The Bettendorf Public Library’s Community Connections is kicking off a new season of events that focus on local history, interests, and people. The first program in this year’s series will be held on Thursday, September 29th at 1:30 PM and will provide a timely look at Oktoberfest with the German American Heritage Center and Museum’s Kelly Lao. Community Connections is held at the Bettendorf Public Library located on 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf. Oktoberfest has become the largest German festival worldwide. The German Heritage Center and Museum’s mission is to “preserve and... Read More

The Quad Cities’ 2020 was filled with the pandemic, protests, the derecho, and much more. On Monday, September 26 at 7:00 PM, the Bettendorf Public Library and Midwest Writing Center will take a look back with a panel event of three local authors who are included in the anthology “These Interesting Times: Surviving 2020 in the Quad Cities.” The live event will be held at the Bettendorf Public Library located at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf. No registration is required to attend for in person attendance. The event is also open to virtual remote attendance. Registration for virtual... Read More

The Creation Studio at the Bettendorf Public Library is meant to be hub for creative exploration. On Saturday, September 17th at 1:00 PM the Bettendorf Public Library will offer community members a hands-on exploration of fiber arts. Creation Studio Workshop: Beginning Knitting is a limited sized class open to teens through adults. Registration is required for this free workshop and can be made at http://events.bettendorflibrary.com/event/6850135 or by calling the Library at 563-344-4175. The workshop will be held in the Creation Studio of the Bettendorf Public Library located at 2950 Learning... Read More

The Bettendorf Public Library’s Community Connections is kicking off a new season of events that focus on local history, interests, and people. The first program in this year’s series will be held on Thursday, September 29th at 1:30 PM and will provide a timely look at Oktoberfest with the German American Heritage Center and Museum’s Kelly Lao. Community Connections is held at the Bettendorf Public Library located on 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf. Oktoberfest has become the largest German festival worldwide. The German Heritage Center and Museum’s mission is to “preserve and... Read More

The Bettendorf Public Library’s Brown Bag Lunch concert series is returning to a live format, kicking off the season on Friday, September 23rd at 12:00 p.m. with a 45-minute music performance. Brown Bag Lunch offers community members of all ages to bring a meal to enjoy alongside a free concert. The September event will feature singer, songwriter Lewis Knudsen playing in a variety of styles. The concert takes place at the Bettendorf Public Library located at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf. No registration is required to attend. Lewis Knudsen is a well-traveled and seasoned artist whose... Read More

Looking for fun in Illinois and Iowa this week? It’s Sunday, and QuadCities.com proudly presents Fun10, a list of the top 10 things to do in the Quad Cities this week, and every week! Every Sunday, we drop a new Fun10, to give you a head start on your week and a heads up on what’s going on over the coming seven days. Check out Fun10 every Sunday for the details on ten awesome events happening around town. It’s a cool read, and a great way to get started planning your entertainment for the week. Fun10 — ten ways for you to have fun in the Quad-Cities, this week and every week, running every... Read More

The Creation Studio at the Bettendorf Public Library is meant to be hub for creative exploration. On Saturday, September 17th at 1:00 PM the Bettendorf Public Library will offer community members a hands-on exploration of fiber arts. Creation Studio Workshop: Beginning Knitting is a limited sized class open to teens through adults. Registration is required for this free workshop and can be made at http://events.bettendorflibrary.com/event/6850135 or by calling the Library at 563-344-4175. The workshop will be held in the Creation Studio of the Bettendorf Public Library located at 2950 Learning... Read More

The Bettendorf Public Library will be adopting new hours as a part of its fall schedule change. Along with opening on Sundays, the following operating hours will begin after Labor Day on Tuesday. September 6th and be in effect until Memorial Day 2023. Monday – Thursday:   9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Friday & Saturday:      9:00 AM – 5:30 PM Sunday:                          1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Located at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf, the Bettendorf Public Library is committed to “providing access to information and ideas for all.” As an accompaniment to... Read More

The always-popular Bettendorf Public Library book clubs are set to begin a new round of titles this September. The monthly book discussion groups endeavor to spread the joy of reading by engaging in conversation over great titles. Each book discussion group is open to the public and does not require registration. Free copies of the title for the next discussion are available while supplies last at the Information Desk of the Bettendorf Public Library located at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf. Participants can attend all or any of the discussions of their choosing. Each discussion group... Read More

The Bettendorf Learning Campus is happy to announce the return of its annual Discovery Fair on Saturday, August 20th. The Learning Campus is comprised of the Bettendorf Public Library, Family Museum, and Faye’s Field all located in the 2900 block of Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf. This festival of family fun and exploration will take place at all three locations across the Campus from 10:00 AM. – 3:00 PM. This year’s Discovery Fair is presented by the Bettendorf Public Library Foundation through sponsorship of Title Sponsors HNI, Iowa American Water, Lane & Waterman LLP, DuTrac... Read More