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Delayed Opening

Saturday, February 22nd

All three Davenport Public Library Locations will open at 11 am on Saturday, February 22nd due to Strategic Planning Focus Groups.

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Seed Library Kick-Off

Saturday, March 1st at 10am | Main

Join us for the Seed Library Kick-Off event! We will be making wildflower seed bombs from 10am-noon and our freshly stocked Seed Library will be open all day. Seats are limited, registration required.

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Preschool Fair

Saturday, March 1st at 10am | Eastern

Do you have a toddler or preschool-aged child? Are you looking for a great place for your child to learn and play? ​You won't want to miss our Preschool Fair, a unique opportunity to meet with and talk to staff from local preschools and other early learning and play centers.

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2025 Online Reading Challenge

Spend the year reading a different genre each month.Read the suggested title for the month, or choose one on your own. This reading challenge is low-pressure and ideal for someone who wants to read more.

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2025 All Iowa Reads Selections

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2025 All Iowa Reads Selections

February 21, 2025 -

The State Library of Iowa has announced the 2025 All Iowa Reads titles! I look forward to this announcement every year. Per the State Library of Iowa’s website, ‘Established in 2003, the purpose of All Iowa Reads is to foster a sense of unity through reading. Iowans are encouraged to

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1000 Books Before Kindergarten

The 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program is a free, self-paced, program designed to support babies, toddlers, and young children in developing essential early literacy skills. This initiative aims to prepare them for school readiness and foster a foundation for lifelong success!

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Library Shirts!

T-shirts, sweatshirts, stickers, bags, and more designed by library lovers, for library lovers! Each purchase helps Davenport Public Library fulfill its mission to connect a diverse community to resources that educate, enrich, and entertain.

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The Library's Foundation

The FRIENDS is a 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to raising funds and managing an endowment portfolio to support The Library's initiatives. The FRIENDS operate used bookstores at each Davenport Public Library location.

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