Annual celebration of the freedom to read and think as you like. Features readings of favorite passages from banned or challenged books by local readers, writers, and other fans of the written word....
Short talk and discussion, led by Dr. David Schwartz, professor of journalism and media at Augustana College. Take a look at the current media climate with a discussion about fake news vs credible news, and how to tell the difference....
Come in for stories, songs and a craft. For ages 5 and under....
Join us to celebrate the science, yes science, of Star Wars! Fun projects for all ages. Get ready for Episode VIII with experiments and technologies that show how Star Wars has predicted real technologies. Enjoy crafts...
ROCK ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY PRESENTS // GAME NIGHT! Join us at the Main Library for Gaming Night! Check out our Wii U, play Xbox 360 and Wii games, and enjoy board games and snacks—plus, see what you can catch in Pokemon...
THE ROCK ISLAND LIBRARY PRESENTS // Librarian Out & About Adventure Camp We will be sharing the love of reading and promoting library services to participants in the Parks Adventure Camp at Longview Park. For more information, please go here ...
ROCK ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY PRESENTS // POKEMON WALK Meet us at the Downtown Rock Island Public Library and join us on a walk looking for Pokemon! Visit nearby Gyms and Pokestops and see what you can catch during the hour long...