Community Calendar

Aaron Baker from the German American Heritage Center will talk about German American history in the Quad Cities.

This program is for adults.

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

Come dance your wiggles out! We’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories. And stick around afterwards for free play for the little ones!

All ages welcome, best for children ages 18 months to 4 years.

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

Join The Library at Autistic & Loved Sensory Gym for a Pop-Up Library and Yoga Storytime visit! Attendees will have the opportunity to browse from a collection of materials for check out, register for a library card and place holds. Storytime attendees can expect stories to be shared with yoga participation featured.

This is an offsite event - 3811 Harrison St Suite 200, Davenport, IA 52806.

This program is great for children and families of all ages.

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

Join us after storytime for play and socialization for toddlers and preschoolers. Children will get time to explore play and pretend with cars, toys, or any place their imagination takes them.

Best for children ages 1-4 years and their grown-ups.

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

Brown Bag Book Club is a traditional, casual-atmosphere discussion group that takes place during a late-lunch hour. Books are recently published adult fiction and nonfiction titles, as well as the occasional classic or backlist novel. It meets on the 4th Wednesday of the month at 1:00 pm at the Eastern Branch. Books can be signed out from the Eastern Branch on a first-come, first-serve basis.

In October we will be reading: A Witch’s Guide to Magical Innkeeping by Sangu Mandamma (2025)– A whimsical novel about a witch who has a second chance to get her magical power — and her life — back on track.

November 25 – The Overnight Guest by Heather Gudenkauf
December 23 – Before Dorothy by Hazel Gaynor

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

Come enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and plenty of playful fun! This afternoon storytime is a great way for little ones and their grown-ups to learn and grow together while building early literacy skills through reading and play. All ages welcome, best for children ages 0-5.

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

An after-school club for girls in 3rd-8th grade who are interested in learning to code. The club is for beginners to explore coding in a fun and friendly environment. Registration is required.

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

Movies fresh from the theater with free snacks and drinks! Join us on the fourth Wednesday of the month July - December at 5:30pm at Eastern for Recent Releases. Movies are announced one week from the date of the movie. Call 563-326-7832 for the title of the movie. Movies are rated PG – PG-13.

October 28 movie: Power Ballad, rated R; for language throughout and some drug use. Starring Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas, Peter McDonald, Marcella Plunkett, Havana Rose Liu, Jack Reynor. When Rick, a past-his-prime wedding singer, meets fading boy-band star Danny during a gig, the two bond over music and a late-night jam session. But when Danny turns one of Rick's songs into the hit that reignites his career, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves even if it means risking everything he cares about. From writer-director John Carney, Power Ballad is a feel-good story about music, self-respect, friendship, and the price of ambition.

Registration is not required. This program is recommended for adults.

Program dates: July 22, August 26, September 23, October 28, November 25, and December 23.

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

Understanding Pastoral Taxes & Church Finances
A Free Educational Workshop for Pastors and Church Leaders presented by Tom Hammar and Molly Shattuck

Running a church comes with unique financial responsibilities and tax considerations. Join us for a practical and informative session designed to help pastors, church staff, bookkeepers, treasurers, and board members better understand the financial issues facing churches today.

Topics Include:
- Unique tax rules for pastors
- Housing allowance updates and considerations
- Payroll and compensation issues
- Church financial best practices
- Common compliance pitfalls
- Questions and answers with experienced church tax professionals

This educational event is provided as a community service and offers practical guidance and resources for church leaders. There is no cost to attend. Please rsvp to support@centennialtax.com or 563-900-5900 by Friday, October 22 to reserve your seat.

A special storytime for babies who are not yet walking and their grown-ups. Emphasis is on interaction between caregivers and babies through music, action, and stories. If your child is already on the move, check out our Walkers & Wigglers Storytime instead.

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