QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; find out which QC Libraries' teens can read the most minutes during the month of October; ages 11-19 can track their reading on the Beanstack app or on paper logs available at the Davenport Public Library; every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for a bean bag chair, a Cobbler the Blueberry Cow Plushie from Bright Bat, a curated book haul, or a sketchbook & pens combo; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; the QC Libraries invite ages 11-19 to showcase their creativity in the 2025 Teentober Contests; this year's theme is One of Us is Lying, and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; all entries are due Oct. 31, 2025, and winners will be announced at the Teentober Red Carpet Awards Event at the Putnam Museum & Science Center on Thursday, November 13; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests
thru Oct. 31; for every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you will earn a prize for the first 250 minutes you read as well; if you read at least 1000 minutes, you will be entered in the QC Libraries’ grand prize drawing for a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; find out which QC Libraries' teens can read the most minutes during the month of October; ages 11-19 can track their reading on the Beanstack app or on paper logs available at the Davenport Public Library; every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for a bean bag chair, a Cobbler the Blueberry Cow Plushie from Bright Bat, a curated book haul, or a sketchbook & pens combo; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; the QC Libraries invite ages 11-19 to showcase their creativity in the 2025 Teentober Contests; this year's theme is One of Us is Lying, and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; all entries are due Oct. 31, 2025, and winners will be announced at the Teentober Red Carpet Awards Event at the Putnam Museum & Science Center on Thursday, November 13; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests
thru Oct. 31; for every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you will earn a prize for the first 250 minutes you read as well; if you read at least 1000 minutes, you will be entered in the QC Libraries’ grand prize drawing for a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Little Movers Storytime
Mondays at 8:30 & 11am; for 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 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, October 20, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Pre-K Prep Storytime
on Mondays; 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; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Pre-K Prep Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, October 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Pumpkin Party Storytime
we'll read pumpkin stories, sing and dance, and do a fun pumpkin craft; attendees will even be able to pick their own mini pumpkin to take home from our pumpkin patch; for ages 8-19; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Pumpkin Party Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, October 20, 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, October 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Homeschool Hangout
ids of all ages are welcome to socialize with games and crafts at this homeschool-friendly event; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Homeschool Hangout. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, October 20, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Little Movers Storytime
Mondays at 8:30 & 11am; for 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 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, October 20, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Middle School Anime Club
watch anime, do a fun craft and talk with your fellow anime fans; with fun learning experiences and awesome anime recommendations to add to your watch list; free; for information, call 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Middle School Anime Club. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, October 20, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teen Spooky Fall Festival
a night of creepy fall crafts, games, snacks, and fun for those in grades 6-12; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Spooky Fall Festival. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, October 20, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; find out which QC Libraries' teens can read the most minutes during the month of October; ages 11-19 can track their reading on the Beanstack app or on paper logs available at the Davenport Public Library; every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for a bean bag chair, a Cobbler the Blueberry Cow Plushie from Bright Bat, a curated book haul, or a sketchbook & pens combo; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; the QC Libraries invite ages 11-19 to showcase their creativity in the 2025 Teentober Contests; this year's theme is One of Us is Lying, and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; all entries are due Oct. 31, 2025, and winners will be announced at the Teentober Red Carpet Awards Event at the Putnam Museum & Science Center on Thursday, November 13; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests
thru Oct. 31; for every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you will earn a prize for the first 250 minutes you read as well; if you read at least 1000 minutes, you will be entered in the QC Libraries’ grand prize drawing for a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Walkers & Wigglers Storytime
on Tuesdays; 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 - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, October 21, 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, October 21, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Book Club - "Goosebumps the Haunted Mask": Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown
kids discuss R.L. Stine's book; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Book Club - "Goosebumps the Haunted Mask": Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Girls Who Code
on Tuesdays; an after-school club for girls in 3rd-8th grade who are interested in learning to code; the club is for beginners to explore coding in a fun and friendly environment; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Girls Who Code. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Not Quite a Ghost
a discussion of Anne Ursu's book with the Tween the Pages Middle Grade Book Club; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Not Quite a Ghost. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Ghostly Night
Halloween fun and spooky activities for school-aged kids; costumes encouraged; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Ghostly Night. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. PJ Storytime: Vampires
join Miss Ashe for a fangtastic time as we enjoy Vampire stories, songs, and a fun take-home craft: Mobile Flying Bats; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: PJ Storytime: Vampires. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; find out which QC Libraries' teens can read the most minutes during the month of October; ages 11-19 can track their reading on the Beanstack app or on paper logs available at the Davenport Public Library; every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for a bean bag chair, a Cobbler the Blueberry Cow Plushie from Bright Bat, a curated book haul, or a sketchbook & pens combo; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; the QC Libraries invite ages 11-19 to showcase their creativity in the 2025 Teentober Contests; this year's theme is One of Us is Lying, and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; all entries are due Oct. 31, 2025, and winners will be announced at the Teentober Red Carpet Awards Event at the Putnam Museum & Science Center on Thursday, November 13; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests
thru Oct. 31; for every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you will earn a prize for the first 250 minutes you read as well; if you read at least 1000 minutes, you will be entered in the QC Libraries’ grand prize drawing for a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
on Wed. & Thu.; 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, October 22, 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 for 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, October 22, 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, October 22, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. After School Kids Lab: Halloween Floam
make your own Halloween themed floam, a type of slime made with foam beads; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: After School Kids Lab: Halloween Floam. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Plug & Play
on Wednesdays; for teens and tweens in grades 6 -12; a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room; play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax; free; for information, call 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Plug & Play. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Kids Craft Series: Halloween Lanterns
hang out and learn to make something new; best suited to kids 7+; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Kids Craft Series: Halloween Lanterns. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. D&D Roleplay Club
grab your dice and join us for the library’s Dungeons & Dragons roleplay club; beginner-friendly ongoing campaign where all new players are welcome; recommended for ages 8+; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: D&D Roleplay Club. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Teen Gaming
on Wednesdays; join us for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that.”); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Sensitive Halloween Party
this special Halloween event is for autistic children or those with sensory processing difficulties who may find our other Halloween programs overwhelming; games, crafts, and Halloween fun; costumes encouraged; for preschool age and up with an adult; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Sensitive Halloween Party. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; find out which QC Libraries' teens can read the most minutes during the month of October; ages 11-19 can track their reading on the Beanstack app or on paper logs available at the Davenport Public Library; every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for a bean bag chair, a Cobbler the Blueberry Cow Plushie from Bright Bat, a curated book haul, or a sketchbook & pens combo; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; the QC Libraries invite ages 11-19 to showcase their creativity in the 2025 Teentober Contests; this year's theme is One of Us is Lying, and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; all entries are due Oct. 31, 2025, and winners will be announced at the Teentober Red Carpet Awards Event at the Putnam Museum & Science Center on Thursday, November 13; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests
thru Oct. 31; for every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you will earn a prize for the first 250 minutes you read as well; if you read at least 1000 minutes, you will be entered in the QC Libraries’ grand prize drawing for a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Music & Movement
on Thursdays; a music-based program for kids ages 2 - 5; we'll be singing and dancing and exploring other musical activities with playtime after; free; for information, call 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Music & MOvement. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, October 23, 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, October 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
on Wed. & Thu.; 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, October 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Monster Mash @ Main
you’ll marvel at our monster stories and songs, you’ll be amazed by our monster crafts and games, and you’ll be astonished by our cauldron punch; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Monster Mash @ Main. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Book Club w/ "Goosebumps the Haunted Mask": Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest
kids discuss R.L. Stine's book; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Book Club w/ "Goosebumps the Haunted Mask": Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Kids Craft Series: Monster Wreath
hang out and learn to make something new; best suited to kids 7+; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Kids Craft Series: Monster Wreath. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Role Playing
on Thursdays; teens enjoy their favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Role Playing. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Tween Role Playing Group
get ready to face your nightmares with Dread; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Tween Role Playing Group. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Milan Chamber's Annual Trunk-or-Treat
held in the parking lot; local businesses are transforming their trunks into haunted havens, candy stations, and fun-filled stops for trick-or-treaters; dress up in your coolest, spookiest, or silliest costume and bring a big candy bag, because you're gonna need it; rain date - October 25.
Event Title: Milan Chamber's Annual Trunk-or-Treat. Venue: The Camden Centre.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
The Camden Centre.
For more info visit www.milanilchamber.org. Wednesday Window Lamps
Addams Family fans, chat about the new season and craft a disgustingly adorable Wednesday Window Lamp; ages 8+ recommended for minor hot-glue use; registration opens Oct 1; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Wednesday Window Lamps. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Family Storytime: Ghooosts!
recommended for ages 6-11; join us for spirited stories all about ghosts and you may even be able to take a ghost home with you limited to the first 20 participants; Silvis Library card is not required; registration is not required; sponsored by the Friends of the Silvis Library; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Family Storytime: Ghooosts! Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Stretchy Storytime
explore the magic of storytime through movement and music with this month’s theme: spooky; for ages 3-6 with an adult in the Children's Program Room; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Stretchy Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM.
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.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Unusual Jobs: Meet a Yoga Therapist
learn about what it takes to become a Yoga Therapist; find out more about this fascinating occupation, the scope of practice, and training required to take part in this career; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Unusual Jobs: Meet a Yoga Therapist. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; find out which QC Libraries' teens can read the most minutes during the month of October; ages 11-19 can track their reading on the Beanstack app or on paper logs available at the Davenport Public Library; every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for a bean bag chair, a Cobbler the Blueberry Cow Plushie from Bright Bat, a curated book haul, or a sketchbook & pens combo; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge.
Friday, October 24, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; the QC Libraries invite ages 11-19 to showcase their creativity in the 2025 Teentober Contests; this year's theme is One of Us is Lying, and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; all entries are due Oct. 31, 2025, and winners will be announced at the Teentober Red Carpet Awards Event at the Putnam Museum & Science Center on Thursday, November 13; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film.
Friday, October 24, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests
thru Oct. 31; for every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you will earn a prize for the first 250 minutes you read as well; if you read at least 1000 minutes, you will be entered in the QC Libraries’ grand prize drawing for a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Friday, October 24, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Stories @ Main
on Fridays; jump, shake, and shimmy the sillies; we’ll have stories, songs, and fun; all ages welcome, best for children ages 1 to 5; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Stories @ Main. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Friday, October 24, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Time
come along with Miss Ashe for a Storytime adventure followed by a sensory activity aimed towards ages 0-PreK; we’ll be making a witch’s brew as we make Bubble Art Cauldrons; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Toddler Time. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Friday, October 24, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; find out which QC Libraries' teens can read the most minutes during the month of October; ages 11-19 can track their reading on the Beanstack app or on paper logs available at the Davenport Public Library; every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for a bean bag chair, a Cobbler the Blueberry Cow Plushie from Bright Bat, a curated book haul, or a sketchbook & pens combo; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge.
Saturday, October 25, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; the QC Libraries invite ages 11-19 to showcase their creativity in the 2025 Teentober Contests; this year's theme is One of Us is Lying, and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; all entries are due Oct. 31, 2025, and winners will be announced at the Teentober Red Carpet Awards Event at the Putnam Museum & Science Center on Thursday, November 13; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film.
Saturday, October 25, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests
thru Oct. 31; for every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you will earn a prize for the first 250 minutes you read as well; if you read at least 1000 minutes, you will be entered in the QC Libraries’ grand prize drawing for a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, October 25, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Book Buddies: Sensory Session – Traveling the World
recommended for ages 0-5; our stories will take us near and far as we explore the wonders that the world has to offer; limited to the first 20 participants; Silvis Library card is not required; registration is not required; sponsored by the Friends of the Silvis Library; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Book Buddies: Sensory Session – Traveling the World. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Saturday, October 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, October 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Lego Club
on Saturdays; enjoy a morning of free building; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, October 25, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Teen Movie: Arachnophobia
screening of the classic horror comedy from 1990 about killer spiders; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Movie: Arachnophobia. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Saturday, October 25, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Lego Club: Wonders of the World
recommended for ages 6-11; from Mount Rushmore to the Pyramids of Giza we will be recreating famous landmarks in Lego form; limited to the first 20 participants; Silvis Library card is not required; registration is not required; sponsored by the Friends of the Silvis Library; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Lego Club: Wonders of the World. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Saturday, October 25, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Scary Stories at the Library
get in the Halloween spirit with some scary (and sometimes silly) stories shared around a "campfire"; join us for a spooky storytime, snacks, and a craft; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Scary Stories at the Library. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, October 25, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; find out which QC Libraries' teens can read the most minutes during the month of October; ages 11-19 can track their reading on the Beanstack app or on paper logs available at the Davenport Public Library; every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for a bean bag chair, a Cobbler the Blueberry Cow Plushie from Bright Bat, a curated book haul, or a sketchbook & pens combo; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge.
Sunday, October 26, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; the QC Libraries invite ages 11-19 to showcase their creativity in the 2025 Teentober Contests; this year's theme is One of Us is Lying, and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; all entries are due Oct. 31, 2025, and winners will be announced at the Teentober Red Carpet Awards Event at the Putnam Museum & Science Center on Thursday, November 13; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film.
Sunday, October 26, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests
thru Oct. 31; for every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you will earn a prize for the first 250 minutes you read as well; if you read at least 1000 minutes, you will be entered in the QC Libraries’ grand prize drawing for a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Sunday, October 26, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; find out which QC Libraries' teens can read the most minutes during the month of October; ages 11-19 can track their reading on the Beanstack app or on paper logs available at the Davenport Public Library; every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for a bean bag chair, a Cobbler the Blueberry Cow Plushie from Bright Bat, a curated book haul, or a sketchbook & pens combo; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge.
Monday, October 27, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; the QC Libraries invite ages 11-19 to showcase their creativity in the 2025 Teentober Contests; this year's theme is One of Us is Lying, and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; all entries are due Oct. 31, 2025, and winners will be announced at the Teentober Red Carpet Awards Event at the Putnam Museum & Science Center on Thursday, November 13; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film.
Monday, October 27, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests
thru Oct. 31; for every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you will earn a prize for the first 250 minutes you read as well; if you read at least 1000 minutes, you will be entered in the QC Libraries’ grand prize drawing for a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, October 27, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Little Movers Storytime
Mondays at 8:30 & 11am; for 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 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, October 27, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Pre-K Prep Storytime
on Mondays; 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; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Pre-K Prep Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, October 27, 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, October 27, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Little Movers Storytime
Mondays at 8:30 & 11am; for 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 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, October 27, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Mario Kart Tournament
battle it out with Mario Kart on the Switch on this no-school day; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Mario Kart Tournament. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, October 27, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Library Lego Day
calling all Lego architects: join us for a Lego day at the library; we will have Lego challenges to inspire your build, or you can create your own masterpiece; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Library Lego Day. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, October 27, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Young Adventurer's Club
grades 3-5 join us at the library to play Dungeons & Dragons; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Young Adventurer's Club. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, October 27, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; find out which QC Libraries' teens can read the most minutes during the month of October; ages 11-19 can track their reading on the Beanstack app or on paper logs available at the Davenport Public Library; every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for a bean bag chair, a Cobbler the Blueberry Cow Plushie from Bright Bat, a curated book haul, or a sketchbook & pens combo; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; the QC Libraries invite ages 11-19 to showcase their creativity in the 2025 Teentober Contests; this year's theme is One of Us is Lying, and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; all entries are due Oct. 31, 2025, and winners will be announced at the Teentober Red Carpet Awards Event at the Putnam Museum & Science Center on Thursday, November 13; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests
thru Oct. 31; for every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you will earn a prize for the first 250 minutes you read as well; if you read at least 1000 minutes, you will be entered in the QC Libraries’ grand prize drawing for a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Walkers & Wigglers Storytime
on Tuesdays; 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 - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, October 28, 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, October 28, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Pumpkin Stencils: Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown
come for fun every week for elementary-age kids; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Pumpkin Stencils: Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Girls Who Code
on Tuesdays; an after-school club for girls in 3rd-8th grade who are interested in learning to code; the club is for beginners to explore coding in a fun and friendly environment; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Girls Who Code. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Tummy Time
bring your baby to the Children's Program Room for fun sensory activities while lying on their tummy; for babies 0 - 12 months with their caregiver(s); this program is BYOB (Bring Your Own Boppy/Blanket); free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Tummy Time. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Trick-or-Treat at Park Vista
featuring Trick-or-Treating through our beautifully decorated community paths, friendly residents with candy & big smiles, and hot chocolate & fresh-baked cookies to enjoy; with indoor and outdoor festivities, a photo booth, and more; free; for information, call 309-752-9711.
Event Title: Trick-or-Treat at Park Vista. Venue: Park Vista North Hill.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Park Vista North Hill.
For more info visit parkvistaliving.org. Animation Day DIY Event
learn to create simple animatics yourself, and if you like what you make, you can enter the Teentober video contest to win $100; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Animation Day DIY Event. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. PJ Storytime: Ghosts
join Miss Ashe and booOoogie on down to the library for some ghost stories, songs, and a fun take-home craft: Paint & Peel Ghosts; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: PJ Storytime: Ghosts. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Teen Read to a Dog
QCCAN's Reading Assistance Dogs are specially trained, along with their handler, to provide the environment needed to help teens with mindfulness and confidence with reading aloud free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Read to a Dog. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Tuesday: Movie Night
recommended for ages 12-17; bring your favorite blanket and settle in for a movie with snacks provided; limited to the first 20 participants; Silvis Library card is not required; registration is not required; sponsored by the Friends of the Silvis Library; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Teen Tuesday: Movie Night. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; find out which QC Libraries' teens can read the most minutes during the month of October; ages 11-19 can track their reading on the Beanstack app or on paper logs available at the Davenport Public Library; every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for a bean bag chair, a Cobbler the Blueberry Cow Plushie from Bright Bat, a curated book haul, or a sketchbook & pens combo; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; the QC Libraries invite ages 11-19 to showcase their creativity in the 2025 Teentober Contests; this year's theme is One of Us is Lying, and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; all entries are due Oct. 31, 2025, and winners will be announced at the Teentober Red Carpet Awards Event at the Putnam Museum & Science Center on Thursday, November 13; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests
thru Oct. 31; for every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you will earn a prize for the first 250 minutes you read as well; if you read at least 1000 minutes, you will be entered in the QC Libraries’ grand prize drawing for a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
on Wed. & Thu.; 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, October 29, 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 for 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, October 29, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. After School Kids Lab: Dotted Pumpkin Art
make a dotted pumpkin art project inspired by the work of artist Yayoi Kusama; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: After School Kids Lab: Dotted Pumpkin Art. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Plug & Play
on Wednesdays; for teens and tweens in grades 6 -12; a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room; play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax; free; for information, call 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Plug & Play. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teen Gaming
on Wednesdays; join us for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that.”); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; find out which QC Libraries' teens can read the most minutes during the month of October; ages 11-19 can track their reading on the Beanstack app or on paper logs available at the Davenport Public Library; every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for a bean bag chair, a Cobbler the Blueberry Cow Plushie from Bright Bat, a curated book haul, or a sketchbook & pens combo; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge.
Thursday, October 30, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; the QC Libraries invite ages 11-19 to showcase their creativity in the 2025 Teentober Contests; this year's theme is One of Us is Lying, and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; all entries are due Oct. 31, 2025, and winners will be announced at the Teentober Red Carpet Awards Event at the Putnam Museum & Science Center on Thursday, November 13; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film.
Thursday, October 30, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests
thru Oct. 31; for every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you will earn a prize for the first 250 minutes you read as well; if you read at least 1000 minutes, you will be entered in the QC Libraries’ grand prize drawing for a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, October 30, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Music & Movement
on Thursdays; a music-based program for kids ages 2 - 5; we'll be singing and dancing and exploring other musical activities with playtime after; free; for information, call 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Music & MOvement. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, October 30, 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, October 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Preschool Halloween Party
Halloween stories, games, activities, and treats for children ages 3-5 and their adult; siblings and costumes welcome; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Preschool Halloween Party. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
on Wed. & Thu.; 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, October 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Homeschool Domino Builders Club
build cool structures and create beautiful art with dominoes; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Homeschool Domino Builders Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Pumpkin Stencils: Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest
come for fun every week for elementary-age kids; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Pumpkin Stencils: Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Teen Role Playing
on Thursdays; teens enjoy their favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Role Playing. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Costume Storytime w/ Legacy Therapy Dogs
show off your Halloween Costume and enjoy some spooky stories with Therapy Dogs; you’ll find some of them like to dress up, too; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Costume Storytime w/ Legacy Therapy Dogs. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Family Storytime: Scary Stories
recommended for ages 6-11; there’s a chill in the air and a shiver down our spine and we’ll be reading some scary stories to pass the time. We may even have a treat or two (and that’s no trick); limited to the first 20 participants; Silvis Library card is not required; registration is not required; sponsored by the Friends of the Silvis Library; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Family Storytime: Scary Stories. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; find out which QC Libraries' teens can read the most minutes during the month of October; ages 11-19 can track their reading on the Beanstack app or on paper logs available at the Davenport Public Library; every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for a bean bag chair, a Cobbler the Blueberry Cow Plushie from Bright Bat, a curated book haul, or a sketchbook & pens combo; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge.
Friday, October 31, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; the QC Libraries invite ages 11-19 to showcase their creativity in the 2025 Teentober Contests; this year's theme is One of Us is Lying, and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; all entries are due Oct. 31, 2025, and winners will be announced at the Teentober Red Carpet Awards Event at the Putnam Museum & Science Center on Thursday, November 13; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film.
Friday, October 31, 2025.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests
thru Oct. 31; for every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you will earn a prize for the first 250 minutes you read as well; if you read at least 1000 minutes, you will be entered in the QC Libraries’ grand prize drawing for a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Friday, October 31, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Stories @ Main
on Fridays; jump, shake, and shimmy the sillies; we’ll have stories, songs, and fun; all ages welcome, best for children ages 1 to 5; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Stories @ Main. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Friday, October 31, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Anime Club: Candy & Cosplay Contest
before trick-or-treating, come show off your costume/cosplay at our Halloween Cosplay Contest for a chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card; we’ll have Japanese candy and snacks and watch spooky anime; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Anime Club: Candy & Cosplay Contest. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Friday, October 31, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Dinosaurs Take Over the Library!
thru Nov. 6; your dino toys and stuffies will spend a couple of weeks hanging out with library staff as we process books, answer phones, lead storytimes, and more; your dino will even write you a postcard letting you know about all the fun stuff they are doing (and how many books they have devoured); drop off your dino at a Davenport Public Library location between November 1st and November 6th and expect to spend a few minutes filling out paperwork so we can keep your dino safe and secure during their time with us; Dinos will then be available for pickup from your chosen library location between November 29th and December 4th; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Dinosaurs Take Over the Library! Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Saturday, November 1, 2025.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Child's Play | Create : Explore : Experience
on Saturdays; a 15-minute storytime complete with books rhymes and songs followed by 30 minutes of imaginative playtime; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Child's Play | Create : Explore : Experience. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Lego Club
on Saturdays; enjoy a morning of free building; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Dinosaurs Take Over the Library!
thru Nov. 6; your dino toys and stuffies will spend a couple of weeks hanging out with library staff as we process books, answer phones, lead storytimes, and more; your dino will even write you a postcard letting you know about all the fun stuff they are doing (and how many books they have devoured); drop off your dino at a Davenport Public Library location between November 1st and November 6th and expect to spend a few minutes filling out paperwork so we can keep your dino safe and secure during their time with us; Dinos will then be available for pickup from your chosen library location between November 29th and December 4th; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Dinosaurs Take Over the Library! Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Sunday, November 2, 2025.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Dinosaurs Take Over the Library!
thru Nov. 6; your dino toys and stuffies will spend a couple of weeks hanging out with library staff as we process books, answer phones, lead storytimes, and more; your dino will even write you a postcard letting you know about all the fun stuff they are doing (and how many books they have devoured); drop off your dino at a Davenport Public Library location between November 1st and November 6th and expect to spend a few minutes filling out paperwork so we can keep your dino safe and secure during their time with us; Dinos will then be available for pickup from your chosen library location between November 29th and December 4th; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Dinosaurs Take Over the Library! Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Monday, November 3, 2025.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Little Movers Storytime
Mondays at 8:30 & 11am; for 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 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, November 3, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Pre-K Prep Storytime
on Mondays; 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; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Pre-K Prep Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, November 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, November 3, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Little Movers Storytime
Mondays at 8:30 & 11am; for 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 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, November 3, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Wizarding Club
ages 7-11 join us to celebrate all things wizarding world; activities will vary, but include trivia, crafts, snacks, and spells; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Wizarding Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Monday, November 3, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Dinosaurs Take Over the Library!
thru Nov. 6; your dino toys and stuffies will spend a couple of weeks hanging out with library staff as we process books, answer phones, lead storytimes, and more; your dino will even write you a postcard letting you know about all the fun stuff they are doing (and how many books they have devoured); drop off your dino at a Davenport Public Library location between November 1st and November 6th and expect to spend a few minutes filling out paperwork so we can keep your dino safe and secure during their time with us; Dinos will then be available for pickup from your chosen library location between November 29th and December 4th; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Dinosaurs Take Over the Library! Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Walkers & Wigglers Storytime
on Tuesdays; 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 - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Girls Who Code
on Tuesdays; an after-school club for girls in 3rd-8th grade who are interested in learning to code; the club is for beginners to explore coding in a fun and friendly environment; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Girls Who Code. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Kids’ Advisory Board
for ages 7 and 10; KAB 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, November 4, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Read-Aloud Stories with Mr. Haack
an evening Storytime unlike any other by the one and only retired school librarian, Mr. Haack; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Read-Aloud Stories with Mr. Haack. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Teen Tuesday: Crochet Basics
recommended for ages 12-17; if you have ever been interested in learning how to crochet pop on over to the library as we will be learning the basics of crochet and making a wash cloth for you to take home; limited to the first 20 participants; Silvis Library card is not required; registration is not required; sponsored by the Friends of the Silvis Library; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Teen Tuesday: Crochet Basics. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Teen Advisory Board Meeting
TAB Members volunteer, organize and participate in teen programming, and give their opinions on how to make the library awesome by attending monthly meetings and filling out online surveys; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Advisory Board Meeting. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Dinosaurs Take Over the Library!
thru Nov. 6; your dino toys and stuffies will spend a couple of weeks hanging out with library staff as we process books, answer phones, lead storytimes, and more; your dino will even write you a postcard letting you know about all the fun stuff they are doing (and how many books they have devoured); drop off your dino at a Davenport Public Library location between November 1st and November 6th and expect to spend a few minutes filling out paperwork so we can keep your dino safe and secure during their time with us; Dinos will then be available for pickup from your chosen library location between November 29th and December 4th; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Dinosaurs Take Over the Library! Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
on Wed. & Thu.; 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, November 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 for 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, November 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, November 5, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. After School Kids Lab: Salt Dough Fossils
make your own salt dough fossils free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: After School Kids Lab: Salt Dough Fossils. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Plug & Play
on Wednesdays; for teens and tweens in grades 6 -12; a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room; play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax; free; for information, call 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Plug & Play. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Lego Explorers
follow along with the story and complete building challenges to find out what happens next; all creations are put up on our Lego Display shelf for the month; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Lego Explorers. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Teen Gaming
on Wednesdays; join us for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that.”); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Sew Fun!: Hedgehog Pincushions
for ages 8-12; ll materials for this program will be provided; free; for information, call 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Sew Fun!: Hedgehog Pincushions. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Dinosaurs Take Over the Library!
thru Nov. 6; your dino toys and stuffies will spend a couple of weeks hanging out with library staff as we process books, answer phones, lead storytimes, and more; your dino will even write you a postcard letting you know about all the fun stuff they are doing (and how many books they have devoured); drop off your dino at a Davenport Public Library location between November 1st and November 6th and expect to spend a few minutes filling out paperwork so we can keep your dino safe and secure during their time with us; Dinos will then be available for pickup from your chosen library location between November 29th and December 4th; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Dinosaurs Take Over the Library! Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Thursday, November 6, 2025.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Music & Movement
on Thursdays; a music-based program for kids ages 2 - 5; we'll be singing and dancing and exploring other musical activities with playtime after; free; for information, call 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Music & MOvement. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, November 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, November 6, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
on Wed. & Thu.; 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, November 6, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. StoryDance: Move and Groove with Books!
ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, music, and creative movement; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: StoryDance: Move and Groove with Books! Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Teen Role Playing
on Thursdays; teens enjoy their favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Role Playing. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. D&D Roleplay Club
grab your dice and join us for the library’s Dungeons & Dragons roleplay club; beginner-friendly ongoing campaign where all new players are welcome - recommended for ages 8+; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: D&D Roleplay Club. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Fan Club: Studio Ghibli Edition
share your fandom love for all things Studio Ghibli and make new friends; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Fan Club: Studio Ghibli Edition. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Monster Society Presents: Yokai
for ages 8-12; 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; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Monster Society Presents: Yokai. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Family Storytime: Leaves and the Tree Life Cycle
recommended for ages 6-11; we’ll explore the science behind the changing colors as well as the life cycle of trees this week at the library; limited to the first 20 participants; Silvis Library card is not required; registration is not required; sponsored by the Friends of the Silvis Library; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Family Storytime: Leaves and the Tree Life Cycle. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Reading Assistance Dogs
children have the opportunity to read aloud to dogs from Quad Cities Canine Assistance Network; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Reading Assistance Dogs. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. It Found Us
a discussion of Lindsay Currie's book with the Big/Little Book Club, a book club for Littles (kids in 3rd-5th grade) and their Bigs (adults or older siblings) to read together; we will discuss the book and do some book-related crafts and activities; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: It Found Us. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Stories @ Main
on Fridays; jump, shake, and shimmy the sillies; we’ll have stories, songs, and fun; all ages welcome, best for children ages 1 to 5; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Stories @ Main. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Friday, November 7, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Kanopy Playtime
join Miss Ashe for a program tailored to ages 0-PreK; using the library’s free streaming service, Kanopy Kids, we’ll watch animated stories and other educational TV followed by playtime; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Toddler Kanopy Playtime. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Friday, November 7, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Book Buddies: Ships & Boats
recommended for ages 0-5we are setting sail at the library this week with stories all about ships and boats, and we may even sing a sea shanty or two; limited to the first 20 participants; Silvis Library card is not required; registration is not required; sponsored by the Friends of the Silvis Library; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Book Buddies: Ships & Boats. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Saturday, November 8, 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, November 8, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Pokémon Club
an opportunity for Pokémon enthusiasts (ages 6-12) to battle, share, and play with each other; we’ll also discuss how to build and care for your collection; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Pokémon Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Lego Club
on Saturdays; enjoy a morning of free building; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Krafty Kids: Leaf People
recommended for ages 6-11; they can sing, they can dance, and they are all made from the parts of a plant; we will be making Leaf People over at the library that are perfect for fall décor as well as a perfect companion for all fall festivities; limited to the first 20 participants; Silvis Library card is not required; registration is not required; sponsored by the Friends of the Silvis Library; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Krafty Kids: Leaf People. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Read to a Dog
QC CAN's Reading Assistance Dogs are specially trained, along with their handler, to provide the environment needed to help children improve their reading skills free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Read to a Dog. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Little Movers Storytime
Mondays at 8:30 & 11am; for 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 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, November 10, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Pre-K Prep Storytime
on Mondays; 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; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Pre-K Prep Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, November 10, 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, November 10, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Homeschool Creator Club
join us for art and science adventures; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Homeschool Creator Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, November 10, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Little Movers Storytime
Mondays at 8:30 & 11am; for 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 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, November 10, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Kids Craft Series
hang out and learn to make something new; best suited to kids 7+; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Kids Craft Series. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, November 10, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Dungeon Delvers
a new level of our Dungeons and Dragons program for 6th - 8th graders; this program is perfect for anyone who's ever wanted to try their hand at playing dungeons and dragons, or even running their own game with friends; if you're an established player, feel free to bring your own materials to our sessions, otherwise all other materials will be provided; free; for information, call 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Dungeon Delvers. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, November 10, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
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, November 11, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Preschool Storytime
on Wed. & Thu.; 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, November 12, 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 for 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, November 12, 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, November 12, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. After School Kids Lab: Dinosaur Terrariums
make a terrarium to be a home for a dinosaur; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: After School Kids Lab: Dinosaur Terrariums. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Plug & Play
on Wednesdays; for teens and tweens in grades 6 -12; a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room; play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax; free; for information, call 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Plug & Play. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Kids Craft Series: Bead Corn
hang out and learn to make something new; best suited to kids 7+; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Kids Craft Series: Bead Corn. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Gaming
on Wednesdays; join us for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that.”); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Fandom Club: Nintendo Night
recommended for ages 12-17; join us for a Super Smash Bros tournament; pick your fighter and join the bracket as we chat about anything and everything Nintendo; limited to the first 20 participants; Silvis Library card is not required; registration is not required; sponsored by the Friends of the Silvis Library; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Fandom Club: Nintendo Night. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Music & Movement
on Thursdays; a music-based program for kids ages 2 - 5; we'll be singing and dancing and exploring other musical activities with playtime after; free; for information, call 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Music & MOvement. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, November 13, 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, November 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
on Wed. & Thu.; 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, November 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Teen Role Playing
on Thursdays; teens enjoy their favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Role Playing. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. English Language Learners Conversation Club
English language learners and ESL students of all ages can chat with volunteers to practice English in a relaxed, real-world environment; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: English Language Learners Conversation Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Family Storytime: World Kindness Day
recommended for ages 6-11; we will be celebrating with stories all about kindness and would love for you to join us; limited to the first 20 participants; Silvis Library card is not required; registration is not required; sponsored by the Friends of the Silvis Library; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Family Storytime: World Kindness Day. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. 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.
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Stories @ Main
on Fridays; jump, shake, and shimmy the sillies; we’ll have stories, songs, and fun; all ages welcome, best for children ages 1 to 5; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Stories @ Main. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Friday, November 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Reading Buddies with Central High School
members of Girls Learn International from Central High School will be volunteering at the Eastern Library this Spring as Reading Buddies; they will be available to read stories with families or as listeners for kids who wish to practice their reading; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Reading Buddies with Central High School. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Friday, November 14, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Book Buddies: Hedgehogs
recommended for ages 0-5; hedgehogs are in the spotlight as we will be reading stories all about these funny little creatures; limited to the first 20 participants; Silvis Library card is not required; registration is not required; sponsored by the Friends of the Silvis Library; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Book Buddies: Hedgehogs. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Saturday, November 15, 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, November 15, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Lego Club
on Saturdays; enjoy a morning of free building; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. STEAM: Boats
recommended for ages 6-11; we’ll be creating boats out of materials found at the library then testing how strong they really are; limited to the first 20 participants; Silvis Library card is not required; registration is not required; sponsored by the Friends of the Silvis Library; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: STEAM: Boats. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. 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, November 15, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Little Movers Storytime
Mondays at 8:30 & 11am; for 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 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, November 17, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Kids Craft Series: Bead Corn
hang out and learn to make something new; best suited to kids 7+; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Kids Craft Series: Bead Corn. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Monday, November 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Pre-K Prep Storytime
on Mondays; 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; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Pre-K Prep Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, November 17, 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, November 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Little Movers Storytime
Mondays at 8:30 & 11am; for 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 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, November 17, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Middle School Anime Club
watch anime, do a fun craft and talk with your fellow anime fans; with fun learning experiences and awesome anime recommendations to add to your watch list; free; for information, call 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Middle School Anime Club. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, November 17, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com.