Upcoming Events
Community Comforts Drive
Take part in our 8th annual Community Comforts Drive! Times have been tough and many of our neighbors are in need. Our annual drive aims to collect personal care items that are so important to our health and wellbeing.
RIFAC Book Club
Join us at RIFAC for a book discussion on the last Friday of every month - no membership required! The meeting will be in Room 6. This month, we're reading Lincoln in the Bardo by George Saunders.
Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch
Children and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of books, action rhymes and songs.
For ages 0 - 5 years old.
Pokemon Day Craft and Card Swap
2026 marks the 30th anniversary of Pokemon, and we're celebrating! Join us for an afternoon of Pokemon-themed crafts, and you can pick up some free trading cards too: whether you decide to swap any of your cards is up to you.
"Creating Dimensional Art" with Gloria Burlingame
In celebration of Black History month, join artist/teacher Gloria Burlingame to take a look at Black American painter Amy Sherald's life and artwork.
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Attendance
The Rock Island Public Library's policy states that patrons who habitually register but do not attend a program will be considered a “no show” and may be blocked from registering for future programs.
Food Allergies
To avoid food allergy conflicts, please enjoy any snacks at home and not at the program.
Photo Guidelines
We often take photographs during library events. If you do not want us to take or publish photos of your child, please notify library staff at the program.
Library2Go Route - Red Week
We're back in the swing of things and we look forward to seeing you at our current lineup of alternating route stops.