On Thursday, January 26th at 7:00 PM, the Bettendorf Public Library will host a musical performance by Quad City Arts Visiting Artists Skye Consort and Emma Björling. The four-person band performs trans-Atlantic arrangements of songs from Sweden, Norway, Ireland, Scotland, England, Québec, Acadia, and the United States alongside their original compositions. The program will be held at the Bettendorf Public Library located at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. Registration is not required to attend this free event. Each musician in Skye Consort and Emma Björling brings their own musical interpretation... Read More

The Bettendorf Public Library is hosting an expert-led class on Thursday, February 9th at 6:00 PM. The Creation Studio Workshop: String Art will be led by Maria Mathews of High Strung by 3M. The program is open to participant ages 16 through adult and will be held at the Bettendorf Public Library located at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf. Registration is required to participant in this free workshop and can be made at https://events.bettendorflibrary.com/event/7806428 or by contacting the Library at 563-344-4175. Mindy Mathews, of High Strung by 3M started her art form as a hobby and now... Read More

On Thursday, January 26th at 7:00 PM, the Bettendorf Public Library will host a musical performance by Quad City Arts Visiting Artists Skye Consort and Emma Björling. The four-person band performs trans-Atlantic arrangements of songs from Sweden, Norway, Ireland, Scotland, England, Québec, Acadia, and the United States alongside their original compositions. The program will be held at the Bettendorf Public Library located at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. Registration is not required to attend this free event. Each musician in Skye Consort and Emma Björling brings their own musical interpretation... Read More

The Bettendorf Public Library’s Community Connections program on Friday, February 3rd at 2:00 PM might make attendees shiver, though not from the cold. Michael McCarty will present “Ghost Kisses: The Fascinating Paranormal History of the QCs.” The free program will be held at the Bettendorf Public Library located at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf and no registration is required to attend. A five-time Bram Stoker Finalist and David R. Collins Literary Achievement Award winner, Michael McCarty is the Amazon bestselling author of Ghosts of the Quad Cities and Eerie Quad Cities along... Read More

The Bettendorf Public Library hosts a monthly, free concert where music lovers can enjoy a live performance alongside their lunch. The next date for the aptly named Brown Bag Lunch is on Friday, January 20th at 12:00 PM. The event is held at the Library which is located at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf and will feature local artist Liv Carrow. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring a sack lunch to enjoy during the concert. Free coffee and water will also be available. Liv Carrow’s music is described as introspective with a clear direct voice and captivating style. Currently based in Davenport,... Read More

The Bettendorf Public Library is hosting free musical programs designed to introduce listeners to the beauty of classical singing. From January through May, Opera Quad Cities will be offering monthly introductory experiences with classical singing. On Thursday, January 12th at 7:00 PM, the series kicks off with “Operatic Comedy” and will guide attendees through the context and poetry of opera and art songs. Registration is not required for this free program which will be held at the Bettendorf Public Library located at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf.  The mission of Opera Quad Cities... Read More

Stay at home vacationers and retirees will not want to miss the Bettendorf Public Library’s Community Connections event on Thursday, January 19th at 1:30 PM. The program will feature veteran journalist Jonathan Turner as a knowledgeable and friendly guide to all that is great about the Quad Cities. Mr. Turner will be discussing his new book “100 Things to Do in the Quad Cities Before You Die” at the event which will be held at the Bettendorf Public Library located at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf. Community Connections is a monthly program series that highlights local interests and... Read More

The Christmas season is filled with a rich history of traditions. Throughout December, the Bettendorf Public Library is hosting a virtual edition of their monthly Community Connections series titled, “’Twas the Night Before Christmas: American Christmas Traditions with Martina Mathisen” The limited-time viewing opportunity will be available starting on December 1st and running through the 31st on the Bettendorf Public Library’s website at http://events.bettendorflibrary.com/event/7422519. Living history performer Martina Mathisen’s presentation will cover the fascinating real-life... Read More

Located on the second floor of the Bettendorf Public Library, the Creation Studio is the perfect place for all types of makers to explore and create with new tools. The Bettendorf Public Library is hosting two workshops in December with a focus on the computer-controlled cutting machines available for use the Creation Studio. Both free events are for makers aged 16 and up. Registration is required to attend and class size is limited. The Bettendorf Public Library is located at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf. Creation Studio Tools Training: Cricut Maker will be held on Tuesday, December... Read More

On Thursday, November 17th at 1:30 PM, Bettendorf author Tom Miller will present a special edition of Community Connections titled the “Class of 1964.” Mr. Miller’s presentation will review post-World War II history and the events that shaped the Baby Boom generation. His new novel, “A Place to Rest” takes place during the Baby Boom years (1946-1964) and Mr. Miller will be using excerpts from the book to illustrate points in the presentation. This free event will be held at the Bettendorf Public Library located at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf. No registration is required to... Read More