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Events
06 / 23
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Start: 12:00 pm
End: 12:00 pm
The Rock Island Main Library 2nd Floor Art Gallery will host a special art exhibit from Delores De Wilde Bina, "Bina Butterflies," from May 1 to July 1, Many of the large butterfly collages come from her July 2009 Bina Mapflies series, which incorporate various textures, maps and other images. The maps in the collages “represent places I have visited or plan to visit. They also represent the world the butterfly inhabits. The map is a textural surface that allows me to manipulate patterns, textures and create illusionary depth,” says Bina. The pieces in the exhibit include collage, acrylic paint, varied inks, pencil and layered materials. Bina will host a public reception on May 19 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the library art gallery. The event is free and open to the public. Start: 9:00 am
End: 10:00 am
9 a.m. Wednesdays, Main Library computer lab. Learn the basics of using and getting around the Internet. For new users. Start: 9:30 am
End: 10:30 am
WILD & WACKY BOOK ACTIVITY
Each week will focus upon scary, mysterious or science books followed by a relevant craft. For ages 5 - 8 Wednesday, 9:30 - 10:30, Southwest Branch Start: 9:30 am
Come enjoy stories, songs and fingerplays at the Southwest branch library at 9:30.
Start: 11:00 am
End: 12:00 pm
Learn how to use Microsoft Word templates to create a resume. 11 a.m. Wednesdays, Main Library Computer Lab Start: 1:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm
DRAMA SERIES Angela Rathmann offers a weekly drama program culminating in a group performance. For grades 4th and up. Mondays & Wednesdays, 1 - 3, Main Library - Community Room Start: 3:00 pm
SCAVENGER LAB Investigate the library with a new approach in our weekly challenges. For ages 8 - 11. Wednesday, 3:00, 30/31 Branch Library | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
06 / 24
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Start: 12:00 pm
End: 12:00 pm
The Rock Island Main Library 2nd Floor Art Gallery will host a special art exhibit from Delores De Wilde Bina, "Bina Butterflies," from May 1 to July 1, Many of the large butterfly collages come from her July 2009 Bina Mapflies series, which incorporate various textures, maps and other images. The maps in the collages “represent places I have visited or plan to visit. They also represent the world the butterfly inhabits. The map is a textural surface that allows me to manipulate patterns, textures and create illusionary depth,” says Bina. The pieces in the exhibit include collage, acrylic paint, varied inks, pencil and layered materials. Bina will host a public reception on May 19 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the library art gallery. The event is free and open to the public. Start: 3:00 pm
SCAVENGER LAB Investigate the library with a new approach in our weekly scavenger hunt. For ages 8 - 11. Thursday, 3:00, Southwest Branch Start: 6:00 pm
End: 7:30 pm
Ghosts in the Library?
Main Library 401 19th St 2nd Floor Community Room Ages 12 and up
The Rock Island Paranormal Group investigated the Rock Island Library for abnormal activity. Come learn what they found! | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
06 / 25
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Start: 12:00 pm
End: 12:00 pm
The Rock Island Main Library 2nd Floor Art Gallery will host a special art exhibit from Delores De Wilde Bina, "Bina Butterflies," from May 1 to July 1, Many of the large butterfly collages come from her July 2009 Bina Mapflies series, which incorporate various textures, maps and other images. The maps in the collages “represent places I have visited or plan to visit. They also represent the world the butterfly inhabits. The map is a textural surface that allows me to manipulate patterns, textures and create illusionary depth,” says Bina. The pieces in the exhibit include collage, acrylic paint, varied inks, pencil and layered materials. Bina will host a public reception on May 19 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the library art gallery. The event is free and open to the public. Start: 9:30 am
End: 10:30 am
WILD & WACKY BOOK ACTIVITY
Each week will focus upon scary, mysterious or science books followed by a relevant craft. For ages 5 - 8 Friday, 9:30 - 1:30, Main Library Start: 9:30 am
Come enjoy stories, songs and fingerplays at the Main library at 9:30.
Start: 4:00 pm
End: 5:00 pm
Teen Book Club
4:00-5:00 pm 30/31 Branch 3059 30th St
Ages 11-18
Like to read and talk about what you've read? Join the Teen Book Club! You pick the book we read and get to keep a copy when we're done! | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
06 / 26
(all day)
Start: 12:00 pm
End: 12:00 pm
The Rock Island Main Library 2nd Floor Art Gallery will host a special art exhibit from Delores De Wilde Bina, "Bina Butterflies," from May 1 to July 1, Many of the large butterfly collages come from her July 2009 Bina Mapflies series, which incorporate various textures, maps and other images. The maps in the collages “represent places I have visited or plan to visit. They also represent the world the butterfly inhabits. The map is a textural surface that allows me to manipulate patterns, textures and create illusionary depth,” says Bina. The pieces in the exhibit include collage, acrylic paint, varied inks, pencil and layered materials. Bina will host a public reception on May 19 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the library art gallery. The event is free and open to the public. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
06 / 27
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Start: 12:00 pm
End: 12:00 pm
The Rock Island Main Library 2nd Floor Art Gallery will host a special art exhibit from Delores De Wilde Bina, "Bina Butterflies," from May 1 to July 1, Many of the large butterfly collages come from her July 2009 Bina Mapflies series, which incorporate various textures, maps and other images. The maps in the collages “represent places I have visited or plan to visit. They also represent the world the butterfly inhabits. The map is a textural surface that allows me to manipulate patterns, textures and create illusionary depth,” says Bina. The pieces in the exhibit include collage, acrylic paint, varied inks, pencil and layered materials. Bina will host a public reception on May 19 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the library art gallery. The event is free and open to the public. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
06 / 28
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Start: 12:00 pm
End: 12:00 pm
The Rock Island Main Library 2nd Floor Art Gallery will host a special art exhibit from Delores De Wilde Bina, "Bina Butterflies," from May 1 to July 1, Many of the large butterfly collages come from her July 2009 Bina Mapflies series, which incorporate various textures, maps and other images. The maps in the collages “represent places I have visited or plan to visit. They also represent the world the butterfly inhabits. The map is a textural surface that allows me to manipulate patterns, textures and create illusionary depth,” says Bina. The pieces in the exhibit include collage, acrylic paint, varied inks, pencil and layered materials. Bina will host a public reception on May 19 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the library art gallery. The event is free and open to the public. Start: 1:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm
DRAMA SERIES Angela Rathmann offers a weekly drama program culminating in a group performance. For grades 4th and up. Mondays & Wednesdays, 1 - 3, Main Library - Community Room Start: 2:00 pm
OLLIE DE PRIEST PUPPETS PRESENTS: A L A D D I N
June 28th, 2pm, Main Library Start: 3:00 pm
SCAVENGER LAB Investigate the library with a new approach in our weekly challenges. For ages 8 - 11. Monday, 3:00, Main Library
Start: 4:30 pm
MAIN LIBRARY LEGO CLUB
Use your imagination to design a piece of Lego art to be displayed at the library. For ages K - 6th.
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06 / 29
(all day)
Start: 12:00 pm
End: 12:00 pm
The Rock Island Main Library 2nd Floor Art Gallery will host a special art exhibit from Delores De Wilde Bina, "Bina Butterflies," from May 1 to July 1, Many of the large butterfly collages come from her July 2009 Bina Mapflies series, which incorporate various textures, maps and other images. The maps in the collages “represent places I have visited or plan to visit. They also represent the world the butterfly inhabits. The map is a textural surface that allows me to manipulate patterns, textures and create illusionary depth,” says Bina. The pieces in the exhibit include collage, acrylic paint, varied inks, pencil and layered materials. Bina will host a public reception on May 19 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the library art gallery. The event is free and open to the public. Start: 10:30 am
Come enjoy stories, songs and fingerplays at the 30/31 branch library at 10:30.
Start: 10:30 am
End: 11:30 am
WILD & WACKY BOOK ACTIVITY
Each week will focus upon scary, mysterious or science books followed by a relevant craft. For ages 5 - 8 Tuesday, 10:30 - 11:30, 30/31 Branch Start: 2:00 pm
Tuesdays 2-3 p.m. June 8, 15, 22, 29, July 6 (last class!) Main Library- Community Room Entering grades 3rd-8th Registration begins May 3rd- Call 732-7360
Start: 3:00 pm
MONSTER MATH Come into the library to solve the mysteries of math with an enjoyable and exciting approach! Tuesdays, 3 - 4, Main Library, Children's Room Start: 5:00 pm
End: 7:45 pm
Eclipse Premiere Party
Main Library 401 19th St 2nd Floor Community Room Open to ages 12-19
Excited about the next Twilight Saga movie? Head to the Library before the Midnight showing for food, games, prizes, and to watch Cirque du Freak: The Vampire Assistant. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
06 / 30
(all day)
Start: 12:00 pm
End: 12:00 pm
The Rock Island Main Library 2nd Floor Art Gallery will host a special art exhibit from Delores De Wilde Bina, "Bina Butterflies," from May 1 to July 1, Many of the large butterfly collages come from her July 2009 Bina Mapflies series, which incorporate various textures, maps and other images. The maps in the collages “represent places I have visited or plan to visit. They also represent the world the butterfly inhabits. The map is a textural surface that allows me to manipulate patterns, textures and create illusionary depth,” says Bina. The pieces in the exhibit include collage, acrylic paint, varied inks, pencil and layered materials. Bina will host a public reception on May 19 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the library art gallery. The event is free and open to the public. Start: 9:00 am
End: 10:00 am
9 a.m. Wednesdays, Main Library computer lab. Learn the basics of using and getting around the Internet. For new users. Start: 9:30 am
Come enjoy stories, songs and fingerplays at the Southwest branch library at 9:30.
Start: 9:30 am
End: 10:30 am
WILD & WACKY BOOK ACTIVITY
Each week will focus upon scary, mysterious or science books followed by a relevant craft. For ages 5 - 8 Wednesday, 9:30 - 10:30, Southwest Branch Start: 11:00 am
End: 12:00 pm
Learn how to use Microsoft Word templates to create a resume. 11 a.m. Wednesdays, Main Library Computer Lab Start: 1:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm
DRAMA SERIES Angela Rathmann offers a weekly drama program culminating in a group performance. For grades 4th and up. Mondays & Wednesdays, 1 - 3, Main Library - Community Room Start: 3:00 pm
SCAVENGER LAB Investigate the library with a new approach in our weekly challenges. For ages 8 - 11. Wednesday, 3:00, 30/31 Branch Library | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
07 / 1
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The Rock Island Main Library 2nd Floor Art Gallery will host a special art exhibit from Delores De Wilde Bina, "Bina Butterflies," from May 1 to July 1, Many of the large butterfly collages come from her July 2009 Bina Mapflies series, which incorporate various textures, maps and other images. The maps in the collages “represent places I have visited or plan to visit. They also represent the world the butterfly inhabits. The map is a textural surface that allows me to manipulate patterns, textures and create illusionary depth,” says Bina. The pieces in the exhibit include collage, acrylic paint, varied inks, pencil and layered materials. Bina will host a public reception on May 19 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the library art gallery. The event is free and open to the public. Start: 9:00 am
End: 8:00 pm
Visit the Friends of the Rock Island Library used book store at our 30/31 Branch Library, 3059 30th Street, for even bigger deals on used books, magazines and more! Proceeds benefit your library! Start: 3:00 pm
SCAVENGER LAB Investigate the library with a new approach in our weekly scavenger hunt. For ages 8 - 11. Thursday, 3:00, Southwest Branch Start: 6:00 pm
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07 / 2
Start: 9:30 am
Come enjoy stories, songs and fingerplays at the Main library at 9:30.
Start: 9:30 am
End: 10:30 am
WILD & WACKY BOOK ACTIVITY
Each week will focus upon scary, mysterious or science books followed by a relevant craft. For ages 5 - 8 Friday, 9:30 - 1:30, Main Library | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
07 / 3
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:30 pm
Paint for Pages, a special art reception & silent auction, will raise funds for the Lorene Evans Watts Memorial Fund for Children's Materials on Saturday, July 3 from 6 to 8:30 p.m., in the Rock Island Main Library's Community Room and art gallery. Mrs. Watts, a long-time teacher, artist and children's advocate, served on the Rock Island Library Board of Trustees. In addition to showing Mrs. Watts' artwork, the night will feature sales of artwork by local and family artists, as well as light refreshments, a silent auction and an autograph session with former AFL player Booker Edgerson, a Rock Island native. The special after-hours event is from6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Rock Island Public Library Community Room and art gallery on the 2nd floor.
All monies raised will go to the Lorene Evans Watts Memorial Fund for Children’s Materials set up through the Rock Island Public Library Foundation.
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07 / 4
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07 / 5
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All locations of the Rock Island Library are closed today in observance of the Independence Day holiday. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
07 / 6
Start: 10:30 am
Come enjoy stories, songs and fingerplays at the 30/31 branch library at 10:30.
Start: 10:30 am
End: 11:30 am
WILD & WACKY BOOK ACTIVITY
Each week will focus upon scary, mysterious or science books followed by a relevant craft. For ages 5 - 8 Tuesday, 10:30 - 11:30, 30/31 Branch Start: 1:00 pm
MYSTIFYING MAGIC WITH RICK EUGENE
Conjure up the courage to be amazed by the mysteries of magic! July 6th, 1pm, Southwest Branch Library Start: 2:00 pm
Tuesdays 2-3 p.m. June 8, 15, 22, 29, July 6 (last class!) Main Library- Community Room Entering grades 3rd-8th Registration begins May 3rd- Call 732-7360
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07 / 7
Start: 9:00 am
End: 10:00 am
9 a.m. Wednesdays, Main Library computer lab. Learn the basics of using and getting around the Internet. For new users. Start: 9:30 am
Come enjoy stories, songs and fingerplays at the Southwest branch library at 9:30.
Start: 9:30 am
End: 10:30 am
WILD & WACKY BOOK ACTIVITY
Each week will focus upon scary, mysterious or science books followed by a relevant craft. For ages 5 - 8 Wednesday, 9:30 - 10:30, Southwest Branch Start: 11:00 am
End: 12:00 pm
Learn how to use Microsoft Word templates to create a resume. 11 a.m. Wednesdays, Main Library Computer Lab Start: 3:00 pm
SCAVENGER LAB Investigate the library with a new approach in our weekly challenges. For ages 8 - 11. Wednesday, 3:00, 30/31 Branch Library | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
07 / 8
Start: 3:00 pm
SCAVENGER LAB Investigate the library with a new approach in our weekly scavenger hunt. For ages 8 - 11. Thursday, 3:00, Southwest Branch | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
07 / 9
Start: 9:30 am
End: 10:30 am
WILD & WACKY BOOK ACTIVITY
Each week will focus upon scary, mysterious or science books followed by a relevant craft. For ages 5 - 8 Friday, 9:30 - 1:30, Main Library | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
07 / 10
Start: 10:30 am
End: 12:00 pm
Teen Gaming Days
10:30 am-12:00 pm Main Library 401 19th St 2nd Floor Community Room Open to ages 11-18
Looking for something new to do? Head to the library to play a variety of board and card games and try out the Library's new Wii! Fu | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
07 / 11
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07 / 12
Start: 3:00 pm
SCAVENGER LAB Investigate the library with a new approach in our weekly challenges. For ages 8 - 11. Monday, 3:00, Main Library
Start: 4:30 pm
30/31 BRANCH LEGO CLUB
Use your imagination to design a piece of Lego art to be displayed at the library. For ages K - 6th. Start: 6:00 pm
End: 7:30 pm
Teen Craft Night
Main Library 401 19th St 2nd Floor Community Room
Ages 11-18
Come make an animaguri for yourself or a friend. Don't know what that is? Come find out! | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
07 / 13
Start: 10:00 am
RIVERSIDE RUMBLE
Storyteller, Reid Miller performs songs, poems and puppetry. July 13th, 10am, Southwest Branch Library Start: 6:00 pm
End: 7:30 pm
Teen Gaming Night
Southwest Branch 9010 Ridgewood Dr
Open to ages 11-18
Looking for something new to do? Head to the library to play a variety of board and card games and try out the Library's new Wii! Fu Start: 6:00 pm
This group meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month in the Community Room. We welcome all skill levels of knitters and crocheters.
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07 / 14
Start: 9:00 am
End: 10:00 am
9 a.m. Wednesdays, Main Library computer lab. Learn the basics of using and getting around the Internet. For new users. Start: 9:30 am
End: 10:30 am
WILD & WACKY BOOK ACTIVITY
Each week will focus upon scary, mysterious or science books followed by a relevant craft. For ages 5 - 8 Wednesday, 9:30 - 10:30, Southwest Branch Start: 9:30 am
Come enjoy stories, songs and fingerplays at the Southwest branch library at 9:30.
Start: 11:00 am
End: 12:00 pm
Learn how to use Microsoft Word templates to create a resume. 11 a.m. Wednesdays, Main Library Computer Lab Start: 3:00 pm
SCAVENGER LAB Investigate the library with a new approach in our weekly challenges. For ages 8 - 11. Wednesday, 3:00, 30/31 Branch Library | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
07 / 15
Start: 10:00 am
READ LIKE A ROCK STAR!
Thaddeus entertains with songs inspired by Alice in Wonderland, Captain Underpants and Green Eggs and Ham. July 15th, 10am, Main Library Start: 3:00 pm
SCAVENGER LAB Investigate the library with a new approach in our weekly scavenger hunt. For ages 8 - 11. Thursday, 3:00, Southwest Branch Start: 6:00 pm
End: 7:30 pm
Library Movie Night
Main Library 401 19th St 2nd Floor Community Room
Open to ages 12 and up
Come watch The Outsiders and enjoy free popcorn! Film is rated PG | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
07 / 16
Start: 9:30 am
End: 10:30 am
WILD & WACKY BOOK ACTIVITY
Each week will focus upon scary, mysterious or science books followed by a relevant craft. For ages 5 - 8 Friday, 9:30 - 1:30, Main Library Start: 9:30 am
Come enjoy stories, songs and fingerplays at the Main library at 9:30.
Start: 4:00 pm
End: 5:00 pm
Teen Book Club
4:00-5:00 pm 30/31 Branch 3059 30th St
Ages 11-18
Like to read and talk about what you've read? Join the Teen Book Club! You pick the book we read and get to keep a copy when we're done! | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
07 / 17
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07 / 18
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07 / 19
Start: 9:30 am
COMEDY, MIMES, MASKS & MUSIC
Interactive stories with audience participation, fun for the whole family! July 19th, 9:30am, Main Library
Start: 4:30 pm
SOUTHWEST BRANCH LEGO CLUB
Use your imagination to design a piece of Lego art to be displayed at the library. For ages K - 6th. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
07 / 20
Start: 11:30 am
End: 12:30 pm
3rd Tuesday of each month, Library Director's office, Main Library. Time provided for public comment. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
07 / 21
Start: 9:00 am
End: 10:00 am
9 a.m. Wednesdays, Main Library computer lab. Learn the basics of using and getting around the Internet. For new users. Start: 11:00 am
End: 12:00 pm
Learn how to use Microsoft Word templates to create a resume. 11 a.m. Wednesdays, Main Library Computer Lab | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
07 / 22
Start: 6:30 pm
End: 8:00 pm
The program is in the Community Room on the 2nd floor, and is handicapped accessible via the elevator from the ground floor entrance on the south side of the library. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
07 / 23
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2010. The exhibit is free and open to the public during regular library hours.
nded by the Friends of the Rock Island Public Library and provided by Best Buy.
nded by the Friends of the Rock Island Public Library and provided by Best Buy.
The Rock Island Library and the Jewish Federation of the Quad Cities will partner to host a unique program on Jewish arts and culture, "Lil' Rev presents Jews N Blues." The 
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