01 Nov 2021

WWI Lecture Series: The Armistice and The Occupation of Germany, Hosted by the Davenport Public Library

By Lexie Reiling

DAVENPORT, IOWA (November 1, 2021) — Join Kevin Braafladt, the Army Sustainment Command Deputy Historian at the Rock Island Arsenal, and the Army Sustainment Command History Office on Wednesday, November 10, 6PM, in exploring the history of WWI through a discussion of the Armistice and the occupation of Germany.

04 Aug 2021

WWI Lecture Series: Pershing's First Army Hosted by the Davenport Public Library

By Lexie Reiling

DAVENPORT, IOWA (August 4, 2021) — Join Kevin Braafladt, the Army Sustainment Command Deputy Historian at the Rock Island Arsenal, and the Army Sustainment Command History Office on Wednesday, August 11, 6PM, in exploring the history of WWI through a discussion of General John Joseph Pershing's First Army. Delve deeper into First World War history by learning about Quad Cities and Rock Island Arsenal historical ties.

10 Jun 2021

Recommended Reads: LGBTQ+ Pride Month Presented by the Davenport Public Library

By Lexie Reiling

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 10, 2021) — Join the Davenport Public Library on Thursday, June 17, 3PM, as our librarians recommend all-ages titles for LGBTQ+ Pride Month that can be found at the Library. This program will be presented on Facebook Live at www.facebook.com/davenportlibrary and Instagram Live at www.instagram.com/davenportlibrary.

18 Feb 2021

“Louise Burtis and Matilda Hilbring: Biracial Women in Early Quad Cities History” Hosted by the Davenport Public Library

By Lexie Reiling

DAVENPORT, IOWA (February 18, 2021) — The Davenport Public Library is pleased to host the virtual presentation “Louise Burtis and Matilda Hilbring: Biracial Women in Early Quad Cities History” presented by Jane Simonsen, Professor of History and Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at Augustana College on Tuesday, March 2, 6:30PM, on Zoom.

18 Feb 2021

Tiffany D Jackson Virtual Author Visit Hosted by the Davenport Public Library and the Rock Island Public Library

By Lexie Reiling

DAVENPORT, IOWA (February 18, 2021) — The Davenport Public Library and the Rock Island Public Library are excited to announce a virtual visit with award-winning young adult author, Tiffany D Jackson on Tuesday, March 9! We are happy to welcome her into the classrooms and home-learning spaces of students on both sides of the M

12 Feb 2021

Redlining: A History of Systemic Racism in Our Community Hosted by the Davenport Public Library

By Lexie Reiling

DAVENPORT, IOWA (February 12, 2021) — Join us Monday, February 22, 6:30PM, for a virtual presentation by the Davenport Civil Rights Commission. Davenport is not immune to racism. Learn about redlining in historic neighborhoods and other systemic discrimination issues that have happened in Davenport.

10 Feb 2021

Reorganize Your Space Hosted by the Davenport Public Library

By Lexie Reiling

DAVENPORT, IOWA (February 10, 2021) — It can be overwhelming and emotional dealing with accumulated papers, mementos, and general household items in times of transition. Lean on Me is a certified senior move manager and organizing coach in the Quad Cities and Chicago. Join us Saturday, March 6, 2PM, on Zoom for this virtual presentation and hear their downsizing/rightsizing solutions one step at a time.

10 Feb 2021

Industrial Hemp in Iowa Hosted by the Davenport Public Library

By Lexie Reiling

DAVENPORT, IOWA (February 10, 2021) — What does the re-legalization of industrial hemp mean for Iowa? How is it grown? Can it compete with corn or replace single-use plastics?

08 Feb 2021

Iowa Statehood Book Club Presented by the Davenport Public Library

By Lexie Reiling

DAVENPORT, IOWA (February 8, 2021) — Join us for the whole year in celebrating the 175th Anniversary of Iowa by discussing books relating to Iowa history. We will be starting off the conversation with each of the four books selected by the State Historical Society of Iowa's Iowa History Book Club.

05 Feb 2021

Make Your Website Work for You Hosted by the Davenport Public Library

By Lexie Reiling

DAVENPORT, IOWA (February 5, 2021) — In today's business climate, it's more important than ever to have a professional website. Learn how to create a search-friendly website that drives user action and supports your goals on Wednesday, February 24, 6:30PM. Whether you’re launching a new website or sprucing up an old one, this workshop will help.

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