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Main Library Construction

The Main Library is currently undergoing interior and exterior construction affecting the front entrance. Until further notice, please enter The Library at the 4th Street side entrance. The construction is a part of our 2024 Main Library Renovation. To learn more about the renovation plans, click below.

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Davenport Votes

Davenport Votes is a non-partisan multi-media approach to encourage local civic engagement. Visit Davenport Votes to; Check your voter registration, find your precinct and polling place, learn more on voting with disabilities, request an absentee ballot, and more!

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T-shirts, stickers, bags, and more designed by library lovers, for library lovers! A portion of each purchase goes to the FRIENDS of Davenport Public Library who support The Library’s mission to connect a diverse community to resources that educate, enrich, and entertain.

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SUBMISSIONS OPEN!

Calling all local musicians! If you have an EP or full-length album and regularly perform in the Quad Cities, we want your music on QC Beats!

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Community Outreach

The Community Outreach team at Davenport Public Library delivers services and materials to organizations and groups out in our community! The Community Outreach team is now taking outreach requests!

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October Picture Book Spotlight: Fall/Spooky

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October Picture Book Spotlight: Fall/Spooky

Welcome to spooky season everyone! This month, I will be sharing a variety of titles sure to delight all of our fall lovers! Crankenstein by Samantha Berger illustrated by Dan Santat A boy who looks ordinary transforms into grumbling Crankenstein when faced with a rainy day, a melting popsicle, or

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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 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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