Week Calendar

Take a virtual tour of the new  I-74 Bridge in the collaboration area on 2nd floor of the downtown library.  Check out headset and controller from the reference desk and experience a fully-immersive view of the new bridge.

Take a virtual tour of the new  I-74 Bridge in the collaboration area on 2nd floor of the downtown library.  Check out headset and controller from the reference desk and experience a fully-immersive view of the new bridge.

Take a virtual tour of the new  I-74 Bridge in the collaboration area on 2nd floor of the downtown library.  Check out headset and controller from the reference desk and experience a fully-immersive view of the new bridge.

Take a virtual tour of the new  I-74 Bridge in the collaboration area on 2nd floor of the downtown library.  Check out headset and controller from the reference desk and experience a fully-immersive view of the new bridge.

Take a virtual tour of the new  I-74 Bridge in the collaboration area on 2nd floor of the downtown library.  Check out headset and controller from the reference desk and experience a fully-immersive view of the new bridge.

Take a virtual tour of the new  I-74 Bridge in the collaboration area on 2nd floor of the downtown library.  Check out headset and controller from the reference desk and experience a fully-immersive view of the new bridge.

Fifty years ago, in 1969, not only did man land on the moon, but the John Deere Planetarium and Carl Gamble Observatory opened its doors at Augustana College.  Join us on a guided tour of the night sky by Dr.

Come in for stories, songs and a craft. 

For ages 5 and under.

A show that will leave all ages feeling like a kid again. Takes ordinary bubbles into the realm of extreme! Kids will get to use professional wands and have a chance to feel like a pro.

Come enjoy a free movie and light refreshments. This month's movie is a historical drama which tells the life of Mary Stuart, better known as Mary Queen of Scots.

Come in for stories, songs and a craft. 

For ages 5 and under.

The Rock Island Public Library will have Children's Services Staff visiting the Spring Forward-Rock Island Academy to share a story and provide an activity.  

Rock Island Public Library staff will be sharing the "Universe of Stories" Summer Reading Challenge and bringing activities to the camp. 

Sorry, this class is already full! Any new registrations will be placed on the waiting list.

For ages 8 to 14. Explore more advanced art techniques with Miss Gloria. Offered at same time as Carle's Creators so caregivers can bring the whole family.

Explore art techniques using children's picture books and their illustrators. Ages 5-8, One hour.  Offered at the same time and same floor as Art is Universal so caregivers can bring the whole family.

Explore Science, technology, environment, art, mathematics with fun projects, shows, and activities. Hands on  fun and learning for school age kids, grades K-6. Registration required. Can sign up for all projects or for individual events.

Ages 8 to 12 (about 2 to 6th grades.) Math is all around us!  Explore the universe of math through fun activities presented by Ms. Elizabeth Russell. 45 minutes. Registration required,

Monthly meeting of the Rock Island Public Library Board of Trustees. Meets on 2nd floor, either in the office of the Library Director or in the Community Room. 

Help save the planet with the things you use everyday! Learn new crafts made with ordinary household items, and stimulate creative recycling. This month we will be weaving braceletes out of candy wrappers. All ages welcome!

Join us and catch up with what’s happening in the Marvel Universe! Enjoy popcorn and a free movie inspired by the Spider-Man comics before you see the latest entry in the MCU.  Location may be subject to change.

In June, the group will be talking about the book Still Life by Louise Penny.  Please join in for an insightful discussion.

This group meets in the party room at Icons.  Drinks are available for purchase.  Must be 21 or older to attend.

Join us in June to discuss The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Tme, by Mark Haddon.