Tomorrow: History of the Ignaugural Address
The media is abuzz with plans for the newest presidental inauguration, but what's the historical importance of these speeches? Join us tomorrow, Jan. 9, as Dr. Steve Klien of Augustana College presents -
American Identity and Inaugural Addresses, Wednesday, Jan. 9, at 6:00 pm in our Main Library.
Featuring Dr. Steve Klien of Augustana College's Communication Studies Department, the program will consider the role of these speeches in shaping American political and cultural identity. From words by FDR to John F. Kennedy, some inaugural speeches have played a lasting role in American culture.
Join us, as we take another look at a national ritual 224 years in the making, with highlights from some of the most powerful and important orations in US history!
Teen Fun @ Your Library
Read to Survive, Survive to Read Teen READ challenge is Jan. 6-Jan. 26. Forms are available all Rock Island Library locations. Read, survive and win!
After you pick up your challenge form, take part in a Teen Read Scavenger Hunt, at 6:00 pm THIS Thursday, Jan. 10, at the Rock Island Main Library. Test your survival skills and see if you have what it takes to follow the clues and stay alive in this battle of endurance and wits! Come and try your luck for a chance to win great prizes! Ages 12-18.
More teen fun in January:
Jan. 17: Teen Trivia Night, 6:00 pm, Main Library
Jan. 22: Teen Gaming Night, 6:00 pm, Main Library
Jan. 31: Teen Iron Chef, 6:00 pm, Main Library.
Do You Have An E-reader?
Try our second session of Getting Started with Downloading eBooks for help with checking out free books for your eReader, tablet, computer or smartphone: 5:30 pm, Tuesday, Jan. 15, SOUTHWEST Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Road. Free, no registration required.
Looking for something to do with the kids next Friday?
Friday, Jan. 18 is an early dismissal day for Rock Island/Milan school. If you're looking for something to do, bring them to our Friday Fest movie at the Main Library. "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days" starts at 1:00 pm in the 2nd floor Community Room. It's rated PG.
