Week Calendar

Young children and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of short books, action rhymes and songs.

For ages 0 - 5 years old.

Children and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of books, action rhymes and songs.

For ages 0 - 5 years old.

Do your toddlers love to get messy?  Bring them to Petite Picassos where they can use all of their senses with hands on art.  We will take care of the mess as they create their masterpieces.  

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

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

Do you love the smell of popcorn and the thrill of watching movies with others? Join in on the fun and come to our Downtown Movie Club! This month's selection is a modern take on the classic story of a princess who lives in the woods.

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

Trouble from the Mississippi River -- The Floods of 1927 and 1937

Looking for assistance with computer skills and searching for jobs?

You’ve heard it said a hundred times: moving your body is good for your mental health. But for most of us, it can be hard to know where to begin, and what to do to make the most of the time you spend moving your body. 

Fun activities and crafts every week Tuesdays at Watts-Midtown and Thursdays at Southwest!! Come for fun every week for Elementary age kids (K-6)!

Fun activities and crafts every week Tuesdays at Watts-Midtown and Thursdays at Southwest!! Come for fun every week for Elementary age kids (K-6)!

Looking for volunteer hours? Join us for Teen Advisory Group, and learn about volunteering at the library. At TAG, you will:

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The Rock Island Public Library Board of Trustees meets regularly at 5 pm on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at the Downtown Library, 401 19th Street.

Please note this group will start meeting on the third Wednesday of each month (rather than the third Thursday) beginning in September! 

Celebrate Hobbit Day a little early this year at our upcoming Polymer Clay Workshop! Join us on Thursday, September 18th, as we make Hobbit-inspired clay pendants. This is a guided program with all supplies provided.

Job seekers can breathe a little easier because you can use JobSearch, a service provided by your local Rock Island Library. All you need is a valid library card to help you in your search for work.

Join us as we discuss Good Poems by Garrison Keillor!

If Blue’s Clues was part of your childhood, you probably remember Steve — the striped shirt, the notebook, and the way he made everything feel okay.

Now, he’s back — not for the kids, but for you.

Ticketed performance of the Bucktown Americana Music Show. Bucktown is renting the Watts-Midtown Branch auditorium for their 2025-2026 season.

Come for a night on the patio at the Watts-Midtown Branch! We're taking advantage of our extended hours (thanks Bucktown!) to offer a free evening of snacks and entertainment for teens.