May continues to bloom with free Rock Island Public Library programs for those with interests in history, culture, music and the natural world. Upcoming free library programs include:
May continues to bloom with free library programs for those with interests in history, culture, music and the natural world. Upcoming Rock Island Public Library programs include:
Monday, May 13: World War II: Japan vs. the US. Free history documentary shown at the Rock Island Downtown Library, 401 19th Street, at 2 pm in the Community Room. The film reconstructs the Pacific theater campaign of World War II through original footage, mostly in color. Free, for adults.
Also on Monday, a free Job Search class with the Black Hawk College Career Services Center. The free event takes place from 11 am to noon on Monday, May 13 at the Rock Island Downtown Library, 401 19th Street. The library also offers free job search and computer skills help from Goodwill Industries on most Tuesdays, from 4:30 pm to 6pm, also at the Downtown Library. The one-on-one help is available on a drop-in basis.
Tuesday, May 14: Quad City Arts Visiting Artist performance by Daniel Pak. 2 pm, at the Rock Island Watts-Midtown Branch, 2715 30th Street. Pak is a singer, songwriter and producer from the Seattle area who’s shared the stage with reggae royalty, including The Wailers, Steel Pulse, and Toots and the Maytals. He’s performed as a solo artist since 2018. Free music for all ages.
Also on Tuesday, May 14: Shakespeare’s Life in His Works, presented by Genesius Guild. Special presentation by the Rock Island amateur theater company, in advance of their summer season at Lincoln Park. The presentation explores Shakespeare’s life and impact through such plays as Othello, Midsummer Night’s Dream, Hamlet, Merry Wives of Windsor, and more. 6:30 pm at the Rock Island Watts-Midtown Branch, 2715 30th Street. Free open to all ages.
Reservations are also still open for the monthly Family Craft on Tuesday, May 14 at the Rock Island Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Road, Rock Island. Registered participants will decorate a canvas bag with colorfast markers. The event is free, and all materials are supplied. To sign up, visit the library website or call the Children’s Room at 309-732-7338.
On Wednesday, May 15, the library offers its monthly Family Storytime. The 6 pm event is at the Watts-Midtown Branch and features stories, songs, and a craft or activity for ages 5 and under with their families. It’s free and open to all.
Saturday, May 18, Wildflower Walk at Black Hawk State Historic Site. The 10 am walk requires registration, and is limited to a total of 23 participants. The event is free and open to all ages, though participants should note that that terrain at the park is uneven, and not suitable for strollers. To register, visit the Rock Island Library website or call 309-732-7341 during library hours.
All Rock Island Public Library locations are also serving as drop-off points for The Arc of the Quad Cities and Quad Cities Disability Awareness Coalition two-week community-wide food drive, which runs through Tuesday May 21, 2024. Boxes are available at the Downtown Library, Southwest Branch, and Watts-Midtown Branch.
Rock Island Public Library-presented events are free and open to the public.
For more information about library services and upcoming events, visit the library’s website, call 309-732-READ, or follow the Rock Island Library Facebook and Instagram social media sites.