Upcoming Events

Quarterly book sales, fourth Friday and Saturday, from the Library Foundation's PALS (People Advocating for Library Services). Bag up great deals on books and other items in July, and October. Otherwise otherwise marked, sales are by donation.

   The Swenson Swedish Immigration Research Center is a national and international research center for the study of Swedish-American history and relations. They collect, preserve and make available archival and library materials, pr

Celebrate the 30th anniversary of a Disney classic about the adventure of a beloved lion cub, his father and evil uncle.  

Senior citizens and any interested adult library patrons are invited to today's book discussion about books that have been banned from or relocated to different shelves of school and public libraries in many communities.

Do you love the smell of popcorn and the thrill of watching movies with others? Join in on the fun and come to our new Downtown Movie Club! This month's selection is The Boys on the Boat (2023). Light refreshments will be provided. 

You have worked hard and your parents have worked hard. You’ve scrimped and saved to: buy that house, pay for your car, put some money aside for the kids’ college fund, and just started a retirement fund.

Hug-a-Book CREATE!  Part of our special memorial program series for our young children, ages 2-5 years old.  We will have ocean themed process art stations set up.  Each child receives an apron and a book.  We always encourage

Join the Army Sustainment Command Historians as they explore the history of the Rock Island Arsenal, the US Military, and the Quad Cities. This year, the lecture series will explore the U.S. Civil War at both a national and local level.

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Let your emotions flow!  Join us for some joyful, disgusting, fearful and angry activities.  (Leave your anxiety at home.)

Fun for all ages! 

Do you love to knit or crochet? We would love for you to join our Adult Knitting Circle!

There was a time when giants roamed the earth and trains had cabooses. One of those giants was The Rock Island Line railroad.

Monthly meeting of the Rock Island Public Library Board of Trustees. Time is available for public comment during the meeting. 

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Board game fans: come to the Downtown Library for an afternoon of fun! Learn to play new games, or rediscover an old favorite. (Note that some games will be available for checkout during this event.)

The nation's Social Security program turns 89 years of age this month. How did it start? How does it work? What changes has it already gone through?

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Create a beautiful painted barn quilt on a 12 x 12 wooden panel! Using stencils from one of the four designs pictured, you will paint a masterpiece to bring home and display on your wall. All supplies will be provided.

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We are kicking off the '24-'25 Alpha Book Club season with the 2024 novel James by Percival Everett! This intricately plotted work of historical fiction will be sure to spark a great conversation!