Upcoming Events

We welcome the LEAD Friday groups from Eugene Field Elementary to the library to learn about library cards, our collection, programs and be reading leaders!

Join us for a new year of our Teen Graphic Novel Book Club!

Looking for volunteer hours? Join us for Teen Advisory Board, and learn about volunteering at the library.

Happy Birthday, Mary Cassatt!

Do you love to knit or crochet? We would love for you to join our Adult Knitting Circle!

Join us for the third film in our Monster Movie Monday series! This time, you will meet a young man looking to reunite with a love from his past, and he in turn, during his travels, meets an excellent dog.

Young children and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of short books, action rhymes and songs.

For ages 0 - 5 years old.

Children's librarian will be at Ridgewood School with United Way/Spring Forward reading with students. 

Event Details

The Rock Island Public Library Board of Trustees meets regularly at 5 pm on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at the Downtown Library, 401 19th Street.

Join us as we discuss Lessons In Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus!

Youth Services staff visits Rock Island/Milan schools to promote literacy.

 Children and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of books, action rhymes and songs. 

For ages 0 - 5 years old. 

Families are invited to enjoy story time full of books, action rhymes, songs and a simple craft.

This is the first Session of the three session Retirement University, a presentation of SOFA (the Society for Financial Awareness):  Social Security and Medicare

Youth Services staff will be reading and sharing literacy activities with the RIMSD Head Start and Preschool for All classes.

Meet neighbors and create community at Coffee & Conversations every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at the Southwest Library! Coffee, light refreshments, and optional activities will be provided.

Youth Services staff will be reading and sharing literacy activities with the RIMSD Head Start and Preschool for All classes.

Looking for assistance with computer skills and searching for jobs?

In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, join us as a certified therapist from the Vera French Mental Health Center shines a light on anxiety. 

Young children and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of short books, action rhymes and songs.

For ages 0 - 5 years old.