QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for an Owala water bottle, a dino themed book sleeve, a pumpkin Lego set, or a curated Mini Book Haul; additionally, every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Thursday, October 8, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; this year's theme is I Volunteer (as Tribute), and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Thursday, October 8, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Sticker Design Contest
thru Oct. 31; create artwork you'd like to see on a sticker; winning entries will be printed on sticker paper and added to our sticker collection to be used as prizes for Winter and Summer Reading Programs; open to those in Grades 6-12; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Sticker Design Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, October 8, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinellbrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; open to those in grades 6-12. For every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you’ll also get a prize for the first 250 minutes you read; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, October 8, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teentober Reading Contests
thru Oct. 31; ages 11-19 can create a film, a piece of writing, or a piece of visual artwork that showcases their creativity and connects to the 2026 theme "I Volunteer as Tribute"; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, October 8, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Music & Movement
on Thursdays; a music-based program for kids ages 1-5; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Music & Movement. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Baby Storytime
for ages 0-2; simple stories, songs, rhymes, and movement activities which help build your baby’s early literacy skills; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Baby Storytime. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Lapsit Storytime
on Thursdays; a special storytime for babies who are not yet walking and their grown-ups; emphasis is 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 8, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
on Wednesdays & Thursdays; for ages 3-5; a celebration of reading, these story times include longer stories, songs, and music; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Baby Playgroup
on Thursdays; babies and their caregivers are invited for socialization and play immediately following Lapsit Storytime; we’ll provide age-appropriate toys and a space to hang out; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Baby Playgroup. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Peanuts Movie and Craft
enjoy a movie and craft; popcorn will be served; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Peanuts Movie and Craft. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Ready, Set, Build!
on Thursdays; building fun for all ages; there will be Duplos, Mega Blocks and Legos to build and display whatever you can imagine; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Ready, Set, Build! Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Teen Role Playing
on Thursdays; play your favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Role Playing. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Teen Writing Workshop
learn about creative writing from Ryan Collins of Midwest Writing Center; instruction will be followed by guided free writing; a great opportunity to work on your Teentober writing entry; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Writing Workshop. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Youth Empowerment Program
on Thursdays; facilitators will help children aged 7-18 work on building life skills, effective coping skills, developing expectations around accountability, and focusing on preparedness for next steps in life, regardless of age; this program will also help support children impacted by grief, trauma, and/or loss; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Youth Empowerment Program. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Creepy Clay Creatures
for ages 6+; craft your very own clay creature using air-dry clay, plastic eyes, and even realistic fake teeth; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Creepy Clay Creatures. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Family Storytime: Witches
ages 6-11 will read about good witches’ stories during storytime and make a craft; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Family Storytime: Witches. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Cardboard Cosplay Workshop
for ages 10-16; get ready for the Halloween or work on your future cosplay; you can make amazing thing with just cardboard, scissors, and lots of duct tape; we'll provide some examples and supplies; you bring your creativity; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Cardboard Cosplay Workshop. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Creativity Lab: Gross Haiku
for grades K-5 and their families; learn how to write haiku from local author, Ryan Collins; after writing (or dictating your poem to a grown up) you can then add an illustration; all supplies will be provided; we will be pulling inspiration from the book "Haiku. Ew." by Lynn Burnelle, a book full of gross animal facts written in haiku form; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Creativity Lab: Gross Haiku. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 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 8, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for an Owala water bottle, a dino themed book sleeve, a pumpkin Lego set, or a curated Mini Book Haul; additionally, every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Friday, October 9, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; this year's theme is I Volunteer (as Tribute), and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Friday, October 9, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Sticker Design Contest
thru Oct. 31; create artwork you'd like to see on a sticker; winning entries will be printed on sticker paper and added to our sticker collection to be used as prizes for Winter and Summer Reading Programs; open to those in Grades 6-12; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Sticker Design Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Friday, October 9, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinellbrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; open to those in grades 6-12. For every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you’ll also get a prize for the first 250 minutes you read; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Friday, October 9, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teentober Reading Contests
thru Oct. 31; ages 11-19 can create a film, a piece of writing, or a piece of visual artwork that showcases their creativity and connects to the 2026 theme "I Volunteer as Tribute"; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Friday, October 9, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Fall Fest at Empire Park
join the library at Empire Park for a Fall Festival for all ages; enjoy games, snacks, music, free books, and a fun storytime; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Fall Fest at Empire Park. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Stories @ Main
on Fridays; ages 0-5 jump, shake, and shimmy the sillies out; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Stories @ Main. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Story Time in the Park: Kiwanis Park
our new Outreach Vehicle BettConnect is bringing preschool story time to a Bettendorf park every other Friday; story time will include a story, songs, and a fun activity; BettConnect will be open for checking out materials; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Story Time in the Park: Kiwanis Park. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Baby Storytime
on Fridays; ages 0-2 and their caregivers join us for simple stories, songs, rhymes, and movement activities which help build a baby’s early literacy skills; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Baby Storytime. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Imagination Station Storytime
on Fridays; enjoy stories, crafts, and more; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Imagination Station Storytime. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Play to Learn
a space for kids and their grownups to play and learn together; we'll have books, toys, art supplies, and resources for kids 0-5 and their caregivers; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Play to Learn. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for an Owala water bottle, a dino themed book sleeve, a pumpkin Lego set, or a curated Mini Book Haul; additionally, every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Saturday, October 10, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; this year's theme is I Volunteer (as Tribute), and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Saturday, October 10, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Sticker Design Contest
thru Oct. 31; create artwork you'd like to see on a sticker; winning entries will be printed on sticker paper and added to our sticker collection to be used as prizes for Winter and Summer Reading Programs; open to those in Grades 6-12; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Sticker Design Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, October 10, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinellbrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; open to those in grades 6-12. For every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you’ll also get a prize for the first 250 minutes you read; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, October 10, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teentober Reading Contests
thru Oct. 31; ages 11-19 can create a film, a piece of writing, or a piece of visual artwork that showcases their creativity and connects to the 2026 theme "I Volunteer as Tribute"; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, October 10, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Adventures in Storytime
join us for a fun time of adventures through stories; the only thing we require is that you be ready to have fun and go on a journey; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Adventures in Storytime. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Animals in Space
in early space exploration, before humans went to space, animals in rockets were sent in our place; learn about these animal astronauts and the human fascination for seeing animals in the night sky; wearing costumes or outfits representing your favorite astronauts and space/sci-fi series (Star Wars, Star Trek, Firefly, Dr. Who, etc.) is highly encouraged; for information, call 309-799-3482.
Event Title: Animals in Space. Venue: Niabi Zoo.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Niabi Zoo.
For more info visit www.niabizoo.com. Child's Play
on Saturdays; designed for ages 2-6, stories followed by an extended time for play and imagination; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Child's Play. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 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, October 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. French Bilingual Storytime
enjoy a fun story and craft in both English and French; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: French Bilingual Storytime. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Lego Club
on Saturdays; come enjoy a morning of free building; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Book Buddies: Ghosts
ages 0-5 join us for our storytime and craft about ghosts; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Book Buddies: Ghosts. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Dog Tales
join us for a pup-themed storytime; make sure to hang around for our Read to a Dog program with the therapy dogs of QCCAN at 3pm; this storytime is appropriate for kids 3 and up; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Dog Tales. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Leadership Committee
members suggest and plan programming, advocate for the needs of young adults, and recommend titles; plus, earn service learning hours; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Leadership Committee. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Krafty Kids: Canvas Painting Ghosts
ages 6-11 have fun with a cool skill to have; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Krafty Kids: Canvas Painting Ghosts. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Mad Scientist STEAM Lab
celebrate Halloween in the Library's Mad Science Lab; join us to do science experiments and themed STEAM activities, including frankenworms, candy corn slime, magnetic flying ghosts, LED circuit jack-o-lanterns, and fizzy pumpkin chemical reactions; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Mad Scientist STEAM Lab. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Read to a Dog
QC CAN's Reading Assistance Dogs are specially trained, along with their handler, to provide the environment needed to help children improve their reading skills; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Read to a Dog. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for an Owala water bottle, a dino themed book sleeve, a pumpkin Lego set, or a curated Mini Book Haul; additionally, every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Sunday, October 11, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; this year's theme is I Volunteer (as Tribute), and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Sunday, October 11, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Sticker Design Contest
thru Oct. 31; create artwork you'd like to see on a sticker; winning entries will be printed on sticker paper and added to our sticker collection to be used as prizes for Winter and Summer Reading Programs; open to those in Grades 6-12; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Sticker Design Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Sunday, October 11, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinellbrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; open to those in grades 6-12. For every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you’ll also get a prize for the first 250 minutes you read; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Sunday, October 11, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teentober Reading Contests
thru Oct. 31; ages 11-19 can create a film, a piece of writing, or a piece of visual artwork that showcases their creativity and connects to the 2026 theme "I Volunteer as Tribute"; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Sunday, October 11, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for an Owala water bottle, a dino themed book sleeve, a pumpkin Lego set, or a curated Mini Book Haul; additionally, every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Monday, October 12, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; this year's theme is I Volunteer (as Tribute), and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Monday, October 12, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Sticker Design Contest
thru Oct. 31; create artwork you'd like to see on a sticker; winning entries will be printed on sticker paper and added to our sticker collection to be used as prizes for Winter and Summer Reading Programs; open to those in Grades 6-12; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Sticker Design Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, October 12, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinellbrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; open to those in grades 6-12. For every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you’ll also get a prize for the first 250 minutes you read; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, October 12, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teentober Reading Contests
thru Oct. 31; ages 11-19 can create a film, a piece of writing, or a piece of visual artwork that showcases their creativity and connects to the 2026 theme "I Volunteer as Tribute"; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, October 12, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Little Movers Storytime
on Mondays; ages 0 to 3 and their grownup,join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, October 12, 2026, 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 ages 3-5 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 12, 2026, 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 literacy experience designed for children ages 0–3 and a caregiver; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Tales for Tots. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, October 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Storytime Squad: Pig the Monster
join Ms. Kitka for a spooktacular storytime featuring Pig the Monster; we’ll get creative and make our very own handprint vampires; it is sure to be fang-tastic; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Storytime Squad: Pig the Monster. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Monday, October 12, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Homeschool STEAM Lab
meet up with other homeschool students and participate in October's STEAM activities; this month, we will be celebrating Halloween with flying bats, Q-tip skeletons, and resistance ghost painting; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Homeschool STEAM Lab. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, October 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Pokémon Club
play, trade, and battle with your Pokémon cards after school; bring your own cards or play with some of ours; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Pokémon Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, October 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. After-School Club
stop by after school to meet new friends and enjoy fun activities and snacks; we will show cartoons and have fun games and activities like Legos and crafts; this is recommended for ages 8-14 but all kids are welcome; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: After-School Club. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Monday, October 12, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Yu-Gi-Oh! Game Night
learn how to play the popular trading card game Yu-Gi-Oh and get free cards; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Yu-Gi-Oh! Game Night. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, October 12, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Creepy Clay Creatures
for ages 6+; craft your very own clay creature using air-dry clay, plastic eyes, and even realistic fake teeth; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Creepy Clay Creatures. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, October 12, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Dungeon Delvers
this program is perfect for anyone in grades 6-8 who's ever wanted to try their hand at playing Dungeons and Dragons, or even running their own game with friends; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Dungeon Delvers. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, October 12, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Adventures in Storytime
on Mondays; a fun time of adventures through stories; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Adventures in Storytime. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Monday, October 12, 2026, 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Teen Yoga
join Ms. Claire and Nora from Gilda's Club for a relaxed hour of easy movement, reflection, and art; just dress for comfort and bring yourself; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Yoga. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, October 12, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for an Owala water bottle, a dino themed book sleeve, a pumpkin Lego set, or a curated Mini Book Haul; additionally, every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; this year's theme is I Volunteer (as Tribute), and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Sticker Design Contest
thru Oct. 31; create artwork you'd like to see on a sticker; winning entries will be printed on sticker paper and added to our sticker collection to be used as prizes for Winter and Summer Reading Programs; open to those in Grades 6-12; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Sticker Design Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinellbrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; open to those in grades 6-12. For every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you’ll also get a prize for the first 250 minutes you read; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teentober Reading Contests
thru Oct. 31; ages 11-19 can create a film, a piece of writing, or a piece of visual artwork that showcases their creativity and connects to the 2026 theme "I Volunteer as Tribute"; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Story Time: Veterinarians
a fun meet-and-greet presentation by a community hero; the event will include a story along with hands-on crafts and activities inspired by the hero of the day; it’s a lively, interactive series designed to spark curiosity, celebrate local helpers, and bring stories to life; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Story Time: Veterinarians. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Walkers & Wigglers Storytime
on Tuesdays; for children ages 18 months to four years; we’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; stick around afterward for free play with the little ones; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Walkers & Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Playgroup
on Tuesdays; best for children ages 1-4 years and their grown-ups; join us after storytime for play and socialization for toddlers and preschoolers; children will get time to explore play and pretend with cars, toys, or any place their imagination takes them; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Toddler Playgroup. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 10:30 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 13, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Family Storytime
on Tuesdays; ages 0-5 enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and plenty of playful fun; this afternoon storytime is a great way for little ones and their grown-ups to learn and grow together while building early literacy skills through reading and play; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Family Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Let's Make Art!
on Tuesdays; kids of all ages can come get creative with a new artistic style each week; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Let's Make Art! Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Dissection Event
a unique evening of learning about animal biology with science educator Andrea Martinez; we'll be dissecting hearts and eyes: if you're interested in anatomy and physiology (and don't mind when scientific inquiry gets a little gross), check out this event; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Dissection Event. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Teen Tuesday: Teen Advisory Board
join us to chat about all the inner workings of our library and give your input on events, books, and many other opportunities; refreshments will be provided; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Teen Tuesday: Teen Advisory Board. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Paws to Read with QCCAN
boost your reading skills by sharing stories with the therapy-certified dogs of QCCAN; these furry friends are great listeners and provide calm reassurance to kids looking to build their skills; books will be in the room for you to pick from or you can bring your favorite from home; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Paws to Read with QCCAN. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teen Craft: Stuffed Animal Taxidermy
stretch your creative muscles at this silly and spooky craft night! All supplies are provided by the library; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Craft: Stuffed Animal Taxidermy. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Teen Advisory Board
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. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for an Owala water bottle, a dino themed book sleeve, a pumpkin Lego set, or a curated Mini Book Haul; additionally, every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; this year's theme is I Volunteer (as Tribute), and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Sticker Design Contest
thru Oct. 31; create artwork you'd like to see on a sticker; winning entries will be printed on sticker paper and added to our sticker collection to be used as prizes for Winter and Summer Reading Programs; open to those in Grades 6-12; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Sticker Design Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinellbrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; open to those in grades 6-12. For every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you’ll also get a prize for the first 250 minutes you read; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teentober Reading Contests
thru Oct. 31; ages 11-19 can create a film, a piece of writing, or a piece of visual artwork that showcases their creativity and connects to the 2026 theme "I Volunteer as Tribute"; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
on Wednesdays & Thursdays; for ages 3-5; a celebration of reading, these story times include longer stories, songs, and music; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Walkers & Wigglers Storytime
on Wednesdays; for ages 18 months to 4 years; we'll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; stick around afterward for free play for the little ones; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Walkers & Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Playgroup
on Wednesdays; join us after storytime for play and socialization for toddlers and preschoolers; children will get time to explore play and pretend with cars, toys, or any place their imagination takes them; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Toddler Playgroup. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Tales @ Southwest Branch
on Wednesdays; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of books, action rhymes, and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Southwest Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Family Storytime
on Wednesdays; best for children ages 0-5; enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and plenty of playful fun; this afternoon storytime is a great way for little ones and their grown-ups to learn and grow together while building early literacy skills through reading and play; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Family Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. After School Kids Lab: Q-tip Skeletons
join us for a fun STEAM-based activity; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: After School Kids Lab: Q-tip Skeletons. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Plug & Play
on Wednesdays; grades 6-12 play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Plug & Play. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Girls Who Code
on Wednesdays; 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.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Bedtime Books
wind down the day with a cozy evening storytime; we’ll share gentle bedtime stories perfect for helping little ones relax before heading home for the night; pajamas and favorite stuffed animals are welcome to join the fun; this program is designed for ages 1–5, but all ages are welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Bedtime Books. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for an Owala water bottle, a dino themed book sleeve, a pumpkin Lego set, or a curated Mini Book Haul; additionally, every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Thursday, October 15, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; this year's theme is I Volunteer (as Tribute), and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Thursday, October 15, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Sticker Design Contest
thru Oct. 31; create artwork you'd like to see on a sticker; winning entries will be printed on sticker paper and added to our sticker collection to be used as prizes for Winter and Summer Reading Programs; open to those in Grades 6-12; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Sticker Design Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, October 15, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinellbrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; open to those in grades 6-12. For every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you’ll also get a prize for the first 250 minutes you read; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, October 15, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teentober Reading Contests
thru Oct. 31; ages 11-19 can create a film, a piece of writing, or a piece of visual artwork that showcases their creativity and connects to the 2026 theme "I Volunteer as Tribute"; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, October 15, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Music & Movement
on Thursdays; a music-based program for kids ages 1-5; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Music & Movement. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 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 is 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 15, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
on Wednesdays & Thursdays; for ages 3-5; a celebration of reading, these story times include longer stories, songs, and music; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Toddler Playgroup
relaxing and casual fun for kids 5 and younger with their caregiver; toys and activities will be set out; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Playgroup. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Baby Playgroup
on Thursdays; babies and their caregivers are invited for socialization and play immediately following Lapsit Storytime; we’ll provide age-appropriate toys and a space to hang out; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Baby Playgroup. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.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; weekly themes are presented; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: StoryDance: Move and Groove with Books! Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Retro Game Time: PlayStation 2
we will have a variety of multiplayer games available to play and will decide based off voting by participants; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Retro Game Time: PlayStation 2. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Teen Library Council
for grades 6–12; as a TLC Member, you will help plan programs, recommend books and materials, and make a real impact on your library; you’ll also meet new friends, enjoy snacks, and be able to count your TLC time as volunteer or service hours; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Library Council. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:15 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teen Role Playing
on Thursdays; play your favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Role Playing. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Tween Gaming
play on the library laptops, tablets, or on the Nintendo Switch; feel free to bring your own device to play with others; this is for kids in grades 4-8; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Tween Gaming. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Youth Empowerment Program
on Thursdays; facilitators will help children aged 7-18 work on building life skills, effective coping skills, developing expectations around accountability, and focusing on preparedness for next steps in life, regardless of age; this program will also help support children impacted by grief, trauma, and/or loss; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Youth Empowerment Program. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Fan Club \: Witches and Wizards Edition
ages 10-14 are welcome to craft, snack, play, and hang out after school; we'll nerd out over different topics each month; October is Witches and Wizards theme with potion bottle crafts, special snacks, and a movie; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Fan Club \: Witches and Wizards Edition. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Spooky Sock Puppets
for ages 6-11; create your own delightfully spooky sock puppet; we’ll use socks, googly eyes, and plenty of crafty supplies to design silly, creepy, or cute characters to take home; we’ll be using hot glue guns during this program, so younger participants may need help from a parent or caregiver; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Spooky Sock Puppets. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teentober Writing Lab
check out our writing prompts and support for your Teentober entries with Emily (Youth Services Librarian) and Sarah (Midwest Writing Center); ages 11-19 can enter to win a $50 gift card in one of five Teentober categories; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Teentober Writing Lab. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Da Vinci Kids
make a paper quilt as we learn about Faith Ringgold and her art; for preschool-1st grade with an adult; all craft supplies will be provided; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Read to a Dog
QC CAN's Reading Assistance Dogs are specially trained, along with their handler, to provide the environment needed to help children improve their reading skills; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Read to a Dog. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for an Owala water bottle, a dino themed book sleeve, a pumpkin Lego set, or a curated Mini Book Haul; additionally, every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Friday, October 16, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; this year's theme is I Volunteer (as Tribute), and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Friday, October 16, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Sticker Design Contest
thru Oct. 31; create artwork you'd like to see on a sticker; winning entries will be printed on sticker paper and added to our sticker collection to be used as prizes for Winter and Summer Reading Programs; open to those in Grades 6-12; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Sticker Design Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Friday, October 16, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinellbrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; open to those in grades 6-12. For every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you’ll also get a prize for the first 250 minutes you read; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Friday, October 16, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teentober Reading Contests
thru Oct. 31; ages 11-19 can create a film, a piece of writing, or a piece of visual artwork that showcases their creativity and connects to the 2026 theme "I Volunteer as Tribute"; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Friday, October 16, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Stories @ Main
on Fridays; ages 0-5 jump, shake, and shimmy the sillies out; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Stories @ Main. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Baby Storytime
on Fridays; ages 0-2 and their caregivers join us for simple stories, songs, rhymes, and movement activities which help build a baby’s early literacy skills; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Baby Storytime. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Imagination Station Storytime
on Fridays; enjoy stories, crafts, and more; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Imagination Station Storytime. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. 6th-8th Grade Book Club: Graphic Novel Edition
grab your copy of "Snapdragon" by Kat Leyh from the youth desk; we'll complete a small craft while we chat about the book together; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: 6th-8th Grade Book Club: Graphic Novel Edition. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Not-So-Scary Halloween Walk
Oct. 16 & 17; dress up in your costume and explore the gardens at nighttime. Bring your flashlight and adventure through the Nocturnal Nature Quest using all your senses; favorites like the Halloween train and Spookytown will be on display, plus a themed activity; for information, call 309-794-0991.
Event Title: Not-So-Scary Halloween Walk. Venue: Quad City Botanical Center.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Quad City Botanical Center.
For more info visit www.qcgardens.com. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for an Owala water bottle, a dino themed book sleeve, a pumpkin Lego set, or a curated Mini Book Haul; additionally, every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Saturday, October 17, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; this year's theme is I Volunteer (as Tribute), and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Saturday, October 17, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Sticker Design Contest
thru Oct. 31; create artwork you'd like to see on a sticker; winning entries will be printed on sticker paper and added to our sticker collection to be used as prizes for Winter and Summer Reading Programs; open to those in Grades 6-12; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Sticker Design Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, October 17, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinellbrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; open to those in grades 6-12. For every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you’ll also get a prize for the first 250 minutes you read; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, October 17, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teentober Reading Contests
thru Oct. 31; ages 11-19 can create a film, a piece of writing, or a piece of visual artwork that showcases their creativity and connects to the 2026 theme "I Volunteer as Tribute"; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, October 17, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. 100th Anniversary of Winnie The Pooh
there will be crafts, activities and more; come dressed as your favorite bear or any of his friends, Piglet, Tigger, Eeyore, Kanga and Roo, Rabbit, Owl, or Christopher Robin; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: 100th Anniversary of Winnie The Pooh. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Child's Play
on Saturdays; designed for ages 2-6, stories followed by an extended time for play and imagination; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Child's Play. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Glow in the Dark Painting
paint in the dark and watch your canvas glow! Paint with neon paint that glows in the dark; all supplies will be provided; the room will be darkened with UV lights set up around the room; this event is recommended for ages 6-14; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Glow in the Dark Painting. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Lego Club
on Saturdays; come enjoy a morning of free building; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Middle School Anime Club
come to hang out, read some manga, do a fun craft and talk with your fellow anime fans; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Middle School Anime Club. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Trunk or Treat
30 businesses/organizations will host trunks and give away candy; the first 800 kids will receive a goody bag; snack packs, popcorn, and bottled water will be provided to the first 800 guests - including adults; prizes will be awarded for the best costumes and trunks; please note that we will not be handing out hot dogs this year; sponsored by Silvis Walmart, Friends of the Silvis Library, and Godfather's Pizza; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Trunk or Treat. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Not-So-Scary Halloween Walk
Oct. 16 & 17; dress up in your costume and explore the gardens at nighttime. Bring your flashlight and adventure through the Nocturnal Nature Quest using all your senses; favorites like the Halloween train and Spookytown will be on display, plus a themed activity; for information, call 309-794-0991.
Event Title: Not-So-Scary Halloween Walk. Venue: Quad City Botanical Center.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Quad City Botanical Center.
For more info visit www.qcgardens.com. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for an Owala water bottle, a dino themed book sleeve, a pumpkin Lego set, or a curated Mini Book Haul; additionally, every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Sunday, October 18, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; this year's theme is I Volunteer (as Tribute), and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Sunday, October 18, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Sticker Design Contest
thru Oct. 31; create artwork you'd like to see on a sticker; winning entries will be printed on sticker paper and added to our sticker collection to be used as prizes for Winter and Summer Reading Programs; open to those in Grades 6-12; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Sticker Design Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Sunday, October 18, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinellbrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; open to those in grades 6-12. For every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you’ll also get a prize for the first 250 minutes you read; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Sunday, October 18, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teentober Reading Contests
thru Oct. 31; ages 11-19 can create a film, a piece of writing, or a piece of visual artwork that showcases their creativity and connects to the 2026 theme "I Volunteer as Tribute"; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Sunday, October 18, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for an Owala water bottle, a dino themed book sleeve, a pumpkin Lego set, or a curated Mini Book Haul; additionally, every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Monday, October 19, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; this year's theme is I Volunteer (as Tribute), and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Monday, October 19, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Sticker Design Contest
thru Oct. 31; create artwork you'd like to see on a sticker; winning entries will be printed on sticker paper and added to our sticker collection to be used as prizes for Winter and Summer Reading Programs; open to those in Grades 6-12; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Sticker Design Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, October 19, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinellbrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; open to those in grades 6-12. For every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you’ll also get a prize for the first 250 minutes you read; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, October 19, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teentober Reading Contests
thru Oct. 31; ages 11-19 can create a film, a piece of writing, or a piece of visual artwork that showcases their creativity and connects to the 2026 theme "I Volunteer as Tribute"; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, October 19, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Little Movers Storytime
on Mondays; ages 0 to 3 and their grownup,join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, October 19, 2026, 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 ages 3-5 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 19, 2026, 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 literacy experience designed for children ages 0–3 and a caregiver; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Tales for Tots. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, October 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. MagiKids
learn how to play the popular trading card game Magic the Gathering and get free cards; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: MagiKids. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, October 19, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Teen Book + Club
let's read "I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter" by Erika L. Sánchez together; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Book + Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, October 19, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Beaded Spider
ages 8+ use wire and beads to craft an awesome arachnid; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Beaded Spider. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Monday, October 19, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Writing Club
meet new writers, spend time on your projects, and relax after school on this early-out day; beginners and advanced writers are all welcome; we'll play a warm-up game, spend some time writing, and save a little time for optional read-alouds; paper and pencils will be available, but feel free to bring your preferred writing device; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Writing Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, October 19, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. 3D Pen Mask Maker Challenge
for grades 5-12, hosted by STEAM on Wheels; decorate laser-cut masks using colorful 3D pen filament; create patterns, textures, and details to transform a simple mask into your own wearable design; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: 3D Pen Mask Maker Challenge. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, October 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Adventures in Storytime
on Mondays; a fun time of adventures through stories; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Adventures in Storytime. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Monday, October 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for an Owala water bottle, a dino themed book sleeve, a pumpkin Lego set, or a curated Mini Book Haul; additionally, every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; this year's theme is I Volunteer (as Tribute), and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Sticker Design Contest
thru Oct. 31; create artwork you'd like to see on a sticker; winning entries will be printed on sticker paper and added to our sticker collection to be used as prizes for Winter and Summer Reading Programs; open to those in Grades 6-12; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Sticker Design Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinellbrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; open to those in grades 6-12. For every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you’ll also get a prize for the first 250 minutes you read; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teentober Reading Contests
thru Oct. 31; ages 11-19 can create a film, a piece of writing, or a piece of visual artwork that showcases their creativity and connects to the 2026 theme "I Volunteer as Tribute"; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Story Time: Firefighters
a fun meet-and-greet presentation by a community hero; the event will include a story along with hands-on crafts and activities inspired by the hero of the day; it’s a lively, interactive series designed to spark curiosity, celebrate local helpers, and bring stories to life; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Story Time: Firefighters. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Walkers & Wigglers Storytime
on Tuesdays; for children ages 18 months to four years; we’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; stick around afterward for free play with the little ones; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Walkers & Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Playgroup
on Tuesdays; best for children ages 1-4 years and their grown-ups; join us after storytime for play and socialization for toddlers and preschoolers; children will get time to explore play and pretend with cars, toys, or any place their imagination takes them; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Toddler Playgroup. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 10:30 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 20, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Family Storytime
on Tuesdays; ages 0-5 enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and plenty of playful fun; this afternoon storytime is a great way for little ones and their grown-ups to learn and grow together while building early literacy skills through reading and play; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Family Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Let's Make Art!
on Tuesdays; kids of all ages can come get creative with a new artistic style each week; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Let's Make Art! Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Diary of a Wimpy Kid Party
celebrate the release of the latest installment of Jeff Kinney's Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, "Fight or Flight!"; join us for Diary of a Wimpy Kid games, crafts, and book trivia; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Diary of a Wimpy Kid Party. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Teen Advisory Group
help plan library events, work on community service projects, design promotional materials for the library, help us choose books and other items to buy, and enjoy free snacks; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Teen Advisory Group. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Ghost
discussion of Jason Reynolds' book with the Tween the Pages group for ages 8-11; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Ghost. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 5:00 PM – 5:50 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Ghostly Night
join us for this graveyard smash; Halloween games, crafts, and activities for school-aged kids; costumes encouraged; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Ghostly Night. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. PJ Storytime
enjoy a fun-filled adventure with a little Halloween magic as Ms. Kitka reads Bruce and the Legend of Soggy Hollow; we’ll get crafty and create glitter bats; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: PJ Storytime. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for an Owala water bottle, a dino themed book sleeve, a pumpkin Lego set, or a curated Mini Book Haul; additionally, every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
thru Oct. 31; at all Davenport libraries; this year's theme is I Volunteer (as Tribute), and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Sticker Design Contest
thru Oct. 31; create artwork you'd like to see on a sticker; winning entries will be printed on sticker paper and added to our sticker collection to be used as prizes for Winter and Summer Reading Programs; open to those in Grades 6-12; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Sticker Design Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinellbrary.com. Teentober Reading Challenge
thru Oct. 31; open to those in grades 6-12. For every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you’ll also get a prize for the first 250 minutes you read; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teentober Reading Contests
thru Oct. 31; ages 11-19 can create a film, a piece of writing, or a piece of visual artwork that showcases their creativity and connects to the 2026 theme "I Volunteer as Tribute"; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teentober Reading Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
on Wednesdays & Thursdays; for ages 3-5; a celebration of reading, these story times include longer stories, songs, and music; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Walkers & Wigglers Storytime
on Wednesdays; for ages 18 months to 4 years; we'll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; stick around afterward for free play for the little ones; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Walkers & Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Playgroup
on Wednesdays; join us after storytime for play and socialization for toddlers and preschoolers; children will get time to explore play and pretend with cars, toys, or any place their imagination takes them; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Toddler Playgroup. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Tales @ Southwest Branch
on Wednesdays; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of books, action rhymes, and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Southwest Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Family Storytime
on Wednesdays; best for children ages 0-5; enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and plenty of playful fun; this afternoon storytime is a great way for little ones and their grown-ups to learn and grow together while building early literacy skills through reading and play; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Family Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Open Gaming
whether you're into Mario Kart, Chutes and Ladders, or Giant Uno, we've got it all; ages 10-18 are welcome to stop in on early release days; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Open Gaming. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. After School Kids Lab: Resistance Ghost Painting
join us for a fun STEAM-based activity; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: After School Kids Lab: Resistance Ghost Painting. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Lego Explorers
build it, break it; repeat; calling all Lego fans; join us for Lego Explorers Club where the only limit is your imagination; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Lego Explorers. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Plug & Play
on Wednesdays; grades 6-12 play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Plug & Play. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Girls Who Code
on Wednesdays; 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.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Pokémon Club
a club just for fans of Pokémon to hang out with other fans, play the card game or video games, trade cards, make a craft, or watch an episode of Pokémon; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Pokémon Club. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com.