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This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Family,
Everyone
All locations
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Mar-May
2023
150th Anniversary Passport Guide Program
All Day 3/1 - 5/28
All locations
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Library Branch:
All locations
Age Group:
Family,
Everyone
Program Type:
150th Anniversary
Event Details:
Celebrate the sesquicentennial anniversary of the Rock Island Public Library by completing our 150th Anniversary Passport Guide!
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This event is in the "Early Learning" group.
This event is in the "Early Learning" group.
Mar
9
2023
Thu
Early Learning Outreach-RIMSD HeadStart Visit
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Age Group:
Early Learning
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
The Rock Island Public Library Children's staff are bringing early literacy skills, library information and sharing stories to our friends at the RIMSD HeadStart and Preschool For All sites.
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This event is in the "Early Learning" group.
Early Learning
Watts-Midtown Branch
This event is in the "Early Learning" group.
Mar
7
2023
Tue
Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Library
10:30am - 11:00am
Watts-Midtown Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Watts-Midtown Branch
Age Group:
Early Learning
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Build early learning skills in your preschooler ages five and under with fun stories and songs.
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This event is in the "Early Learning" group.
Early Learning
Downtown Library
This event is in the "Early Learning" group.
Mar
9
2023
Thu
Downtown Pop-up Story
10:00am - 5:00pm
Downtown Library
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Library Branch:
Downtown Library
Room:
Downtown Children's Story Area
Age Group:
Early Learning
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Pop-up Story will be available at our Downtown branch, Children's Room on Thursdays. Our Children and Youth Services staff will be happy to read a story to your child. This is perfect for families wanting to have a short visit to the l
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Mar
11
2023
Sat
Closing
Special Event Closing
Branches:
Downtown Library,
Southwest Branch
Description:
Our Downtown and Southwest Branches will be closed on Saturday, March 11, 2023 so that staff can work our grand opening celebration for the new Watts-Midtown Branch at 2715 30th Street. Please visit us there!
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Everyone
Watts-Midtown Branch
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Mar
11
2023
Sat
Watts-Midtown Grand Opening/YMCA Open House
10:00am - 2:00pm
Watts-Midtown Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Watts-Midtown Branch
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Special Event
Event Details:
Come meet your new neighbors at the Watts-Midtown Branch of the Rock Island Public Library! On the library side, we'll have refreshments, activities, tours, and fun for all ages from 10 am to 2 pm.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Early Learning" group.
Children,
Early Learning
Southwest Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Early Learning" group.
Mar
8
2023
Wed
Southwest Library Toddler Tales
11:00am - 11:30am
Southwest Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Southwest Branch
Age Group:
Children,
Early Learning
Program Type:
Storytime
Storytimes
Build early learning skills in your preschooler ages five and under with a fun story, song, and activity.
Event Details:
Enjoy stories, songs and activities every Wednesday at 11 am.
Disclaimer(s)
Food Allergies
To avoid food allergy conflicts, please enjoy any snacks at home and not at the program.
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This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Everyone
Southwest Branch
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Mar
7
2023
Tue
Southwest Book Sale
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Southwest Branch
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Southwest Branch
Room:
Southwest Community Room
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Book Sale
Event Details:
Fill a bag for a donation - Get some good deals on books that need a new home. Free shopping bags available, or purchase a reusable library tote bag for $3, or 2 for $5. 150 Rock Island Library Anniversary tote also available for $6.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Mar
6
2023
Mon
Alpha Book Club - The Personal Librarian
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Downtown Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Downtown Library
Room:
Downtown Community Room
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
If you're looking for a fun group of readers to discuss books with, look no further! This afternoon book club meets monthly and reads and discusses a variety of titles.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Mar
9
2023
Thu
Historical Room open to patrons
1:00pm - 2:45pm
Downtown Library
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Library Branch:
Downtown Library
Room:
Downtown Historical Room
Event Details:
The Downtown Library's Historical Room will be open for those who wish to use its materials.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Mar
8
2023
Wed
Rock Island Arsenal History
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Downtown Library
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Library Branch:
Downtown Library
Room:
Downtown Collaboration Area
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
150th Anniversary,
Presentation
Event Details:
Join the Army Sustainment Command Historians as they explore the history of the Rock Island Arsenal, the US Military, and the Quad Cities. This presentation will also be offered at Davenport Public Library at 6PM, where they will also record
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
10
2023
Fri
Children's Book Talk/Unboxing
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Presentation
Event Details:
Join Miss Ranell on Fridays at 2:00
for either a book talk or an unboxing of
NEW books with a quick sneak peek!
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This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Mar
7
2023
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Event Details:
Check out this week's book talk from Emily, the Young Adult Librarian! Just go to our Facebook page (or our Teen page, if you want to watch live).
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This event is in the "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Mar
8
2023
Wed
Rock Island Horticulture Club Community Seed Swap
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Outreach,
Special Event
Event Details:
Come catch our seed library as it debuts for the year at RIHC's Annual Seed Swap. Hosted at the Quad City Botanical Center, come and pick up seeds, socialize, and enjoy light refreshments with garden enthusiasts of all levels.
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This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Teen,
Adult
Southwest Branch
Closed
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Mar
7
2023
Tue
Lucky Clover string art w/ High Strung by 3M
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Southwest Branch
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Southwest Branch
Room:
Southwest Community Room
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult
Program Type:
DIY
Required
Seats Remaining:
2
Event Details:
High Strung by 3M is back once more! Participants will be guided through the process from start to finish and go home with a springtime piece of the luck of the Irish.
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.
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.
Reservation
Watts-Midtown Branch
Mar
7
2023
Tue
Ward 4 Meeting with Alderperson Jenni Swanson
Library Branch:
Watts-Midtown Branch
Room:
Watts-Midtown Community Room
Purpose of Meeting
All Rock Island residents are invited to the Ward 4 meeting with Alderperson Jenni Swanson. Come prepared to ask questions, learn about city happenings, and speak directly to those who can answer your questions.
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