The Bettendorf Public Library’s wildly popular Summer Concert Series is back from its hiatus and is returning to Faye’s Field on Thursday nights at 6:30 PM. Faye’s Field is located just south of the Library on 18th St in Bettendorf. These free concerts will take place every Thursday from June 2nd through August 11th and will be held come rain, shine or oppressive heat. In case of inclement weather, the backup location will be inside the Library at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in the Bettendorf Room. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets and are welcome to bring food and... Read More

Tryouts for 2023 Bettendorf Baseball Club (BBC) weekend tournament teams at 8-under, 9-under and 10-under are Sunday, June 26 at the Crow Creek Park 4-Plex. The tryout sessions are Noon-2 p.m. for 8-under, 2-4 p.m. for 9-under and 4-6 p.m. for 10-under. The tryouts are conducted by the Bettendorf High School baseball coaching staff and players. Plan to report to the 4-Plex 30 minutes prior to your tryout session. To qualify for any of those teams, players cannot be older than the age listed (8-under, 9-under or 10-under) as of May 1, 2023. Tryouts for the four oldest teams (11-under... Read More

Food Truck Fight® is making its debut in Downtown Bettendorf on June 18, 2022! Walk, bike, boat, drive… however you get here, we’ll have over a dozen food trucks from all over the region for you to try. With fun activities for the whole family, you can make an entire day of it! How it works: Enter the event via General Admission the day of the event or our presale VIP option. Each truck will have a $3 sample item in addition to their full menu for that day to purchase. Additionally, we’ll have a fully stocked beverage tent. You buy your food & drink, and we’ll provide the entertainment... Read More

It’s chaos! It’s out of control! It’s Lord of the Flies!!! If you’ve been paying attention to local media at all over the past month or two, you’ve undoubtedly gotten wrapped up in the hysterical coverage of Bettendorf Middle School. It all began when a group of parents went to a school board meeting to complain about the behavior of some students at BMS who were bullying other kids, teachers and staff. Now, I know this may come as a stunning shock to you. “Bullying in a middle school, Sean? Pre-pubescent and early pubescent kids who have some behavioral issues???... Read More

Now that school is out summer soccer is ready to kick off! Please see below for the various opportunities available throughout the summer months   Camps (Daytime Soccer Camps) We are hosting several soccer camps this summer for ages 5U-19U with our Summer Kick Off camp starting next week! Registration and more information can be found at https://www.pldsports.org/summer-camp-series Elite Soccer Training and Fitness (Evening Program) For the more committed player looking to improve their technical and tactical skills as well as their soccer fitness and agility in a very demanding environment,... Read More

Born Learning Academies will be held June 20-Aug. 1 at the Family Museum in Bettendorf! United Way is working with the Bettendorf Family Museum to offer Board Learning Academies. A series of 6 free parent workshops to help parents prepare their children from birth to 5 years of age for success in school. Learn more  Read More

X-Plosion 14U Bombers battled the rain, the heat, and some great opponents to finish last weekend 6-0 and claimed the 2022 14C Iowa State Title. There were plenty of contributions at key moments on both offense and defense by every member of the team. Way to go girls!! For more info on the team, and the club, click here.  Read More

Bettendorf High School Show Choir Presents Little Bulldog Show Choir Camp – June 13-14 Bettendorf students entering 4th – 9th grade are invited to sign up for Little Bulldogs Show Choir Camp June 13-14. Proceeds benefit the BHS Fine Arts. Looking to register? Click on this Registration link  Read More

Just a few more days of school remaining! What is your athlete doing this summer to become faster, stronger, and more durable? If you have not signed your athlete(s) up for one of our Athlete U Summer Camps, NOW is the time to do so! We will have 3 different camp options this summer to better fit what goals are in mind for your athlete(s). Wanting to learn proper lifting techniques, weight room etiquette, improve body mechanics?! Sign up for our Strength Camp! Looking to improve your vertical leap and develop lower body stability and strength?! Our performance camp is the camp to choose! Have... Read More

Bettendorf High School Associate Principal Kristy Cleppe was recently selected as the new high school principal beginning with the 2022-2023 school year, pending board approval. “Kristy has proven herself to be an excellent administrator with vision and passion for supporting all students and staff,” said Dr. Michelle Morse, Superintendent. “We are excited to have someone we can move into such an important position in the district. She is excited to continue her work with students, staff and families in preparing students for success after high school.” Cleppe has strength in building... Read More