The Rock Island Public Library Watts-Midtown Branch!
Named in honor of the enduring support shown to the library by Eudell Watts, III, and his late mother, Lorene Evans Watts, the Rock Island Public Library Watts-Midtown Branch occupies a portion of the Rock Island YMCA facility on 30th Street, Rock Island. This branch complements our existing network of locations, which include the Downtown Library, our central hub for all operations, our Southwest Branch, and our Library2Go Outreach vehicle.
Upcoming Events
Let’s Talk About Death - Death Cafe
Conversation Group.
No agenda. We gather, we eat cake, and we talk. Discussions include all things related to life, death, and the finality of it. Open, non-judgmental, and honest conversation about topics we don’t discuss much.
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.
Movie Monday
Join us for a classic animated film, the first ever directed by Hayao Miyazaki! This tale of a gentleman thief is Rated PG-13 for some mature elements.
Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch
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.
Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown
After school activities every week on Tuesday (Watts-Midtown) and Thursday (Southwest) for school age kids (K-6).
This week we will be creating black out poetry!!
Knit & Lit
Does it get any better than curling up with a crafting project while playing a favorite movie in the background? Only if you do it with friends!
Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch
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.
Rooms at this location
The following rooms may be booked by outside groups with payment:
- Community Auditorium
- Norm & Janet Moline Small Group Conference Room
Please see the Services section of this website for details.
The Mark & Debbie Schwiebert Study/Reading rooms may be used as needed, at no charge. For questions, see staff.