DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 26, 2021) — The FRIENDS of the Davenport Public Library have graciously sponsored a new, limited, service for patrons unable to get to the Library. Borrow by Mail kicks off on November 1. Are you unable to make it to the Library but still want to receive Library materials? Now is your chance to enjoy Library materials without leaving your home!

DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 21, 2021) — Many Quad Citians who know of the Black Hawk War of 1832 may assume that the Sauk and Meskwaki people were forced far to the West after the war. While these tribal nations did sustain massive land losses after the war, Native people remained in the area for years, and of these, a significant number--many of them women--pursued land claims as individuals. Join us Thursday, November 4, 6:30PM, at Fairmount St (3000 N.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 21, 2021) — Join Figge educator, Kelsey Vandercoy, for an in-person talk all about Haitian art on Saturday, November 6, 3PM, at Eastern Ave (6000 Eastern Ave). The Figge Art Museum houses one of the world’s largest collections of Haitian art outside of Haiti itself. Vandercoy will give a brief presentation about the basics of Haitian art and why the Figge has so much of it, followed by a hands-on art activity related to the lesson.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 18, 2021) — Join us Wednesday, November 3, 6PM, for a presentation by author William Hampes. When people think of television and film Westerns, what tends to come to mind are the great feats of physical bravery of the heroes.