Special Programs

Submitted by LibraryAdmin on May 22, 2009 - 2:03pm.

The Rock Island Public Library sponsors a wide number of annual events designed to help your child love to read!

Winter Reading- A 6-week reading program held in January and February to encourage reading, promote library resources and library use. Ages pre-k-6th grade

Spring and Fall Intersession programming - Free events at your library when Rock Island/Milan Schools are on break. We also offer Friday Fests on early dismissal Fridays.

Summer Reading- An 8-week reading program held in June and July to encourage reading, promote library resources and the arts. Ages pre-K-6th grade.

El Dia de los ninos/el dia de los libros- A celebration of children, books, libraries and culture. Held in April or May. Ages pre-k-6th grade.

Hug-A-Book- A special program designed for families of children ages 2-5. Promotes reading, libraries and activities. Each child receives a free book. Held in August. Sponsored by the Merrill Harris Memorial of the Rock Island Public Library Foundation.

In addition, our Children's Library is available for special tours or school events by appointment.

For more details, call our Children's Library at 309-732-7360.