Week Calendar

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. 

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.

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

Monthly sale of books and other donated items, now held at the Downtown Library, in our 2nd-floor Community Room.

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

For ages 0 - 5 years old. 

Join us alongside the Rock Island YMCA for Healthy Kids Day 2023! This event is free to the public and children of all ages can come and learn healthy habits through fun, crafts, & exercise!

"Unconditional Surrender" is a performance and presentation by Pete Grady depicting Ulysses S. Grant. Grant was one of the most successful Union generals during the Civil War, and was the 18th President of the United States from 1868 to 1876.

Join Miss Ranell on Facebook, Fridays at 2:00

for either a book talk or an unboxing of

NEW books with a quick sneak peek!

Join us for a fascinating look at native fruits and nuts in honor or Arbor Day, which was founded the same year as our library!

Will Shortz Registration Form

Secrets of a Puzzle Master: A Conversation with Will Shortz