BETTENDORF, IOWA – September 27, 2023 – Those looking for a taste of October-themed thrills will want to stop into the Bettendorf Public Library located at 2950 Learning Campus in Bettendorf. Three opportunities to listen to spine-tingling stories will take place in October. These three programs are all free and do not require registration. Friday, October 27th at 2:00 PM – Spooky Stories for Kids: Children in 3rd grade and older are invited to listen to spooky and sometimes hilarious stories around the faux campfire with Librarian, Miss Christine. Tuesday, October 31st at 2:00 PM –... Read More

Join the Davenport Parks and Recreation department for a Not-so-Haunted Fejervary experience this Saturday Oct 24 from 12 – 5 p.m. at Fejervary Park (1800 W 12th Street Davenport). Not-so-haunted Fejervary is an immersive and contact-free drive-thru Halloween experience. With all of the holiday hi-jinx, while still maintaining safe social distancing. Not-so-haunted Fejervary allows guests to drive their cars past family-friendly scenes throughout Fejervary Park during the daytime. In this not-so-haunted adventure, families will journey through an enchanted forest where they‘ll meet their favorite... Read More

A spooky escape game full of local haunts makes for a timely addition to the Rock Island Public Library’s programming treats for October. Escape rooms are a fun way to try creative problem solving with family and friends. Ages 12 and up can sign up now to take on the Library’s Haunted Escape Room game on Tuesday, October 22. Participants will take on the role of a ghost hunter, and attempt to unlock the mystery of the haunted library in just 30 minutes.  Not all ghosts are friendly, so there may be obstacles to your escape! The free event is offered from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at the Rock Island... Read More

Monsters are invading the Family Museum! Enjoy favorite activities like pumpkin painting, glow room activities, PLUS new activities: Mini Monster Mittens, FrankenScience, a monster zoo, Monsters Inc. inspired performances by the Family Museum Dance Company, and much more! Sunday, October 20, 2019, 12:00 – 5:00 pm. $9 for general admission; Family Museum members are free. First Floor Activities: • Haunted Hopscotch (Outside-Front): Make your feet match the monster’s tracks by jumping, twisting, and hopping your way into the Museum. • Floating Monsters (Great Hall) See for yourself…you’ll... Read More

The Moline Public Library will host the following family-friendly programs during the Halloween season. On Tuesday, October 25, at 6:30 pm, the entire family is invited to attend the Library’s Halloween Spooktacular.  Entertainer Dave Rudolf will offer a variety of fun games, stories and music to raise the hair on your funny bone.  Kids of all ages are encouraged to come in costume and join Dave on stage. On Wednesday, October 26 from 6-7 pm and Thursday, October 27 from 10-11 am,  the Library will hold its annual Preschool Halloween Party.  Geared for ages 3 – 5, kids are encouraged to... Read More