From planning ahead for retirement to a look at local Native American history, adults can find plenty of lifelong learning with November programming at the Rock Island Library.
Plan Ahead for Retirement
On Monday, Nov. 4, the first of two programs on Social Security and Medicare Basics will be offered at 6:30 pm at the Rock Island Public Library Watts-Midtown Branch. Part 2 of the series follows Tuesday, Nov. 12, at the same time and location. The programs help adults approaching retirement plan ahead. In the two-part program, financial advisor Jaime Ragins will help participants gain a better understanding of:
- Social Security filing strategies,
- Factors to consider when producing income,
- How to create an income plan with Social Security and other retirement assets,
- The parts and costs of Medicare coverage,
- How Medicare works, and
- The impact of taxes on investments, retirement income, and other areas of retirement.
The program is open to any adult. Participants are encouraged to bring a notebook and questions.
Learn About Local History:
On Tuesday, Nov. 5, Reference Librarian James Shearouse offers a local history program on “Who Was Black Hawk?” The 2pm program at the Rock Island Downtown Library, 401 19th Street, includes a look at Sauk leader Black Hawk’s struggle to lead his people back to their lands in Illinois, and the events that formed the prelude to the Black Hawk War. While occurring at about the same time as the Trail of Tears and the Jacksonian Indian Removal Policy, the events of 1832 are perhaps less well known outside the Quad Cities area. Shearouse’s presentation also includes a look at the participation of several well-known historical figures on the American side, including Abraham Lincoln, Jefferson Davis, Zachary Taylor, and Winfield Scott.
Visitors to the Downtown Library in November can also view Shearouse’s historical display on the 2nd floor, “Steamboats Used to Land Here.” The collection of picture postcards from library Special Collections files showcases Rock Island’s role as an important stop for paddle-wheel steamboats carrying freight and passengers.
Rock Island Public Library events are free and open to all. For more free events and services at the Rock Island Public Library, visit the library website, visit the library social media pages, or call 309-732-READ.