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Escape to Book Island Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 1/26 - 1/31

All locations

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Library Branch: All locations

Age Group: Children, Early Learning, School Age, Teen, Adult, Family, Everyone

Program Type: Reading Challenge

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Tired of winter? Escape to Book Island with our tropical-themed winter reading challenge! Imagine yourself reading on a beach and escape winter!

MagiKids_Magic the Gathering cards, learn how to play at your library

MagiKids (Learn Magic the Gathering and get free cards!)

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Watts-Midtown Community Room at Watts-Midtown Branch

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Library Branch: Watts-Midtown Branch

Room: Watts-Midtown Community Room

Age Group: School Age, Teen

Program Type: Special Event

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This program is brought to you by MagiKids!

Attendants will be able to open several packs of Magic the Gathering cards, built their decks, and learn how to play. The best part is they will get to keep the cards they choose!

Escape to Book Island Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 2/2 - 2/7

All locations

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Library Branch: All locations

Age Group: Children, Early Learning, School Age, Teen, Adult, Family, Everyone

Program Type: Reading Challenge

Event Details:

Tired of winter? Escape to Book Island with our tropical-themed winter reading challenge! Imagine yourself reading on a beach and escape winter!

QC Chordbusters with bridge and music notes

Tuneful Tuesday Series: QC Chordbusters

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Downtown Community Room at Downtown Library

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Library Branch: Downtown Library

Room: Downtown Community Room

Age Group: Adult, Everyone

Program Type: Performance

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Join us for a FREE musical concert with the QC Chordbusters. This concert is suitable for music lovers of all ages. Light refreshments will be provided.

A man resembling Abraham Lincoln posed in front of an American Flag.

An Afternoon with President Lincoln

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Watts-Midtown Community Room at Watts-Midtown Branch

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Library Branch: Watts-Midtown Branch

Room: Watts-Midtown Community Room

Age Group: Adult, Family, Everyone

Program Type: America 250, Presentation, Performance

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Meet 16th President of the United States and Illinois's favorite son, Abraham Lincoln! Mr. Lincoln will speak about his life and the impact he made on our country.

Escape to Book Island Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 2/9 - 2/14

All locations

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Library Branch: All locations

Age Group: Children, Early Learning, School Age, Teen, Adult, Family, Everyone

Program Type: Reading Challenge

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Tired of winter? Escape to Book Island with our tropical-themed winter reading challenge! Imagine yourself reading on a beach and escape winter!

Escape to Book Island Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 2/16 - 2/21

All locations

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Library Branch: All locations

Age Group: Children, Early Learning, School Age, Teen, Adult, Family, Everyone

Program Type: Reading Challenge

Event Details:

Tired of winter? Escape to Book Island with our tropical-themed winter reading challenge! Imagine yourself reading on a beach and escape winter!

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Mental Health Spotlight: Seasonal Depression

5:30pm–6:30pm

Teen, Adult

Watts-Midtown Branch

Library Branch: Watts-Midtown Branch

Room: Watts-Midtown Community Room

Age Group: Teen, Adult

Program Type: Mental Health, Presentation

Event Details:

Have you ever had a case of the "winter blues?" You are not alone!

Silent Book Club®

5:30pm–6:30pm

Teen, Adult

Watts-Midtown Branch

Library Branch: Watts-Midtown Branch

Room: Watts-Midtown Community Room

Age Group: Teen, Adult

Program Type: Book Club, Mental Health

Event Details:

Looking for a book club with no assigned reading or focused discussions? Then joining our Silent Book Club® may be for you!

Living with Loss-Conversation Circle Facilitated by End of Life Doula, Jackie Hauer

11:00am–1:00pm

Adult

Watts-Midtown Branch

Library Branch: Watts-Midtown Branch

Room: Watts-Midtown: Norm & Janet Moline Conference Room

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Mental Health, Discussion

Event Details:

Please join us on the third Saturday of each month from 11-1 at the Rock Island Library for "Living With Loss"- A gentle, supportive, conversation group open to anyone navigating grief, caregiving, experiencing the weight of change, or have questi

Paint Class: Create! Quad Cities

11:00am–1:00pm

Teen, Adult

Downtown Library

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Registration Required

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Library Branch: Downtown Library

Room: Downtown Community Room

Age Group: Teen, Adult

Program Type: Mental Health, DIY

Registration Required

Event Details:

Mental Health Program ARPA

This program is made possible by ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) funds designated by the City of Rock Island.

Did you know that engaging in a creative outlet, like painting, can "boost serotonin levels and increase blood flow to the part of the brain associated with pleasure?"(

"Your Mind Matters: Cultivating Self-Care & Resilience in a Busy World"

1:00pm–2:00pm

Adult

Southwest Branch

Library Branch: Southwest Branch

Room: Southwest Community Room

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Mental Health, Presentation

Event Details:

In the hustle of daily life, it’s easy to overlook our mental well-being. This program equips participants with practical tools to prioritize self-care, manage stress, and build resilience.

Silent Book Club®

5:30pm–6:30pm

Teen, Adult

Watts-Midtown Branch

Library Branch: Watts-Midtown Branch

Room: Watts-Midtown Community Room

Age Group: Teen, Adult

Program Type: Book Club, Mental Health

Event Details:

Looking for a book club with no assigned reading or focused discussions? Then joining our Silent Book Club® may be for you!

Living with Loss-Conversation Circle Facilitated by End of Life Doula, Jackie Hauer

11:00am–1:00pm

Adult

Watts-Midtown Branch

Library Branch: Watts-Midtown Branch

Room: Watts-Midtown: Norm & Janet Moline Conference Room

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Mental Health, Discussion

Event Details:

Silent Book Club®

5:30pm–6:30pm

Teen, Adult

Watts-Midtown Branch

Library Branch: Watts-Midtown Branch

Room: Watts-Midtown Community Room

Age Group: Teen, Adult

Program Type: Book Club, Mental Health

Event Details:

Looking for a book club with no assigned reading or focused discussions? Then joining our Silent Book Club® may be for you!

Living with Loss-Conversation Circle Facilitated by End of Life Doula, Jackie Hauer

11:00am–1:00pm

Adult

Watts-Midtown Branch

Library Branch: Watts-Midtown Branch

Room: Watts-Midtown: Norm & Janet Moline Conference Room

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Mental Health, Discussion

Event Details:

Silent Book Club®

5:30pm–6:30pm

Teen, Adult

Watts-Midtown Branch

Library Branch: Watts-Midtown Branch

Room: Watts-Midtown Community Room

Age Group: Teen, Adult

Program Type: Book Club, Mental Health

Event Details:

Looking for a book club with no assigned reading or focused discussions? Then joining our Silent Book Club® may be for you!

Silent Book Club®

5:30pm–6:30pm

Teen, Adult

Watts-Midtown Branch

Library Branch: Watts-Midtown Branch

Room: Watts-Midtown Community Room

Age Group: Teen, Adult

Program Type: Book Club, Mental Health

Event Details:

Looking for a book club with no assigned reading or focused discussions? Then joining our Silent Book Club® may be for you!

Silent Book Club®

5:30pm–6:30pm

Teen, Adult

Watts-Midtown Branch

Library Branch: Watts-Midtown Branch

Room: Watts-Midtown Community Room

Age Group: Teen, Adult

Program Type: Book Club, Mental Health

Event Details:

Looking for a book club with no assigned reading or focused discussions? Then joining our Silent Book Club® may be for you!

Silent Book Club®

5:30pm–6:30pm

Teen, Adult

Watts-Midtown Branch

Library Branch: Watts-Midtown Branch

Room: Watts-Midtown Community Room

Age Group: Teen, Adult

Program Type: Book Club, Mental Health

Event Details:

Looking for a book club with no assigned reading or focused discussions? Then joining our Silent Book Club® may be for you!

Silent Book Club®

5:30pm–6:30pm

Teen, Adult

Watts-Midtown Branch

Library Branch: Watts-Midtown Branch

Room: Watts-Midtown Community Room

Age Group: Teen, Adult

Program Type: Book Club, Mental Health

Event Details:

Looking for a book club with no assigned reading or focused discussions? Then joining our Silent Book Club® may be for you!

Silent Book Club®

5:30pm–6:30pm

Teen, Adult

Watts-Midtown Branch

Library Branch: Watts-Midtown Branch

Room: Watts-Midtown Community Room

Age Group: Teen, Adult

Program Type: Book Club, Mental Health

Event Details:

Looking for a book club with no assigned reading or focused discussions? Then joining our Silent Book Club® may be for you!

Silent Book Club®

5:30pm–6:30pm

Teen, Adult

Watts-Midtown Branch

Library Branch: Watts-Midtown Branch

Room: Watts-Midtown Community Room

Age Group: Teen, Adult

Program Type: Book Club, Mental Health

Event Details:

Looking for a book club with no assigned reading or focused discussions? Then joining our Silent Book Club® may be for you!

Silent Book Club®

5:30pm–6:30pm

Teen, Adult

Watts-Midtown Branch

Library Branch: Watts-Midtown Branch

Room: Watts-Midtown Community Room

Age Group: Teen, Adult

Program Type: Book Club, Mental Health

Event Details:

Looking for a book club with no assigned reading or focused discussions? Then joining our Silent Book Club® may be for you!

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