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Library Card Sign-up Month!

September is Library Card Sign-up Month, and The Library is celebrating! Giveaways, pop-ups, discounts from local businesses, and more are all happening throughout the month.

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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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Upcoming Programs & Events View All Events

Sep 11 | 10:00 AM

Walkers & Wigglers Storytime
  • Story Room
  • Play
  • Storytimes

Sep 11 | 4:00 PM

Teen Gaming
  • Brooke Room, SCRA Room
  • Gaming
Rock Island Arsenal ASC Series: Civil War History

Sep 11 | 6:00 PM

Rock Island Arsenal ASC Series: Civil War History
  • Meeting Room A
  • Educational

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Expiration Dates by Rebecca Serle

From the Blog

Expiration Dates by Rebecca Serle

September 11, 2024 -

“But being surprised by life isn’t losing, it’s living. It’s messy and uncomfortable and complicated and beautiful. It’s life, all of it. The only way to get it wrong is to refuse to play.” ― Rebecca Serle, Expiration Dates If you’re looking for a romance with a slight magical twist,

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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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