; read (or listen) to books and do fun activities to earn charms for your very own charm bracelet; pick out your own book to keep from our special prize cart if you finish the program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, February 4, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Kitchen Science
learn about food science with everyday items found in your kitchen; this program is best suited for elementary aged kids, registration is required; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Kitchen Science. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, February 4, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Take and Make Tuesday
at all Davenport libraries; pick-up a fun craft that you can do at home; each week, we’ll offer a different craft available for pick-up starting at 3pm while supplies last; best for ages 6+; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Take and Make Tuesday. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Tuesday, February 4, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Walkers and 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 and Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, February 4, 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, February 4, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown
on Thursdays; after school-activities every week on Tuesday (Watts-Midtown) and Thursday (Southwest) for school age kids (K-6); free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, February 4, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Kids’ Advisory Board
the library welcomes all kids between ages 7 and 10 to join the new Kids’ Advisory Board; members will meet once a month with Ms. Emily and Mr. Joe to talk all things library; members will have the opportunity to share ideas for future children’s programs, make suggestions for items to add to library collections, and participate in service projects like making decorations or bulletin boards; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Kids’ Advisory Board. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, February 4, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Tuesday: Acrylic Bookmarks
craft your very own custom bookmarks; free; for information, call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Teen Tuesday: Acrylic Bookmarks. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Tuesday, February 4, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Wednesday, February 5, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Teen Winter Reading Bingo Challenge
thru Feb. 15; grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and activities; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, February 5, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program
thru Feb. 15; for children from birth to 6th grade; read (or listen) to books and do fun activities to earn charms for your very own charm bracelet; pick out your own book to keep from our special prize cart if you finish the program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, February 5, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
on Wednesdays & Thursdays; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, February 5, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Walkers & Wigglers Storytime
on Wednesdays; we’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; stick around afterwards free play for the little ones; all ages welcome, best for children ages 18 months to 4 years; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Walkers & Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, February 5, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 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, February 5, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Teen Open Gaming
on Wednesdays; head to the library on your early out Wednesdays for board games, video games, tabletop games, and more; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, February 5, 2025, 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Teen Time
on Wednesdays; teens and tweens in Grades 5-12 - join us every Wednesday after Moline schools dismiss for games and activities in the Teen Corner; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Time. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, February 5, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. After School Kids Lab: Oversized Games
play giant versions of popular games, including Connect Four, Jenga, Checkers, Uno, and more; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: After School Kids Lab: Oversized Games. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, February 5, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Kids Craft Series: Friendship Bracelets
hang out and learn to make something new; best suited to kids 7+, registration is required; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Kids Craft Series: Friendship Bracelets. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Wednesday, February 5, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Gaming
on Wednesdays; stop in 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, February 5, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Sew Fun! - Snake Keychains
these sassy serpents are easy and fun to make, fits right in the palm of your hand and are absolutely perfect for 2025's Year of the Snake; children will learn new sewing techniques to bring these keychains to life to add to their zodiac collection - or as a cool decoration for bags, lanyards, and more; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Sew Fun! - Snake Keychains. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, February 5, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Thursday, February 6, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Teen Winter Reading Bingo Challenge
thru Feb. 15; grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and activities; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, February 6, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program
thru Feb. 15; for children from birth to 6th grade; read (or listen) to books and do fun activities to earn charms for your very own charm bracelet; pick out your own book to keep from our special prize cart if you finish the program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, February 6, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Little Movers Storytime
on Mon. & Thu.; kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, February 6, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.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, February 6, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
on Wednesdays & Thursdays; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, February 6, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Winter Toddler Playgroup
on Thursdays; relaxing and casual fun for kids 5 and younger with their caregiver; toys and activities will be set out; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Winter Toddler Playgroup. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Thursday, February 6, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest
on Thursdays; after school-activities every week on Tuesday (Watts-Midtown) and Thursday (Southwest) for school age kids (K-6); free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Thursday, February 6, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Teen Role Playing Games
on Thursdays; play your favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Role Playing Games. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, February 6, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Monster Society Presents: Faeries
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; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Monster Society Presents: Faeries. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, February 6, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Reading Assistance Dogs
children have the opportunity to read aloud to dogs from Quad City Canines; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Reading Assistance Dogs. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, February 6, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.