DAVENPORT, IOWA (January 19, 2021) — Prior to our current pandemic, nearly 20% of people experienced some form of mental illness. Now that we are in the middle of it, mental health challenges have affected even more people. Unfortunately, most of those affected by mental illness either delay seeking help, often for years, or not at all, primarily due to the stigma associated with it.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (January 19, 2021) — Beginning today, the Davenport Public Library’s Eastern Ave (6000 Eastern Ave) and Fairmount St (3000 Fairmount St) branches will reinstate limited library services, including in-person browsing for 30 minutes per day. The 30-minute browsing time can also include the use of the Library’s fax machine, scanner, and copier.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (January 15, 2021) — Looking for something to do during the dark days of winter? Join us for our Visible Mending programming! Over 8 weeks beginning January 19, 2PM, we'll talk about visible mending and practice several mending techniques. Some examples include felt patches, boro patching, sashiko stitching, weaving, applique, and reverse applique.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (January 12, 2021) — A 1903 editorial in the Chicago Record-Herald claimed our very own Davenport swiped New York City's title as the "Worst Town in America." Join author Jonathan Turner for a look at what earned Bucktown such a dubious honor. Registration is required.