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Library Closing

Tuesday, December 24th and Wednesday, December 25th

All three Davenport Public Library locations will be closed in observance of Christmas.

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City of Davenport Paintings

Beginning November 1st, the Main Library will have a small art exhibition displaying eleven paintings by local artist T.F. Hempel. Pulled from The Library’s Richardson-Sloane Special Collections Center, the paintings feature The City of Davenport as their muse. The exhibition is open during The Library’s operating hours and will be on display through the end of 2024. 

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Upcoming Programs & Events View All Events

Dec 23 | 10:00 AM

Pre-K Prep Storytime
  • Story Room
  • Storytimes

Dec 23 | 1:00 PM

Teen DIY: Mini Winter Wreaths
  • SCRA Room
  • Arts & Crafts

Dec 23 | 3:00 PM

Teen Advisory Board: Storytime Training
  • Story Room
  • Educational

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November 2024 QCL Wrap

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November 2024 QCL Wrap

December 20, 2024 -

In November, Morgan and I read The Girls in Navy Blue by Alix Rickloff in honor of Veteran’s Day on November 11th. Below is a short synopsis of the book and what I thought of it!  1918: Viv, holding tight a secret, enlists in the United States Navy as part of

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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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The FRIENDS of the Davenport Public Library is dedicated to raising funds and managing an endowment portfolio to support The Library's initiatives. Additionally, the FRIENDS oversee the operation of used bookstores at each Davenport Public Library location.

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