Community Calendar

The Monster Society is an elite secret group whose goal is to educate about the things that go bump in the night. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to first learn about a monster and then execute a craft pertaining to said monster. As always, should you or any of your fellow Society members be caught, the Secretary will disavow any knowledge of your actions.​

This program is designed for tweens ages 8 to 12. This month's monsters are werewolves.

We strive to make our programs inclusive to all. For accommodation requests, please reach out to youthservicesandprogrammingstaff@davenportlibrary.com.

Are you ready for hypothetical riches? Train to be a wolf of Wall Street without spending a dime. We’ll get together to discuss strategies for success in the REAL stock market using simulated money at tradingview.com.

This program is best suited to adults.

We strive to make our programs inclusive to all. For accommodation requests, please reach out to bfuhr@davenportlibrary.com

Due to renovations at Fairmount, this group will meet at Eastern this month. We will return to Fairmount next month.

A book club for Littles (kids in 3rd through 5th grade) and their Bigs (adults or older siblings) to read a book together. We will discuss the book and do some book-related crafts and activities. Registration is required. September's book club selection is Not Nothing by Gayle Forman. Copies of the book can be picked up at the service desk at the Davenport Public Library at Eastern or checked out from the other libraries.

We strive to make our programs inclusive to all. For accommodation requests, please reach out to youthservicesandprogrammingstaff@davenportlibrary.com.

Romance readers! Join us for Book Lovers, a book club featuring a variety of romance novels! We'll discuss a new book each month, along with our favorite romance tropes and happily ever afters. A limited number of copies of the book will be available at the Eastern Branch on a first-come, first-served basis. This program is intended for adults.

We will discuss The Fastest Way to Fall by Denise Williams. Britta didn't plan on falling for her personal trainer, and Wes didn't plan on Britta. Plans change and it's unclear if love, career, or both will meet them at the finish line. Britta Colby works for a lifestyle website, and when tasked to write about her experience with a hot new body-positive fitness app that includes personal coaching, she knows it's a major opportunity to prove she should write for the site full-time. As CEO of the FitMe app, Wes Lawson finally has the financial security he grew up without, but despite his success, his floundering love life and complicated family situation leaves him feeling isolated and unfulfilled. He decides to get back to what he loves — coaching. Britta's his first new client and they click immediately. As weeks pass, she's surprised at how much she enjoys experimenting with her exercise routine. He's surprised at how much he looks forward to talking to her every day. They convince themselves their attraction is harmless, but when they start working out in person, Wes and Britta find it increasingly challenging to deny their chemistry and maintain a professional distance. Wes isn't supposed to be training clients, much less meeting with them, and Britta's credibility will be sunk if the lifestyle site finds out she's practically dating the fitness coach she's reviewing. Walking away from each other is the smartest thing to do, but running side by side feels like the start of something big.

Slow Art & Yin Yoga at the Figge
Instructor: Becky Nakashima Brooke

Age Range: Adult

Skill Level: All skill levels

Class Description:

Join us in observing a piece of art for few minutes, followed by meditative yin yoga practice led by Becky Nakashima Brooke. The class will end with savasana, with warm stones and eye masks offered during this time.

Slow art is the practice of spending more time observing art. The average person spends 8-30 seconds observing a piece of art. Slow art will allow you more time to connect with the art. The piece of art will be chosen for the class to view. Yin yoga is the practice of using seated and lying down poses to target the connective tissues around the joints, tendons, and fascia. We linger in the poses anywhere from 1 to 5 minutes. Reiki is offered during the poses for deeper relaxation. The time will be kept by Becky, but each of the students will have the freedom to adjust when needed. This practice is beneficial for all levels.

Come join us at Main to jump, shake, and shimmy the sillies out! Every Friday we’ll have stories, songs, and fun!

All ages welcome, best for children ages 1 to 5 years.

We strive to make our programs inclusive to all. For accommodation requests, please reach out to youthservicesandprogrammingstaff@davenportlibrary.com.

QC Farmers Market is real farmers and real food, with a beautiful sense of community.

Do you love knitting and crocheting? Do you love documentaries? Join us for Knit-Flix! Once a month we will show a documentary while we work on individual projects. Bring your own yarn and supplies or use some of ours. (If you don't want to craft, you are still welcome to come enjoy the movie.) Coffee and light refreshments will be provided.

This program is best suited for adults. Registration is not required.

September 5th movie: Marcella. Marcella Hazan didn't just teach Italian cooking she changed the way America eats. Fearless, passionate, and exacting, she introduced authentic recipes to millions. Julia Child called Marcella "my mentor in all things Italian." The intimate portrait reveals the beloved woman who forever shaped home kitchens.

We strive to make our programs inclusive to all. For accommodation requests, please reach out to reference@davenportlibrary.com.

Bring your family, friends, and leashed canine companions for an afternoon filled with fun, shopping, games, and community spirit.
We're excited to welcome Andy McCray from WHBF as our Master of Ceremonies for this special anniversary celebration!
Enjoy a casual half mile dog walk and visit a variety of local vendors and community partners, including:
• Blain's Farm & Fleet Moline
• Freedom Ride Pet Rescue
• Job's Daughters Bethel No. 5
• FureVer Friends
• Sermy's Custom Chaos
• Bog Woof Dog Daycare
• Pawsitive Equine
• Cathlenne's Rustic Creations
• Critter Kingdom Gift Shop & Pet Boutique
• Blackhawk Crematory
• Made by Paloma
• Fresh Flavor Salsa
• Plus many more local businesses, pet related vendors, rescues, artists, and community organizations!
Registration is just $25 and includes a commemorative 20th Annual Mutt Strut T-shirt and a Goodie Bag while supplies last. Bring a bag of cat or dog food to donate to the Quad City Animal Welfare Center and you'll be entered into a drawing to win a $100 Petco Gift Card! Every donation helps provide nutritious meals for the homeless animals in our care.
Every registration helps provide shelter, food, medical care, enrichment, and second chances for homeless animals cared for by the Quad City Animal Welfare Center.

For more information, visit www.qcawc.org or call (309) 787-6830.
Come celebrate 20 years of Mutt Strut with us while making a lifesaving difference for homeless animals. We can't wait to see you, your family, and your four-legged friends on Sunday, September 6!