Attendees can bring their own lunch to enjoy during the concert. Beverages will be provided. Brown Bag Lunch performances are funded by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.


Friday, February 21, 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.

Local folk musician Marc Hans Showalter has performed and recorded original music for the last 20 years. He sings gentle little folk songs for these fast paced times.

Friday, March 20, 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.

Harpist Emily Wren Baxter will perform a variety of French pieces, showcasing the versatility of the modern harp. Emily Wren Baxter, a graduate of Roosevelt University’s Chicago Conservatory for the Performing Arts, has played with the Quad City Symphony, the Chicago Composers Orchestra, the Wicker Park Choral Singers, and other new music ensembles.
Mondays, 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
All ages welcome. No registration required. Supported by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.

February 3: Paper Fortune Cookies
February 10: Striped Origami Heart Garland
February 17: Paint By Stickers
February 24: Thermoconductive Slime
March 2: Cactus Pet Rocks
March 9: Yarn Monsters
March 16: Paper Bird Beaks
March 23: Fun with the Figge
March 30: Duct Tape Wallet & Purses
In this film series, we’re exploring movie genres: the musical, the western, and film noir. We’re launching this program with a six-month series that explores several tried-and-true film genres through pairings of classic and modern films.

Monday, February 10, 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Monday, March 9, 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
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Storytimes are filled with stories, songs, rhymes, exercises, parenting tips, and more!
Mondays, 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays,
Fridays, 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

For children ages 3-5. These 30 minute sessions are filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes.

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. During this 30 minute session attendees will hear stories, move to music, recite action poems, and learn fingerplays!

Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Experience your favorite stories told with yoga poses, demonstrated by certified yoga instructors. Recommended for ages 3 through 10 years old. Be ready to join in the fun! Parents are welcome too! Funding for Yoga and Stories is provided by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.

Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

Child’s Play consists of a 15-minute storytime complete with books, rhymes, and songs followed by 30 minutes of imaginative playtime. This program is best-suited for ages 2 to 6 years old, but all ages are welcome to attend.
Thursdays, February 6 and March 5, 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 self-confidence. No registration is required.
Saturdays, February 8, February 22, March 7, March 21, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Come enjoy a morning of free LEGO building!
Monday, March 16, 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Enjoy Disney’s Frozen 2 while singing along with your favorite songs from the movie. Attendees will receive a free inflatable microphone to sing into during the show as well as free popcorn! This program is brought to the Library by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.
Tuesday, February 4, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Do you feel the beat? If so, join us for this workshop for teens interested in music, dance, or DJ’ing. As a career DJ, musician, and tech enthusiast, OontzKids founder Dan Quinn has certainly found his niche in the music world, performing at events and inspiring the next generation of DJs and musicians. Registration is required and can be done online, by calling 563-344-4175, or at any service desk in the Library. The program is funded by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, March 21, 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Discover how to make fancy lettering by hand! Teens who are interested in calligraphy or always wanted to learn should register online, by calling 563-344-4175, or at any service desk in the Library. The program is supported by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.
 
Mystery Book Discussion
Books are available for loan on a first-come basis at the previous month’s Mystery Book Discussion and after that at the Information Desk. Supported by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.

Saturday, February 8
9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Saturday, March 21
*note 3rd Saturday, instead of 2nd*
9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Get Lit
Get Lit is a book discussion group for adventurous souls. Get Lit now meets at the Library. This program is supported by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.

Tuesday, February 11
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Tuesday, March 10
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Contemporary Books Discussion
Books are available for loan on a first-come basis at the previous month’s Contemporary Books Discussion and after that at the Information Desk. Newcomers are always welcome. Supported by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.

Wednesday, February 19
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Wednesday, February 19
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

*note 4th Wednesday, instead of 3rd*
Wednesday, March 25
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

*note 4th Wednesday, instead of 3rd*
Wednesday, March 25
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Thursday, February 6 and Tuesday, March 3, 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Crafters aged 16 and up are invited to bring your own crafts and socialize with other crafters. We’ll provide the tea! Sponsored by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, February 13, 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Don Mitchem is an acoustic guitarist and singer who performs a variety of vocal and instrumental music, including pop, folk, gospel, blue grass, classical, and jazz. Community Connections is sponsored by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.
Tuesday, February 18, 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

The ISBA People’s Law School is a live webinar that provides educational events where members of the public can find answers to life’s legal questions.
Thursday, February 20, 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Join us for a presentation by local musician Aubrey Barnes (Aubs.)! Aubs., professional Creative, will be breaking down his song Kids. He’ll discuss the content, the writing process, and the motivation behind this song. Trax from the Stax is funded by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.
Mondays, February 24 and March 30, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Do you play chess? Would you like to learn how to play? Please join us at the BPL Adult Chess Club! Open to ages 16 and up. Stop in for some casual
games of chess. This group provides a welcoming atmosphere for those looking to learn the game, meet new competition, and play friendly games of chess. We are now meeting on the last Monday of most months. Adult Chess Club is supported by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.
Tuesday, February 25, 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Dr. Sayonnha Mandal, Assistant Professor of Computer and Information Sciences, St. Ambrose University, will cover general topics in cybersecurity. How does it affect us as individuals and in the community? How does it affect our decisions in government policies, politics and elections and individual privacy rights? This event is a collaboration between the Bettendorf Public Library and the World Affairs Council of the Quad Cities and sponsored in part by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, March 12, 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Greenmore play a wide variety of Irish jigs and reels, sprinkled with American bluegrass, folk songs, blues, and pop and jazz standards. They play songs ranging from Danny Boy to the Devil Went Down to Georgia, foot stomping classics that guarantee something for everyone. Registration is not required. Community Connections is sponsored by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.
Tuesday, March 17, 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

The ISBA People’s Law School is a live webinar that provides educational events where members of the public can find answers to life’s legal questions.
Thursday, March 19, 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Film historian William K. Everson called The Land Beyond the Sunset “the screen’s first genuinely lyrical film.” The 15-minute long film has recently been given a new soundtrack which was composed, arranged, performed, and recorded by Davenport musician Neal Smith. Smith will present the film with its new soundtrack and will discuss the history of the film and the process of composing for it. Trax from the Stax is funded by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, March 21, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Learn how to do counted cross-stitch! You’ll learn how to read a pattern, how to do the cross-stitch and the outline stitch, and leave with a finished project. Adults and teens aged 16 and up only, please. Registration is required and can be done online, by calling 563-344-4175, or at any service desk in the Library. This Creation Studio Workshop is sponsored by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, March 23, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Learn about the 2020 Census with the United States Census Bureau. Topics covered include the importance of a complete count, how Census data is used, and available job opportunities.
Tuesday, March 24, 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Dr. Norm Moline will discuss the global implications of China’s rise in the 21st century. This event is a collaboration between the Bettendorf Public Library and the World Affairs Council of the Quad Cities and sponsored in part by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, March 28, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Join Carol Ehlers for the first program in a series of about American Art. Carol is a volunteer for both the Figge Art Museum and the Art Institute of Chicago. Coming in 2021, the Figge Art Museum will host For America: Paintings for the National Academy of Design. This art talk will feature some of the artists whose work will be exhibited in 2021, including the Hudson River School Artists. Other programs in this series will follow on Saturdays April 25 and May 23, at 3:00 p.m.
In February, Pleasant Valley Schools will highlight art work from their students. Bereskin Gallery will feature “Steam Punk Carousel Animals” by Nadine D’Angelo, and Dennison Love will take us on a trip to space with model rockets and shuttles.

In March, Pam Hughes will be displaying quilts, Paul Herrera will showcase his calligraphy, and Dan Moore will help us gear up for the boys of spring with a display of baseball memorabilia.

Do you have a collection that you want to share? Contact the Library at 563-344-4175 to schedule a display!
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Pages is the Bettendorf Public Library Information Center newsletter. It is also available in print and large print. For Pages information, call 563-344-4191 or email mlevetzow@bettendorf.org
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