DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 4, 2021) — Juneteenth — short for “June Nineteenth” — marks the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas were told by Union troops that they were free. Since then, the date has become a national celebration of emancipation. Join us Tuesday, June 15, 6:30PM, for a virtual discussion led by Ryan Saddler, CEO of the Friends of MLK Inc as we talk about the history and celebration of Juneteenth.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 4, 2021) — LGBTQ+ resistance has a long history in the United States. Join us Thursday, June 10, 6:30PM, for a virtual presentation by Dr Caroline Radesky, Visiting Assistant Professor at The University of Iowa. Dr Radesky will discuss how LGBTQ+ people have pushed back against cultural oppression in the U.S. from 1600 to the 20th century.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 2, 2021) — It's National Pet Appreciation Week! On June 7, 6PM, at Fairmount St (3000 Fairmount St) show your pal how much you care with a handmade toy. We'll have options for almost every pet - dogs and cats of course, but also our small, scaly, and feathered friends! Best for ages 7+.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 2, 2021) — Wrap up National Pet Appreciation Week with a celebration of our furry, feathered, and otherwise fantastic friends at our Virtual Pet Parade! On Saturday, June 12, 10AM, attendees will each take a turn showing off their perfect pet. Time per pet will be limited depending on the number of participants. You can use the registration questionnaire to guide your pet's time to shine! We can't wait to see all of your pets.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 1, 2021) — As people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias progress in their journey and the ability to use words is lost, families need new ways to connect. Communication is more than just talking and listening — it’s also about sending and receiving messages through attitude, tone of voice, facial expressions, and body language.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 27, 2021) — Calling all trivia players! Do you like to show off all the random bits of knowledge stored in your head? Of course you do! Join us Tuesday, June 1st, 6:30PM, on Zoom for a night of fun-filled trivia.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 27, 2021) — Join us outside at the Eastern Ave Branch (6000 Eastern Ave) Story Circle for songs and books every Tuesday in June and July at 10AM. Registration for each session is required at https://bit.ly/dpl-outdoorstorytime.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 27, 2021) — Kick off Summer Reading 2021: Reading Colors Your World by helping us color our world outside the library! We'll bring the chalk; you bring the creativity!

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 11, 2021) — May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Join us Tuesday, May 25, 6PM, for a discussion on various mental-health issues. We will talk about the associated signs and symptoms of different mental-health disorders. Also, we will talk about when to get professional help and how to do it. This presentation is presented by the Vera French Mental Health Center.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 11, 2021) — Join the Library Monday, May 24, 6:30PM, for a virtual craft and socialize hour! Bring your current project: knitting, crocheting, quilting, journaling, anything craft-related, and socialize online with other crafters for an hour. We'll provide the (virtual) space and you bring your projects!

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