January 17-19 - Grade 3 - Adult

Write a story in 48 hours and 1,000 words or less. We’ll give you a genre, character (e.g., bus driver), and specific object to incorporate into your story.

https://www.foriowa.org/write-now/

Winter Break Day Camp with bussing from the Bettendorf and Bittner YMCAs.

Drop-off 7:30 -8:00 am; Pick-up 4:30-5:15 pm.

A full day of outdoor winter activities at Camp Abe Lincoln.

Snacks and hot lunch provided!

Cost: $20 Per Player – ($100 per/team) - Cash/Check or Venmo@BettBaseball
When: December 28th
Where: Bettendorf Middle School
Youth Division (Grades 3rd/4th 5th/6th 7th/8th) or Adult Division

Sign up form - https://5il.co/318av

Although this camp is run by BCSD coaches and staff, it is not sponsored by the Bettendorf Community School District or its schools. All proceeds support the outside camp or activity.

We invite you to be a part of the most magical event of the year- Putnam's annual Polar Express pajama party! It's time to wear your coziest pajamas, grab your hot cocoa, and embark on a night filled with enchantment and joy. The Polar Express awaits, and we need your help to make this event unforgettable. So, don't miss this opportunity to spread holiday cheer and create cherished memories. Sign up now to be a part of our extraordinary Polar Express adventure!”

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Winter Camp registration is now open! Parents, this retreat is the perfect opportunity for you to get the kids out of the house while you do some last-minute Christmas shopping and holiday prep. It’s 48 hours of fun, friends, and worship as we head into the Christmas season.

Dates: Friday, December 20th at 5 pm – Sunday, December 22nd at 5 pm

Early Bird Price: $150 (register on or before November 30th)

Regular Rate: $175 (registration deadline is December 8th)

Register online!

Are you looking for something fun and educational for your kids during the holiday break? Look no further than the Putnam’s Winter Camps! Between December 27th to January 3rd, we are offering five exciting camps for kids in grades 1-4. Learn more https://www.putnam.org/winter-camps/

📚✨ Want to unlock a world of adventure for your child? Here’s how to get them a library card! All ages can apply with proper ID and proof of residence. Just remember: kids under 14 need a parent’s signature! 🎉 Don’t forget—patrons must be present to snag that card! #LibraryLove   Learn more

Bettendorf Aquatics Club, where dreams and water meet through encouragement and support that inspires excellence at all levels in a TEAM environment.  Any Swimmer interested in joining our year-round competitive Swim Team or want to learn more about our Learn-To-Swim program, please contact us for more information!  Learn more

The Putnam Museum invites kindergarteners through 6th graders to check out their Putnam Explorer opportunities that are being offered from September to May. Learn more

Who: Writers 15-19 years old + Midwest Writing Center
What: "Write ins" Spend a couple hours writing with peers and critiquing one another's work
When: Second & Third Tuesdays of Each month, 5:30 - 8pm

Where: Second Tuesday is online, Third Tuesday is at MWC: ground floor of the Rock Island Public Library (401 19th St, Rock Island)

Cost: free

MWC is starting a new free program for young writers. Midwest Writing Center staff will lead these casual meetings which will open with 30 minutes of free writing with prompts and will be followed by workshop critiques. Guidelines will be discussed at the start of each meeting. MWC can assist with printing.

Questions: sarah.elgatian@mwcqc.org