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Formal Wear Giveaway

January 30 & 31

The Library invites you to our annual Formal Wear Giveaway! Patrons can browse the donations and take home one of each garment-type. Changing areas will be provided to try on clothing.

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Library of Things

The newest expansion of The Library's collection! The Library of Things has a variety of items that you might want to use one time, try before you buy, or enjoy for free over and over again! Available at all three Davenport Public Library Locations.

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Storytimes at The Library

The Library offers a variety of storytimes each week. Storytimes include reading, singing, and sometimes dancing! Find the storytime that fits you and your little one's needs.

Storytime Dates

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Library Book Clubs

Davenport Public Library offers a variety of monthly book clubs for adults, teens, and children! Make new friends and discover new books.

Book Club Dates

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From the Blog

New Children’s Nonfiction

January 20, 2026 -

When I want to read nonfiction, I gravitate towards the children’s section. Children’s nonfiction titles help develop a deeper knowledge of the world and serve as a great introduction to new topics. Nonfiction has always been difficult for me to read, but I have found that children’s nonfiction utilizes informational

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

The 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program is FREE and lets families read at their own pace. It helps babies, toddlers, and little kids get ready for school by building strong reading skills. Reading lots of books now can help them do well later in life!

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Show your love for The Library!

You can buy t-shirts, sweatshirts, stickers, bags, and more made by people who love libraries. When you buy something, you help Davenport Public Library share books, learning, and fun with everyone in our community!.

Buy Library Shirts

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The FRIENDS help The Library!

The FRIENDS is a special group that raises money to support The Library. They run used bookstores at every Library location and pay for all the fun programs The Library offers!.

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