Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland
on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Ferrying on the Mississippi
presentation in River Action's Channel Cat Talks series; with Reggie Mcleod - Editor and Publisher, Big River Magazine; before we crossed the Mississippi River on bridges, people used a creative variety of ferry systems, and a few still operate today; learn all about ferries and why they are an important part of history and river life; Tue. & Thu. 9-10:45am; $20; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Ferrying on the Mississippi. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. How to Play American Mahjong Part 1
join Catherine Petersen, Scott Community College English Professor, for an introduction to the history of the game and a lesson on how to play American Mahjong; this program will be in two parts; the first part will be an introduction, instruction, and beginner play; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: How to Play American Mahjong Part 1. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Forging a Nation with the Declaration of Independence: Vision and Resolve
this will discuss the drafting and significance of the Declaration of Independence. Key philosophies of natural rights and self-governance and major contributors: Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, Benjamin Franklin; also, how this impacted the Soldiers and the war; a program in the Rock Island Arsenal Series: American Revolution on the 250th Anniversary of Our Nation; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Forging a Nation with the Declaration of Independence: Vision and Resolve. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Forging a Nation with the Declaration of Independence: Vision and Resolve
this will discuss the drafting and significance of the Declaration of Independence. Key philosophies of natural rights and self-governance and major contributors: Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, Benjamin Franklin; also, how this impacted the Soldiers and the war; a program in the Rock Island Arsenal Series: American Revolution on the 250th Anniversary of Our Nation; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Forging a Nation with the Declaration of Independence: Vision and Resolve. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. The Importance of Pollinator
Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action's Riverine Walks series; led by Isaac Stewart, Associate Professor of Biology, Black Hawk College; native pollinators are essential to healthy terrestrial ecosystems, and there are arguably no organisms better in this role than native bees; with many bees declining in range and abundance, we’ll explore what we can do to support them; meet at: Illiniwek Forest Preserve, Hampton, IL - park at corner of 9th St. and Highway 84; $10; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: The Importance of Pollinator. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Ferrying on the Mississippi
presentation in River Action's Channel Cat Talks series; with Reggie Mcleod - Editor and Publisher, Big River Magazine; before we crossed the Mississippi River on bridges, people used a creative variety of ferry systems, and a few still operate today; learn all about ferries and why they are an important part of history and river life; Tue. & Thu. 9-10:45am; $20; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Ferrying on the Mississippi. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Thursday, July 9, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Career and College Counseling
on Thursdays; receive assistance on: career guidance and assessments, college information and referrals, resumes, job searches, assistance accessing financial aid for college/training, and apprenticeship information; no appointment is necessary; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Career and College Counseling. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Thursday, July 9, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmolinelibrary.org. Spirit Animals for You
led by Kathleen Colins; a profound opportunity to go deep with our animals, understand why we have them and the belief surrounding this concept: there is an animal in nature that is a mirror or a reflection of your energy or your life purpose; $50; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092.
Event Title: Spirit Animals for You. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
For more info visit tpr.retreatportal.com. The Importance of Pollinator
Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action's Riverine Walks series; led by Isaac Stewart, Associate Professor of Biology, Black Hawk College; native pollinators are essential to healthy terrestrial ecosystems, and there are arguably no organisms better in this role than native bees; with many bees declining in range and abundance, we’ll explore what we can do to support them; meet at: Illiniwek Forest Preserve, Hampton, IL - park at corner of 9th St. and Highway 84; $10; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: The Importance of Pollinator. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland
on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, July 13, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. History of the Sauk and Meskwaki Tribes in the Quad Cities Region
presentation in River Action's Channel Cat Talks series; with Beth Carvey - Retired Director of the Hauberg Indian Museum at Black Hawk State Historic Site. Author of "Twelve Moons: A Year in the Life of the Sauk and Meskwaki, 1817-1818"; learn about the culture and history of the last two tribes of American Indians to inhabit the Quad Cities region; follow them through a year of seasonal activities and learn about the history that drove them from this region; Tue. & Thu. 9-10:45am; $20; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: History of the Sauk and Meskwaki Tribes in the Quad Cities Region. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. How to Play American Mahjong Part 2
join Catherine Petersen, Scott Community College English Professor, for an introduction to the history of the game and a lesson on how to play American Mahjong; this program will focus on game play; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: How to Play American Mahjong Part 2. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Designing the QC: Untold and Unusual Stories Part 1
with loads of visuals, Ellen Shapley begins her talk at the front door of an enchanting storybook cottage with a heartwarming history and a masterful, but "Drunk" brickwork design; then she'll "reflect" on the bright reflective Carrara glass of the '30s and '40s that modernized our 19th century buildings and still shines today; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Designing the QC: Untold and Unusual Stories Part 1. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Spirituality and Grace in our Wisdom Years
led by Sr. Kathleen Sadler, OSF; in our wisdom years…“we discover our deeper essence beyond the body and express our inner beauty.” - Eckhart Tolle; $50; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092.
Event Title: Spirituality and Grace in our Wisdom Years. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
For more info visit chmiowa.org. Virtual Event: Meeting Yourself in Every Season
led by Kat Bucciantini; a guided exploration of the emotional and spiritual wisdom carried within the natural seasons; July - Inhabiting Fullness; $35; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092.
Event Title: Virtual Event: Meeting Yourself in Every Season. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
For more info visit chmiowa.org. History of Port Byron
Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action's Riverine Walks series; led by Dale Hachtel, Port Byron Historical Society; Port Byron is the first location along the Mississippi River between Fort Armstrong and Galena to be settled by Europeans; take a walk along the scenic riverfront and downtown and learn about its geological and cultural history and current events; meet at: River Valley Library, 214 S Main St. Port Byron, IL; $10; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: History of Port Byron. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. History of the Sauk and Meskwaki Tribes in the Quad Cities Region
presentation in River Action's Channel Cat Talks series; with Beth Carvey - Retired Director of the Hauberg Indian Museum at Black Hawk State Historic Site. Author of "Twelve Moons: A Year in the Life of the Sauk and Meskwaki, 1817-1818"; learn about the culture and history of the last two tribes of American Indians to inhabit the Quad Cities region; follow them through a year of seasonal activities and learn about the history that drove them from this region; Tue. & Thu. 9-10:45am; $20; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: History of the Sauk and Meskwaki Tribes in the Quad Cities Region. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Thursday, July 16, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Genealogy Lunch and Learn: Military Records
we are learning about using military records in genealogy research; learn how to obtain the records and what the records might show about your ancestors; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Genealogy Lunch and Learn: Military Records. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Thursday, July 16, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Career and College Counseling
on Thursdays; receive assistance on: career guidance and assessments, college information and referrals, resumes, job searches, assistance accessing financial aid for college/training, and apprenticeship information; no appointment is necessary; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Career and College Counseling. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Thursday, July 16, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmolinelibrary.org. Virtual Event: Religion USA: Religion and Culture by Way of Time Magazine
led by Rev. Dr. Matthew Fox, who explores religion and culture by examining every word of Time magazine for 1958, including all advertisements, looking for references to religion; the resulting analysis provides a language of how religion and culture interact; $20; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092.
Event Title: Virtual Event: Religion USA: Religion and Culture by Way of Time Magazine. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
Thursday, July 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
For more info visit chmiowa.org. Climate Change Actions You Can Take to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
led by Ray Wolf; this retreat will provide ideas and options you can use and share with family and friends toward reducing your personal and community carbon footprint; $50; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092.
Event Title: Climate Change Actions You Can Take to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
Friday, July 17, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
For more info visit chmiowa.org. History of Port Byron
Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action's Riverine Walks series; led by Dale Hachtel, Port Byron Historical Society; Port Byron is the first location along the Mississippi River between Fort Armstrong and Galena to be settled by Europeans; take a walk along the scenic riverfront and downtown and learn about its geological and cultural history and current events; meet at: River Valley Library, 214 S Main St. Port Byron, IL; $10; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: History of Port Byron. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Works Cited
discuss scholarly topics and current events in a comfortable atmosphere; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Works Cited. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Vermicomposting Basics with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach
learn the basics of vermicomposting and leave with your own worm bin; best for ages 13+, and registration is required; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Vermicomposting Basics with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Living with Loss: Grief Reflections w/ an EOL Doula
a gentle, supportive, conversation group open to anyone navigating grief, caregiving, experiencing the weight of change, or have questions/thoughts on the many ways death and dying touch our lives; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Living with Loss: Grief Reflections w/ an EOL Doula. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland
on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, July 20, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Making Room for the River
presentation in River Action's Channel Cat Talks series; with Anthony Heddlesten, USACE Civil Engineer and Mayor of Riverdale; widening confluences on the Mississippi River creates room for the river when it floods; hear about the Duck Creek confluence and improvements coming to Riverdale's creekbank; Tue. & Thu. 9-10:45am; $20; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Making Room for the River. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. The Legends of Hero Street
Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action's Riverine Walks series; led by Tammy & Kelly Rundle, Emmy Award winning Filmmakers, Fourth Wall Films; hear the compelling true story of eight Mexican- American heroes from Hero Street, USA; only a block and a half long, 2nd Street in Silvis lost six young men in World War II and two in the Korean War, more than any other street in America; Hero Street has provided over 100 service members since Mexican-Americans settled there in 1929; meet at: Railway Park and Gazebo located near 1st Ave. and 11th St. Silvis, IL; $10; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: The Legends of Hero Street. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Making Room for the River
presentation in River Action's Channel Cat Talks series; with Anthony Heddlesten, USACE Civil Engineer and Mayor of Riverdale; widening confluences on the Mississippi River creates room for the river when it floods; hear about the Duck Creek confluence and improvements coming to Riverdale's creekbank; Tue. & Thu. 9-10:45am; $20; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Making Room for the River. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Thursday, July 23, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Career and College Counseling
on Thursdays; receive assistance on: career guidance and assessments, college information and referrals, resumes, job searches, assistance accessing financial aid for college/training, and apprenticeship information; no appointment is necessary; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Career and College Counseling. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Thursday, July 23, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmolinelibrary.org. AI in Small Business
there will be time for your personal questions after the workshop; feel free to bring your lunch; this program is for adults; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: AI in Small Business. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Friday, July 24, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. The Legends of Hero Street
Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action's Riverine Walks series; led by Tammy & Kelly Rundle, Emmy Award winning Filmmakers, Fourth Wall Films; hear the compelling true story of eight Mexican- American heroes from Hero Street, USA; only a block and a half long, 2nd Street in Silvis lost six young men in World War II and two in the Korean War, more than any other street in America; Hero Street has provided over 100 service members since Mexican-Americans settled there in 1929; meet at: Railway Park and Gazebo located near 1st Ave. and 11th St. Silvis, IL; $10; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: The Legends of Hero Street. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Entering the Divine Feminine
led by Shannon Evans O'Brien; explore the Divine Feminine and transform your prayers, your relationship with the earth and your relationship with your own soul; $50; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092.
Event Title: Entering the Divine Feminine. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
For more info visit chmiowa.org. Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland
on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, July 27, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Bix & Friends
presentation in River Action's Channel Cat Talks series; with Josh Duffee, Musician & Jazz Historian; Duffee celebrates the music of the 1920s by playing recordings and talking about the music that Bix Beiderbecke and other groups recorded during the Roaring 20s; sign up for both days, as the music and information will be different for each Channel Cat event; Tue. & Thu. 9-10:45am; $20; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Bix & Friends. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Tuesday, July 28, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Sylvan Island: Unique Creation & Present Uses
Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action's Riverine Walks series; led by Norm Moline, Retired Augustana Professor; south of Arsenal Island is the Sylvan Slough channel of the Mississippi River; water power in the mid-1800s enabled industrial growth and the creation of Sylvan Island in 1869 to produce more power; explore the island’s history, including its last 50 years as a unique nature and history park; meet at: Sylvan Island Gateway Park, 111 1st Ave. Moline, IL; $10; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Sylvan Island: Unique Creation & Present Uses. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Bix & Friends
presentation in River Action's Channel Cat Talks series; with Josh Duffee, Musician & Jazz Historian; Duffee celebrates the music of the 1920s by playing recordings and talking about the music that Bix Beiderbecke and other groups recorded during the Roaring 20s; sign up for both days, as the music and information will be different for each Channel Cat event; Tue. & Thu. 9-10:45am; $20; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Bix & Friends. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Thursday, July 30, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Career and College Counseling
on Thursdays; receive assistance on: career guidance and assessments, college information and referrals, resumes, job searches, assistance accessing financial aid for college/training, and apprenticeship information; no appointment is necessary; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Career and College Counseling. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Thursday, July 30, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmolinelibrary.org. Sylvan Island: Unique Creation & Present Uses
Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action's Riverine Walks series; led by Norm Moline, Retired Augustana Professor; south of Arsenal Island is the Sylvan Slough channel of the Mississippi River; water power in the mid-1800s enabled industrial growth and the creation of Sylvan Island in 1869 to produce more power; explore the island’s history, including its last 50 years as a unique nature and history park; meet at: Sylvan Island Gateway Park, 111 1st Ave. Moline, IL; $10; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Sylvan Island: Unique Creation & Present Uses. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Saturday, August 1, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Scott County Iowa Genealogical Society: "Fable or Fact? Verifying Old Family Stories" with Sunny Morton
oin us to see if you can unravel your family stories to reveal the truth beneath; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Scott County Iowa Genealogical Society: "Fable or Fact? Verifying Old Family Stories" with Sunny Morton. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Saturday, August 1, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Roosevelt's Guns
firearms historian, Seth Isaacson from the Rock Island Auction House will highlights variety of firearms owned by or related to our 26th president; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Roosevelt's Guns. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Saturday, August 1, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland
on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, August 3, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Barrio Communities in the Quad Cities
presentation in River Action's Channel Cat Talks series; with Micaela Terronez, Special Collections Librarian, Augustana College; Terronez’s presentation will include the historical reasons for the high influx of Mexican migrants to the Quad Cities in the early 20th century, as well as the personal experiences of individuals and families living in these working-class neighborhoods, or barrios; Tue. & Thu. 9-10:45am; $20; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Barrio Communities in the Quad Cities. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Vanitas: Still Life Paintings as Religious Messengers
led by Dr. Annette LeZotte; explore how 17th-century artists in Northern Europe used still-life paintings to convey religious messages; $50; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092.
Event Title: Vanitas: Still Life Paintings as Religious Messengers. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
For more info visit chmiowa.org. Milan Bottoms: QC's Wetland Wonder
Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action's Riverine Walks series; led by Jon Duyvejonck, Biologist, US Fish & Wildlife; explore the biodiversity of a 3,500 acre wetland ecosystem in the Quad Cities; this habitat is home to several federally-endangered species and one of the largest documented Bald Eagle night roosts; see wetland wildlife and learn how Milan Bottoms mitigates flooding and filters pollutants; meet at: 5405 78th Ave. W, Milan, IL - park a 1/4 mile down the lane; $10; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Milan Bottoms: QC's Wetland Wonder. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Wednesday, August 5, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Barrio Communities in the Quad Cities
presentation in River Action's Channel Cat Talks series; with Micaela Terronez, Special Collections Librarian, Augustana College; Terronez’s presentation will include the historical reasons for the high influx of Mexican migrants to the Quad Cities in the early 20th century, as well as the personal experiences of individuals and families living in these working-class neighborhoods, or barrios; Tue. & Thu. 9-10:45am; $20; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Barrio Communities in the Quad Cities. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Thursday, August 6, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Know Your Rights and Emergency Preparedness for Immigrants and Refugees
led by Quad Cities Alliance for Immigrants and Refugees; participants will leave the session better informed, more confident and more prepared to protect themselves and their families; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092.
Event Title: Know Your Rights and Emergency Preparedness for Immigrants and Refugees. Venue: Humility of Mary Center.
Friday, August 7, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Humility of Mary Center.
For more info visit chmiowa.org. Milan Bottoms: QC's Wetland Wonder
Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action's Riverine Walks series; led by Jon Duyvejonck, Biologist, US Fish & Wildlife; explore the biodiversity of a 3,500 acre wetland ecosystem in the Quad Cities; this habitat is home to several federally-endangered species and one of the largest documented Bald Eagle night roosts; see wetland wildlife and learn how Milan Bottoms mitigates flooding and filters pollutants; meet at: 5405 78th Ave. W, Milan, IL - park a 1/4 mile down the lane; $10; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Milan Bottoms: QC's Wetland Wonder. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Saturday, August 8, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland
on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, August 10, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. The Mosaic of Our Mississippi River Landscape
presentation in River Action's Channel Cat Talks series; with Norm Moline, Retired Augustana Professor; this area has a unique geologic history, a divided river channel around Arsenal Island, and a flow modified by the dams; this sets the context for a wide variety of riverfronts, from intense use to open space; we will discuss this mix of natural and cultural features that add to the character of our area; Tue. & Thu. 9-10:45am; $20; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: The Mosaic of Our Mississippi River Landscape. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Tuesday, August 11, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Love at the Helm: How Compassion Goes Public
led by Jay Williams; this retreat provides a practical case for Rapid Collective Awakening: communities learning to grow up and wake up together, without breaking people, before our technology outruns our wisdom; $50; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092.
Event Title: Love at the Helm: How Compassion Goes Public. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
Tuesday, August 11, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
For more info visit chmiowa.org. The Turning Tide: How the War Began to Shift in the Favor of the Americans and the Conclusion of Hostilities
this will discuss the later portion of the war as well as the conclusion of the military conflict; a program in the Rock Island Arsenal Series: American Revolution on the 250th Anniversary of Our Nation; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: The Turning Tide: How the War Began to Shift in the Favor of the Americans and the Conclusion of Hostilities. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. TEDxDavenport
this year’s roster spans professional baseball, professional wrestling, responsible AI, gut biology, music touring, burlesque history, and community placemaking — seven speakers united by a single mission: to spark conversation, challenge assumptions, and inspire action across the Quad Cities and beyond; this year's speakers: Aiden Landman, Danielle Colby, Mike Butcher, Alisha Espey, Padmini Soni, Brantley Hall, and Ettore “Big E” Ewen.
Event Title: TEDxDavenport. Venue: The Last Picture House.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026, 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Last Picture House.
For more info visit www.tedxdavenport.com. The Turning Tide: How the War Began to Shift in the Favor of the Americans and the Conclusion of Hostilities
this will discuss the later portion of the war as well as the conclusion of the military conflict; a program in the Rock Island Arsenal Series: American Revolution on the 250th Anniversary of Our Nation; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: The Turning Tide: How the War Began to Shift in the Favor of the Americans and the Conclusion of Hostilities. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. The Legacy of the Lumber Baron Era in the QC
Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action's Riverine Walks series; led by Natalie Linville-Mass, President, QC PastPort; walk through the 1840’s - 1880’s to experience what the lumber industry meant to this area and how many aspects of this era can still be seen today; learn about five of the dominant lumber mills, some of the key players who worked to develop this area, and how they affect us today; meet at: 2100 E River Dr. Davenport, IA; $10; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: The Legacy of the Lumber Baron Era in the QC. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. The Mosaic of Our Mississippi River Landscape
presentation in River Action's Channel Cat Talks series; with Norm Moline, Retired Augustana Professor; this area has a unique geologic history, a divided river channel around Arsenal Island, and a flow modified by the dams; this sets the context for a wide variety of riverfronts, from intense use to open space; we will discuss this mix of natural and cultural features that add to the character of our area; Tue. & Thu. 9-10:45am; $20; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: The Mosaic of Our Mississippi River Landscape. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Thursday, August 13, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Virtual Event: Be Curious and Fascinated – Become a Dementia Friend
led by Mary Ann Grobstich of the Chris and Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia; learn more about the difference between dementia and typical aging; free will offerings; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092.
Event Title: Virtual Event: Be Curious and Fascinated – Become a Dementia Friend. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
Thursday, August 13, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
For more info visit chmiowa.org. The Legacy of the Lumber Baron Era in the QC
Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action's Riverine Walks series; led by Natalie Linville-Mass, President, QC PastPort; walk through the 1840’s - 1880’s to experience what the lumber industry meant to this area and how many aspects of this era can still be seen today; learn about five of the dominant lumber mills, some of the key players who worked to develop this area, and how they affect us today; meet at: 2100 E River Dr. Davenport, IA; $10; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: The Legacy of the Lumber Baron Era in the QC. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Saturday, August 15, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Healing Transformations: Breathwork and Spiritual Practice
led by Dr. Anuprao Mulakaluri; receive gradual, guided instructions on breathing exercises from the Yogic tradition; discussion includes the clinical benefits and spiritual application to build a breathwork-centered daily practice that supports physical health, mental stability and spiritual experience; $50; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092.
Event Title: Healing Transformations: Breathwork and Spiritual Practice. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
Saturday, August 15, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
For more info visit chmiowa.org. Living with Loss: Grief Reflections w/ an EOL Doula
a gentle, supportive, conversation group open to anyone navigating grief, caregiving, experiencing the weight of change, or have questions/thoughts on the many ways death and dying touch our lives; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Living with Loss: Grief Reflections w/ an EOL Doula. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Saturday, August 15, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland
on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, August 17, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Rhythms of the River
presentation in River Action's Channel Cat Talks series; with Ben Schwind, Education Manager, Common Chord; a history of American Roots Music up and down the Mississippi River; we'll discuss jazz, blues, gospel, rock & roll, country and their origins in towns along the river; this kid-friendly presentation will feature live performances along with recorded examples of some of music’s legends; Tue. & Thu. 9-10:45am; $20; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Rhythms of the River. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Tuesday, August 18, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Virtual Event: Meeting Yourself in Every Season
led by Kat Bucciantini; a guided exploration of the emotional and spiritual wisdom carried within the natural seasons; August - Ripening & Discernment; $35; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092.
Event Title: Virtual Event: Meeting Yourself in Every Season. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
For more info visit chmiowa.org. Nature's Apothecary
Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action's Riverine Walks series; led by Amy Loving, Director of Education, Nahant Marsh; native wildflowers have long provided food, medicine, and materials for wildlife and humans; on this guided walk, we will look at a variety of local plants, discuss their uses, and explore how pollinators make these benefits possible; meet at: 4220 Wapello Ave. Davenport, IA; $10; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Nature's Apothecary. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Rhythms of the River
presentation in River Action's Channel Cat Talks series; with Ben Schwind, Education Manager, Common Chord; a history of American Roots Music up and down the Mississippi River; we'll discuss jazz, blues, gospel, rock & roll, country and their origins in towns along the river; this kid-friendly presentation will feature live performances along with recorded examples of some of music’s legends; Tue. & Thu. 9-10:45am; $20; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Rhythms of the River. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Thursday, August 20, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Virtual Event: The Spiritual Revolution of Pere Chenu
led by Rev. Dr. Matthew Fox; celebrate Pere Chenu’s rich theology of religion and culture, and the deeply impactful role his actions played in setting the “menu” for Vatican II; $20; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092.
Event Title: Virtual Event: The Spiritual Revolution of Pere Chenu. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
Thursday, August 20, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
For more info visit chmiowa.org. Nurture and Restore Your Soul
thru Aug. 23; led by Jenny Chadima; gain a deeper faith and a greater intimacy with Christ; this is a safe space to process difficult things in your life; $200; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092.
Event Title: Nurture and Restore Your Soul. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
Friday, August 21, 2026, 4:00 PM – Sunday, August 23, 2026, 11:00 AM.
Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
For more info visit chmiowa.org. Nature's Apothecary
Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action's Riverine Walks series; led by Amy Loving, Director of Education, Nahant Marsh; native wildflowers have long provided food, medicine, and materials for wildlife and humans; on this guided walk, we will look at a variety of local plants, discuss their uses, and explore how pollinators make these benefits possible; meet at: 4220 Wapello Ave. Davenport, IA; $10; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Nature's Apothecary. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Saturday, August 22, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland
on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, August 24, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Gongoozling on the Mississippi w/USACE
presentation in River Action's Channel Cat Talks series; with Anthony Heddlesten, Civil Engineer & Deputy Design Chief, US Army Corps of Engineers; explore USACE history and lock through the first lock constructed in the 1930s for the 9-foot channel system (navigation queue permitting); we’ll learn how it operates, why the system was built, and what maintenance and upkeep is required to keep it running for more than 90 years; Tue. & Thu. 9-10:45am; $20; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Gongoozling on the Mississippi w/USACE. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Kreiter Tree Farm: Caring for the Land
Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action's Riverine Walks series; led by Dick and Judy Kreiter, Farm Owners & Brian Ritter, Executive Director, Nahant Marsh; tucked away near Blue Grass, 250 acres of forest and trails are waiting to be explored; the property also features an Iowa limestone home built in the mid-1800s, believed to have been a stagecoach stop; you’ll see the land restoration efforts of dedicated stewards and glimpse into the history; meet at: 12010 70th Ave. Blue Grass, IA; $10; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Kreiter Tree Farm: Caring for the Land. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Gongoozling on the Mississippi w/USACE
presentation in River Action's Channel Cat Talks series; with Anthony Heddlesten, Civil Engineer & Deputy Design Chief, US Army Corps of Engineers; explore USACE history and lock through the first lock constructed in the 1930s for the 9-foot channel system (navigation queue permitting); we’ll learn how it operates, why the system was built, and what maintenance and upkeep is required to keep it running for more than 90 years; Tue. & Thu. 9-10:45am; $20; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Gongoozling on the Mississippi w/USACE. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Thursday, August 27, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Choosing to Move Forward to a More Joy-Filled Life
Aug. 28 & 29; led by Gerarda Lahey-Keppler; release yourself from what might be holding you back; find greater joy in life and in who you are; $150; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092.
Event Title: Choosing to Move Forward to a More Joy-Filled Life. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
Friday, August 28, 2026, 4:00 PM – Saturday, August 29, 2026, 4:30 PM.
Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
For more info visit chmiowa.org. Kreiter Tree Farm: Caring for the Land
Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action's Riverine Walks series; led by Dick and Judy Kreiter, Farm Owners & Brian Ritter, Executive Director, Nahant Marsh; tucked away near Blue Grass, 250 acres of forest and trails are waiting to be explored; the property also features an Iowa limestone home built in the mid-1800s, believed to have been a stagecoach stop; you’ll see the land restoration efforts of dedicated stewards and glimpse into the history; meet at: 12010 70th Ave. Blue Grass, IA; $10; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Kreiter Tree Farm: Caring for the Land. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Works Cited
discuss scholarly topics and current events in a comfortable atmosphere; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Works Cited. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland
on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, August 31, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland
on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, September 7, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Forging a Nation: The Foundation of a New Nation
this will discuss the Constitutional Convention, the writing of the bill of rights and the protections of our key rights as Americans; a program in the Rock Island Arsenal Series: American Revolution on the 250th Anniversary of Our Nation; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Forging a Nation: The Foundation of a New Nation. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Forging a Nation: The Foundation of a New Nation
this will discuss the Constitutional Convention, the writing of the bill of rights and the protections of our key rights as Americans; a program in the Rock Island Arsenal Series: American Revolution on the 250th Anniversary of Our Nation; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Forging a Nation: The Foundation of a New Nation. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland
on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, September 14, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. No One Taught Us How to Forgive
led by Kathleen Collins; forgiveness offers significant mental and physical health benefits, including lower blood pressure, improved heart health, reduced anxiety, and better sleep; by letting go of grudges, individuals experience less chronic stress, enhanced immune function, and increased self-esteem. It fosters healthier relationships and emotional healing; $50.
Event Title: No One Taught Us How to Forgive. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
For more info visit tpr.retreatportal.com. Living with Loss: Grief Reflections w/ an EOL Doula
a gentle, supportive, conversation group open to anyone navigating grief, caregiving, experiencing the weight of change, or have questions/thoughts on the many ways death and dying touch our lives; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Living with Loss: Grief Reflections w/ an EOL Doula. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland
on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, September 21, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland
on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, September 28, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. This Is the Route of My Forefathers: The 1837 Ioway Map
join William Green, Ph.D. as he discusses his new book about the 1837 Ioway Map; this map was created by the Ioway during the removal to document their traditional lands; Dr. Green and the late Lance Foster, former tribal historical preservation officer for the Iowa of Kansas and Nebraska spent over 30 years carefully studying this map and its significance for the history of the Iowa; for information, call 563-873-3491.
Event Title: This Is the Route of My Forefathers: The 1837 Ioway Map. Venue: Effigy Mounds National Monument.
Sunday, October 4, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Effigy Mounds National Monument.
For more info visit www.nps.gov. Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland
on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, October 5, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.