Children's Summer Reading Program
thru July 27; join us on a quest for adventure through reading, programs, activities and prizes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Children's Summer Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, July 27, 2024.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teen Summer Reading Program
thru July 27; teens and tweens going into grades 6-12, adventure begins here at the library this summer with reading, programs, activities, and prizes free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Summer Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, July 27, 2024.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Child's Play | Create : Explore : Experience
on Saturdays; a 15-minute storytime complete with books rhymes and songs followed by 30 minutes of imaginative playtime; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Child's Play | Create : Explore : Experience. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, July 27, 2024, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Park Explorer Junior Ranger Day: Pack Like a Ranger
plan a visit to a national park just like a ranger, complete activities, and go home with a new badge; this event celebrates the spirit of adventure and teaches essential skills for packing on wildlife explorations; park visitors will have the opportunity to learn from wildlife experts, tent-camping specialists, and water exploration enthusiasts who will share their best practices and tips for outdoor adventures; free; for information, call 563-873-3491 ext. 123.
Event Title: Park Explorer Junior Ranger Day: Pack Like a Ranger. Venue: Effigy Mounds National Monument.
Saturday, July 27, 2024, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Effigy Mounds National Monument.
For more info visit www.nps.gov. DIY Trash Terrarium
explore the world of STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Art Mathematics); this week we’ll be learning about where our trash goes as we create terrariums out of landfills in a bottle; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: DIY Trash Terrarium. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Saturday, July 27, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Summer Reading Send Off- Absolute Science
Absolute Science will be here at noon with a bubble program, then join us from 1-2 for face painting and balloon twisting with QC Clown Around; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Summer Reading Send Off- Absolute Science. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Saturday, July 27, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Summer Reading Send Off- QC Clown Around (Centennial Event)
join us for face painting and balloon twisting with QC Clown Around; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Summer Reading Send Off- QC Clown Around (Centennial Event). Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Saturday, July 27, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Advanced Camp: Grades 6-12
for confident students who have taken our general Animation Camp at least once, preferably twice.
Event Title: Advanced Camp: Grades 6-12. Venue: FilmScene @ The Chauncey.
Monday, July 29, 2024.
FilmScene @ The Chauncey.
For more info visit icfilmscene.org. Lapsit Storytime
on Mondays; 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 - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, July 29, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Stories in the Park: Peterson Park
join us during the summer in a different park around Moline for stories, songs, and fun; for children birth to 6 years old with an adult; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Stories in the Park: Peterson Park. Venue: Peterson Park.
Monday, July 29, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Peterson Park.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Zoo Camp for Ages 4-5: Movement of Life, Session #8 PM
thru Aug. 2; join your camper and discover how different animals move around based on the habitat they are living in; $120-150; for information and to register, call 309-799-3482.
Event Title: Zoo Camp for Ages 4-5: Movement of Life, Session #8 PM. Venue: Niabi Zoo.
Monday, July 29, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Niabi Zoo.
For more info visit www.niabizoo.com. Build Together
bring a grown up to help you build a kit free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Build Together. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, July 29, 2024, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Magic Show with Rick Eugene
enjoy a fun and interactive magic show with magician Rick Eugene; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Magic Show with Rick Eugene. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Monday, July 29, 2024, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Teen Floral Arranging
Two Chicks and a Flower Cart will show us how to make a beautiful floral arrangement; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Floral Arranging. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, July 29, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Zoo Camp for Ages 4-5: Movement of Life, Session #8 AM
thru Aug. 2; join your camper and discover how different animals move around based on the habitat they are living in; $120-150; for information and to register, call 309-799-3482.
Event Title: Zoo Camp for Ages 4-5: Movement of Life, Session #8 AM. Venue: Niabi Zoo.
Monday, July 29, 2024, 9:30 PM – 11:30 PM.
Niabi Zoo.
For more info visit www.niabizoo.com. Tales and Trails
on Tuesdays; attendees will meet for a storytime near the Outreach Wheeled Library (OWL); bubbles and butterfly nets will be provided after the storytime to allow for nature play; the OWL will provide books for checkout, library card registrations, and free goodies in the parking lot; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Tales and Trails. Venue: Sunderbruch Park.
Tuesday, July 30, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Sunderbruch Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. WQPT Storytime Takeover
your family will have the opportunity to watch a PBS KIDS program, listen to a story, and do a fun make-and-take craft activity; each child will receive a PBS KIDS Summer Activity booklet and tools that will allow you access to free online resources on PBS KIDS; best for ages 3-8; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: WQPT Storytime Takeover. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, July 30, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Storytime
on Tuesdays; enjoy a story followed by a fun craft at the library; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Storytime. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, July 30, 2024, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch
on Tuesdays; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of short books, action rhymes and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, July 30, 2024, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Fantastic Foam Show with Absolute Science
enjoy lots of foam with fantastic foam experiments with Absolute Science in which the children are the stars; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Fantastic Foam Show with Absolute Science. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Tuesday, July 30, 2024, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Dan Santat Author Talk
join us for a virtual visit from the author of the award-winning book, A First Time for Everything, Dan Santat; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Dan Santat Author Talk. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Tuesday, July 30, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Roaring Classic Children's Movie
celebrate the 30th anniversary of a Disney classic about the adventure of a beloved lion cub, his father and evil uncle; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Roaring Classic Children's Movie. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Tuesday, July 30, 2024, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library- Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Studio Ghibli Marathon Party
join us at the library for a marathon of nature-filled Studio Ghibli movies while we eat ramen, play games, and do crafts; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Studio Ghibli Marathon Party. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Tuesday, July 30, 2024, 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Teen DIY: Thrifted Tie-Dye
join Miss Amber in making a mess while tie dying our reused and thrifted clothing; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen DIY: Thrifted Tie-Dye. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, July 30, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Tween Harry Potter Party
see the library transform into Hogwarts; enjoy games, crafts, Butterbeer, and more; this is for kids in grades 4-8; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Tween Harry Potter Party. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, July 30, 2024, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Trash to Treasure
on Tuesdays; make some upcycled and recycled crafts; we'll have plenty of leftover, reused, and repurposed supplies, just bring your imagination; this program is best suited to kids in elementary school; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Trash to Treasure. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Tuesday, July 30, 2024, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Tuesday Mosaic CD Art
join us at the library for this mosaic art project using old CDs; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Teen Tuesday: Mosaic CD Art. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Tuesday, July 30, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Library in the Park
on Wednesdays; families are welcome to attend storytime under a shady tree at 10am and then enjoy checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park. Venue: Fejervary Learning Center.
Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Fejervary Learning Center.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Sunshine and Stories
on Wednesdays; come outside and dance your wiggles out; we’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; all ages welcome, best for children ages 18 months to 5 years; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Sunshine and Stories. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Wapsi Environmental Center: Birds of Prey
visiting us this week Wapsi River Center to educate us about wild raptors of Iowa and their conservation stories, plus meet one or two of the education ambassadors that reside at the Wapsi River Center; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Wapsi Environmental Center: Birds of Prey. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Teen DIY: Makerspace Mugs
show off your incredible selfdom by creating your own personalized mug in the Studio 321 makerspace; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen DIY: Makerspace Mugs. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Tales @ Southwest Branch
young children and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of books, action rhymes and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Southwest Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Patterns in Nature Workshop with Nahant Marsh
learn about patterns found in nature with a naturalist from Nahant Marsh; this workshop is for children going into 2nd through 5th grade; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Patterns in Nature Workshop with Nahant Marsh. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Library in the Park
on Wednesdays; families are welcome to attend storytime under a shady tree at 10am and then enjoy checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park. Venue: Emeis Park.
Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Emeis Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Nature Crafts
on Wednesdays; get back to nature with a nature-inspired art project each week; kids can create using materials and ideas found in the great outdoors; this program is best suited to school-age kids; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Nature Crafts. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Summer Subscription Book Club
Miss Amber will explore the connections between culture and romance (and ghosts, curses, and corndogs) while we discuss "Lunar New Year Love Story," a graphic novel by Gene Luen Yang and LeUyen Pham; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Summer Subscription Book Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Gaming
on Wednesdays; pop in for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that"); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Harry Potter Party
see the library transform into Hogwarts; enjoy games, crafts, Butterbeer, and more; this is for kids in grades 9-12; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Teen Harry Potter Party. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Family Storytime: Stuffed Animal Sleepover
wear your pjs and bring your favorite stuffed animal to the library for a sleepover; we will read them a bedtime story and then they will spend the night at the library while you go home; the next day you will pick them up and see all the shenanigans they got into; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Family Storytime: Stuffed Animal Sleepover. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Library in the Park
on Thursdays; families are welcome to attend storytime under a shady tree at 10am and then enjoy checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park. Venue: Lindsay Park.
Thursday, August 1, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Lindsay Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Monster Society Presents: Swamp Monsters
your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to first learn about a monster and then execute a craft pertaining to said monster; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Monster Society Presents: Swamp Monsters. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, August 1, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Reading Assistance Dogs
children have the opportunity to read aloud to dogs from Quad City Canines; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Reading Assistance Dogs. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, August 1, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Big/Little Book Club
a book club for Littles (kids in 3rd through 5th grade) and their Bigs (adults or older siblings) to read a book together; we will discuss the book and do some book-related crafts and activities; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Big/Little Book Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, August 1, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Stories @ Main
on Fridays; plan on grooving down to Main for dancing, shaking, and stories; this storytime is geared toward children one to five (and their caregivers); free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Stories @ Main. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Friday, August 2, 2024, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch
on Fridays; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of short books, action rhymes, and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Friday, August 2, 2024, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Picnic in the Park
join the Outreach Wheeled Library (OWL) as our community comes together in beautiful Vander Veer Park to enjoy one another and have lunch; you provide the blanket and food, Davenport Parks and Recreation will provide the space; while you are there, look for some fun special surprises; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Picnic in the Park. Venue: Vander Veer Botanical Park.
Friday, August 2, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Vander Veer Botanical Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Storytime with WQPT PBS
WQPT PBS will be joining us for a fun Storytime and PBS episode viewing; there will also be a craft and activity available afterward; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Storytime with WQPT PBS. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Friday, August 2, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Graduation Ceremony
celebrate achievements a special photo op, chat with other families, and enjoy treats; graduates of the program (participants who have read 1000 books) will receive a special prize and diploma during our graduation ceremony; all readers will be entered into a drawing for the chance to win a prize basket; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Graduation Ceremony. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Saturday, August 3, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Summer Reading Tween/Teen Lock-In
open to readers who have completed the 2024 Teen Summer Reading Program; a Lock-In Permission Form and Lock-In Contract must be turned in by Saturday, August 3 at 4:30pm; participants must be at the Library no later than 5pm and will not be allowed to leave before 8:30pm unless prior arrangements have been made; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Summer Reading Tween/Teen Lock-In. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, August 3, 2024, 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Animation Camp: Grades 3 & 4
students are invited to learn the art of stop-motion animation.
Event Title: Animation Camp: Grades 3 & 4. Venue: FilmScene @ The Chauncey.
Monday, August 5, 2024.
FilmScene @ The Chauncey.
For more info visit icfilmscene.org. Stories in the Park: Riverside Park East Pavilion
join us during the summer in a different park around Moline for stories, songs, and fun; for children birth to 6 years old with an adult; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Stories in the Park: Riverside Park East Pavilion. Venue: Riverside Park.
Monday, August 5, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Riverside Park.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Butterfly Encounter Tents with Absolute Science
Absolute Science will have tents and educational stations that will get you excited about butterflies; inside the tents, you’ll have the opportunity to get a closer view as you "feed" the butterflies; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Butterfly Encounter Tents with Absolute Science. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Monday, August 5, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. The Nest Book Club
we’ll not only take part in a storytime and activity, but also learn how to create special storytimes at home; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: The Nest Book Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, August 5, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Yoga and Stories
experience your favorite stories told along with Yoga poses; best for ages 3-10; adult caregivers are welcome to join! Bring a mat or borrow one of ours; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Yoga and Stories. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, August 5, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Kids' Advisory Board
for ages 7-10; 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 the library's collections, and participate in service projects like making decorations or bulletin boards; ages 6 and up; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Kids' Advisory Board. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, August 6, 2024, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Family Storytime: Spider-Man
we’re celebrating Spider-Man Day with stories, songs, and a fun take-home craft: Spider-Man Paper Masks; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Family Storytime: Spider-Man. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Tuesday, August 6, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Library in the Park
on Wednesdays; families are welcome to attend storytime under a shady tree at 10am and then enjoy checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park. Venue: Fejervary Learning Center.
Wednesday, August 7, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Fejervary Learning Center.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Library in the Park
on Wednesdays; families are welcome to attend storytime under a shady tree at 10am and then enjoy checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park. Venue: Emeis Park.
Wednesday, August 7, 2024, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Emeis Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Gaming
on Wednesdays; pop in for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that"); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, August 7, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Anime Club
join us as we watch Japanese Animation, have snacks, and socialize with others interested in Anime; content will be rated PG13/TV14 (or international equivalent); free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Anime Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, August 7, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Library in the Park
on Thursdays; families are welcome to attend storytime under a shady tree at 10am and then enjoy checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park. Venue: Lindsay Park.
Thursday, August 8, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Lindsay Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Magic the Gathering
ages 11-18 can hone critical thinking skills, math abilities, reading comprehension, and more through the fun and exciting game of Magic the Gathering; learn with us, or share your knowledge with the group; cards will be provided, but feel free to bring your own; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Magic the Gathering. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Thursday, August 8, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. OWLT and About Party in the Park
attendees can enjoy free food, entertainment, and a variety of activities for the family; these events offer a great opportunity to meet fellow residents, learn more about surrounding neighborhoods and engage with local elected officials; city staff will be in attendance to discuss concerns and opportunities facing the community and how residents can get involved in your neighborhood; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: OWLT and About Party in the Park. Venue: Cork Hill Park.
Thursday, August 8, 2024, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Cork Hill Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. OWLT and About Party in the Park
enjoy free food, entertainment, and a variety of activities for the family; these events offer a great opportunity to meet fellow residents, learn more about surrounding neighborhoods and engage with local elected officials; city staff will be in attendance to discuss concerns and opportunities facing the community and how residents can get involved in your neighborhood; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: OWLT and About Party in the Park. Venue: Cork Hill Park.
Thursday, August 8, 2024, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Cork Hill Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Bilingual Stories @ Main
on Fridays; co-hosted by Mister Joe and Ms.Sara, it’s everything you would expect in a storytime, featuring both English and Spanish; this program is designed for Spanish or English speakers ages 1 to 5, but all are welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Bilingual Stories @ Main. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Friday, August 9, 2024, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Stories @ Main
on Fridays; plan on grooving down to Main for dancing, shaking, and stories; this storytime is geared toward children one to five (and their caregivers); free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Stories @ Main. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Friday, August 9, 2024, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. OWLT & About: Freight House Farmers' Market
cool off in the shade of our awning, check out books, learn about Davenport Public Library services, and much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: OWLT & About: Freight House Farmers' Market. Venue: Freight House Farmer's Market.
Saturday, August 10, 2024, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Freight House Farmer's Market.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Pokémon Club
an opportunity for Pokémon enthusiasts (ages 6-12) to battle, share, and play together; 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, August 10, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Vander Veer Follow Your Roots Storytime
join Miss Brittany at Vander Veer Park in the hasta garden for a special storytime; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Vander Veer Follow Your Roots Storytime. Venue: Vander Veer Botanical Center.
Saturday, August 10, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Vander Veer Botanical Center.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toons at Noons with Bowls and Spoons
grab a spoon and some cereal as we sit down to watch classic toons; enjoy cartoons and a bowl (or two) of cereal; content provided courtesy of Boomerang; this program is best for ages 8 and up; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Toons at Noons with Bowls and Spoons. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Saturday, August 10, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Read to a Dog
QC CAN's Reading Assistance Dogs are specially trained, along with their handler, to provide the environment needed to help children improve their reading skills; this program is great for kids of all ages; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Read to a Dog. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Saturday, August 10, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Animation Camp: Grades 3 & 4
students are invited to learn the art of stop-motion animation.
Event Title: Animation Camp: Grades 3 & 4. Venue: FilmScene @ The Chauncey.
Monday, August 12, 2024.
FilmScene @ The Chauncey.
For more info visit icfilmscene.org. Storytime with a Splash
share stories and songs in the summer sun and then enjoy fun on the new Splash Pad at Riverside Riverslide; for children birth to 6 years old with an adult; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Storytime with a Splash. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, August 12, 2024, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. The Nest Book Club: Toddler
we’ll not only take part in a storytime and activity, but also learn how to create special storytimes at home; each meeting will focus on a specific children’s book chosen to support your toddler's development; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: The Nest Book Club: Toddler. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, August 12, 2024, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Read-Aloud Stories with Mr. Haack
sop by the library for 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, August 13, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Teen Advisory Board Meeting
TAB Members volunteer, organize & participate in teen programming, and give their opinions on how to make the library awesome by attending monthly meetings and filling out online surveys; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Advisory Board Meeting. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, August 13, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Gaming
on Wednesdays; pop in for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that"); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, August 14, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Read to a Dog
QC CAN's Reading Assistance Dogs are specially trained, along with their handler, to provide the environment needed to help children improve their reading skills; this program is great for kids of all ages; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Read to a Dog. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, August 15, 2024, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Family Storytime: Back to School
we’re getting ready for the new school year with Back-to-School stories, songs, and a fun take-home craft: Paper Plate School Buses; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Family Storytime: Back to School. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Tuesday, August 20, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Teen Gaming
on Wednesdays; pop in for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that"); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, August 21, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Magic the Gathering
ages 11-18 can hone critical thinking skills, math abilities, reading comprehension, and more through the fun and exciting game of Magic the Gathering; learn with us, or share your knowledge with the group; cards will be provided, but feel free to bring your own; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Magic the Gathering. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Thursday, August 22, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Pre-K Day: Pigeon Storytime and Craft with Free Books
join us for the start of our Pre-K Day! We will be reading stories, making a craft, and having snacks; free books will be provided; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Pre-K Day: Pigeon Storytime and Craft with Free Books. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Saturday, August 24, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Pre-K Day: Sensory Stations
check out our sensory stations for Pre-K Day; stations will include kinetic sand, shaving cream, Floam, and a new sensory bin; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Pre-K Day: Sensory Stations. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Saturday, August 24, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Pre-K Day: Take-Away Popsicle Stick Bus Crafts
stop by and pick up a takeaway popsicle stick bus craft kit for Pre-K Day; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Pre-K Day: Take-Away Popsicle Stick Bus Crafts. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Saturday, August 24, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. National Park Service Birthday
help celebrate our 108th birthday; we will have birthday cake and children can do the activities for the Centennial junior ranger book and earn a 2016 Centennial pin; free; for information, call 563-873-3491 ext. 123.
Event Title: National Park Service Birthday. Venue: Effigy Mounds National Monument.
Sunday, August 25, 2024, 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Effigy Mounds National Monument.
For more info visit www.nps.gov. Teen Gaming
on Wednesdays; pop in for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that"); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, August 28, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. The Nest Book Club
we’ll not only take part in a storytime and activity, but also learn how to create special storytimes at home; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: The Nest Book Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, September 2, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Yoga and Stories
experience your favorite stories told along with Yoga poses; best for ages 3-10; adult caregivers are welcome to join! Bring a mat or borrow one of ours; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Yoga and Stories. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, September 2, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Picnic in the Park
join the Outreach Wheeled Library (OWL) as our community comes together in beautiful Vander Veer Park to enjoy one another and have lunch; you provide the blanket and food, Davenport Parks and Recreation will provide the space; while you are there, look for some fun special surprises; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Picnic in the Park. Venue: Vander Veer Botanical Park.
Friday, September 6, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Vander Veer Botanical Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. The Nest Book Club: Toddler
we’ll not only take part in a storytime and activity, but also learn how to create special storytimes at home; each meeting will focus on a specific children’s book chosen to support your toddler's development; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: The Nest Book Club: Toddler. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, September 9, 2024, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. OWLT & About: Freight House Farmers' Market
cool off in the shade of our awning, check out books, learn about Davenport Public Library services, and much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: OWLT & About: Freight House Farmers' Market. Venue: Freight House Farmer's Market.
Saturday, September 14, 2024, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Freight House Farmer's Market.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. The Nest Book Club
we’ll not only take part in a storytime and activity, but also learn how to create special storytimes at home; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: The Nest Book Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, October 7, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Yoga and Stories
experience your favorite stories told along with Yoga poses; best for ages 3-10; adult caregivers are welcome to join! Bring a mat or borrow one of ours; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Yoga and Stories. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, October 7, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. OWLT & About: Freight House Farmers' Market
cool off in the shade of our awning, check out books, learn about Davenport Public Library services, and much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: OWLT & About: Freight House Farmers' Market. Venue: Freight House Farmer's Market.
Saturday, October 12, 2024, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Freight House Farmer's Market.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. The Nest Book Club: Toddler
we’ll not only take part in a storytime and activity, but also learn how to create special storytimes at home; each meeting will focus on a specific children’s book chosen to support your toddler's development; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: The Nest Book Club: Toddler. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, October 14, 2024, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.