KIDS' STUFF

club, teen, storytime, kids, school, with, after, craft, party, santa

RSS XML iCal Central Time
This hCalendar-compliant page is optimized for search engines. View this calendar as published at www.rcreader.com.

Pre-K Prep Storytime

on Mondays; designed especially to give children access to opportunities that promote school success and build early literacy skills; in addition to stories, songs, and fingerplays, we’ll engage in fun activities that help with letter and number recognition, sight words, counting, colors, and more; best for children ages 3-5; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Pre-K Prep Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Monday, December 8, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Tales for Tots

on Mondays; an enriching activity time for children ages birth through three with an adult caregiver; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Tales for Tots. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Monday, December 8, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Homeschool Creator Club

join us for art and science adventures; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Homeschool Creator Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Monday, December 8, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Dungeon Delvers

a new level of our Dungeons and Dragons program for 6th - 8th graders; this program is perfect for anyone who's ever wanted to try their hand at playing dungeons and dragons, or even running their own game with friends; if you're an established player, feel free to bring your own materials to our sessions, otherwise all other materials will be provided; free; for information, call 309-524-2440. Event Title: Dungeon Delvers. Venue: Moline Public Library. Monday, December 8, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus

enjoy fun crafts and activities and meet Santa and Mrs. Claus at the library; take pictures in front of a Winter backdrop, write letters to the North Pole and more; please bring a camera or smartphone to take a picture with Santa and Mrs. Claus; free; for information call 309-755-9614. Event Title: Photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus. Venue: East Moline Public Library. Monday, December 8, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM. East Moline Pubic Library. For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com.

Walkers & Wigglers Storytime

on Tuesdays; we’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; stick around afterwards free play for the little ones; all ages welcome, best for children ages 18 months to 4 years; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Walkers & Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Toddler Playgroup

on Tuesdays; join us after storytime for play and socialization for toddlers and preschoolers.; best for children ages 1 to 4 years and their grown-ups; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Toddler Playgroup. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 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, December 9, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown

we will be making holiday ornaments; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Girls Who Code

on Tuesdays; an after-school club for girls in 3rd-8th grade who are interested in learning to code; the club is for beginners to explore coding in a fun and friendly environment; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Girls Who Code. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Sensitive Christmas Party

for autistic children or those with sensory processing difficulties who may find our other Christmas program overwhelming; games, crafts, and holiday fun! For preschool age and up with an adult; a Calm Down Area and a few sets of noise-canceling headphones will be available, but we recommend you bring your own headphones if your child is sensitive to sound; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Sensitive Christmas Party. Venue: Moline Public Library. Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

PJ Storytime: Santa Claws

Santa Claws is visiting with some holiday-themed dino stories and songs, followed by a take-home craft: Foam Holiday Dinos; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov. Event Title: PJ Storytime: Santa Claws. Venue: LeClaire Community Library. Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. LeClaire Community Library. For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov.

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, December 9, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Preschool Storytime

on Wed. & Thu.; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Walkers & Wigglers Storytime

on Wednesdays; we’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; stick around afterwards for free play for the little ones; all ages welcome, best for children ages 18 months to 4 years; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Walkers & Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 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; best for children ages 1 to 4 years and their grown-ups; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Toddler Playgroup. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

First Chapter Book Club: Snow & Rose

each month we will read aloud the first chapter (or maybe two!) of a book; if you like what you hear and want to keep reading, copies will be available to check out; there will also be an activity to do if you want to stay and talk about the book for a little bit; this month we are reading the first chapter of Emily Winfield Martin's book; for ages 8-12; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: First Chapter Book Club: Snow & Rose. Venue: Moline Public Library. Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

After School Kids Lab: Sled Building Challenge

design and build a sled and test it out on our "ski slope"; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: After School Kids Lab: Sled Building Challenge. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Plug & Play

on Wednesdays; for teens and tweens in grades 6 -12; a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room; play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax; free; for information, call 309-524-2440. Event Title: Plug & Play. Venue: Moline Public Library. Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Kids Craft Series: Christmas Crafts

hang out and learn to make something new; best suited to kids 7+; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Kids Craft Series: Christmas Crafts. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Lego Club

get creative and build awesome Lego structures at our Lego club; this is recommended for kids in K-5th grade; free; for information call 309-755-9614. Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: East Moline Public Library. Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. East Moline Pubic Library. For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com.

Lego Explorers

follow along with the story and complete building challenges to find out what happens next; all creations are put up on our Lego Display shelf for the month; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov. Event Title: Lego Explorers. Venue: LeClaire Community Library. Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. LeClaire Community Library. For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov.

Teen Gaming

on Wednesdays; join us for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that.”); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Teen Holiday Movie Night

enjoy holiday movies with us; snacks and drinks will be provided; free; for information call 309-755-9614. Event Title: Teen Holiday Movie Night. Venue: East Moline Public Library. Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. East Moline Pubic 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 some free cards; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Yu-Gi-Oh! Game Night. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. 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 will be on interaction between caregivers and babies through music, action, and stories; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Lapsit Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Thursday, December 11, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Preschool Storytime

on Wed. & Thu.; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, December 11, 2025, 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, December 11, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest

we will be making holiday ornaments; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch. Thursday, December 11, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Teen Gaming

on Thursdays; play your favorite role-playing games with us; whether you're a bard or an orc, there's always an exciting adventure waiting for you; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, December 11, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Write On: Kids Creative Writing Group

a group for kids in grades 3-6 to learn about creative writing, work on their writing skills, and share their works with others; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Write On: Kids Creative Writing Group. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, December 11, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.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, December 11, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Stories @ Main

on Fridays; jump, shake, and shimmy the sillies; we’ll have stories, songs, and fun; all ages welcome, best for children ages 1 to 5; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Stories @ Main. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch. Friday, December 12, 2025, 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 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, December 12, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Code Club

eginner coding club for tweens; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Code Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Friday, December 12, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Reading Buddies with Central High School

members of Girls Learn International from Central High School will be volunteering at the Eastern Library this Spring as Reading Buddies; they will be available to read stories with families or as listeners for kids who wish to practice their reading; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Reading Buddies with Central High School. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Friday, December 12, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Santa Paws Storytime with Legacy Therapy Dogs

grab your Santa hat and join a special holiday Storytime with the Legacy Therapy Dogs; they’ll talk about the important job these dogs have and then we’ll all read stories together; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov. Event Title: Santa Paws Storytime with Legacy Therapy Dogs. Venue: LeClaire Community Library. Friday, December 12, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. LeClaire Community Library. For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov.

Child's Play | Create : Explore : Experience

on Saturdays; a 15-minute storytime complete with books rhymes and songs followed by 30 minutes of imaginative playtime; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Child's Play | Create : Explore : Experience. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Saturday, December 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Children’s Winter Story Time

held in the Visitor Center auditorium; free; for information, call 563-873-3491. Event Title: Children’s Winter Story Time. Venue: Effigy Mounds National Monument. Saturday, December 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Effigy Mounds National Monument. For more info visit www.nps.gov.

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, December 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Polar Express Party

help us celebrate 40 years of the book "The Polar Express"; put on your conductor hat and jump aboard for crafts, activities, and of course, cocoa; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Polar Express Party. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. Saturday, December 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Full STEAM Ahead: Spinning Holiday Trees

experiment with electricity using wire, magnets, a battery, and holiday decoration to make spinning holiday trees; decorate it and take it home afterward; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov. Event Title: Full STEAM Ahead: Spinning Holiday Trees. Venue: LeClaire Community Library. Saturday, December 13, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. LeClaire Community Library. For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov.

Lego Club

on Saturdays; enjoy a morning of free building; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Saturday, December 13, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Dog Tales

join us for a pup-themed storytime and hangout 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, December 13, 2025, 2:00 PM – 2:30 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 - Fairmount Street Branch. Saturday, December 13, 2025, 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Anne of West Philly

ages 9-12 discuss Noelle Weir's graphic novel with the Kids Book Club; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Anne of West Philly. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Saturday, December 13, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Meet & Greet with Santa Claus

come meet Santa and enjoy craft projects, cookie decorating, and more; free; for information, call 563-381-3053. Event Title: Meet & Greet with Santa Claus. Venue: YMCA Camp Abe Lincoln. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM. YMCA Camp Abe Lincoln. For more info visit www.ymcaimv.org.

Children’s Winter Craft Time

held in the Visitor Center auditorium; free; for information, call 563-873-3491. Event Title: Children’s Winter Craft Time. Venue: Effigy Mounds National Monument. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Effigy Mounds National Monument. For more info visit www.nps.gov.

Pre-K Prep Storytime

on Mondays; designed especially to give children access to opportunities that promote school success and build early literacy skills; in addition to stories, songs, and fingerplays, we’ll engage in fun activities that help with letter and number recognition, sight words, counting, colors, and more; best for children ages 3-5; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Pre-K Prep Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Monday, December 15, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Tales for Tots

on Mondays; an enriching activity time for children ages birth through three with an adult caregiver; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Tales for Tots. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Monday, December 15, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Painted Pasta Snowflakes

make a snowflake using different shapes of painted pasta noodles; all supplies will be provided; this is for kids in grades 4-8; free; for information call 309-755-9614. Event Title: Painted Pasta Snowflakes. Venue: East Moline Public Library. Monday, December 15, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. East Moline Pubic Library. For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com.

Middle School Anime Club

watch anime, do a fun craft and talk with your fellow anime fans; with fun learning experiences and awesome anime recommendations to add to your watch list; free; for information, call 309-524-2440. Event Title: Middle School Anime Club. Venue: Moline Public Library. Monday, December 15, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Elf Academy

earn your Elf Certificate with games, crafts and photos with Snow Queen and Snow Sister; enjoy face painting, music by the RiverBend Bronze Handbell Ensemble, and hot chocolate and inflatables in the plaza; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov. Event Title: Elf Academy. Venue: LeClaire Community Library. Monday, December 15, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. LeClaire Community Library. For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov.

Walkers & Wigglers Storytime

on Tuesdays; we’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; stick around afterwards free play for the little ones; all ages welcome, best for children ages 18 months to 4 years; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Walkers & Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Toddler Playgroup

on Tuesdays; join us after storytime for play and socialization for toddlers and preschoolers.; best for children ages 1 to 4 years and their grown-ups; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Toddler Playgroup. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 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, December 16, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown

we will be reading "The Lightning Thief" graphic novel; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Girls Who Code

on Tuesdays; an after-school club for girls in 3rd-8th grade who are interested in learning to code; the club is for beginners to explore coding in a fun and friendly environment; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Girls Who Code. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Gingerbread Houses

be your own architect as you build and decorate your own “gingerbread” house out of graham crackers; all materials provided; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Gingerbread Houses. Venue: Moline Public Library. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Tween the Pages: The Princess Protection Program

a discussion in the book club for patrons ages 8 to 11; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Tween the Pages: The Princess Protection Program. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 5:50 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Read-Aloud Stories with Mr. Haack

stop 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, December 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. LeClaire Community Library. For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov.

Gingerbread Houses

be your own architect as you build and decorate your own “gingerbread” house out of graham crackers; all materials provided; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Gingerbread Houses. Venue: Moline Public Library. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Preschool Storytime

on Wed. & Thu.; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Tween Book Buddies Pick-Up

Book Buddies is a book club for tweens in grades 4-8 and their reading buddy (sibling, parent, friend, etc.) to participate in at home; stop by to pick up a kit which will include a copy of the book, a craft and discussion questions; free; for information call 309-755-9614. Event Title: Tween Book Buddies Pick-Up. Venue: East Moline Public Library. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. East Moline Pubic Library. For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com.

Walkers & Wigglers Storytime

on Wednesdays; we’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; stick around afterwards for free play for the little ones; all ages welcome, best for children ages 18 months to 4 years; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Walkers & Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 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; best for children ages 1 to 4 years and their grown-ups; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Toddler Playgroup. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Petite Picassos @ Southwest Branch

ages 5 & under can use all of their senses with hands on art; we will take care of the mess as they create their masterpieces; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Petite Picassos @ Southwest Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM. Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

After School Kids Lab: Woven Snowflake Ornaments

make a woven snowflake ornament; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: After School Kids Lab: Woven Snowflake Ornaments. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Plug & Play

on Wednesdays; for teens and tweens in grades 6 -12; a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room; play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax; free; for information, call 309-524-2440. Event Title: Plug & Play. Venue: Moline Public Library. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Anime Club: Anime Ornaments

we nerd out over all things Japanese, and this month we’re making some Anime Ornaments while eating ramen and watching anime; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov. Event Title: Anime Club: Anime Ornaments. Venue: LeClaire Community Library. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. LeClaire Community Library. For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov.

Teen Cricut Holiday Craft

join us for a fun craft on the Cricu; free; for information call 309-755-9614. Event Title: Teen Cricut Holiday Craft. Venue: East Moline Public Library. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. East Moline Pubic Library. For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com.

Teen Gaming

on Wednesdays; join us for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that.”); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Kids Anime Club

watch anime, do a fun craft and talk with your fellow anime fans; free; for information, call 309-524-2440. Event Title: Kids Anime Club. Venue: Moline Public Library. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Lapsit Storytime

on Thursdays; a special storytime for babies who are not yet walking and their grown-ups; emphasis will be on interaction between caregivers and babies through music, action, and stories; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Lapsit Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Preschool Storytime

on Wed. & Thu.; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 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, December 18, 2025, 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; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: StoryDance: Move and Groove with Books! Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest

we will be reading "The Lightning Thief" graphic novel; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Teen Gaming

on Thursdays; play your favorite role-playing games with us; whether you're a bard or an orc, there's always an exciting adventure waiting for you; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Teen Library Council

grades 6-12 are needed to give advice and feedback about library programs, materials, and services; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Teen Library Council. Venue: Moline Public Library. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:15 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Tween Gaming

grades 4-8 can enjoy some video games and board games after school at the library; feel free to bring your own games or play with the ones at the library; free; for information call 309-755-9614. Event Title: Tween Gaming. Venue: East Moline Public Library. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. East Moline Pubic Library. For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com.

Tween Role Playing Group

get ready to face your nightmares with Dread; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Tween Role Playing Group. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 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 - Eastern Avenue Branch. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Yoga and Stories

experience your favorite stories, told along with Yoga poses; bring your mat or use one of ours; best for ages 3-10; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Yoga and Stories. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Stories @ Main

on Fridays; jump, shake, and shimmy the sillies; we’ll have stories, songs, and fun; all ages welcome, best for children ages 1 to 5; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Stories @ Main. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch. Friday, December 19, 2025, 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 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, December 19, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Toddler Time

join Miss Ashe for a Storytime adventure followed by a sensory activity aimed towards ages 0-PreK; this month we’ll be having an Arctic-themed storytime and we invite kids to help us rescue and clean arctic animals from a sea of shaving cream; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov. Event Title: Toddler Time. Venue: LeClaire Community Library. Friday, December 19, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM. LeClaire Community Library. For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov.

Gingerbread Beach Houses

join us for a fun, beachy take on gingerbread houses; this program is meant for teens in high school, all supplies will be provided; free; for information call 309-755-9614. Event Title: Gingerbread Beach Houses. Venue: East Moline Public Library. Friday, December 19, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. East Moline Pubic Library. For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com.

Teen Advisory Group

learn about volunteering at the library; at TAG, you will: 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. Friday, December 19, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Teen After Hours Event

we're taking advantage of our extended hours to offer a free evening of snacks and entertainment for teens; join us for retro gaming and pizza in the Teen Space; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Teen After Hours Event. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. Friday, December 19, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Child's Play | Create : Explore : Experience

on Saturdays; a 15-minute storytime complete with books rhymes and songs followed by 30 minutes of imaginative playtime; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Child's Play | Create : Explore : Experience. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Saturday, December 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Winter Wonderland Storytime

ages 3-5 join us for a special winter-themed storytime; we’ll read books, sing songs, and do a fun craft; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Winter Wonderland Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Saturday, December 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Brunch with Santa Paws

bring the family to our winter wonderland to eat a warm meal, decorate cookies with the elves, make crafts and get a photo with Santa Paws; then bundle up to see some of Niabi’s winter animals on a special tour; $25-40, ages 2 & under free; for information, call 309-799-3482. Event Title: Brunch with Santa Paws. Venue: Niabi Zoo. Saturday, December 20, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Niabi Zoo. For more info visit www.niabizoo.com.

Lego Club

on Saturdays; enjoy a morning of free building; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Saturday, December 20, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Teen Leadership Committee

TLC is a group of enthusiastic teenagers collaborating with library staff to enhance services and programs; come and see if this opportunity is right for you; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Teen Leadership Committee. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Saturday, December 20, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Children’s Winter Story Time

held in the Visitor Center auditorium; free; for information, call 563-873-3491. Event Title: Children’s Winter Story Time. Venue: Effigy Mounds National Monument. Monday, December 22, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Effigy Mounds National Monument. For more info visit www.nps.gov.

Pre-K Prep Storytime

on Mondays; designed especially to give children access to opportunities that promote school success and build early literacy skills; in addition to stories, songs, and fingerplays, we’ll engage in fun activities that help with letter and number recognition, sight words, counting, colors, and more; best for children ages 3-5; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Pre-K Prep Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Monday, December 22, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Homeschool Hangout

kids of all ages are welcome to socialize with games and crafts at this homeschool-friendly event; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Homeschool Hangout. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Monday, December 22, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Glow-ga

join us for some glow-in-the-dark yoga fun; we’ll stretch, sing songs, and play yoga games in the dark, illuminated by glow necklaces, black lights, and glow tape; wear white or fluorescent clothing if you want to shine extra bright and don’t forget your yoga mat or towel; this program is best for ages 6-10; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Glow-ga. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Monday, December 22, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Family Trivia Night: Holiday Movies

bring friends and family for a night of free prizes and trivia for all ages; a variety of questions will challenge your popular holiday movie knowledge, from Elf to Home Alone or even The Nightmare Before Christmas; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov. Event Title: Family Trivia Night: Holiday Movies. Venue: LeClaire Community Library. Monday, December 22, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM. LeClaire Community Library. For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov.

Walkers & Wigglers Storytime

on Tuesdays; we’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; stick around afterwards free play for the little ones; all ages welcome, best for children ages 18 months to 4 years; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Walkers & Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Toddler Playgroup

on Tuesdays; join us after storytime for play and socialization for toddlers and preschoolers.; best for children ages 1 to 4 years and their grown-ups; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Toddler Playgroup. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Children’s Winter Craft Time

held in the Visitor Center auditorium; free; for information, call 563-873-3491. Event Title: Children’s Winter Craft Time. Venue: Effigy Mounds National Monument. Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Effigy Mounds National Monument. For more info visit www.nps.gov.

Cat Kid Comic Club

ages 7-11 create and share their own comics, just like Li’l Petey; every comic club we’ll brainstorm some ideas and create new comics; we’ll talk about the stories we’ve created and share our stories over snacks; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Cat Kid Comic Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Girls Who Code

on Tuesdays; an after-school club for girls in 3rd-8th grade who are interested in learning to code; the club is for beginners to explore coding in a fun and friendly environment; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Girls Who Code. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

PJ Storytime: Holiday Trees

celebrate our favorite December decoration with Holiday Tree stories and carols, followed by a take-home craft: Clay Fingerprint Tree Ornaments; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov. Event Title: PJ Storytime: Holiday Trees. Venue: LeClaire Community Library. Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. LeClaire Community Library. For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov.

Yongary, Monster from the Deep

a screening in the All Out Monsters Attack!! series; bring your family and friends every month as we watch a Kaiju movie rated PG-13 or TV/14 equivalent; this program is best for ages 11 and up; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Yongary, Monster from the Deep. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Teen Gaming

on Wednesdays; join us for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that.”); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Stories @ Main

on Fridays; jump, shake, and shimmy the sillies; we’ll have stories, songs, and fun; all ages welcome, best for children ages 1 to 5; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Stories @ Main. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch. Friday, December 26, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Davenport Public Library - Main Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Slugfest

listen to Gordon Korman's audiobook as we work on a simple craft each month; the Audiobook Club is perfect for kids who want to meet new friends, relax, and read together; no book check-out or registration is necessary; this book club is for ages 10-18; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Slugfest. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Friday, December 26, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Franken-Labubu

make your own Labubu using 3D printed pieces and recycled stuffed animals; this program is intended for children 10 and up due to the equipment used; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Franken-Labubu. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Monday, December 29, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Pre-K Prep Storytime

on Mondays; designed especially to give children access to opportunities that promote school success and build early literacy skills; in addition to stories, songs, and fingerplays, we’ll engage in fun activities that help with letter and number recognition, sight words, counting, colors, and more; best for children ages 3-5; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Pre-K Prep Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Monday, December 29, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Walkers & Wigglers Storytime

on Tuesdays; we’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; stick around afterwards free play for the little ones; all ages welcome, best for children ages 18 months to 4 years; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Walkers & Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Tuesday, December 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Toddler Playgroup

on Tuesdays; join us after storytime for play and socialization for toddlers and preschoolers.; best for children ages 1 to 4 years and their grown-ups; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Toddler Playgroup. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Tuesday, December 30, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

KPop Demon Hunters Cat Craft

join us for a fantastic feline craft: make a wall hanging inspired by Derpy from "KPop Demon Hunters"; we'll provide the cardboard head, so come ready to paint; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: KPop Demon Hunters Cat Craft. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. Tuesday, December 30, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

PJ Storytime: Reindeer

explore winter animal friends with reindeer stories and songs, followed by a take-home craft: Reindeer Hot Cocoa Bags; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov. Event Title: PJ Storytime: Reindeer. Venue: LeClaire Community Library. Tuesday, December 30, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. LeClaire Community Library. For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov.

Teen Book + Club: Thieves' Gambit

a discussion of Kayvion Lewis' book that's one of this year's DCSD High School Battle of the Books books; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Teen Book + Club: Thieves' Gambit. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Tuesday, December 30, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Baby Rave

ring in the New Year with a baby dance party; enjoy music, lights, and family fun; best for kids ages 4 and under; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Baby Rave. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Wednesday, December 31, 2025, 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Teen Gaming

on Wednesdays; join us for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that.”); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Wednesday, December 31, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Cozy Hot Chocolate Reading Party presented by the Teen Advisory Board

ages 8-12 start the New Year by hanging out with fellow readers and quietly reading together; bring your own book or borrow one from the library, and we’ll have cocoa to sip; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Cozy Hot Chocolate Reading Party presented by the Teen Advisory Board. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Friday, January 2, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Just Dance Party

kick off our Reading Rave winter reading program by playing Just Dance on the Nintendo Switch; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Just Dance Party. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Saturday, January 3, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Little Movers Storytime

Mondays at 9:30 & 11am; for kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library. Monday, January 5, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Tales for Tots

on Mondays; an enriching activity time for children ages birth through three with an adult caregiver; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Tales for Tots. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Monday, January 5, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Little Movers Storytime

Mondays at 9:30 & 11am; for kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library. Monday, January 5, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Wizarding Club

ages 7-11 can celebrate all things wizarding world; activities will vary, but include trivia, crafts, snacks, and spells; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Wizarding Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Monday, January 5, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Afternoon Block Party

on Tuesdays; we’ll provide a different type of block for participants to build and create with; work cooperatively or alone; this program is for 3-5 year-olds; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Afternoon Block Party. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Kids’ Advisory Board

for ages 7 and 10; KAB members will meet once a month with Ms. Emily and Mr. Joe to talk all things library; members will have the opportunity to share ideas for future children’s programs, make suggestions for items to add to library collections, and participate in service projects like making decorations or bulletin boards; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Kids’ Advisory Board. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Starrytime

we'll be focusing on bedtime stories to help your little ones wind down from their long day; this program is designed for ages 1-5, but all ages are welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Starrytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Preschool Storytime

on Wednesdays; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; weekly themes are presented; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Toddler Tales @ Southwest Branch

ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of books, action rhymes and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Southwest Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch. Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM. Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

After School Kids Lab: DIY Bird Feeders

learn about bird watching and make a bird feeder to hang in your yard; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: After School Kids Lab: DIY Bird Feeders. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Plug & Play

on Wednesdays; teens and tweens in Grades 6 -12 join us for a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room; play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Plug & Play. Venue: Moline Public Library. Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Kids Craft Series

ages 7+ can hang out and learn to make something new; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Kids Craft Series. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Teen Gaming

on Wednesdays; join us for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that.”); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Music & Movement

on Thursdays; a music-based program for kids ages 2 - 5; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Music & Movement. Venue: Moline Public Library. Thursday, January 8, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Preschool Storytime

on Thursdays; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; weekly themes are presented; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, January 8, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Teen Gaming

on Thursdays; play your favorite role-playing games with us; whether you're a bard or an orc, there's always an exciting adventure waiting for you; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, January 8, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Teen Role Playing

on Thursdays; play our favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Teen Role Playing. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, January 8, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Fan Club: Anime Edition

share your fandom love for all things anime and manga, and make new friends; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Fan Club: Anime Edition. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, January 8, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Monster Society Presents: The Monsters of Marvel

or ages 8-12; an elite secret group whose goal is to educate about the things that go bump in the night; your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to first learn about a monster and then execute a craft pertaining to said monster; as always, should you or any of your fellow Society members be caught, the Secretary will disavow any knowledge of your actions; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Monster Society Presents: The Monsters of Marvel. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Thursday, January 8, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Dog Town

a discussion of Katherine Applegate's and Gennifer Choldenko's book with the Big/Little Book Club, a book club for Littles (kids in 3rd-5th grade) and their Bigs (adults or older siblings) to read together; we will discuss the book and do some book-related crafts and activities; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Dog Town. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Thursday, January 8, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Tales for Tots

an enriching activity time for children ages birth through three with an adult caregiver; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Tales for Tots. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, January 8, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Reading Buddies with Central High School

members of Girls Learn International from Central High School will be volunteering at the Eastern Library this Spring as Reading Buddies; they will be available to read stories with families or as listeners for kids who wish to practice their reading; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Reading Buddies with Central High School. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Friday, January 9, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Silent Disco

teens listen to music and dance the night away; you set the volume through a pair of provided headphones, but the same music will play through everyone's headphones; plus, we'll have snacks; all supplies (headphones and music) are provided, but if you want to bring your own headphones and device to listen to your own music, feel free; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Silent Disco. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Friday, January 9, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.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, January 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Lego Club

on Saturdays; enjoy a morning of free building; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Saturday, January 10, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Dog Tales

join us for a pup-themed storytime and hangout 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, January 10, 2026, 2:00 PM – 2:30 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 - Fairmount Street Branch. Saturday, January 10, 2026, 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Little Movers Storytime

Mondays at 9:30 & 11am; for kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library. Monday, January 12, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Polar Bear Tales

join us for a special polar bear storytime; we’ll read books, sing songs, and do a fun craft; best for ages 3-5; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Polar Bear Tales. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Monday, January 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 activity time for children ages birth through three with an adult caregiver; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Tales for Tots. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Monday, January 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Little Movers Storytime

Mondays at 9:30 & 11am; for kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library. Monday, January 12, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Afternoon Block Party

on Tuesdays; we’ll provide a different type of block for participants to build and create with; work cooperatively or alone; this program is for 3-5 year-olds; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Afternoon Block Party. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.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, January 13, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Preschool Storytime

on Wednesdays; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; weekly themes are presented; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Wednesday, January 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Plug & Play

on Wednesdays; teens and tweens in Grades 6 -12 join us for a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room; play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Plug & Play. Venue: Moline Public Library. Wednesday, January 14, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Teen Gaming

on Wednesdays; join us for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that.”); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Wednesday, January 14, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Music & Movement

on Thursdays; a music-based program for kids ages 2 - 5; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Music & Movement. Venue: Moline Public Library. Thursday, January 15, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Preschool Storytime

on Thursdays; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; weekly themes are presented; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, January 15, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Teen Gaming

on Thursdays; play your favorite role-playing games with us; whether you're a bard or an orc, there's always an exciting adventure waiting for you; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, January 15, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Teen Library Council

grades 6-12 are needed to give advice and feedback about library programs, materials, and services; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Teen Library Council. Venue: Moline Public Library. Thursday, January 15, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:15 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Teen Role Playing

on Thursdays; play our favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Teen Role Playing. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, January 15, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Teen Advisory Group

learn about volunteering at the library; at TAG, you will: 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. Friday, January 16, 2026, 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Child's Play | Create : Explore : Experience

on Saturdays; a 15-minute storytime complete with books rhymes and songs followed by 30 minutes of imaginative playtime; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Child's Play | Create : Explore : Experience. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Saturday, January 17, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Lego Club

on Saturdays; enjoy a morning of free building; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Saturday, January 17, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Kids Book Club

discuss a new book and do activities related to the book once a month; pick up your free book at the Youth Desk; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Kids Book Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Saturday, January 17, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Little Movers Storytime

Mondays at 9:30 & 11am; for kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library. Monday, January 19, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Tales for Tots

on Mondays; an enriching activity time for children ages birth through three with an adult caregiver; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Tales for Tots. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Monday, January 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Little Movers Storytime

Mondays at 9:30 & 11am; for kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library. Monday, January 19, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Afternoon Block Party

on Tuesdays; we’ll provide a different type of block for participants to build and create with; work cooperatively or alone; this program is for 3-5 year-olds; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Afternoon Block Party. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Tween the Pages: Ant Story: A Graphic Novel

a discussion in the book club for patrons ages 8 to 11; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Tween the Pages: Ant Story: A Graphic Novel. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 5:00 PM – 5:50 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Preschool Storytime

on Wednesdays; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; weekly themes are presented; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Plug & Play

on Wednesdays; teens and tweens in Grades 6 -12 join us for a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room; play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Plug & Play. Venue: Moline Public Library. Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Kids Craft Series

ages 7+ can hang out and learn to make something new; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Kids Craft Series. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Teen Gaming

on Wednesdays; join us for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that.”); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Music & Movement

on Thursdays; a music-based program for kids ages 2 - 5; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Music & Movement. Venue: Moline Public Library. Thursday, January 22, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Preschool Storytime

on Thursdays; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; weekly themes are presented; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, January 22, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Teen Gaming

on Thursdays; play your favorite role-playing games with us; whether you're a bard or an orc, there's always an exciting adventure waiting for you; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, January 22, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Teen Role Playing

on Thursdays; play our favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Teen Role Playing. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, January 22, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Tales for Tots

an enriching activity time for children ages birth through three with an adult caregiver; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Tales for Tots. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, January 22, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.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, January 24, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Lego Club

on Saturdays; enjoy a morning of free building; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Saturday, January 24, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Little Movers Storytime

Mondays at 9:30 & 11am; for kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library. Monday, January 26, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Tales for Tots

on Mondays; an enriching activity time for children ages birth through three with an adult caregiver; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Tales for Tots. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Monday, January 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Little Movers Storytime

Mondays at 9:30 & 11am; for kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library. Monday, January 26, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Afternoon Block Party

on Tuesdays; we’ll provide a different type of block for participants to build and create with; work cooperatively or alone; this program is for 3-5 year-olds; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Afternoon Block Party. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Cat Kid Comic Club

ages 7-11 create and share their own comics, just like Li’l Petey; every comic club we’ll brainstorm some ideas and create new comics; we’ll talk about the stories we’ve created and share our stories over snacks; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Cat Kid Comic Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Godzilla and Mothra

a screening in the All Out Monsters Attack!! series; bring your family and friends every month as we watch a Kaiju movie rated PG-13 or TV/14 equivalent; this program is best for ages 11 and up; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Godzilla and Mothra. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Preschool Storytime

on Wednesdays; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; weekly themes are presented; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Plug & Play

on Wednesdays; teens and tweens in Grades 6 -12 join us for a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room; play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Plug & Play. Venue: Moline Public Library. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Teen Gaming

on Wednesdays; join us for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that.”); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Music & Movement

on Thursdays; a music-based program for kids ages 2 - 5; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Music & Movement. Venue: Moline Public Library. Thursday, January 29, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Preschool Storytime

on Thursdays; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; weekly themes are presented; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, January 29, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Teen Gaming

on Thursdays; play your favorite role-playing games with us; whether you're a bard or an orc, there's always an exciting adventure waiting for you; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, January 29, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Teen Role Playing

on Thursdays; play our favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Teen Role Playing. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, January 29, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.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, January 31, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Lego Club

on Saturdays; enjoy a morning of free building; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Saturday, January 31, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Little Movers Storytime

Mondays at 9:30 & 11am; for kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library. Monday, February 2, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Tales for Tots

on Mondays; an enriching activity time for children ages birth through three with an adult caregiver; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Tales for Tots. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Monday, February 2, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Little Movers Storytime

Mondays at 9:30 & 11am; for kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library. Monday, February 2, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Wizarding Club

ages 7-11 can celebrate all things wizarding world; activities will vary, but include trivia, crafts, snacks, and spells; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Wizarding Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Monday, February 2, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.