30 Mar 2023

Davenport Public Library Hosts Local Poet and St Ambrose Professor Emily Kingery

By Brittany Peacock

DAVENPORT, IOWA (March 30, 2023) — On Thursday, April 6, 6PM, at Eastern, come celebrate National Poetry Month with the Davenport Public Library as we host local poet and St Ambrose professor Emily Kingery. Her work has been widely published in journals and has been selected for several honors and awards in poetry and prose.

27 Mar 2023

Davenport Public Library QC Made Series to Visit Habitat for Humanity

By Brittany Peacock

DAVENPORT, IOWA (March 27, 2023) — On Saturday, April 1, 10AM, attendees will take a tour of another outstanding local business! Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities has built over 100 homes locally for those in need. Join us on a QC Made tour of the Restore and warehouse to see how they repurpose products and streamline the construction process.

This is an offsite tour at Habitat for Humanity, 3625 Mississippi Ave, Davenport, IA 52807

23 Mar 2023

Davenport Public Library Welcomes Author Robin C Abbott

By Brittany Peacock

DAVENPORT, IOWA (March 23, 2023) — On Thursday, March 30, 6:30PM, Fairmount, Robin C Abbott will present a program based on her book, Sound Advice: How to Help Your Child with SPD, Autism, and ADHD from the Inside Out. In this program, personal stories of a pediatric occupational therapist are integrated with current science on why some children struggle to learn and adapt.

22 Mar 2023

Davenport Public Library Rresents “Rain Gardens and Local Cost Share Programs”

By Brittany Peacock

DAVENPORT, IOWA (March 22, 2023) — Did you know installing attractive landscapes such as rain gardens on your property can help improve water quality and reduce stormwater run-off? On Wednesday, March 29, 6PM, Eastern, and Monday, April 24, 3PM, Fairmount, Davenport’s Clean Water Manager Amy Kay and local homeowner Gina Haddock will walk attendees through what a rain garden is, how to plan and maintain one, and the benefits of adding this eye-catching water-quality feature to any home.

21 Mar 2023

The Civil Air Patrol is Celebrating Its 75th Anniversary

By Brittany Peacock

DAVENPORT, IOWA (March 21, 2023) — Join us on Wednesday, March 29, 6PM, Eastern in recounting the Civil Air Patrol history in the Quad Cities and nationally. It opened a new chapter in aviation with the establishment of the United States Air Force. As we reflect on the last 75 years, we’ll examine some of the most significant accomplishments as we look toward an exciting future.

This program is great for teens and adults of all ages.

17 Mar 2023

Davenport Public Library to Explore Local Business with Program “QC Made: 7G Distributing”

By Brittany Peacock

DAVENPORT, IOWA (March 17, 2023) — On Thursday, March 23, 3:30PM, we have another opportunity to visit a thriving local business that makes the QC Great. Our local Budweiser distributor, 7G represents over 500 different beverage brands, delivering to fourteen counties and selling over 5.6 million cases annually. Join us for a tour of the bustling warehouse.

This is an offsite tour at 7G Distributing 3200 Research Pkwy, Davenport, Iowa, 52806

13 Mar 2023

"Rugby: More Than Just a Game"

By Brittany Peacock

DAVENPORT, IOWA (March 13, 2023) — What should you do now that the NFL season is over? Take up Rugby of course! Quad City Rugby will informally teach you about the game with video and educational materials. Rugby extends beyond the game, instilling great virtues within players including teamwork, sportsmanship, discipline, respect, and enjoyment for all. Join us on Monday, March 20, 6PM, at Main for this exciting program.

09 Mar 2023

Davenport Public Library to host “Death Café”

By Brittany Peacock

DAVENPORT, IOWA (March 9, 2023) — Join us the third Wednesday of the month, March-May, from 5:30-7:30PM at Eastern for a Death Café. A Death Café is a group directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives, or themes. It is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counselling session. All are welcome to attend any/all sessions and can participate as much as they are comfortable.

06 Mar 2023

Davenport Public Library to Host “Traveling Different: Vacation Strategies for Parents of the Anxious, Inflexible, and Neurodiverse”

By Brittany Peacock

DAVENPORT, IOWA (March 6, 2023) — Join us on Monday, March 13, 6PM, at Fairmount or virtually via Zoom to learn tips to soothe the travel hiccups of any family, especially those on the autism spectrum or with mood/attention disorders. This program is presented by Dawn M Barclay, an award-winning author who has spent a career working in different aspects of the travel industry.

Registration is required. This program is recommended for adults.

03 Mar 2023

Davenport Public Library to Host “Dante: Our Journey Towards Wholeness” Series

By Brittany Peacock

DAVENPORT, IOWA (March 3, 2023) — Join us at Eastern for a three-week series of programs beginning Saturday, March 11, 3PM. Our guide Daniel Christian will lead you on a journey to explore the works and world of Dante Alighieri — and learn more about yourself in the process. Each week we will focus on one of the three parts of the “Divine Comedy”: Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso. Participants are welcome to join in for any portion of the series.

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