DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 8, 2020) — Hey Teens! Can you think of a ridiculous tabloid headline? Or lyrics from a sad country song? Join Miss Amber for a ridiculous game of Bring Your Own Book on Zoom on June 15 and July 16 at 2PM. Registration required and teens only (ages 11-19).

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 8, 2020) — Join us on YouTube on Monday, June 15, 2PM, as Miss Holly shares rock painting tips to help you to make a set of story stones and a carrying pouch. Story stones are smooth rocks with animals or objects on them that are used together to foster storytelling, creative play, and conversations with a child.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 29, 2020) — The annual Red, White, and Boom fireworks display in downtown Davenport and Rock Island has been rescheduled for July 3, 2021.

“Red, White, and Boom always has been a bi-state event, and in the spirit of regionalism, we felt it was the right thing to do to move the event to a time when both states can participate,” said Jason Gilliliand, Events Director for the Downtown Davenport Partnership. “We look forward to an epic event in 2021.”

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 27, 2020) — Join us on Facebook Live every Wednesday beginning June 10 at 10AM for an enriching storytime for you and your baby! Rhymes, songs, and stories perfect for interacting in an intentional way with your 0-12-month-old. No registration required. Find the Library on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/davenportlibrary/.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 27, 2020) — Kids age 8 and above are invited to learn basic sewing skills as you create with magic and whimsy! Beginning Tuesday, June 9, and each Tuesday in June at 1PM, there will be new projects each week. An instructional video will be available on the Library's YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/DavPubLib  and a class with virtual hands-on help will be held via Zoom.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 22, 2020) — Explore history through Kevin Wood's vivid portrayal of Abraham Lincoln, one of our nation's most beloved and esteemed historical figures. On May 28, 6PM, Davenport Public Library will present Lincoln the Lawyer: Portrayals of Abraham Lincoln on the Library’s YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/DavPubLib.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 15, 2020) — Did you know that with warmer weather approaching that you may see more turtles? Ms Amy from Nahant Marsh Education Center will be reading “Turtle Crossing” during this special storytime on Thursday, May 21, 4PM, on DPL’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/davenportlibrary/. We are so thankful for her and the rest of the Nahant Marsh staff!

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 13, 2020) — Due to interest in QC Life in The New Normal Writing Project, we’ve added another round of entries — June 30 is the deadline for Phase Two. You may submit pieces even if you’ve already participated in Phase One.

As before, send us your diary entries, essays, or poems to tell us what it's like in your home and your hometown.

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (May 11, 2020) — With the recent coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic keeping more Americans at home, the American Heart Association, the leading voluntary health organization focused on heart and brain health for all, is embracing the new normal and moving its iconic Quad Cities Heart Walk online.

The Quad Cities Heart Walk is a fun and meaningful way to celebrate heart and stroke survivors, raise lifesaving funds and encourage physical activity.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 11, 2020) — Are you missing our popular Read to a Dog program? We sure do! Grab a book and tune in to Facebook Live on Monday nights at 6PM. Our favorite library pups will be there waiting for you to read them a story. Can't make it at 6:00? No problem! You can find past Read to a Dog videos in our Facebook Video Playlists at www.facebook.com/davenportlibrary/ and on our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/DavPubLib.

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