The Quad Cities is full of fun for kids of all ages… and ALL types of interests! From art to sports; theater, winter activities, and everything in between – check out all the things to do for teens and tweens this winter!
Library Crafts & Programs [12+]
BETTENDORF PUBLIC LIBRARY
Jan 5: Rolled Magazine Bowl (THW)
DAVENPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY
Jan 14: Teen DIY: Kermit Cross Stitch (Registration Required) – Main
Jan 24: Teen DIY: Self-Care Sheet Masks (Registration Required) – Eastern
Feb 18: Teen DIY: Zines + Swap (Registration Required) – Eastern
Feb 27: Teen Books & Cocoa – Eastern
EAST MOLINE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Jan 16: Teen Unwind (Registration Required)
Feb 16: Knot My Problem: Teen Crochet Club (Registration Required)
Feb 24: Teen Paint Night (Registration Required)
DURANT BRANCH LIBRARY
Feb 3: Keyfob Craft
DIY @ Board & Brush [16+]
Have a party for your teen or enroll in a workshop:
P-Y-P WORKSHOP
Jan 6: 6:00 – 9:00 pm TGIF
Jan 14: 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Jan 27: 6:00 – 9:00 pm TGIF
Go to a Hockey Game
Support your local sports team and take your teen to a Quad City Storm Game.
Paint Nite with Create! Quad Cities [13+]
COLUMBUS CLUB
Jan 5: Dockside Solstice
Feb 02: Two Hearts on the Beach
VIP’s CORNER BAR & GRILL
Jan 10: Cozy Chickadees
Feb 14: Wild Romance Partner Painting
MIDWEST ALE WORKS
Jan 11: Sorting Hat Potter Style
Feb 08: Rooted in Love- Partner Painting
Attend a Yoga Class
IRON + GRAIN, E. MOLINE
Jan 7: Yoga + Coffee | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Feb 4: Yoga + Coffee | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
THE FIGGE MUSEUM
Jan 14: Yoga at the Figge | 10:30 am – 11:30 am
THE CELLAR
Jan 21: Drop-in Yoga | 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Join a Theatre Class
Jan 14 – Mar 30:
Costume Creation – Students will learn how to develop and alter costumes using a variety of techniques. [ages 11+]
Improv – Create a story with others from your own imagination and work as a team. [ages 11+]
Teen Acting – Whether a first-time actor or an experienced veteran, this class is an exciting challenge! [ages 13+]
Jan 18 – Feb 15:
Magic Workshop – Students will learn basic slight of hand magic, using everyday objects such as cards, coins, and rubber bands. [ages 8+]
Learn a new winter sport
Learn to play hockey at Davenports’ premier indoor ice rink! Choose from 4 levels on your journey to becoming a professional. It’s never too late to learn something new!
Go snowboarding or skiing
Choose from 3 close to QC resorts to take your teen shredding down the mountain! Whether it’s a new challenge or something your family has done for years, it’s always an unforgettable memory.
Take a Dance Class
Jan 14 – May 14
Hip Hop – This style builds precision and coordination where the focus will be on developing a dancer’s style. [ages 10+]
Teen Ballet – The class will work on posture, musicality, and the proper execution of steps. [ages 13+]
Teen Tap – This class develops rhythm and fine motor movements as dancers create percussive sounds using the different surfaces of their tap shoes. [ages 13+]
Go on a Virtual Adventure
Virtual Ventures offers games such as VR Escape Rooms, VR Laser Tag, and VR Survival Games. Your teen will thank you, trust me!
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