BETTENDORF, IOWA – September 26, 2023 – The Bettendorf Public Library will be offering a Creation Studio Workshop: Watercolors on Monday, October 9th at 6:30 PM. Glenn Boyles of the Family Museum will lead participants in the basics of watercolor painting. The free workshop is designed for persons aged 16 and up. Registration is required and can be made at https://www.bettendorflibrary.com/event/9097656 or by calling the library at 563-344-4175. Creation Studio Workshops are made possible through sponsorship from The Bettendorf Public Library Foundation and Quad City Bank & Trust. The... Read More

The theme for this summer at the Bettendorf Public Library is “Find Your Voice.” On Tuesday, June 20th at 6:30 PM the Library is teaming up with NAMI Greater Mississippi Valley to offer a journaling workshop in expressing one’s voice in support of personal mental health. Journaling for Mental Health will be held at the Bettendorf Public Library located at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf. The workshop for adults will be taught by author and publisher Jodie Toohey along with NAMI staff and offer tips and inspiration for journaling. Registration is required and can be made... Read More

Bettendorf Public Library cardholders have free, exclusive access to a Creativebug subscription. On Saturday, March 18th, the Creation Studio of the Bettendorf Public Library is hosting a Creativebug craft-along session on etching glass. This free event is open to persons aged 16 and up. Registration is required and can be made at https://events.bettendorflibrary.com/event/7808033, in person at the library, or by calling 563-344-4175. After watching the Creativebug instructional video, participants will be able to try their hand at glass etching.  Glass will be provided, but attendees can also... Read More