Creation Studio Drop-Ins
Mondays, 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
All ages can stop by and make crafts and projects in The Creation Studio.

October 2: Zentangle
October 9: Pom Pom Pumpkins
October 16: Korean Paper Fans , supported by Bettendorf Public Library Foundation
October 23: Kinetic Yarn Rope
October 30: Korean Ddakji Game , supported by Bettendorf Public Library Foundation
November 6: Map Magnets
November 13: Holiday crafts with Lynn from the Figge
November 20: Ink Prints
November 27: Yarn Butterflies
Saturday, November 11, 2017, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Grab your hammer and get creative! Join us as Shawna Fibikar of Strung By Shawna walks us through the creation of a beautiful string art piece. We will make 8"x10" Iowa mini-boards. Wood, nails, and yarn will be provided, but participants are asked to bring their own hammer. Registration for this free class is limited and starts October 14. This program is funded by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.
Korean Alphabet - Hangeul Writing
Saturday, October 7, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Come to the Library to have Korean alphabet expert Younghee Steenhoek write their names using the Korean alphabet (Hangeul). This program is part of Global Gathering Korea and is sponsored by the Bettendorf Public Library Foundation.
Tae Kwon Do Demonstration
Saturday, October 28, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Students from Chung Kim's Black Belt Academy will demonstrate the Korean martial art of Tae Kwon Do. This program will include demonstration of Tae Kwon Do forms, and techniques, and martial arts students breaking boards! This program is part of Global Gathering Korea. Global Gathering Korea is sponsored by the Bettendorf Public Library Foundation.
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Storytimes are filled with stories, songs, rhymes, exercises, parenting tips, and more!
Preschool Storytime
Mondays, 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
For children ages 3 to 5
Preschool storytime will not meet on Friday, November 24.

Tales for Tots
Mondays, 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m
For children ages birth to 3 and a caregiver.

Yoga and Stories
Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join us and experience your favorite stories told with yoga poses and demonstrated by certified yoga instructors. Recommended for ages 3 through 10 years old. Be ready to join in the fun! Parents are welcome too! Yoga and Stories will not meet on Wednesday, November 22.
Sign up for a book discussion group! Story Travelers is a book discussion group best suited for grades 2-4. Book Explorers Junior is best suited for grades 4-6. Pick up the book at the Youth Services desk and read it before the book discussion. Registration is required.
Saturday, October 7, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Saturday, October 28, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Saturday, November 4, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
After School Kids Lab
Wednesdays, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
This is an opportunity for school-age kids to have fun on early-out Wednesdays. This program will alternate between making crafts, doing science experiments, playing games, and learning new skills. Drop in any time between 3:00 pm and 4:00 pm to create, have fun, or explore something new! No registration required. After School Kids Lab will not meet on Wednesday, November 22.
Reading Assistance Dogs
Thursdays, October 5 and November 2, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Children have the opportunity to read aloud to dogs from Quad City Canines. This is great practice for kids and helps them build their vocabulary and build self-confidence. No registration is required.
Child’s Play | Create: Explore: Experience
Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

This is a weekly opportunity for kids to explore their creative side. Rotating programs may include components of traditional storytimes, active movement and rhythm with music and dance, and simple crafts. The program is best suited for preschool age children but we will happily welcome all who wish to join us. No registration required. Child's Play will not meet on Saturday, November 25.
Lego Club
Saturdays, October 21 and November 18, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Come enjoy a morning of free-building with Lego blocks.
Young Adult Tabletop Roleplaying
Tuesday, 3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Interested in Dungeons and Dragons or the Pathfinder roleplaying game? Then come out each Tuesday and Thursday to see what adventures are brewing up at Bettendorf Public Library. Campaign spots fill up fast, so talk to Jesse or John for more information. Rather run your own adventure? We can help you out there as well.
Magic: The Gathering Club
Wednesdays, 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Stop by to play Magic or Pokemon trading card games, or chat about D&D, Pathfinder, watch some anime or play some board games. This is your time to be as nerdy as you need to be! Magic: The Gathering Club will not meet on Wednesday, November 22.
Teen Read Week
October 8 through the 14

Celebrate Teen Read Week, October 8 th – 14 th, by participating in the annual Teen reading Challenge. Bettendorf Public Library will compete against other Quad City Area public libraries in a reading challenge. What is a reading challenge? It is just like our summer or winter reading programs but each library will try to have the most minutes read by their team members. Want to join Team Bettendorf? Just pick up a reading log at the Youth Services Desk or in the Quad starting in October. Then record the minutes you read during October 1 st through October 21 st. Once you are done please return your log to the Youth Services Desk and receive an invitation to the exclusive Teen Reading Challenge Wrap-Up party. This year the party will be held on 6:00 p.m., Friday October 27 th at The Fairmount Branch of Davenport Public Library (3000 N. Fairmount Street Davenport, IA 52804). There will be crafts, video games, and a glow-in-the-dark dance party! And remember everyone who finishes the reading log will be entered into drawings for gift cards that range from $5 to $15. So unleash your story and help Bettendorf Public Library win the Teen Reading Challenge.
Monday, October 9, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, October 10, noon - 1:00 p.m.

Do you like instant noodles? Why not try instant noodles from South Korea! There will be spicy and savory ramyun to try. Registration is required. This program is part of Global Gathering Korea and is sponsored by the Bettendorf Public Library Foundation.
Chess Club Exploration
Saturday, October 21, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Are you interested in chess? Would you like to play chess with your peer group? If so please come out and help us explore how Bettendorf Public Library can meet your chess needs. We'll have chess boards, and chess related books available. Most of all we will have feedback forms for you to share your opinions on all things chess related.
Saturday, November 4, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Applying and interviewing for a first time job can be an intimidating experience. What do you need? What do you wear? What do you say? How do you behave? These questions and more will be answered in this two hour session. We will have an experienced human resources director on hand to take us through the application and interview process. Registration is required.
 
Casual Coffee with All Iowa Reads Author Michelle Hoover
Wednesday, October 18, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Michelle Hoover, author of the All Iowa Reads title, Bottomland, will join us for coffee and doughnuts and conversation! This program is funded by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.
Read Local: E. D. Martin
Wednesday, October 11, 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

E.D. Martin is a writer with a knack for finding new jobs in new places. She draws on her experiences to tell the stories of those around her, with a generous heaping of "what if" thrown in. She'll be reading from her short story collection The Futility of Loving a Soldier, which explores the physical and psychological effects of combat, both on those who serve and those back home. Read Local is a partnership between the Bettendorf Public Library and the Midwest Writing Center.
Get Lit
A book discussion for adventurous souls. Held at Coffee Hound (3451 Devils Glen Road, Bettendorf). Supported by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.

Tuesday, October 10, 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
This program is part of Global Gathering Korea and is sponsored by the Bettendorf Public Library Foundation.

Tuesday, November 14, 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
This program is supported by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.
Mystery Book Discussion

Saturday, October 14, 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Facilitated by Connie Ghinazzi, Research Librarian and Outreach Coordinator for Tredway Library, Augustana College. This program is part of Global Gathering Korea and is sponsored by the Bettendorf Public Library Foundation.

Saturday, November 11, 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Facilitated by Mystery Book Discussion Group member Janette Manion. This program is funded by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.
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Contemporary Books

Wednesday, October 18, 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Facilitated by Dr. Emily Kingery, St. Ambrose University English Department. This program is part of Global Gathering Korea and is sponsored by the Bettendorf Public Library Foundation.

Wednesday, October 18, 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Facilitated by Dr. Duk Kim, Director of International Studies, St. Ambrose University. This program is part of Global Gathering Korea and is sponsored by the Bettendorf Public Library Foundation.

Wednesday, November 15, noon - 1:30 p.m.

Facilitated by St. Ambrose University Professor Marian Lee.

Wednesday, November 15, 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Facilitated by Dr. Everett Hamner, Associate Professor of English, Western Illinois University. This program is supported by the Bettendorf Public Library Foundation.
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Trax from the Stax
Trax from the Stax attendees can expect to hear music, stories, and information about the artist or musical style being presented. 

K-Pop presented by Juno Lee
Thursday, October 19, 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Join us as Juno Lee, K-Pop music producer from South Korea, leads a presentation on K-Pop via Skype. This will be a rare opportunity to hear from someone in the K-Pop music business. This program is part of Global Gathering Korea and is sponsored by the Bettendorf Public Library Foundation.

Modern Americana
Thursday, November 16, 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Bethann Heidgerken is thrilled to share her musical roots in Americana. Bethann is a singer/songwriter whose own compositions are heavily influenced by Americana music. The modern reemergence of this blended genre that incorporates country, folk, and blues will be discussed. Artists such as Gillian Welch, Allison Kraus, and The Punch Brothers will be explored, and Bethann will play some of her favorites on guitar and ukulele. This program is funded by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.
Brown Bag Lunch
Attendees can bring their own lunch to enjoy during the concert. Beverages will be provided. Brown Bag Lunch is supported by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.

Lewis Knudsen
Friday, October 27, noon - 12:45 p.m.

Tony Hoeppner
Friday, November 17, noon - 12:45 p.m.
Computer Tutors
by appointment

Do you need help downloading an eBook from OverDrive? Are you trying to figure out how to attach a photo to your email? Would you like to find a template for writing a resume? Book a one-hour session with a Computer Tutor! These one-on-one sessions are available day and night and can be scheduled by calling the Information Desk at 563-344-4179.
Medicare Q&A with SHIIP
Wednesdays, October 4 and November 1, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Get information and answers to your Medicare questions from a counselor with SHIIP (Senior Health Insurance Information Program). Individual appointments can also be scheduled by calling the SHIIP office at 563-421-1096.
Korean Alphabet Hangeul Presentation
Saturday, October 7, 11:00 a.m. - noon

Learn the history and significance of Hangeul (the Korean alphabet). Hangeul expert Younghee Steenhoek will also demonstrate writing. This program is part of Global Gathering Korea and is sponsored by the Bettendorf Public Library Foundation.
Saturday, October 14, 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Join local resident Chung Sil Hong for a demonstration of how to cook the traditional Korean dish beef bulgogi and also have a chance to sample varieties of kimchi. Registration is required and limited. We'll be meeting at Bettendorf High School, 3333 18th St., Bettendorf. Registration is required. This program is part of Global Gathering Korea and is sponsored by the Bettendorf Public Library Foundation.
World Affairs Council: Across the 38th and Back Again: Iowans in the Korean War
Tuesday, October 24, 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Christopher J. Shackelford, Historical Content Developer, Sullivan Brothers Iowa Veterans Museum, highlights Iowan's involvment in the Korean War. This program is part of Global Gathering Korea and is sponsored by the Bettendorf Public Library Foundation.
Community Connections: Korea Travelogue
Monday, October 30, 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Dr. Duk Kim of St. Ambrose University and some of his students will present a travelogue of their recent visit to Korea. Community Connections is a new program series for all ages that focuses on QCA interests, history, and people. This program is part of Global Gathering Korea and is sponsored by the Bettendorf Public Library Foundation.
Genesis Health Care Navigators
Mondays, November 6 through December 11, 9:00 a.m. - noon

Genesis Health Care Navigators will be available to offer assistance to those needing to sign up for health insurance using the health exchange.
Community Connections: Rock Island Paranormal
Tuesday, November 16, 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Rock Island Paranormal will present on local paranormal investigations they have conducted, including a look at the equipment they use and some of the evidence they have collected. This program is funded by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.
World Affairs Council: The Refugee Journey
Tuesday, November 21. 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Join Amy Powell, Director of World Relief Moline, the only refugee resettlement agency in the Quad Cities, to learn about the history of refugees, the journey refugees travel, and how the resettlement program assists individuals from around the world that have faced persecution from countries they were born. This program is co-sponsored by the Bettendorf Public Library and the World Affairs Council.
October
Throughout October, display areas in all parts of the Library will continue highlighting various Korean objects and artifacts for Global Gathering Korea.
 
November
In November, the Adult Services Display Case on the 1 st floor will have a collection from Dennis Love and the Mobile Aviation Historical Exhibits in honor of Veterans Day.
The Library will be open 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22.

The Library will be closed on Thursday, November 23, and will reopen on Friday, November 24.
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