New Year's Holiday Closings

All Rock Island Library locations, including Library2Go bookmobile routes, are closed Tuesday, Dec. 31 and Wednesday, Jan. 1 for the New Year's holidays. Libraries are open normal hours Dec. 30 and Jan. 2 of New Year's week. 

Stay in touch over the holidays with our digital services and PrairieCat app. Our website "online branch" is always open! We wish you a very Happy New Year, and our thanks for using library services in 2024! 

Downtown Community Room

Maximum Capacity

100

Library Branch

Downtown Library

Best suited for:

  • Mid-and-large sized groups/community organizations.
  • Meetings of educational, cultural, professional or business purposes.
  • Flexible configuration; Groups may set up tables & chairs or chairs only. 

Individuals and small groups looking for quiet study or collaboration space will find space at no charge on the 2nd and Mezzanine floors. 

Availability & Fees:

  • Non-profit and educational organizations - $20 per hour
  • For-profit or private event room rentals - $50 per hour
  • Room is accessible by elevator

Conditions for Use: 

  • Admission fees may not be charged.
  • Groups may reserve reoccuring events up to 3 months in advance. Renewals are not automatic.
  • $25 after-hours/$50 clean-up fee may be assessed for non-compliance with room-use guidelines. 
  • Payment arrangements expected within three days of booking. 

Audio/Visual Equipment included with paid rentals. Use will not be granted without pre-registration and payment. Organizations using the equipment assume responsibility for operation and reasonable care and will be required to pay for any damages. Please notify the Business Office immediately (or a service desk after Business Office hours) if there is a problem with the equipment

All Users: 
Please see Meeting Room policy page for full details on use. 

First time users: If you are unsure about whether your proposed use fits the policy, or have questions, please contact us.
All events must conclude 30 minutes prior to library closing time. 

Equipment

  • Tables and Chairs (no charge) 
  • Projection System (audio, DVD, built-in screen, computer projection.)
  • Microphone
  • Laptop  (additional charge applies)
  • Podium 
  • Kitchenette (serving/warming purposes only)* 
  • Restrooms on same floor

* Food items must be brought in or catered. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted. 

Seating

Public Capacity: 

  • Table/Chairs: 70
  • Standing: 100
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