Posted on: September 19, 2023
Readers and friends of the written word have two opportunities to stand up for the freedom to read during Banned Books Week, Oct. 1-7, 2023. Banned Books Week is an annual national awareness event celebrating the freedom to seek out and express ideas.
Banned Books Week event include:
On Monday, October 2 at 7 pm, the Rock Island Public Library joins libraries across Illinois in co-hosting "Book Challenges on the Rise, How to Support Your Freedom to Read," via Zoom. The event is held...
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Posted on: September 14, 2023
If you’re looking to build your reading stockpile, you’ll have a little extra time in September. The Rock Island Library’s monthly PALS book sale will be open for browsing on Friday Sept. 22 and Saturday, Sept. 23.
September Book Sale Extended to Friday and Saturday - Special For Library Sign Up Month!
If you’re looking to build your reading stockpile with great deals on pre-owned books and other items, you’ll have a little extra time in...
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Posted on: September 14, 2023
On September 18th, the Water Treatment Plant will temporarily switch to free chlorine which is an approved water treatment practice widely used to maintain water quality. On Sunday, October 1st, at 11:00 PM, the Fire Hydrant Flushing Program will begin.
On Monday, September 18th, the City of Rock Island’s Water Treatment Plant will temporarily switch to free chlorine which is an approved water treatment practice widely used to maintain water quality. During this period, some residents may notic...
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Posted on: September 14, 2023
Beginning on Monday, September 18th, there will be a temporary closure of the east/west bike path bridges for necessary maintenance and upgrades.
Beginning on Monday, September 18th, there will be a temporary closure of the east/west bike path bridges for necessary maintenance and upgrades.
The first phase will involve the east bridge. Upon its completion, work will transition to the west...
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Posted on: September 14, 2023
As part of its 150th anniversary year, the Rock Island Public Library has been bringing local history to the forefront. One of those projects is a new fall video series coming up at the Downtown Library.
As part of the library’s continuing focus on local history, the Rock Island Public Library is presenting four video documentary screenings on Rock Island history. From the first railroad bridge to span the Mississippi to legacy architecture, the...
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Posted on: September 13, 2023
Update Rock Island is a segment at city council meetings given by Mayor Mike Thoms focusing on news in Rock Island. The video segment from the meeting is available on YouTube.
Come shine a light this Wednesday at Lincoln Park
The Lighted Lantern Festival and Party in the Park is Wednesday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Lincoln Park. A parade of homemade lanterns will march through the park as part of the Library’s...
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Posted on: September 6, 2023
New Pickleball Courts Coming!
Construction on the Mel McKay pickleball courts will begin on September 25th, 2023 by Langman Construction. The courts will be closed for play until the project has been completed. The current courts will be replaced with six new courts and the parking lo...
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Posted on: August 28, 2023
Rock Island announces the 2023 Citizen of the Year award winners
Rock Island announces the 2023 Citizen of the Year award winners
The City of Rock Island has chosen the winners for the 36th Annual Citizen of the Year awards. Each year, people in the community have an opportunity to submit a nomination for thos...
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Posted on: August 7, 2023
Rock Island Parks & Recreation is proud to announce the annual Thursday Night Groove Concert Series..
Rock Island Parks & Recreation is proud to announce the annual Thursday Night Groove Concert Series, presented by Rock Island Happy Joes, and additional sponsorship from Alternating Currents, Mississippi Valley Blues Society, Friendship Manor, Gas &am...
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Posted on: March 10, 2023
During the week of March 13, 2023, Langman Construction Inc. will begin the water main replacement project on 11th Street between 25th Avenue and 42nd Avenue.
During the week of March 13, 2023, Langman Construction Inc. will begin the water main replacement project on 11th Street between 25th Avenue and 42nd Avenue. This work is expected to continue through the summer and possibly into the fall of 2023.
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